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Happy Friday, people of Smithtown! Diane Witek here providing you with what you need to know to get your day started off right!

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 52, low: 36.

Here are the top stories in Smithtown today:

1. Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week: Julie, a 2-year-old female domestic shorthair, lost her home when her dad died and her mom could no longer care for her. Are you interested?(Smithtown Patch)
2. Smithtown opts out of retail marijuana sales. The Smithtown Town Board on Tuesday opted out of a state law that would have legalized retail sales of marijuana renouncing potential tax revenue from what some board members have called a "gateway drug." (Newsday)
3. Smithtown HS East science research students claim top honors. Eight students placed in the Young Investigators Writing Competition sponsored by Stony Brook University. (Smithtown Patch)

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Today in Smithtown:

• Arts-In-Ed Meeting - Smithtown Csd. (10 a.m.)
• Dungeons & Dragons Cooking Demo (Smithtown Library). (5 p.m.)
• Guess the Superhero Quote (Smithtown Library). (5 p.m.)
• Film and Discussion (Smithtown Library). (6:30 p.m.)

Smithtown Patch Notebook

• Sweetbriar Nature Center: "Meet one of our permanent residents, Gwen. At first glance you might think she fractured her wing, but what you are actually seeing is an preventable deformity known as angel wing that is most likely caused by humans." (Facebook)
• Smithtown Department of Public Safety: "The Senior Center is closed today and tomorrow to insure the safety of the staff and visitors during the final phase of the parking lot/roadway improvements. Meals on Wheels will not be effected by this." (Facebook)
• Smithtown Historical Society: "Today's Adopt-An-Animal spotlight is the sweetest gal of them all, Gracie. Gracie is the most gentle, affectionate girl who acts more like a pet than a farm animal. She loves to hug and be hugged." (Facebook)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "Here's a behind the scenes look from our Frozen Jr. photo call with our incredible costume designer Chakira Doherty! #spac, #longisland, #longislandtheatre, #frozen, #frozenbroadway, #behindthescenes, #costumedesigner, #smithtownpac." (Facebook)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "#WednesdayWisdom from the one and only Idina Menzel. #spac, #smithtowntheatre, #theatrekid, #idinamenzel, #longisland, #longislandtheatre." (Facebook)

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Events:

• America's Vet Dogs Freedom Run & Dog Walk Series. (Nov. 5-14)
• "Crab Meadow Artist." (Nov. 5)
• Smithcon - All ages, raffles, games, costumes, crafts - Smithtown Library. (Nov. 6)
• The Rinx, 660 Terry Rd, Hauppauge, Open House! (Nov. 6)
• WEBINAR - The Knee: ACL Injuries, Patellofemoral Pain, & Patellar Instability. (Nov. 9)
• Celebrate A Week Of Self-Care With 15 Percent Off Flowers. (Nov. 9)
• Last Child - Aerosmith Experience Charity Event For Long Island! (Nov. 13)
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Announcements:

• Dakim Griffin Breaks Hills East Touchdown Record. (Details)
• John’s Crazy Socks Introduces Magical Holiday Gift Catalogue. (Details)
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Job listings:

• Automotive Single Post Lift. (Details)
• Infant Teachers @ Oyster Babies (Huntington & Oyster Bay sites). (Details)
• Autoglass installers. (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update! If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Diane Witek

About me: Impassioned Writer, Website Designer, Social Media Marketer and newly proclaimed Baker. Lover of nature and animals of all kinds.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Smithtown Daily? You can contact me at diane.witek@patch.com.