🌱New Starbucks To Be Built On Jericho TPK+ Free Community Coffee Hour

Hey, everybody. It's Tuesday in Smithtown, and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally. In today's issue, we have these stories and more:

• A new Starbucks is coming to town.
• Community Coffee Hour is on Wednesdays at St. James Episcopal Church.
• Smithtown High School graduation photo gallery and more!

But first, today's weather: Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 76, Low: 68.

Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. A new Starbucks is coming to town. The coffee shop is taking over a demolished building location on Jericho Turnpike. The plan is to build the eatery facility with a drive-thru and 26 parking spaces for those who want to sit down for a treat. The Smithtown Patch will update readers with the grand opening date. (Smithtown Patch)
2. Have you heard about the Community Coffee Hour at St. James Episcopal Church? This event happens every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. All are welcome to join neighbors for great conversation, coffee, plus treats. The church is at 490 North Country Road (25A) in St. James. (Smithtown Patch)
3. The next Long Beach Concert Series is on Friday, June 30 at 7 p.m. Ed Travers Band takes on the stage performing greatest hits from the '60s-'90s on a Jimmy Buffer Tribute. For additional information, please, visit Smithtown. Gov. (Smithtown)
4. Smithtown High School East tossed their caps into the sky on Thursday! The graduation celebration was held outside as the weather held off for the class of 2023. Visit the link I've shared to access a photo gallery courtesy of the Smithtown School District. (Smithtown Patch)
5. Fourth of July is the next summer celebration! Patch lists the two best spots on Long Island to enjoy fireworks and other festivities. There is something for everyone! (Patch)

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Today in Smithtown:

Tuesday, June 27

• Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting in Smithtown. (10 a.m.)
  
• Baby Games at Smithtown Library — Nesconset Building. (10:30 a.m.)
• 2023 Scholarship Golf Classic at Nissequogue Golf Club. (11:30 a.m.)
• Celebrate St. James Presents — Kids Community Variety Show Auditions. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• There will be a Kids Community Variety Show at Celebrate St. James. On June 27, kids in grades K-5 will take the stage from 6-9 p.m. to participate in the auditions. On June 28 will be the ones in grades 6-12 at the same time. For details, visit Smithtown Gov.
• Dirty Taco & Tequila now serves its specialties in the Smithtown neighborhood! The newly opened eatery is at 716 Smithtown Bypass, in Smithtown. To check menus and hours of operation, visit dirtytacoandtequila.com. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
• Summertime translates to Goat Yoga season at the Smithtown Historical Society. Look at the upcoming events today to try something different in the neighborhood and support society's educational programs! (Smithtown Historical Society)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Smithtown Pines: "Looking for a reliable, reasonably priced gutter guy to clean our gutters. Would anyone be able to recommend one?" (Nextdoor)

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That's it for today! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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