🌱Phone Scammer Suspect Arrested + Smithtown Celebrates Irish Heritage

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Smithtown Patch newsletter. Keep reading for the most important things going on in town these days, including updates on:

• A phone scammer has been arrested.
• Smithtown Historical Society celebrates the Irish heritage.
• Upcoming events and more!

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A bit of snow and rain. High: 44, Low: 37.

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Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. The suspect who scammed two elderly Suffolk County residents has been arrested. The Manhattan man pleaded guilty to grand larceny on Wednesday for telling a Smithtown and a Stony Brook resident that their grandchildren were in jail and had to be bailed out. Read the whole story here. (Smithtown Patch)
2. Smithtown Historical Society celebrates the Irish heritage with the 'Luck on the Farm' on
   Saturday, March 11. There will be fun for all ages, from traditional food to step dancing. A walking petting zoo will be a plus. Tickets are on sale here. (Smithtown Chronicle)
3. Have you heard of the new Smith Haven Mall food court spot? Los Amigos Tacos is opening soon, offering traditional munchies from Mexico. They said the grand opening is expected in April. (LongIsland.com)
4. For those who like history, the Smithtown Public Library presents the 'Unsung Heroes-Chinese American Women' on Monday, March 20. The program will track down pioneering Chinese women who fought for equality and acceptance in the U.S. The lecture starts at 7 p.m.
   Registrations can be made here. (Smithtown Library)
5. A woman from Commack faces up to fifteen years in prison for swiping $250,000 from a summer camp. She pleads guilty to stealing money from customer service payments while working at Iroquois Springs Camp in Commack between 2016 and 2020. (News 12 Connecticut)

Today in Smithtown:

• Tot Tunes (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Arts-In-Ed Meeting Virtual - Smithtown Csd. (10:30 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Me and My grandparents (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (11 a.m.)
• Friday Movie Matinee (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (2 p.m.)
• Friday Movie of the Week (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (2:15 p.m.)
• Kindness Kids (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (2:30 p.m.)
• Film and Discussion (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (6:30 p.m.)
• Stay and Play (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Commack community is coming together to help the family who unexpectedly lost their dad on Monday. Matthew Conte, age 36, was jogging when he was fatally struck by a vehicle. The Smithtown Patch would like to express sincere condolences to the Conte Family and share their GoFundMe Page. (Daily Voice)
• The Long Island Adventure Park in Melville is opening its season on March 31! (LongIsland.com)
• The Bocu Salon and Spa at Jericho Turnpike in Commack celebrates National Women's Day with a special package! (Patch Events)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Congratulations to our March Bookmark contest winner! Nicholas's bookmark is available at all our Children's Department desks for the month of March. Stop in and pick one up!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Instagram)

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Featured events:

• 7 Days to St. Pat's2 Tribute Concert! Sat. March 11, 8 p.m. (March 11)
• TRUE THINGS Storytelling Show: True Stores on the theme "Bad Match." (March 11)
• Luck of the Irish St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Patchogue. (March 12)
• Pre-St. Patrick’s weekend Dinner and a Show. U2 and Journey are hit by top NY Tribute bands! (March 16)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door this Friday. I'll see you soon!

— Debora Whitehead

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