🌱 Police Seek Suspects In Assault In Smithtown + Free Game Night

Hello all. I'm back with your new edition of the Smithtown Patch newsletter. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening these days in town, including:

• A physical assault that happened in Smithtown.
• Join the community coffee hour in St. James.
• Game night in the Smithtown Library and more!

But first, today's weather: Humid with a shower. High: 75, Low: 69.

Here are the top stories today in Smithtown:

1. A severe physical assault took place at Millers Pond in Smithtown. A 24-year-old man was sitting in his car waiting for a woman he met on social media when four men approached him with a gun. The victim was assaulted and stabbed. Police are asking for the public's help to identify the aggressors. Read the whole story here. (Smithtown Matters)
   
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. Game night is on Thursday, Aug. 31, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Smithtown Library. All are welcome to bring friends and family and their favorite game boards. The library will also offer games. No registration is required. (SmithLib)

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Today in Smithtown:

Tuesday, August 29

• Time for Twos at SmithLib — Commack. (10:30 a.m.)
• Art Group at SmithLib — Smithtown. (Noon)
• Nursery Rhyme Time at SmithLib — Commack. (3 p.m.)
• Taco Tuesday in Commack. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Attention artists in the Smithtown township, St. James needs you to bring your talent and colors to the neighborhood! A mural contest is underway. For all who want to participate, the art event will be permanently displayed at a historic theater in St. James with the theme "The History of the Town of St. James." Sketches will be accepted through Sept. 1 and can be submitted to CelebrateStJames@gmail.com or mailed to 459 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780. (Smithtown Patch)
• The Smithtown Historical Society is hosting its Annual Heritage Country Fair in September! This unique event promises to fill the neighborhood with the magic of history, live music, and many other attractions that will undoubtedly enrich the community. Tickets are $5 per person and should be purchased in advance as it's one of the most popular events! Please, visit Smithtown.org/heritagefair or contact 631-265-6768 for details. (Smithtown Patch)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "We always have a great time at our Puzzle Showdown in the LearnLab!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Instagram)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Debora Whitehead

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