🌱 Save The Date: 9th Annual 5K Run & Dog Walk + Farmers Market Fun

Hello again, neighbors! It's Saturday in Smithtown, and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening locally. Today's issue includes news about:

• Save the date for the 9th Annual 5K Run & Dog Walk
• Safety tips for the Fourth of July.
• Fun at the St. James Farmers Market.

But first, today's weather: Humid with clouds and sun. High: 80, Low: 65.

Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. Smithtown Chamber of Commerce announced that the 9th Annual 5K Run & Dog Walk is set for July 29. The event will be held at Cedar Creek Park in Seaford. More information can be found here. (Smithtown Chamber of Commerce)
2. Fourth of July may be fun for many but only a little for some. Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals publishes tips to help pet owners to keep their four-legged friends safe and happy as celebrations unfold in Long Island neighborhoods. (Smithtown Patch)
3. The St. James Farmers Market is happening this weekend! All are welcome to stop by on Saturday, July 1, between 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Over 40 vendors will offer farm goodies and fun activities for all ages. In addition, live entertainment will rock the community every Saturday. The market location is at the St. James Lutheran Church, at 230 Second Ave., St. James. (Patch)
4. Fourth of July is approaching, and Long Island News 12 published a list of the best spots on Long Island for those who enjoy fireworks celebrations. (LI News12)

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Today in Smithtown:

Saturday, July 1

• Nursery Rhyme Time at Smithtown Public Library. (10 a.m.)
• "DDI on Autism" Radio Show — 103.9 FM. (10 a.m.)
• PetSmart Adoption Event at PetSmart in Nesconset. (Noon)
• An Evening with Paige Patterson Concert at Celebrate St. James. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• For those wondering if there is another spot in the neighborhood to enjoy summer concerts, the Smithtown Public Library is the place to go! Dennis Cannataro is set to open the Family Summer Concert Series on Thursday, July 6, at 7:30 p.m. Don't forget to bring a chair or a blanket to enjoy this free community event! (Smithlib)
• Patch: "The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday struck down President Joe Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan, erasing any hope borrowers in New York have of seeing their federal loan balances reduced or wiped out." (Smithtown Patch)
• St James/Smithtown Little League: "Congratulations to our 11u Softball All Stars! After a 7-3 victory over Sayville on Thursday evening, these girls are District 35 champions!" (St James/Smithtown Little League via Facebook)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Even though we had to move our Library Lawn Party inside, we had a wonderful time!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Facebook)

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