🌱 Smithtown Area Police Reports + Upcoming Events & Job Listings

Good morning, everybody. Debora Whitehead here with your Thursday edition of the Smithtown Daily. Keep reading to find out all the things you need to know about what's happening locally, including updates on...

• Smithtown Police Blotter.
• Yoga, Puppies & Wine! fundraiser in St. James.
• Upcoming events & jobs.

But first, today's weather:

Periods of rain. High: 44, low: 40.

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Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. A catalytic converter was stolen from a car parked at Smithtown's Stop & Shop on West Main Street. Police arrived at the scene at 4 a.m., but no arrests were made. If you would like to learn about other recent police activities in the area, browse through the Smithtown Police Blotter. (Smithtown Patch)
2. The Inhales Wellness Club in St. James is hosting the 'Yoga, Puppies & Wine' fundraiser to benefit the New York Cancer Foundation. The event is set for Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. The center is at 529 Lake Ave, Saint James. More information can be found here. (All Events)
3. The Catholic Health Services Health Screening will be parked at the parking lot of the Smithtown Public Library-Commack Building on Monday, Jan. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The community is welcome to walk in for free blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index and glucose screenings. (Smithtown Public Library)
4. Paws of War in Nesconset is working on another rescue mission. There is a puppy rescued by an American Soldier overseas, and the goal is to bring the little furry friend to the U.S. The best part of this story is that the rescue was recorded and posted on TikTok. The video features over 2.7 million views! If you would like to donate to help "Soap" to come to his new home, it would be appreciated! (Patch)
5. Hoyt Farm in Commack will host a unique Sunday educational program. The maple/sugaring classes are $5 per person and will be through March! The course is open to non-residents of the Smithtown township. (Smithtown Matters)

Today in Smithtown:

• Art Exhibit-Athena Autistic Artistic College (Smithtown Library). (9:30 a.m.)
• Long-Term Care (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10 a.m.)
• Town Board Work Session - Town of Smithtown Meetings. (10:30 a.m.)
• Smithtown Book Discussion Group (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10:45 a.m.)
• DIY Stickers (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (5 p.m.)
• Game Night (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (6:30 p.m.)
• The Changing Face of Television (Smithtown Library). (7 p.m.)
• Snowflake Soap (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (7 p.m.)
• HSW - PTSA Meeting - Smithtown High School-West. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Ryan Ufko, a 19-year-old hockey player and Smithtown native is fresh off an "experience for a lifetime." (Patch)
  
• For those looking for part-time or full-time jobs in the Smithtown area, remember to browse through Patch's weekly job listing guide. If you see something that interests you, click on the link and apply today. (Smithtown Patch)
• The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook will host multiple events in February to celebrate Black History Month. If you would like to enjoy live Jazz performances in the neighborhood, visit the Three Village Patch page to access the full schedule of events. (Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Debora Whitehead

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