🌱 Smithtown Daily: Meet Dottie, Leo, Penelope + Master Teachers

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Diane Witek here with everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's what's going on in Smithtown today.

First, today's weather:

A little rain. High: 53, low: 51.

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Here are the top stories in Smithtown today:

1. Smithtown area pets who need a home: Dottie, Leo, Penelope and more. Dottie was found as part of our TNR program. This beauty is very scared of people, but she lights up around other cats. Leo is a handsome man who is just under 1-year-old lab mix and is as sweet as can be. He is timid, so he would do best with children 12+ years old. "Penelope is an approximately 6-month-old tuxedo kitten. Penelope is young, active, and playful," wrote shelter staff. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. (Smithtown Patch)
2. Smithtown events calendar: The Patch provides a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. See all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Smithtown Patch community calendar. (Smithtown Patch)
3. Who's hiring in the Smithtown area? It doesn't matter if you are looking for full-time or part-time work, opportunities are still out there. Each week, Patch and ZipRecruiter put together a roundup of the latest local jobs posted in the region. (Smithtown Patch)
4. Congratulations to our Smithtown teachers! The Smithtown Central School District announced in a news release that five educators from Smithtown are among 230 statewide who were recognized as Master Teachers by Gov. Kathy Hochul. The Master Teachers are dedicated professionals who teach science, technology, computer science, robotics, coding, engineering, math and integrated STEM courses across grades K-12. (Smithtown Patch)
5. The next meeting of the Mental Health Subcommittee will be on March 2 from 3-4:30 p.m., via Zoom. According to the press release, "The Mental Health Subcommittee of the Community Mental Hygiene Advisory Board is made up of consumers, parents, advocates, professionals and agency providers who consider mental health issues and advise the director of Community Mental Hygiene Services as necessary through the advisory board. Please call the MH Division at 631-853-8500, to get the numbers to participate in this Zoom call." (Press Release Desk)

Today in Smithtown:

• Art Group (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (Noon)
• Cheerio Bird Feeder (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (3 p.m.)
• LEGO® League (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (4:30 p.m.)
• Open Knit and Crochet Night (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (5 p.m.)
• Have you met Jean-Michel Basquiat? (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (5:30 p.m.)
• Dungeons and Dragons (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "But look at those shoes! Our production of 'A Royal Princess Party' returns today for performances at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.! Escape the cold this February break and join us at SPAC. 🎟️: smithtownpac.org, #spac." (Facebook) (Website)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "We are just a few weeks away from our Irish Comedy Night! Join us for a night of high-quality comedy with an open bar of wine and beer. For just $45 a person, what could be better? 🎟️: smithtownpac.org ,#spac." (Facebook) (Website)

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• 2 Journey Tix. UBS Arena, 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont. (Feb. 25)
• KPY Spring Intramural Baseball & Softball Registration Open. (Feb. 28)
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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Diane Witek

About me: Impassioned Writer, Website Designer, Social Media Marketer and newly proclaimed Baker. Lover of nature and animals of all kinds.