🌱 Smithtown Library To Host Infamous Crimes Seminar + German Festival

Morning, everybody! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Smithtown Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know about what's going on in town. Today we'll cover the following:

• Smithtown Library to hold the Historic Crimes of Long Island Lecture Series.
• Old 'Base Ball on the Farm' in Setauket.
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and breezy. High: 78, Low: 58.

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Here are the top four stories today in Smithtown:

1. The Smithtown Library invites cardholders to participate in the Historic Crimes of Long Island Lecture Series on Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. For those who enjoy local history, author Kerriann Flanagan Brosky will discuss various infamous crimes. She will also present her book, "Historic Crimes of Long Island: Misdeeds from the 1600s to the 1950s." Visit the link I've shared to register. (Smithtown Calendar)
2. Nearby Events: A 'Base Ball on the Farm' will be held on Sept. 16 at Sherwood Jayne Farm in Setauket. The event is free admission and open for the public of all ages. The New York Mutuals vs. the Atlantics will enter the field at noon. Music. Food and other activities will be a plus. (Smithtown Patch)
3. The German Festival is sizzling in Smithtown this weekend! Stop by at the St. Andrew's Lutheran Church on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to enjoy typical foods, music, performances, raffles, and more at 30 Brooksite Drive in Smithtown. For more information, please call 631-360-7620. (Smithtown Gov.)
4. This Sunday, the Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown hosts its Taps and Talons Fundraiser at the Hoyt Farm. Notice this event is for 21+, featuring craft beers, live music, and more! Purchase tickets in advance here. (Sweetbriar Center)

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Today in Smithtown:

Saturday, September 16

• St. James Farmers Market - Town of Smithtown Community Calendar. (9 a.m.)
• Creation Station at SmithLib-Kings Park. (10 a.m.)
• Construction Zone at SmithLib-Smithtown. (10 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Low-income families in Smithtown can now apply for a $9.25 monthly discount on their telephone, internet, and bundled packages through the New Lifetime Program. The Federal Communications Commission partnered with the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners to create the Affordable Connectivity Program. If you are interested in learning more, please access Smithtownny.Gov. (Newsbreak)
• Legislator Rob Trotta asks the community to donate non-perishable food items to support the Kings Park St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry. Personal hygiene items are also accepted. The pantry is at St. Joseph’s Church, 59 Church St., in Kings Park. For more information, please call 631-269-6635. (LI Business)
• SSPJ School: "So proud of our SSPJ family!" (SSPJ School via Facebook)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Children loved Teddy Bear Tales at Commack's brand new Outdoor Classroom. Let's hope for more beautiful weather on September 16th at the Kings Park building." (Smithtown Library Kids via Instagram)

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Featured events:

• Setauket Country Fair. (September 16)
• Baseball on the Farm with the New York Mutuals vs. the Atlantics. (September 16)
• Stony Brook CommUniversity Day! (September 23)
• The 4th Annual Commack Day - Bring the whole family! (September 30)
• Zombies! Run for your life. (September 30)
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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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