🌱 Smithtown Library Tree Lighting Is Friday + Police Activity In Town

Hi all! Debora Whitehead here with your fresh copy of the Smithtown Daily, filled with all the community information you need to know right now. Today you'll learn about...

• Smithtown Library Tree Lighting is Friday!
• Smithtown Winter 2022 Craft & Gift Fair will be hosted at the High School.
• Kings Park Eagle Scout is making a difference and more!

But first, today's weather:

Windy with occasional rain. High: 59, low: 34.

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Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. The Smithtown Public Library Tree Lighting is on Friday, Dec. 2, at 6 p.m. After the outdoor ceremony, refreshments and photos with Santa will be offered inside. So that you know, this event is free, and registration is not required to attend. (Smithtown Public Library)
2. Smithtown Winter 2022 Craft & Gift Fair is set for Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3-4, at the Smithtown East High School in St. James. Vendors will have their treats and goodies set up from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on both days. (Long Island Events)
3. Town of Smithtown youth is making a difference in the community. Eagle Scout Karla Iwanejko from Kings Park was honored by Legislator Rob Trotta for her efforts to create a recycling bin at her high school. Karla dedicated her project to Dr. Lesser, who died before the conclusion. (Smithtown Matters)
4. A crime of grand larceny was reposted on Nesconset Highway in Nesconset. A box truck was stolen from a parking lot on Nov. 25. Visit Patch Police Blotter to learn about police activity in the area between Nov. 20-26. (Smithtown Patch)
5. Looking for a job in the Smithtown area? Browse through Patch's weekly list of recent job listings and see if something interests you. If so, click on the position link and apply today! (Smithtown Patch)

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Today in Smithtown:

• All Abilities Sensory Movie (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (9:30 a.m.)
• A Matter of Balance (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10 a.m.)
• LEGO® League (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (4:15 p.m.)
• Anime and Manga Club (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Non-profits on Long Island celebrated Giving Tuesday. Huntington's Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center participated in the day, spreading generosity throughout the community. (LI News 12)
• Have you checked the December newsletter of the Smithtown Public Library? If you want to know about events and happenings, visit the online version of the monthly news by simply clicking on the link. (Smithtown Public Library)
• Winter is here, and outdoor activities can be limited. Despise the cold weather, an article was published on the Travel Lens website with the fifteen best things to do with kids in Smithtown. If you want to see what attractions the author pointed out in our community, visit the link to learn the tips. (Travellens)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Debora Whitehead

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