🌱 St. Joseph's Church To Host Free Outdoor Movie Night + Narcan Event

Hi all. I'm back with your fresh copy of the Smithtown Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Let's get this weekend started off right with a quick review of everything you need to know about what's happening around town, including updates on:

• Movie under the stars in Kings Park.
• Free event at Horizons Counseling Center in Smithtown.
• Special visit at Hoyt Farm and more!

But first, today's weather: Sunny to partly cloudy. High: 78, Low: 64.

Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. How about watching a movie under the stars on Thursday, Aug. 24? The fun starts at 7 p.m. at the St. Joseph's Church parking lot featuring the movie "DC League Of Superpets." There will be refreshments and snacks for purchase. Notice it's a free community event with limited space. (Smithtown Patch)
2. Smithtown Horizons Counseling Center is hosting a free event for the community on Sept. 8. All ages are invited to celebrate Recovery Month with fun activities for the family at the Branch Plaza (LA Fitness Shopping Center) from 4 to 7 p.m. (Smithtown Gov.)
3. Hoyt Family is keeping its legacy alive as the clan members come out this summer to deliver some memorial stones. This was a special visit and event for all who are connected with the farm sanctuary preserve that also serves the neighborhood with outstanding cultural events. (Smithtown Matters)
4. It's time to sign up for a free seminar hosted by the Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association that will be held at the Smithtown Library. "Understanding Dementia-Related Behaviors" is set for Tuesday, Aug. 22, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. For more information, visit here. (Smithtown Matters)

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Today in Smithtown:

Saturday, August 19

• St. James Farmers Market — Town of Smithtown Community Calendar. (9 a.m.)
• Books & Things SUMMER SALE. (9 a.m.)
• Garden Party Brunch at Smithtown Historical Society. (11 a.m.)
• Two Havens Brewing Company X Foleys event! (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "Tonight’s FINAL PERFORMANCE of 'Seussical, Jr.' will be inside the SPAC theater. What an amazing run! As we approach the final curtain close, we wish to extend a HUGE congratulations to all the performers, crew, and staff that made this." (Smithtown Performing Arts Center via Facebook)
• Smithtown Kickers Soccer Club: "Thank you to everyone that stopped by our tent!" (Smithtown Kickers Soccer Club via Facebook)
• St James/Smithtown Little League: "Registration for fall ball is winding down. Our fall season (games on Sunday mornings, beginning Sept. 10 and ending Oct. 29) is shaping up to be a great one." (St James/Smithtown Little League via Facebook)

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• Roller Derby: Strong Island vs Shoreline Roller Derby. (August 19)
• Community Drive-In Movie-DC League of SUPER PETS. (August 24)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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