🌱 Town Of Smithtown Opens Summer Camp Registrations + Happenings

Morning, everybody! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Smithtown Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening locally. Today's briefing includes updates on...

• Town of Smithtown announced the Summer Camp registrations.
• Sweetbriar is hosting the special Galentine's Hoots and Handmade Pottery.
• The maple sugaring classes start in February and more!

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Sun and some clouds. High: 43, low: 33.

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Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. Town of Smithtown announced the Summer Camp early bird registration is now open, offering a deal for parents who sign up until Jan. 31. Activities include swimming, sports, crafts, workshops, and more! For more information and to check prices packages, visit here. (Town Of Smithtown)
2. Sweetbriar is hosting the special Galentine's Hoots and Handmade Pottery event! This event is set for Friday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m. Instructor Alison will lead participants into a sculpture creation. Tickets can be purchased here. (Smithtown Chronicle)
3. The Maple Sugaring Classes start in February at Hoyt Farm. The town of Smithtown hosts the events. The first session is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m. It should be mentioned that tickets are $5 per person, cash only. Registration is recommended. (Town of Smithtown)
4. For those looking for a house in the Smithtown area, there will be some open houses this weekend. Access Patch's list of events to plan a stop by the latest properties available for sale in the neighborhood. (Smithtown Patch)

Today in Smithtown:

• Art Exhibit-Kings Park Photography Club (Kings Park Building). (9:30 a.m.)
• Playgarten (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (10 a.m.)
• Baby Bounce (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Baby Sign Time (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (11 a.m.)
• Friday Movie Matinee (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (2 p.m.)
• Bingo Night for Adults (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Long Island Restaurant Week starts on Jan. 29! If you would like to take advantage of the price-fixed deals, the participating restaurants in Smithtown will be ready to serve you! Chop Shop Bar & Grill, Coco Bistro Kitchen & Lounge, Garden Grill, H20 Seafood & Sushi, Smithtown Pasta House, and Casa Rustica are participating through Feb. 5. (Smithtown Chronicle)
• Town of Brookhaven is inviting the public to attend the Black History Night celebration on Friday, Feb. 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. There will be performances, an art exhibit, food, and more at
  the Brookhaven Town Hall. All are welcome. (Town of Brookhaven)
• Patients with kidney injury will have the opportunity to be submitted to a new treatment program at Peconic Bay Medical Center (PBMC). The hospital now has advanced dialysis that operates slower than the traditional method. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)

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That's it for today. I'll see you around!

— Debora Whitehead

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