🌱Vietnamese Munchies At New Rolling Spring Roll +Events, Jobs, More

Hello again, everybody! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including:

• Check what's new at Breeze Airways.
• The Rolling Spring Roll is now open in Commack.
• Smithtown Police Blotter, job and more

But first, today's weather:

Breezy with periods of sun. High: 62, Low: 45.

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Here are the top five stories in Smithtown today:

1. For those looking for an adventure this summer, Breeze Airways offers new nonstop destinations from MacArthur Airport at great prices. Portland, Maine and Raleigh are some of the options with flights starting at $49. To learn more, visit flyBreeze.com. (News 12 Long Island)
2. Foodies in the neighborhood have a new eatery to try. The Rolling Spring Roll is now open in Commack, serving crisp, golden Vietnamese spring rolls at 6120 Jericho Turnpike. The new spot is open Tuesdays-Sundays from noon to 9 p.m. Check the menu at therollingspringroll.com. ( Newsday/Subscription Required)
3. Congratulations to Eagle Scout Daniel George Shoemaker who Legislator Trotta recognized at a special ceremony at the Burr Intermediate School in Commack. Shoemaker has a long list of contributions to community work, including installing benches and gardening at South Shore University Hospital. It's important to highlight the work of those putting extra effort into making our neighborhood a better place to live. (Smithtown Matters)
4. Regarding gardening, the Smithtown Senior Citizens Department is looking for guest speakers willing to share their expertise at the Community Garden Club. This is a unique volunteer opportunity to help seniors to keep up the excellent work in growing vegetables and flowers at the club. If you are interested, please get in touch with Patty at (631)360-7616. (Smithtown Matters)
5. This week, the Smithtown Police Blotter covers recent police activity in the area from April 9-15. Suffolk Police Department released reports. Access the full content here. (Smithtown Patch)

Today in Smithtown:

• Art Exhibit-Richard Kramer (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (9:30 a.m.)
• Parachute for Tots (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• A Rainbow of My Own (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (11 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (Noon)
• New Movie Matinee (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (1 p.m.)
• Pajama Storytime (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)
• Retro Game Night (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Smithtown Department of Public Safety: "The Smithtown Department of Public Safety today remembers Smithtown Police Officer Raymond L'Hommedieu, who was killed in the line of duty on this date in 1941." (Smithtown Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• Smithtown Christian School: "Welcome back from Spring Vacation to our SCS family! We pray you had a blessed Easter and a restful vacation!" (Smithtown Christian School via Facebook)
• Looking for a job in and around Smithtown? Patch has a weekly list of recent openings in the area. (Smithtown Patch)
• The warmer weather brings a series of outdoor festivals and community events to Long Island. Vendors are wanted for the Nesconset’s Spring Fling Food Truck Rodeo and Craft Fair on May 21. In addition, there is a list of other great events recruiting artisans, food and crafts vendors. Visit the TBR News Media website for information. (TBR News Media)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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