🌱Events In And Around Three Village + Meet The Town Clerk Candidates

Hello, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Three Village Patch newsletter. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. In today's newsletter, we have these stories and more:

• Emma Clark Memorial Library "Crafternoon."
• “Grief and the Holidays” Church Service in Mount Sinai.
• Storytime at Chocology in Stony Brook and more!

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 47, low: 30.

Here are the top four stories in Three Village today:

1. If you are looking for a Saturday outing with the kids in the Three Village area, Emma Clark Memorial Library has a "Crafternoon" featuring a cute penguin. Drop in on Dec. 10 between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. No registration is required. (Three Village Events)
   
2. Mt. Sinai Congregational Church is hosting a unique service for those struggling with the loss of a loved one or who are alone during the holidays. The “Grief and the Holidays” will be held on Saturday, Dec 17, from 10 a.m. to noon. The church is at 233 North County Road in Mount Sinai. All are welcome to attend. (TBR News Media)
3. The Chocology in Stony Brook hosts the Stories, Sweets, and Snow Man search series. In five sessions, kiddos will hear stories and get a treat and a craft. Visit here for details of the event. (All Events)
4. Town of Brookhaven Councilman Kevin LaValle and Community advocate Lisa Di Santo are running for the seat left by Brookhaven Town Clerk Donna Lent. Candidates will be chosen on a townwide election scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 17. Read the full story here. (TBR News Media)

Today in Three Village:

• Raptor Sketch Night at The Studio at Gallery North. (6 p.m.)
• Relax and Paint: Cardinal with Street Lamp at ECML. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Mark on the calendar for the Three Village Electric Parade on Sunday. Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. Pre-parade fun will be held at the Setauket Fire House at 4 p.m. The event will light our streets with the fun decorated vehicles "marching" around the neighborhood. (Three Village Chamber Of Commerce via Social Media)
• For those looking for help with chores around the house, why not hire a local handyperson in Three Village? Check Patch's list of professionals available to help in the area. (Three Village Patch)
• Photo Gallery: Port Jeff's annual Dickens Festival was last weekend. The weather did not stop the community from stepping out in costumes to perform! Visit the link to check some photos of the event. (Greater Long Island)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning for another update.

— Debora Whitehead

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