🌱 Three Village Historical Society Call For Volunteers + Weekend Fun

Hello all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Patch newsletter. Come along for everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue of the newsletter, you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Three Village Historical Society needs volunteers!
• The Jazz Loft events to celebrate Black History Month.
• Do you recognize him? and more!

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Very windy; turning sunny. High: 43, Low: 19.

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Here are the top four stories in Three Village today:

1. Three Village Historical Society needs volunteers! If you are passionate about local history and want to spend some hours teaching visitors about our historical sites, sign up! (TVHS)
2. The Jazz Loft beats drums in various events celebrating Black History Month. There will be live performances, art exhibits, and wine tasting. There will be a live performance with mandolin player Buddy Merriam of Sound Beach on Feb. 24, along with an art exhibit with all jazz mementos — not to mention a wine tasting on Feb. 25, featuring the wine of LVE (Legend Vineyard Exclusive, a flavorsome brand, Black-owned and available on Long Island.) Visit the Jazz Loft website for details. (The Jazz Loft)
3. Police are offering a cash reward for anyone with information about the man who allegedly stole $620 worth of merchandise from the Target store on Pond Path in South. If you have any leads, you can call anonymously at 1-800-220-TIPS. (TBR News Media)
4. Would you like details of Theatre Three's tribute to Broadway icon Stephen Sondheim? The play ‘Side By Side By Sondheim’ features his music and contribution to the arts. The production is on the stage until March 18. (TBR News Media)

Today in Three Village:

• Time for Baby - Emma Clark Memorial Library. (10 a.m.)
• Game Day- Emma Clark Memorial Library. (10 a.m.)
• Instrument Petting Zoo - Emma Clark Memorial Library. (2:30 p.m.)
• Escape the “Upside Down” - Emma Clark Memorial Library. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Today is Tortilla Chip Day! How about honoring this fun 'holiday' by enjoying some Mexican munchies? I recommend the Barito Tacos & Cocktails at 201 Main Street in Port Jefferson. (Google)
• Emma Clark Memorial Library is hosting an instrumental petting zoo today at 2:30 p.m. Staller Center for the Arts will lead the kids into seeing, listening, and playing instruments worldwide. Click here to register. (Patch Events)
• "Following a competitive national search, Andrew Singer, PhD has been appointed Dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS) at Stony Brook University, effective July 3." (Patch)

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— Debora Whitehead

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