Good Morning,
It’s a busy week with stories that matter to you. From free vaccines and a brand-new pickleball center to a special tribute for a longtime community leader, there's something for everyone. Small Business Saturday is also bringing great local deals, so it’s a perfect time to shop and support your neighbors. Plus, we’re keeping you informed about local crime alerts, holiday fun, and how to grab your VIP pass for events and specials around town.
-Brian Grant, managing editor, writer
Local Pulse
🚔 Police are searching for three suspects who used a stolen credit card to make $800 in purchases at multiple Patchogue locations, including The Home Depot, on Aug. 4. The card was stolen earlier that day from the Holtsville Ecology Site, and the crime is classified as grand larceny. Patch
💉 Free vaccines for uninsured and underinsured children and adults will be available December 9th by appointment only at the Patchogue-Medford Library (54-60 E Main St.) from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. To schedule, call (631) 854-0222 and fax vaccine records to (631) 854-0089 ahead of your visit.
🏛️ Senator Dean Murray joined the Village of Patchogue to honor the late Trustee Joseph E. Keyes with the dedication of the newly renamed Joseph E. Keyes Parks and Recreation Center. The tribute highlights Keyes' lifelong commitment to community service and the enduring legacy he leaves behind.
🏓 Pickleball Heaven officially opened in Medford with a ribbon cutting attended by Senator Dean Murray and Councilman Foley. The state-of-the-art indoor facility features nearly 20 courts, lounge areas, food and drinks, and more.
🚨 Patchogue business owners are being warned about a group of women allegedly creating fake purchase disputes to score free items or distract for potential theft. The Chamber of Commerce urges local shops to stay alert and verify all transactions. [Patch]
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Local Sports
🤼♂️ The 2025-26 high school wrestling season has kicked off as the latest national rankings feature one top wrestler per weight class. Standouts include Jax Forrest at 132 pounds amid early graduation rumors that could shift the lineup, and Bellport’s Camryn Howard, who holds the top spot at 157. [FloWrestling]
Community Highlights
Community Highlights
Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center is screening Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery through Dec. 4, featuring detective Benoit Blanc unraveling a murder in a devout small-town church. [Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center]
The Patchogue Theatre is hosting a screening of The Polar Express with a special visit from Santa on Saturday, November 29 at 1:00 PM. [Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts]
Latino Leadership Connect hosts a Winter Coat Drive on Wednesday, December 3 from 6–8 PM at El Matador Restaurant in Patchogue to support families in need with warm coats and community connection.
The Cook’s Studio in Patchogue is celebrating Small Business Saturday with a holiday offer. On November 29 from 10 AM to 2 PM, every $100 spent on cooking class credits is matched with another $100, cash and in-person only. [The Cook’s Studio]
moe. brings their groove to Patchogue with back-to-back shows at the Center for the Arts on April 9 and 10, including a special night with the Natural Funk Projekt. [Goldmine Magazine]
The Brookhaven Highway Department is offering a Defensive Driving class on December 16 from 9 AM to 3 PM at Town Hall in Farmingville, with discounted rates for seniors and veterans. [Town of Brookhaven]
The Bellport Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Christmas Party at Avino’s Italian Table. Join them on Wednesday, December 3 from 6:30–9:00 PM for a festive evening of laughter, holiday cheer, and amazing food. You Must Preregister For This Dinner!!!
🎁 Starting Black Friday, buy a Holiday Gift Card and get rewarded. Spend $100, receive a $20 bonus card! Cards are accepted at Rumba, Cowfish, Flora, and Fauna, and bonus cards can be redeemed from January 1 to April 30, 2026.
Mather Hospital is hosting a free joint replacement seminar on knee and hip procedures with orthopedic surgeons Dr. Michael Fracchia and Dr. Filippo Romanelli on December 6 at 8:30 AM at the Bellport Country Club.
The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County's Holiday Light Show returns to Camp Edey in Bayport, running Thursdays to Sundays from November 28 to December 21. Walk the magical light trail, visit Santa, play lawn games, and check out this year’s new Cozy Bungalow Package!
Toast Coffee + Kitchen is running two big gift card deals: on Black Friday (11/28) in-store, get a free matching amount (up to $250), and on Cyber Monday (12/2) online, get $10 with a $50 gift card or $25 with $100.
Holiday Greeting Card Drive to collect cards for seniors in nursing homes across the district is continuing. Drop off your cards by Wednesday, December 10, at 90-B West Main Street, Patchogue.
NYS Senator Dean Murray is holding his Annual Winter Coat Drive through Sunday, December 5, collecting new or gently used winter gear for Angels of Long Island and Branches of Long Island. Drop-offs are accepted at 90-B West Main Street or the Patchogue-Medford Library.
Small Business Saturday on 11/29 in Bellport Village features a fun‑filled day with the 12:00 PM‑2:00 PM Soup Contest and the Bellport Fire Department’s 2nd Annual Craft Fair running.
The Kris Kringle Fund is hosting a Live Sing-Along Brunch with Santa & Friends on November 29 at the Blue Point Fire Department, featuring a full buffet, music, photos with Santa, and a toy drive.
The Village of Patchogue is celebrating its 63rd Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 29 at 6 PM, featuring “Christmas Past on Main Street” with Santa’s helpers and a chance to send holiday greetings to service members. [Village of Patchogue]
⛸️ Holiday Spectacular on Ice returns to Gateway Playhouse from November 28 to January 4, transforming the stage into a dazzling ice rink for a one-of-a-kind winter celebration. With festive music, stunning figure skating, and show-stopping performances, it’s the “coolest” family-friendly tradition of the season. [Gateway Playhouse]
Take a peaceful virtual stroll through downtown Patchogue in this 4K walking tour by Walking with Genny, showcasing the charm and walkability of one of Long Island’s most inviting villages.
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