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🌱Port Jefferson Daily: July 4 Parade + Fireworks Show + Prom 2022

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Hi all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Port Jefferson Daily — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town.


First, today's weather:

Showers and a heavier t-storm. High: 82, low: 67.


Here are the top 4 stories in Port Jefferson today:

  1. Port Jefferson Village is putting on a firework show to celebrate Independence Day! The sky will light up on Sunday, June 3, at 9 p.m. The best view will be from the East or West beaches. A resident parking sticker is required. (Port Jefferson Village)
  2. Nearly 100 folks came to see the prestigious Port Jefferson Prom traditions on June 28. Many may not know, but this year's theme was spooky! The special night was held at the Meadow Club. Find photos of the event here. (TBR News Media)
  3. An Italian Restaurant is set to open on a historic site just 4 miles away from Port Jefferson. Business owner David Tunney brings an Italian taste to the village of Stony Brook with the Restaurant Luca's grand opening at 93 Main St. (LongIsland.com)
  4. Just a friendly reminder that Monday is the Port Jefferson July 4 Parade on Main Street. The event is hosted by the Fire Department and is set to start at 10 a.m. (Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce)

Today in Port Jefferson:

  • Saturday Morning Yoga with Laurel Frey — Port Jefferson Free Library. (10 a.m.)
  • English Conversation Group — Port Jefferson Free Library. (11 a.m.)
  • Fourth of July Crafternoon — Port Jefferson Free Library. (2 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Stony Brook News: "Burn Center at Stony Brook University Hospital releases 10 safety tips for July 4 weekend." (Stony Brook News)
  • Port Jefferson, NY: "Did you know that The Village of PJ has our dog beach at Centennial Park? Follow the drive past Harborfront Park to the gravel lot, enjoy shaded benches and gazebo while your furry friends are free to take a run on the beach." (Port Jefferson, NY via Facebook)
  • Port Jefferson Free Library: "Make sure to stop by and view beautiful paintings by artist Kathleen McArdle! Her work will be displayed in July in our large meeting room." (Port Jefferson Free Library via Facebook)

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Debora Whitehead

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