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🌱 Sachem Daily: Weekend Weather Forecast + Local Events
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Sachem.
Hey, Sachem! Let's get you started this Friday with everything you need to know going on in town today.
First, today's weather:
Winds gradually subsiding. High: 54 low: 20.
Here are the top 3 stories in Sachem today:
- Take a look at the weather forecast for this weekend. Have you enjoyed this rollercoaster week of weather as much as we have? The weekend weather forecast brings more rapid change in temperatures. Friday brings winds and early rain, with clearing later in the day and a high temperature of 55. The temperature will drop over 30 degrees overnight and Saturday will be much colder and windy. Sunday is the coldest day of all, with clear skies and a high of 34. Don't worry folks, Spring is just around the corner. (Sachem Patch)
- Check out what's happening in the Sachem area this weekend. Looking to head out on the town after a long work week? Perfect, we have you covered with a list of events going on in Huntington. If you want your event featured, you can add it to the calendar and promote it for only $1 a day. Head out on Saturday and watch live pro wrestling at The Sports Arena. (Sachem Patch)
- Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and the Department of Health invite residents to Suffolk County's National Diabetes Prevention Program. The program teaches people moderate behavioral changes and has been proven successful. "We seek to reverse, in Suffolk County, the nationwide trend toward increased rates of diabetes. This program addresses the behaviors and thought processes that contribute to diabetes, a disease that exacts enormous costs to the individual, the family and the community," said Executive Bellone. An informational session on the program will take place at the Port Jeff Library at 6 p.m. on Feb 23. (Press Release Desk)
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Today in Sachem:
- VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Simple Stretch and Chair Yoga with Joy - Islip Public Library. (11:00 a.m.)
- Friday Afternoon Movies - Islip Public Library. (2:00 p.m.)
- Friday Afternoon Creatives - Adults 18 years and up. (2:00 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Sachem Library: Is there anything more adorable than Charlotte using the self-checkout at the library? Watch the video and use the self-checkout with your kids in the children's department too! (Facebook)
- Sachem PTA Council: The Sachem School district released a letter regarding COVID-19 testing during winter break. Please contact the Sachem District directly with any questions. (Facebook)
- Sachem Schools: "In celebration of the 100th day of school, students at Tamarac Elementary School were welcomed into the school building by cheerful music and a balloon arch before they participated in activities focused on the number 100. As part of the day's activities students and staff wore unique shirts they created featuring 100 of an item. "
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- CRC electric —
- Campos construction and custom homes —
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Events:
- Practice SAT Diagnostic Test, Proctored & Timed Live-Online (February 19)
- VPW returns with live pro wrestling! (February 19)
- Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month (February 28)
- Get A 'Taste Of Paradise' During This Exclusive Event At Atlantis (February 28)
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Announcements:
- Behind The Scoreboard – More Than A Cyclist, A Hero! (Details)
- The 2022 "Autism Can Do" Scholarship is Accepting Applications (Details)
- Stressed out caring for a loved one with memory issues? (Details)
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Job listings:
- Assembler & Technician (Details)
- Add your job listing
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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for another update.
— Andrew Tessler
About me: Hi! I'm Andrew and I have been a Huntington resident for 7 years. I have lived in other countries and states, and my number one love is Huntington. I love health and wellness, traveling, stand-up paddle boarding, and of course going to restaurants and events throughout Huntington!
