Happy Veterans Day and Patch is hoping many West Islip residents are enjoying a long Fall weekend as we gear up for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.
To help residents stay up on local events and programs Patch offers a look at what's happening this week in and around town:
Snow Coming?
Yesterday's rain shower literally came out of a blue sky and now weather reports indicate a possible snow 'shower' on Tuesday with temps in the 40s through Wednesday. It is supposed to get a little warmer by mid week with temps hitting mid 50s by Friday.Board of Education Meeting
There is a West Islip School Board of Education meeting on Thurs., Nov. 14 at 8 p.m. at the high school.Seminar on the Affordable Care Act
North Shore-LIJ is sponsoring a seminar workshop about the newly implemented Affordable Care Act at the Boulton Center from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thurs., Nov. 14. The workshop wiill review the upcoming changes to healthcare. Wine and cheese will be served between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. and the presentation, hosted by will Alan Murray, president of North Shore-LIJ CareConnect, will begin at 7 p.m. For registration or questions about the event please contact Lisa Finnegan at 631-647-3825 or Lfinnegan1@nshs.edu.PTA Zumbathon Fundraiser
A Zumbathon is taking place Fri., Nov. 15 at Oquenock Elementary School at 425 Spruce Avenue, starting at 6 p.m. The PTA fundraiser will be led by Jenn Friaglia, from Movez. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear fun bright colors and comfortable sneakers. The cost is $15/adult & $10/child. Cash or checks made payable to the Oquenock PTA. Admission can be paid at the door.New on Patch
Patch has launched a series of ‘open’ blogs where residents can post feedback, advice, insight and share photos on a wide variety of topics, from government issues to food reviews. Here’s a handy list of getting to them easily:The Soapbox - Islip Gov't
Tastes of West Islip
Snapshots - West Islip
West Islip Family Room
It's Your Birthday!
West Islip School Forum
Road Rage
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