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And check out Jay Medal Soirée on the Freeport Patch calendar

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In today's newsletter:
- Which side will your child choose at Freeport's royal tea party?
- Need to clear meds and paperwork before fall? Here's your chance.
Also on today's calendar: Jay Medal Soirée and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.
- Wednesday: Humid with a shower in spots, temps: high: 76, low: 71.
- Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 81 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Good vs Evil Royal Tea Party (longisland.com) — Families can plan ahead for a whimsical "Good vs Evil" Royal Tea Party at Sparkle on Stage on Woodcleft Avenue in Freeport this November. Kids will meet Snow White and the Evil Queen, enjoy etiquette lessons, and share teatime treats, while parents can either stay or explore the Nautical Mile nearby. Tickets and a multi-event "Loyal Royal Passport" are available now.
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• Legislators Mule & Davis Invite Residents to Securely Discard Medication, Documents & Electronics at Autumn Sani 2 Disposal Event (longisland.com) — Freeport's own Legislator Debra Mulé is teaming up with colleagues and Sanitary District No. 2 for a free "Shed-The-Meds" and shredding event in Baldwin on Sept. 12. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., eligible residents can safely discard old prescriptions, electronics, and sensitive documents at the Grand Avenue garage. It's a convenient way to protect privacy and the environment.
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📸 Around Freeport
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Freeport
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★ Featured events ★
- Jay Medal Soirée →
Jay Estate, 210 Boston Post Rd, Rye
5:30 pm
Saturday September 19
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Other local events
- Board of Education Meeting 7:30 pm
Bellmore-Merrick Central School District 1260 Meadowbrook Road, North Merrick, NY 11566 - Superintendent's Conference Day #2
Roosevelt UFSD All Staff Report to Respective Buildings
8:30 am - Girls JV Soccer Away Game at Hicksville High School
Roosevelt UFSD 180 Division Ave, Hicksville, NY 11801, USA
5:00 pm - Girls Varsity Volleyball Away Game at Westbury High School
Roosevelt UFSD 1 Post Rd, Old Westbury, NY 11568, USA
5:00 pm - Girls Varsity Soccer Home Game vs. Hicksville High School
Roosevelt UFSD 1 Wagner Ave, Roosevelt, NY 11575, USA
5:00 pm - Superintendent's Conference Day #3
Roosevelt UFSD All Staff Report to Respective Buildings
8:30 am - Boys JV Soccer Home Game vs. Syosset High School
Roosevelt UFSD 1 Wagner Ave, Roosevelt, NY 11575, USA
5:00 pm - Girls JV Soccer Home Game vs. Glen Cove High School
Roosevelt UFSD 1 Wagner Ave, Roosevelt, NY 11575, USA
5:15 pm - Art Walk: Malverne Chamber of Commerce's 9th Annual →
Village of Malverne, Malverne
12:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
Thursday September 3
Saturday September 19
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Superintendent's Convocation
Hempstead Union Free School District Hempstead High School Auditorium
8:00 am - Superintendent's Conference Day 1
Roosevelt UFSD 1 Wagner Ave, Roosevelt, NY 11575, USA
8:30 am - WATSON: Welcome Coffee for Kindergarten Parents
Rockville Centre UFSD Rockville Centre, NY 11570
9:00 am - HEWITT: Welcome and Warm Wishes for Kindergarten & New Parents (Library)
Rockville Centre UFSD Rockville Centre, NY 11570
9:00 am
Tuesday September 1
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Catholic Health Services of Long Island posted a job opening for Service Associate-Labor&Delivery in Rockville Centre. Apply here.
- Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Rockville Centre. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Freeport here.
🗞 Nearby News
Merrick
- House Panel Examines Cyber Threats and Rising Water Costs (legis1.com)
- Debbie Gibson shows off toned legs in tiny shorts and high heels to celebrate 56th birthday in fierce new video (hellomagazine.com)
Roosevelt
- Howard Stern's Sirius show coming to HBO Max (newsday.com)
Rockville Centre
- This Week In Rockville Centre: Athletic Complex Graffiti, Apartment Door Kicked In, Police Say (patch.com)
- 'Our Story, Unplugged' Brings West Hempstead School District Together (patch.com)
- Hempstead Woman Accused Of Wielding Broken Glass Bottle, Spraying Cop With Chemicals: PD (patch.com)
Ok Freeport! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: By starting with a large fortune. (Thank you Kourtney Z. for sending it in!)
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