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🌱 Patch AM: See how Hauppauge schools ranked in Suffolk’s new 2027 report.
And check out St. James Day on the Hauppauge Patch calendar

Greetings Hauppauge! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See how Hauppauge schools ranked in Suffolk's new 2027 report.
- Did you buy this Hauppauge-linked cinnamon now under recall?
Also on today's calendar: St. James Day and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 72 and low of 62 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, temps: high: 74, low: 64.
- Friday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 60 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Best School Districts In Suffolk County Ranked In New 2027 Study (patch.com) — Hauppauge Union Free School District earned an impressive A+ in Niche's new 2027 rankings, and Hauppauge High School scored an A among Suffolk County's top public high schools. The report compares dozens of districts and schools countywide, highlighting how Hauppauge stacks up on academics, college readiness, and other factors that matter to local families.
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• Lior Ground Cinnamon Recalled For High Lead Levels (foodpoisoningbulletin.com) — A cinnamon recall tied to Hauppauge-based Galil Importing affects Lior Ground Cinnamon sold in New York and several other states due to elevated lead levels. If you bought a 90-gram jar with lot code GAP11304 and UPC 794711005484 between November 18, 2025 and September 7, 2026, stop using it and return or discard it safely.
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📸 Around Hauppauge
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hauppauge
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★ Featured events ★
- St. James Day →
Lake Avenue, Lake Ave, St James
11:00 am - Islip Food For Hope Stop the Clock Fundraiser →
Harp & Hound, 528 E Main St, Islip
12:00 pm - Improv In Real Life Podcast- live in-person recording →
The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St, Port Jefferson, NY 11777,
4:00 pm - Improv In Real Life - Live In-Person Podcast Recording/Performance →
The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St. Port Jefferson, NY,
4:00 pm - Commack Seminar: "Your Estate, Your Legacy: Planning Today for the Future" →
GINO'S OF COMMACK, 5990 Jericho Tpke, Commack
12:00 pm - Commack Day →
SYJCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd, Commack
11:00 am
Sunday October 4
Thursday October 8
Sunday October 11
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- PTA Welcome Back Picnic
Front Circle
5:30 pm - Paint Nite • The Experience LI • Hauppauge →
The Experience LI, 180 Commerce Drive, Hauppauge
7:00 pm - WSCA College and Career Fair →
500 Lincoln Blvd, Hauppauge
7:00 pm - Lunch & Learn 2026 →
Pace's Steak House, 325 Smithtown Bypass, Hauppauge - High School "Kicks for Cancer" Soccer Games
High School Turf Field
4:00 pm - Vet Fest →
Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, 829 Old Nichols Rd, Islandia
10:00 am
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Sunday October 11
📣 Hauppauge Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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- Aerus Electrolux — (631) 462-1920
- Ace Canvas & Tent Corp. — (631) 981-9705
- Chris' Cleaning LLC — (631) 575-3938
- Carco DMV Services — (631) 944-3600
- Mosquito Brothers — 516-321-0606
- Brands Cycle & Fitness — (516) 781-6100
- The North Shore Injury Lawyer — (631) 495-9435
- NY Axe Throwing — (631) 237-0050
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi, cement walkway needed.
Any reasonably priced recommendations? Thanks in advance (Nextdoor Brettonwoods)
- NARDA HOLDINGS, Inc. posted a job opening for Assembly B in Hauppauge. Apply here.
- TD Bank posted a job opening for Relationship Banker I - Hauppauge in Hauppauge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hauppauge here.
🗞 Nearby News
Central Islip
- 2026 Developing Long Island: Water Lilies Food (nyrej.com)
- TGI Fridays Signs First U.S. Deal in a Decade — Food & Beverage Magazine (fb101.com)
- Bonifacio Selected to ALPB Drake All-Defensive Team (oursportscentral.com)
Smithtown
- 2026 Metro Scout Day: Quick Hits (prepbaseballreport.com)
- St. Patrick Church & School to host second annual Family Festival Oct. 2 to Oct 4 (tbrnewsmedia.com)
East Islip
- East Islip Students Take Science Class Into The Wild At Sunken Meadow (patch.com)
Ok Hauppauge! 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: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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