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🌱 Patch AM: What Patchogue’s new $500K fire boat means for waterfront safety
You won't want to miss Sunday on the Rocks - A Play by Teresa Rebeck on the Patchogue Patch calendar

Coffee in hand, Patchogue? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What Patchogue's new $500K fire boat means for waterfront safety
- How downtown Patchogue will glow during this year's MoCA L.I.ghts
- St. Liberata Feast in Patchogue gets new date after Nor'easter threat
Also on today's calendar: Sunday on the Rocks - A Play by Teresa Rebeck and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Windy; a little p.m. rain, with a high of 67 and low of 58 degrees.
- Saturday: Windy with rain at times, temps: high: 63, low: 56.
- Sunday: Windy; cloudy, a little rain, with a high of 64 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Grant allows Patchogue Fire District to purchase new fire boat (trihamletnews.com) — Patchogue residents will see stronger water-rescue capabilities after a $500,000 state grant funds a new fire boat for the Patchogue Fire District. Officials say the vessel will boost responses on the Great South Bay and nearby waterways, adding protection for local homeowners, boaters, and visitors after years of delays securing the money.
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2. LI's Only Projected Light Installation, MoCA L.I.ghts, Returning To Patchogue's Downtown (patch.com) — Downtown Patchogue will transform into an open-air light museum when the free MoCA L.I.ghts projection festival returns October 22–26, running nightly from 6 to 11 p.m. Residents can explore large-scale projections, live performances, workshops, and even ride a free trolley connecting all installations, with strong support from local Patchogue cultural partners.
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3. LI's St. Liberata Festival Rescheduled Due to Nor'Easter: Officials (patch.com) — Patchogue's beloved St. Liberata Italian feast has been pushed to October 3 because of an expected Nor'easter, but organizers promise the same Main Street procession, rides, vendors, and children's activities. The festival will still honor Linda Locantore as Italian-American of the Year and run from noon to 6 p.m. downtown.
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4. LI HS roundup: Soccer, volleyball, cross country and golf highlights (newsday.com) — Patchogue-Medford golf fans will want to know their team fell to Sachem, 8.5–0.5, despite solid 36s from Ron Hottinger and Parker Masem at Middle Island Country Club. The wider roundup also highlights strong showings from nearby Long Island schools in soccer, volleyball, cross country, and more boys golf action.
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📸 Around Patchogue
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Patchogue
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★ Featured events ★
- Sunday on the Rocks - A Play by Teresa Rebeck →
Clare Rose Playhouse At St.Joseph's University, 155 W Roe Blvd, Patchogue
8:00 pm - Braintoberfest Scarecrow Contest & Family Fun Festival →
Train Car Park, Rose Ave, Port Jefferson Station
2:00 pm - Wading River - Shoreham Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival →
The Shoppes at East Wind, 5768 NY-25A, Wading River
11:00 am
Friday September 25
Sunday October 4
Sunday October 18
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Other local events
- Gateway's Haunted Playhouse →
Gateway Playhouse, 215 S Country Rd, Bellport
7:00 pm - DJ Fridays Patchogue | RUMBA Après Rooftop Lounge →
RUMBA – Patchogue, 13 East Main Street, Patchogue
9:00 pm - DJ Fridays Patchogue at RUMBA Après Rooftop Lounge →
RUMBA, 13 East Main Street, Patchogue
9:00 pm - DJ Fridays Patchogue →
RUMBA – Patchogue, 13 East Main Street, Patchogue
9:00 pm - Altura 3 Floors at RUMBA →
RUMBA, 13 East Main Street, Patchogue
10:00 pm - Altura 3 Floors at RUMBA | Party in Patchogue →
RUMBA, 13 East Main Street, Patchogue
10:00 pm - Gateway's Haunted Masquerade: A Night of Costumes and Cocktails Fundraiser →
215 S Country Rd, Bellport
6:30 pm - Creek Defender Clean Up Byron Lake →
Byron Lake Pool, Bayview Dr S, Oakdale
10:00 am - Not So Scary kids Adventure at Gateway's Haunted Playhouse →
215 S Country Rd, Bellport
12:00 pm
Friday September 25
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
📣 Patchogue Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
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Last seen on 9/23 in East Patchogue/Bellport area Husky responds to Spice, chihuahua/bulldog mix responds to Paco Please reach out if you have any… (Nextdoor Lower East Patchogue) - Looking for someone to mow my lawn every other week in East Patchogue!
Very small front and back yard. Any referrals/recommendations would be greatly appreciated :) (Nextdoor Swan Lake)
- Public Storage posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Patchogue. Apply here.
- TJX posted a job opening for Store Cleaning Associate in Patchogue. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Patchogue here.
Ok Patchogue! 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: I for 1. (Thank you Bill L. for sending it in!)
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