Mother's Day Spring Market Coming To Smithtown

The event will feature 70 crafters, makers, bakers and creators. People can get jewelry bonded with their mother, give her a poem, and more.

Parks & Beaches To Reopen In Town Of Smithtown

Restrictions will be in place to protect the health and safety of residents against the coronavirus.

Halloween In Smithtown 2019: Photo Gallery

See how the kids (and grown-ups) in Smithtown celebrated Halloween.

ICYMI: Time To Get Spooky At The Smith Haven Mall

The festivities start this weekend. Check out the story from earlier in the week on Smithtown Patch.

Time To Get Spooky At The Smith Haven Mall

The mall will be celebrating all things Halloween starting this weekend. Here's what you and your family can do.

Bullying Prevention Month: Do You Have A Story In Smithtown?

National Bullying Prevention Month kicks off this October across the nation. Have you experienced bullying in Smithtown?

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Funfest, Kings Park Day, Fathers Day Festival: LI Weekend Picks

Looking for family fun and things to do during the weekend on Long Island? Patch has you covered.

31st Annual Smithtown Festival Day: What You Need To Know

Check out everything you need to know before heading to the event this weekend.

Mother's Day Festival, Empire Fair, Brew Fest: LI Weekend Picks

Looking for family fun and things to do this weekend on Long Island? Patch has you covered.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Taste of Smithtown by Smithtown East Business Honor Society

Fundraiser for Make A Wish Foundation

Harbor Country Day Takes Fourth Place in Regional Science Bowl

By Brynn Moller, 7th grader at Harbor Country Day School

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Harbor Country Day Students Join Chinese New Year Celebration

Mandarin Students Perform at Confucius Institute at Stony Brook University’s 2019 Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration

Harbor Country Day Launches Historic $10 Million Capital Campaign

Campaign for Harbor Country Day School is the first of its kind in the 61-year history of the St. James independent school

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

U.S. Marines Visit Harbor Country Day School

Marines visit the independent school to collect toys donated to Suffolk County Toys for Tots program

Santa Tram Ride, Christmas Parade, Light Show: LI Weekend Picks

Looking for family fun and things to do this weekend on Long Island? Patch has you covered.

Menorah/Tree Lightings, Holiday Lights Show: LI Weekend Picks

Looking for family fun and things to do this weekend on Long Island? Patch has you covered.

Harbor Country Day Students Reach Out to Local Communities

Student Council organizes wildly successful community service efforts during holiday season

"We Have To Care About What Our Children Care About"

Young people want change and it's time we understand why

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

Harbor Country Day School Dedicates New Athletic Field to Founder

Head of the Harbor Mayor Douglas Dahlgard and school officials perform dedication

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Summer Carnival, Peach Festival, BeachFest: LI Weekend Picks

Looking for family fun and things to do this weekend on Long Island? Patch has you covered.

Mattituck Strawberry Festival, FunFest: LI Weekend Picks

Looking for family fun and things to do this weekend on Long Island? Patch has you covered.

SUSA Academy Is Recruiting Women For A Semipro Soccer Team

The team, which will be part of the Women's Premier Soccer League, will play at SUSA's new $12M complex opening in spring 2019. [SPONSORED]

Village of the Branch Ranks Among Best Places To Raise A Family

The local community was among the 50 Long Island towns to make the list.

Hauppauge-Headquartered TFCU Sponsors The Berenstain Bears Youth Financial Literacy Program

TFCU has teamed with the Berenstain Bears to foster and boost youth financial literacy.

Star Wars Alien Drawing Workshop Thursday, October 27, 7:00-8:00PM

The Smithtown Library 1 North Country Rd. Smithtown, NY 11787 phone: 631-360-2480 web: smithlib.org

Triple Threat Halloween Cupcakes Wednesday, October 19, 7:00-8:00 PM

The Smithtown Library 1 North Country Rd. Smithtown, NY 11787 phone: 631-360-2480 web: smithlib.org

Day of the Dead Mosaic Skull on Canvas Monday, October 17, 6:00-7:00PM

Monday, October 17. 6-7:00PM The Smithtown Library 1 North Country Road Smithtown, NY 11787 phone: 631-360-2480 web: www.smithlib.org

Spring Farm Festival

Sunday, May 22nd (12-4 pm): Spring Farm Festival! Celebrate spring, fresh air outdoor fun, and discover Long Island's rich agricultural past

Clay Polar Bear Craft

Wednesday, February 10 from 4:00-5:00 PM The Smithtown Library 1 North Country Rd. Smithtown, NY 11787 phone: 360-2480

An Hour of Code - Star Wars

Monday, January 25 - 3:30 - 4:30 PM The Smithtown Library 1 North Country Road Smithtown, New York 11787 631-360-2480

Paint Stick Chewbacca

Wednesdays, Jan 20 - 4:00-5:00 PM or Jan 27 - 7:00-8:00 PM The Smithtown Library 1 North Country Road Smithtown, New York 631-360-2480

New York One of the Worst States to Have a Baby, Report Says

The Empire State is ranked in the bottom 10 on WalletHub's "Best and Worst States to Have a Baby" survey. Surprised?

What Are New York's Top Baby Names?

These were the top baby names registered with the Social Security Administration last year by NY parents. Did your kid's name make the list?

Long Island is 2nd Most Expensive Place in U.S. to Raise a Family

Not a surprise, but still pretty depressing.

Grucci Fireworks, Free Concert at Pennysaver Amphitheater Saturday

Get there plenty early if you're going as the venue fills up fast.

100 'Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in New York' List Released

Did your community make the cut?

Long Island Prepares for Inaugural Culper Spy Day

Day-long Event Offers Families Interactive Spy Exhibits, Historic Homes and Churches, Walking Tour of America’s 1st Spy Trail

73 Years of Marriage, Winning Lottery Ticket, Daytona 500

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Good News: Former LI Hairdresser Wins $1M, Mickey Mouse Dance Battle, LI Native in 'American Idol' Top 24

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Good News: NBA Event, Grammy Awards, Powerball

Inspiring headlines from around the region.

Suffolk Police Officer Helps Deliver Baby Girl in Commack

Officer Michael Fitterer helps deliver baby early Monday morning.