Dec. 8: Kay Porter Tea, Prince of Peace Update

Patch highlights local events and previews upcoming stories for readers each day in our What's Happening Today column. Check out what's on the Sayville/Bayport agenda Thursday, Dec. 8.

 1. We announced Wednesday that Sayville Patch and Bayport-Blue Point Patch have merged, the new Sayville-Bayport Patch will allow us to further strengthen our coverage of Sayville, West Sayville, Bayport and Blue Point. It has been our loyal readers who have made our sites a success and we look forward to your feedback and input going forward. . Questions? Comments? E-mail editor Emily Portoghese at emily@Patch.com.

2. Kay Porter and The Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation cordially invite you to attend today at 12:30 p.m. The event benefits Sayville's Good Samaritan Nursing Home. Sandwiches, scones, petit pastries, raffles, 50/50, parting gifts. Hats suggested. Seating is limited. $35 per person. Please RSVP to 631-376-4365.

3. that in Sayville will close next June has parents upset by the decision and has some vowing to work to save the school while demanding answers from the Diocese of Rockville Centre. See Patch's coverage so far: ;; .

4. Is your house ready for our Patch Deck The House Contest? You could win $100,000 for our schools! Here’s how the contest works. Beginning on Dec. 8 and continuing through Dec. 26, you can nominate your home by uploading a photo to the contest entry form on the site. Find out more in our article on the contest later this morning.

5. Cheer on Phantoms at home tomorrow as they take on Central Islip at 4 p.m.