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Medicare Educational Event

Jan21

John Mandaro will discuss the fundamentals of Medicare, including Parts A, B and D, the difference between Advantage and Supplement Plans and the Medicare changes for 2025, register starting Jan. 2

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Phone

631-363-6133

Price

free

Puzzle Exchange Club

Jan21

Trade your jigsaw puzzles with other puzzle enthusiasts

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Phone

631-363-6133

Price

free

Spotlight on Local Businesses: Bayport Flower Houses

Jan23

Bayport Flower Houses owners Karl Auwaerter, Christine Saroka and John Auwaerter will present an insider look into their well-known local business, register starting Jan. 2

Where

Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

186 Middle Rd.

Blue Point, NY

Phone

631-363-6133

Price

free

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