Jan. 31: Class it up with Shakespeare or a Benefit Gala

As January winds down, there's a few elegant happenings on deck in Three Village, including a hospital fundraiser and Shakespeare film event. For more options, check out our daily events calendar, and if we've missed something, you can always suggest an event or add your own.

1. Last week's benefit gala for was postponed due to heavy snowfall, and the rescheduled party is set for Monday at 6 p.m. at Gelinas Junior High. Teachers and administrators are about 70 percent of the way to their goal to raise $10,000 for the children's hospital, and are hoping to cover the rest of the gap at the fundraiser.

2. A film presentation on the featuring some acclaimed actors will start at 6:30 p.m. at the .

3. Join your neighbors for a friendly card game. at the Setauket Neighborhood House runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

4. In case you're wondering why the traffic on Nicolls Road seems crazier than usual or why you can't get a seat at Starbucks, here's one explanation: it's the first day of regular spring classes for .

5. The Stony Brook men's basketball team has set a new record. Coming up later on Three Village Patch, we'll have the latest Seawolf scores and more. Stay tuned.