Nov. 15: Holidays Are Fast Approaching

Stores are putting up holiday decorations. Local groups are advertising holiday events. Let's face it – the holiday season stretching from Thanksgiving to New Year's is fast approaching.

1. Not only do tickets go on sale today for the , but the locations on the tour will also be revealed at a meeting at 7 p.m. at the Setauket Neighborhood House.

2. The Village Center's is seeking entries until Nov. 19. Decorate a fabulous holiday tree to try and win a $250 gift certificate to Village Center stores. Call early as space is limited.

3. Think ahead to those decadent holiday parties. On the Go Fitness offers every Monday and Friday at 9:45 a.m. An eight-week course at two sessions per week is $299.

4. Thanksgiving is not far away. Patch wants to know: What are you thankful for? What are your favorite recipes and local traditions? E-mail christines@patch.com to share your thoughts and tell your story.

5. Not quite holiday related, but pretty cool nonetheless. Attention future college students: those interested in attending Stony Brook University can check out the school's virtual open house Monday from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.