Nov. 24: Turkeys, Trains, and Taxis

It's nearly time for turkey, but before Thanksgiving arrives, take advantage of all Wednesday has to offer in Three Village.

1. On one of the biggest party nights of the year, your local options for fun include Checkmate, , , Mulcahy's, and of course a fine selection of pubs in Port Jefferson. But drive safely, and don't leave the house without the number of a taxi service, just in case. Jot this down: Lindy's Taxi can be reached at 631-473-0707, and Tom's Taxi can be reached at 631-331-1121.

2. For Stony Brook students heading home for Thanksgiving by train, the LIRR has added extra afternoon trains on the Port Jefferson branch, which serves the Stony Brook train station. Click here for information on the additional service.

3. Of course, you can always stick around to catch the women's basketball team in action against Nicholls State at . Or just check Three Village Patch later on for coverage.

4. Head to , where the Three Village Clergy Association's annual interfaith service will take place at 7 p.m. More details to come at 9 a.m. on Three Village Patch.

5. Our holiday coverage continues with an upcoming article about local businesses which will stay open on Thanksgiving and a preview of what Black Friday – or Black Saturday? Hmm – will look like in Three Village. Stay tuned to Three Village Patch.