Nov. 2: Know the Issues and Vote, East Hampton

It's Election Day 2010 and the mid-terms are finally here. Prepare for a day full of election speak and poll watching, but there are a few other happenings around town today.

1. To vote is the verb of the day. Cast your ballot on new voting machines throughout the town today at your designated polling place. If you need a refresher course on the candidates for State positions, read some put together by Hampton Bays Patch editor and Wainscott resident, Laura Weir.

2. While we're speaking of voting, we want to hear from you. What are the issues you're thinking most about today while going to the polls? Healthcare? The job market? You tell us.

3. Help support the East Hampton Day Care Learning Center by shopping. Yes, it's true. Make an appointment with a style consultant at from Tuesday through Thursday this week. Style experts at Chico's will help find the clothes that will look great on you, help accessorize, and build your wardrobe. There is no obligation to buy, but if you choose to you will receive $25 off of your purchase of $100 or more. Chico's will then donate 10-percent of the total of your purchase to Center.

4. In light of the recent closing of the town-run Homework Club in East Hampton and Springs, there will be an informational meeting about Project MOST, an after school program in and at , at the Springs School at 5 p.m. Rebecca Morgan, the coordinator, hopes to reach out to some of the parents who might not yet be familiar with the program and all that it offers.

5. Check out East Hampton Patch's volunteer section. Especially with the holidays coming up, there are lots of opportunities to give back to the East Hampton community. For instance, is looking for help with their meal that will serve and anyone who wants a warm meal and some fellowship..