Dec. 2: Knock Off Some Points and Become One With the Animals

1. Looking to knock some points off your insurance? AARP is hosting defensive driving courses for drivers ages 50 and over at the . The starts today from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. The next course, also required for credit, is on Friday morning.

2. Are you trying to familiarize your young ones with animals? Following the opening of a series for 2- and 3-year olds a couple of days ago, swing by the series at Atlantis Marine World today with your 4- and 5-year olds. The 4-class program costs $40 for Atlantis Marine World members and $60 for non-members, and the cost includes admission for one adult and one child.

3. Riverhead Town Board meets this morning for a . Items on the agenda for discussion include retirement incentives for non-union members, film permit applications at EPCAL, and a proposed municipal alcohol policy.

4. Speaking of Town Hall, an ex-Deputy Supervisor in town and Aquebogue resident was recently appointed a town management services administrator in Southampton. Check back later to find out who.

5. Where can you find Santa this Christmas Season? Check back in a little bit for the latest 2010 Holiday Guide to see where he'll be appearing and when. In the meantime, take a look at the to help you through the holiday season.