Nov. 13: Run, Race, To the Drums

This Saturday gets off to a fast start. Whether it's at the Power Of One 5K or Hauppauge's cross country teams, it seems like everybody is off and running.

1. The takes over the streets at 8:30 p.m. Register in the north parking lot of Hauppauge High School, all proceeds benefiting Rolling Thunder Special Needs Program for the first time. Read more details .

2. Hauppauge High School varsity cross country runners are going the distance, heading up to the It's sure to be a foot race. Let's go Eagles!

3. Travel to nearby Stony Brook University this evening to travel to faraway places with , as he blends taiko with drumming rhythms from his jazz background into melodies from around the world. Show starts at 8 p.m., $20 general seating with $15 for seniors and students.

4. Check out Patch's new Q&A feature. Go ahead, fire away with your questions about Hauppauge. Then answer a few yourself. It's a great way to share information, and get answers to those questions you've never been able to figure out.

5.  Thanksgiving is just around the corner, less than two weeks away. What are you thankful for this year? Or do you have any secrets to share on what makes the perfect Thanksgiving feast? Email sara-megan.walsh@patch.com.