🌱 Bon Appétit! MMSC Library Offers Book Buffet For Kids + Happenings

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your new edition of the Shirley-Mastic Patch newsletter. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. In this issue, you'll find updates on...

• The MMSC Library-Mastic Breach will offer Mr. B's Book Buffet to kids.
• Two men have burglarized the All American Auto Wreckers on Montauk Highway.
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy, showers around. High: 49, Low: 30.

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Here are the top four stories in Shirley-Mastic today:

1. The MMSC Library-Mastic Breach will offer Mr. B's Book Buffet to kids ages birth-grade 6 on Friday, Feb. 24, at 4 p.m. Kids will have the chance to read classics and new literature. Snacks will be provided. You don't need to register. (MMSCL)
   
2. Two men have burglarized the All American Auto Wreckers on Montauk Highway. Security cameras show the suspects stealing cash from cashiers before fleeing the scene in an SUV. Police are offering a cash reward for anyone with information that can lead to an arrest. (Patch)
3. Breeze Airways once again increased destinations from MacArthur Airport. Flights to three popular destinations in Florida, along with Pittsburg and Richmond, will be available throughout the summer. (LongIsland.com)
4. The Jazz Loft beats drums in various events celebrating Black History Month. There will be live performances, art exhibits and wine tasting. There will be a live performance with mandolin player Buddy Merriam of Sound Beach on Feb. 24 along with an art exhibit with all jazz mementos — not to mention a wine tasting on Feb. 25, featuring the wine of LVE (Legend Vineyard Exclusive, a flavorsome brand, Black-owned and available on Long Island.) Visit the Jazz Loft website for details. (The Jazz Loft)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Case Manager - MMS Community Library. (Noon)
• Winter Break Drop-In Activities at Mastic Beach. (1 p.m.)
• Dinosaur Day of Fun at Mastic Beach - MMS Community Library. (3 p.m.)
• Get Crafty - MMS Community Library. (4 p.m.)
• Tail Waggin' and Readin' Fun! at Mastic Beach. (4:30 p.m.)
• Gaming Café - MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)
• Beginner Sketching and Drawing - MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library is hosting it's next "On the Road" family program with a Roller Skating Night at GR8SKATES in Shirley. This event is on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 5:30 p.m. Visit here for more information. (MMS Community Library)
• Long Island Museum in Stony Brook is treating students on winter break to two days of free admission! If you are looking forward to some outings in the community, add up some history exploring the exhibits on Thursday and Friday, Feb. 23-24, from noon to 5 p.m. (LI Museum)
• "Join our Toastmasters club Stony Brook Speech Wolves Toastmasters Northern Brookhaven on Feb 23, 2023 for our in-person, open house meeting." (Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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