🌱 Man Found Dead Is Identified + Events Near Shirley + Job Openings

Good morning, everybody! It's Friday in Shirley-Mastic and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in our community today. I hope you all have a great day. In this issue, you'll find updates on the following:

• Drowning victim identified.
• Events in the area.
• MMSCL Coat Swap and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 47, low: 39.

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

1. The man who was found drowned off East Concourse has been identified as Pierre Morris. Police arrived at Smith Point Park in Shirley after Morris's colleague reported him missing on Nov. 18 at 3:30 p.m. (Smithtown Matters)
2. For those looking forward to participating in the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Public Library Coat Swap, the fun day is Saturday, Dec. 3! Find everything you need to know before attending here. (Patch Events)
3. Nearby Event: Patchogue-Medford Public Library is hosting a Winter Wonderland family night on Dec. 9 from 5 to 10 p.m. There will be bounce houses, crafts, photo booths and more! This event is free admission. (Patchogue Patch)
4. A lot is going on in Long Island this holiday season! Tree lighting, photos with Santa, trots, you name it! If you want to plan holiday outings, go ahead and visit the link to mark down the best events to attend with family/friends and enjoy the magic season! (Long Island News 12)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Family Literacy - MMS Community Library. (9 a.m.)
• Art Club - MMS Community Library. (4 p.m.)
• Second Annual Dream Big Holiday Benefit at Stereo Garden. (6 p.m.)
• David Bromberg Big Band at Patchogue Theatre. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a job in the Mastic- Shirley area? Browse through Patch's weekly list of job postings. If you see something interesting, click on the link to apply. (Patch)
• The 2022 Christmas Parade is on Sunday, Dec. 4. "A Gingerbread Christmas" is this year's theme! Suffolk Police Officer Timothy Thrane is leading the route. While on duty in November 2021, Thrane was seriously injured by a drunk driver. (Shirley Chamber of Commerce)
• Lots of holiday events and photo opportunities with Santa Claus will be hosted in the Shirley-Mastic area. COVID-19 restrictions are more relaxed, but some places still offer virtual visitors. Visit the link to learn about some holiday outings in town. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)

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Events:

• Holiday Boutique and Craft Fair. (December 3)
• Holiday Lights At The Bronx Zoo. (December 23)
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All right, you're all good for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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