🌱 MMSC Library Messy Meetups On Feb. 1 + Valentine's Day On A Budget

Hello all! Debora Whitehead here with your Monday edition of the Shirley-Mastic Daily, filled with all the community information you need to know right now. Including updates on:

• Weekly Messy Meetups at Library Mastic Branch.
• Walmart's "new face."
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 46, low: 34.

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

1. Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library is hosting its weekly Messy Meetups 'Inside and Out' program on Wednesday, Feb. 1, at 10 a.m. Notice the Mastic Beach branch hosts this event. It's an indoor session. (MMSCL)
   
2. Have you noticed anything different at the Walmart Supercenter at Boulevard East? The retail store is investing in flashing store style to attract customers. Five supercenters are remodeling their looks with fashion mannequins, a makeup center, and baby room décor! Read the whole story here. (CNBC News)
3. Brookhaven is inviting the public to attend the Black History Night celebration on Friday, Feb. 3, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. There will be performances, an art exhibit, food, and more at the Brookhaven Town Hall. All are welcome. (Town of Brookhaven)
4. A drug dealer is being prosecuted for allegedly being responsible for a woman's deadly overdose. The 34-year-old man from Holbrook is accused of selling fentanyl to a woman who was later found dead by her mother. First responders transported her to Stony Brook Hospital, but she passed away days later. (Daily Voice)

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Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Family Literacy - MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• Babies Book Club - MMS Community Library. (10 a.m.)
• Weekly Trivia- Virtual - MMS Community Library. (3 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Valentine’s Day is approaching, and for those who want to save money on this holiday, Long Island News 12 shared some tips to help keep the budget. There is a recipe, dinner on a budget, handmade gifts, and more! (LI News12)
• Nearby Event: Sweetbriar is hosting the special Galentine's Hoots and Handmade Pottery event! This event is set for Friday, Feb. 10, at 6:30 p.m. Instructor Alison will lead participants into a sculpture creation. Tickets can be purchased here. (Smithtown Chronicle)
• William Floyd School District released its District Calendar for 2023-24. Visit here to access the entire calendar. (Press Release Desk)

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Events:

• An Evening of Laughs at Desmond’s (February 2)
• 90’s Night! STP, Rage Against The Machine and Nirvana Tribute Bands! Suffolk Theater. Tickets here. (February 3)
• Long Island Private School Fair: (February 4)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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