🌱 Shirley Christmas Parade Is Sunday + Where To Visit Santa In Town

Hello, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Shirley-Mastic Daily. Follow along for everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today's briefing includes news about:

• Shirley Christmas Parade is Sunday.
• Where to take pictures with Santa in the Shirley-Mastic area.
• Police investigations in Suffolk and more!

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny; windy, cooler. High: 45, low: 27.

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

1. 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)
   
2. 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)
3. Police are investigating a possible drowning in Great South Bay. Officials pulled a young male's body out of the water after receiving a 911 call that reported someone was "floating" in the area. The discovery was nearby the South of Fire Avenue at 2:40 p.m. Police and medical examiners are working to identify the person. (Smithtown Matters)
4. Suffolk Police Department announced via social media that an incident is under investigation at the Smith Haven Mall. Police arrived at the scene after two people reported a possible armed male strolling in the mall on Nov. 29 at 12:12 p.m. No threats to public safety were identified. (Smithtown Patch)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Virtual Literacy: Beginner - MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• Grinch Day! - MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)
• Puzzle Night!- virtual - MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)
• Family Literacy - MMS Community Library. (7 p.m.)
• Thursday Live at Lulus Lobster and Wing Shack. (5 p.m.)
• The Lighter Side at The Cuban. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "The holidays are a busy time of year in Shirley-Mastic, and if you could use a hand getting the house cleaned, hanging holiday lights, or anything in between, you’re in luck. With Shirley-Mastic Local Businesses, finding and hiring top-rated professionals for virtually any task is a breeze!" (Patch)
• 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)
• William Floyd School District hosts an ENL/bilingual parent night today at 6 p.m. It's a fun evening with activities, refreshments and socialization at William Floyd High School at 240 Mastic Beach Road in Mastic Beach. Please Visit this link to fill out the form to confirm attendance. (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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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update.

— Debora Whitehead

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