🌱 Shirley-Mastic Daily: Bingo At St. Joseph Church + Literacy LEFA

Hello, friends! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Shirley-Mastic Daily. Follow along for the most important things going on these days in town.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and humid. High: 79, low: 59.

Here are the top 4 stories in Shirley-Mastic today:

1. A bingo fundraiser will be hosted at the St. Joseph the Worker RC Church to raise funds for scholarships for veteran families. Save the date for Friday, Oct. 7, to play 10 rounds of bingo with a chance to win designer handbags. The church is located at 510 Narragansett Ave., in East Patchogue. (Patch Events)
2. College students who paid their loans during the pandemic can now get a refund and apply for forgiveness according to President Joe Biden's plan. News 12 released a complete guide to help those wondering if they qualify and the application steps. Access the details here. (News12)
3. For those who like to appreciate and support local artists, the Arts on Terry Contemporary Artist's Fair is on Sunday, Sept. 25, starting at 1 p.m. It's a family-friendly event for those who want to find a unique early Christmas gift or to look for an outing in the Village. (Village of Patchogue)
4. This month, Long Islanders are walking to prevent Alzheimer's disease. Around 1,500 gather at Belmont Lake State Park to raise money to support the research of the disease, a brain disorder that affects memory and thinking ability. Approximately 410,000 New York residents struggle with the condition. If you like to donate to "Team Harrelson," click here. (LI News 12)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Literacy LEFA Virtual — MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• On the Road: Stroller Club at Southaven Park. (10:30 a.m.)
• Crafternoon at Mastic Rec Center — MMS Community Library. (4:30 p.m.)
• Gaming Cafe — MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Patch: "High blood pressure (also referred to as hypertension) can have a significant impact on your heart health, your sense of well-being, and your livelihood. What may surprise you is that you can have high blood pressure for years without any symptoms." (Patch)
• Girl Scouts of Suffolk County: "Troop 2197 is ready for troop camping! They made solar box ovens and learned camping essentials like how to pitch a tent, what to bring on a camping trip, and campfire safety." (Girl Scouts of Suffolk County via Instagram)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, South Shirley: "Still looking to lock in a few vendors for the fall festival. Please let me know if you would like a spot! This event is open to everyone and is free admission." (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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