🌱 Shirley-Mastic Daily: Citizenship Preparation + Literacy

Happy Wednesday, Shirley-Mastic! Here's everything you need to know going on in town today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 45, low: 37.

Here are the top 5 stories today in Shirley-Mastic:

1. MMS Community Library will host a virtual citizenship preparation class with instructor Ivette. The class will be held on March 31 at 7 p.m. Click here to register. (MMSCL)
2. "William Floyd High School principal Philip Scotto has been named the '2022 Man of the Year' by The Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics and Shirley for his efforts in helping William Floyd High School succeed, and his love for the district and community. He will be honored at a dinner on April 28, at Sunset Harbour in East Patchogue," according to a recent press release. (Press Release Desk)
3. Looking for a job in the area? Check out who's hiring in the Shirley-Mastic area. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)
4. Great Brookhaven Clean Up 2022 registration is open. The event is part of the national effort by Keep America Beautiful that draws volunteers to pick up litter and clean miles of roadways, rivers, lakes. Individuals or groups can register online for the Great Brookhaven Clean Up and get more information at the Town website or by calling 451-TOWN (8696). (TBR News Media)
5. Nearby News: Harmony Café has volunteer opportunities for garden teachers. Come to the Patchogue community garden to learn about the garden and its mission. The event will happen on April 4 at 6:15 p.m. at 20 Medford Ave., Patchogue. (Patch)

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Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Family Literacy — MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• "On the Road" Messy Meetups at Southaven Park. (10 a.m.)
• Social Worker at the Library — MMS Community Library. (5 p.m.)
• Family Literacy HS — MMS Community Library. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Ruta Oaxaca's authentic Mexican eatery is now open on Main Street in Patchogue. Located at 30 E. Main St., the restaurant is serving authentic Mexican food with a menu that goes beyond tacos. (Greater Patchogue)
• Make-A-Wish Suffolk County, NY: "While battling a brain tumor, 7-year-old Nicole would imagine cheers and a standing ovation as she gracefully twirled around on center ice. Thanks to supporters like you, her wish to be a figure skater was granted." (Instagram)
• Girl Scouts of Suffolk County: "Girl Scout camp experiences create lasting memories and encourage leadership development. They also give girls the chance to be part of a worldwide sisterhood of Girl Scouts and Girl Guides that is 10 million strong!" (Instagram)

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Events:

• Wellness Program — Plant Based-10 Weeks of Learning. (April 12)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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