🌱 Shirley-Mastic Daily: Lifeguard Recalls Shark Attack + Nature Walks

Hi all. I'm back with your new edition of the Shirley-Mastic Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on in town these days.

First, today's weather:

Some sun. High: 84, low: 67.

Here are the top 3 stories in Shirley-Mastic today:

1. Little ones will be noisy with the "Songs of the Swamp" at the Mastic Recreation Center. Bring the little ones to explore the sound of different animals and enjoy crafts on Saturday, July 16 at 11 a.m. (MMSCL)
2. The surfer who was attacked by a shark at Smith Point Beach in Shirley spoke about his experience. Some beaches were closed for swimming this week due to shark appearances. (CBS News)
3. Patchogue Theater will host live performances for free as part of the Alive After Five Festival! For those who want to escape the street heat and enjoy music in the cool lobby, singer Melanie Morin will be on stage. (Patchogue Theater)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Playspace — MMS Community Library. (9 a.m.)
• Family Literacy — MMS Community Library. (9 a.m.)
• Morning Nature Walks at Wertheim Wildlife Refuge. (9:30 a.m.)
• Water Play at Shirley Beach — MMS Community Library. (11 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Suffolk County Parks: "Shinnecock East: We have additional updates to the outer beach at Shinnecock East. The Southampton Village plover broods that were located just eastward of our Park’s property have all fledged." (Suffolk County Parks via Instagram)
• Girl Scouts of Suffolk County: "Jump into the outdoors by participating in our Summer Bucket List Challenge (link in our bio)!" (Girl Scouts of Suffolk County via Instagram)
• For those looking for employment in the area, check Patch's list of the newest opportunities in Shirley-Mastic. (Shirley-Mastic Patch)

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Events:

• Farm & Craft Market at The Shoppes. (July 16)
• Open House! 46 Rockledge Drive, Shirley. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (July 16)
• North Shore Community Band Summer Concert Series. (July 16)
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Announcements:

• Congratulations To Joey Spallina — 2022 Lt. Ray Enners Award Recipient (Details)
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Gigs & services:

• Club Z! In-Home Tutoring (Details)
• We Paint Kitchen Cabinets (Details)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update!

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Please get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Shirley-Mastic Daily? Contact me at shirley-mastic@patch.com.