🌱 Shirley-Mastic Daily: Mary Siano New Assessment Director + Events

Hey, everybody! It's Tuesday in Shirley-Mastic, and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town.

First, today's weather:

Variably cloudy with a shower. High: 81, low: 64.

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

1. Mary Siano has been named the new William Floyd School District Director of Elementary Curriculum and Assessment. The role involves the analysis of all elementary curriculum and the ELA mathematics program. (William Floyd School District)
2. The EMRJN will rock the Shirley community at DuranFest 2022. The event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20, at 320 Decatur Ave. in Shirley, with the performance starting at 6 p.m.! (Facebook Events)
3. Pine Barrens Jam is returning on Saturday, Aug. 20, with three music stages at Blue Point Brewing. Poetry, art, and music will line up at this special community event. All are welcome to join from noon until 10 p.m. (Eventbrite)
4. For those looking for employment in the Shirley-Mastic area, Patch has an updated list of the recent job listings in Suffolk County. (Patch)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Fishing and Crabbing at Osprey Park — MMS Community Library. (9 a.m.)
• Gentle Yoga for Beginners — MMS Community Library. (10 a.m.)
• Case Manager — MMS Community Library. (Noon)
• Evening Nature Walk at Smith Point — MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Suffolk County Sheriff's Dept: "Sheriff Steven W. Tompkins and members of the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department joined revelers celebrating and participating in the Dominican Parade." (Suffolk County Sheriff's Dept via Instagram)
• Patch: "Looking to adopt a furry friend? Check out this week's list of pets waiting at shelters in and around Shirley-Mastic." (Patch)
• Mastic Beach Property Owner Association will host its summer barbecue on Aug. 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. Community is invited to enjoy free hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, and more at 31 Neighborhood Road in Mastic Beach. (Facebook Events)

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Events:

• A Savings Account That's Music to Your Ears. (August 19)
• The Art Of... A Free Immersive Family Art Festival. (August 27)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday off right. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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