🌱 Shirley-Mastic Daily: Meet "Always Sober" Clothing Brand + Events

Morning, neighbors! Debora Whitehead here with today's edition of the Shirley-Mastic Daily.

First, today's weather:

Breezy with a passing shower. High: 54, low: 43.

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

1. Johnny Berry from Shirley showcase his entrepreneurial skills and talents through his clothing brand "Always Sober." The brand name and logo are inspired by Berry's own experience of never getting into the habit of consuming alcohol or other substances. He started spreading his message about sobriety by creating videos shared on social media and now through his business. (Greater Moriches)
2. Police Blotter: On April 6, Jorge Astudillo Samaniego, 29, of Shirley, was arrested in Holbrook and charged with DWI. Mastic resident, Chicquelo Martin, 28, was arrested in Shirley also under DWI charges. (Patch)
3. MMS Community Library will host a creative writer's workshop on Thursday, April 14, at 2 p.m. All are welcome in this unique and creative class that will give participants to express themselves in a supportive environment. Register to attend this event with your library card. (Patch)
4. The Spring Long Island Restaurant Week 2022 is set for April 24 – May 1. Over 55 eateries across LI will be participating in the eight days of foodie fun with special deals and menus. (Greater Patchogue)
5. Nearby News: Police are seeking the public's help to find a driver involved in a hit-and-run crash in Coram, resulting in the death of a bicyclist who was traveling eastbound on Middle Country Road. The victim was pronounced dead at Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue. Anyone with information on this crash to call the Major Case Unit at 631-852-6553 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. (Port Jefferson Patch)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Book Sale for Literacy - MMS Community Library. (10 a.m.)
• "On the Road" Messy Meetups at Southaven Park. (10 a.m.)
• All Things Unicorn- MMS Community Library. (Noon)

From my notebook:

• The Cheese Patch in East Patchogue will host a Wind Down Wednesday on April 13 at 6:30 p.m. The event is perfect for all wine lovers in the community and a cheese platter will be offered as attendees try different tastes of wine. The Cheese Patch is located at 20 East Main Street, East Patchogue. (All Events)
• Make-A-Wish Suffolk County, NY: "When Zach was diagnosed, it was terrifying and traumatic. But the promise of a wish helped him to see beyond his long recovery – even igniting a new strength. This promise starts with a referral." (Instagram)
• Girl Scouts of Suffolk County: "Got questions about cookies? Join us for a virtual Q & A session with Kelly, Director of Product Sales and Retail (link in our bio). This month will focus on Cookie Wrap Up!" (Instagram)

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— Debora Whitehead

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