🌱Shirley-Mastic Daily: Police Looking For Hit-And-Run Driver + Events

Happy Saturday, Shirley-Mastic! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today.

First, today's weather:

Windy with rain at times. High: 52, low: 46.

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

1. Police are asking for the public's help to find a driver involved in a hit-and-run on Flower Road in Mastic Beach. A SUV was caught on camera hitting a pedestrian who had to be transported to a local hospital. If you have any information that will lead to an identification, call Suffolk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. (News 12 Brooklyn)
2. Come to the MMS Community Library to fill up a metal planter with spring flowers! This program is for children of age K-6. The class will be held on May 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (MMSCL)
3. Nearby News: The village of Patchogue will host a first time-ever Irish Festival in June! The "Inish Fada Fleadh" will be held at the "Our Lady of Mount Carmel" located at 495 North Ocean Ave. on June 11-12. (Patchogue Patch)
4. Life is best when you're camping! Check the list of the best spots on Long Island to sleep under the stars and have some outdoor adventures. (vacationidea)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• MastiCon — Superhero Spider-Man Paint Party at MMSCL. (1 p.m.)
• International Harry Potter Day 'Party in a Bag' Grab & Go Kit at MMSCL. (10 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "New York is one of the states whose unemployment claims are increasing the most." (Wallethub)
• Blue Velvet Lounge in Patchogue is set to make you laugh with comedians Claudia Bonavita, Rich Walker, Les Dengen, and others! Tickets are $18, and the Blue Velvet is located inside the Plaza Cinema Media Arts Center in Patchogue. (Patch)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Mastic: "Hi neighbors. I'm Cesar. I'm starting new pressure washing services. If you guys need anything, just give me a call or text me. (Nextdoor)

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Events:

• Mother's Day Brunch at East Wind. (May 8)
• Mother's Day Dinner at Desmond's. (May 8)
• Hire A Pro to Tackle Mom's To-Do List. (May 8)
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Announcements:

• National Football Foundation Honors Suffolk County Players (Details)
• Behind The Scoreboard — Hockey Defense in Good Hands (Details)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another 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.