🌱 Shirley-Mastic Daily: Principal Named Man Of The Year + Events

Rise and shine, Shirley-Mastic! It's Thursday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in Shirley-Mastic.

First, today's weather:

Breezy with periods of rain. High: 55, low: 47.

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

1. William Floyd High School Principal Philip Scotto has been named the “2022 Man of the Year.” The nomination was granted through the Chamber of Commerce of the Mastics and Shirley for his achievements in leading William Floyd High School into a path of success and for his love for the district and community. (WFSD)
2. Fire Island National Seashore will host a Teach at the Beach program on March 26 at 10 a.m. The class will be an hour and 30 minutes long. Click here for details. (FIVC)
3. MMS Community Library will host a paint night for teens in grades 6 through 12 on March 25 at 5:45 p.m. Registration is open for a relaxing night, consisting of a tutorial and the creation of a finger-painted masterpiece. (MMSCL)
4. Nearby News: A former Port Jefferson resident is facing charges after turning herself in for an elderly assault that resulted in death. Lauren Pazienza, 26, who lived on Old Homestead Road, is being charged with first-degree manslaughter after pushing an 87-year-old to the ground. The victim later died from her injuries. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
5. Nonprofit Paws of War in Nesconset teamed up with an organization overseas to help refugees who fled from Ukraine to have essentials for their pets. Most of the families who escaped don't have food for their pets and nonprofits are promoting campaigns to benefit the animals through donations. (Patch)

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Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Virtual Literacy — MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• Parent Toddler Playtime — MMS Community Library. (10 a.m.)
• Book Discussion: "The Only Woman in the Room" at MMSCL. (2 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Stereo Garde in Patchogue will host an Ozzmosis — A Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne / Black Sabbath. Sam Hunt, Ryan Hurd, and Lily-Rose will be performing on April 1 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $15-20. Stereo Garden is located at 9 Railroad Ave., Patchogue." (LIE)
• 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)
• Girl Scouts of Suffolk County: "Are you interested in media and public speaking? Our new Media Girls program is designed to provide girls with hands-on experience in developing communication skills while they explore the ever-changing media environment!" (Instagram)

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— Debora Whitehead

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