🌱 Sponsors Needed For Shirley-Mastic Christmas Parade + Get Crafty

Hello, Shirley-Mastic! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Shirley-Mastic Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town, including updates on:

• Sponsors wanted for the Christmas Parade.
• Free home improvement seminars at MMSCL.
• Free concert at the Moriches Field Brewing on Friday and more!

But first, today's weather:

Very windy; rain and drizzle. High: 57, low: 54.

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

1. Shirley/Mastic Chamber of Commerce is looking for sponsors for the 2022 Christmas Parade. Spread this word around our neighborhood or, if you want to help, visit our chamber's website at Mastics/Shirley Chamber of Commerce. (Shirley/Mastic CofC)
2. For those who want to learn the basics of home improvement, don't miss out on the MMSC Library series: "The Site Your House Sits On." The monthly program teaches how to fix fundamental problems and do repairs in the house. This month's class is set for Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Mastic Recreation Center. (Patch Events)
3. Singer/songwriter Bryan Gallo is to perform at the Moriches Field Brewing on Friday, Oct. 7. The show is free of charge and all ages are welcome. It starts at 6 p.m. at 1 Wilcox Ave. Center, Moriches. (BryanGallo)
4. Nearby News: A video of catalytic converter thieves has been released by police. Two suspects stole the catalytic converter from a car parked in a driveway on Walnut Avenue in Ronkonkoma. This type of crime keeps rising on Long Island. Police are asking for the public's help to identify the pair. (News12)

Today in Shirley-Mastic:

• Virtual Literacy: Low Beginner - MMS Community Library. (9:30 a.m.)
• Case Manager - MMS Community Library. (Noon)
• Relax With Yoga - MMS Community Library. (3 p.m.)
• Get Crafty - MMS Community Library. (4 p.m.)
• Gaming Café - MMS Community Library. (6 p.m.)
• Family Literacy - MMS Community Library. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge invites all to its free seminar about "how our bright nights cause problems for animals and us." The discussion starts at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 13 at 340 Smith R0ad in Shirley. (Shirley CofC)
• "When Joseph "Joey" Buccilli was born prematurely, his doctors speculated that his development would be delayed, but the visually impaired 10-year-old moved past those obstacles." (Patch)
• Patchogue Burgerology is taking over Railroad Avenue to host its 2022 Beer Fest. The event is set for Oct. 23 from 2 to 6 p.m., rain or shine. DJ Danja will play the music. Click here for tickets. (Greater Long Island)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

• Free Twirling Class W/ Titanium Twirlers. (October 6)
• We're Not Going Anywhere, Kathy! (October 6)
• OctoberFest sponsored by M&T Bank. (October 8)
• EmblemHealth Healthier Futures Wellness Expo: Free Live Music & More! (October 8)
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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for another update.

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Don't hesitate to get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

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