Did you know that New York’s official state reptile might be living in your neighborhood pond—or even wandering through your backyard? Meet the snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina), a fascinating local creature that calls the waters of Long Island home. Snapping turtles have been around since the time of the dinosaurs, and they certainly look the […]
Back to School, Back to the Library! September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Get your child’s free Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community library card and discover a world of books, programs, and fun learning activities! If your child loves stories, crafts, games, movies, and music, the library has something for every child. Stop by the Customer Resource Services […]
CALLING ALL CRYSTAL LOVERS! Happy August! To celebrate the month of August, we present Carnelian, a fiery and vibrant stone perfect to reign in one of the hottest months of the year. Although Carnelian can be found all over the world, most of its mineral deposits are in various areas of India. It is also […]