Last night was just another reason why I love living in Mastic Beach. Tangier Smith Elementary School held its first Live Author/Illustrator Evening with 22 favorite local authors and illustrators. All of the other elementary schools were invited to attend and the turnout was terrific.
Because I am a writer, my children were really excited about this program. The whole family attended and the organized, artistic envirionment really impressed us. Books were available for purchase with the authors and illustrators on hand to sign them for the students.
My daughter was mesmerized by Mary McManus Burke, a lovely writer from Smithtown while my son was enthused to see his friend's grandfather, Frank DeWitt, who lives right here in Mastic Beach. With writers such as Joyce Zucker, Paul Rodriguez, Sheila & Letty Sustrin and Dr. Kathryn T. Hegeman, there were diverse selections for all the children.
Cultural programs such as this encourage our children to exceed all limitations and dream big for the future. Good stuff, Tangier Smith Elementary!
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