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South Country Library Weekly Round-Up April 11, 2020 |
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Just to keep you updated…
Regardless of when we re-open, we have cancelled all in-person programs and meetings through the end of June. Any cards due to expire while we are closed will be automatically renewed until June 1. We will continue to follow the mandates regarding the closing of non-essential businesses and we look forward to the day we can re-open our doors. |
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In the meantime… Our Live Chat is Open
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Someone will be available Monday-Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM to "speak" with in real time. If you message us outside of those hours we'll email you an answer ASAP. |
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We're pleased to offer free resume and cover letter assistance during this time. Go to our website, fill out the form, attach your resume and/or cover letter and our newsletter editor will review it and get back to you with any suggestions for how it can be improved. Please note that this service does not include assistance with uploading resumes to various employment websites. |
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If you think your kids would like to get a fun surprise in the mail, email us at childrens@sctylib.org with your child's name, age and address and our children's librarians will write them a personalized letter or postcard!
**only available for children living in the South Country School District**
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There are beautiful plants deer don’t like to eat! Incorporate these perennials, annuals and shrubs in your landscape to create an attractive yard with three seasons of bloom. |
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Also learn about physical and scent strategies to reduce deer browsing in your yard. To register, email jsalvatore@sctylib.org with the subject "Gardening with Deer". As long as there's still room, you'll receive a reply confirming registration. A link to access the program will be provided 24-hours before it begins. |
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Relax & Connect: Virtual Support Group
10 AM on Mondays, from now through May 18 Join us to relax and share your thoughts and feelings in a safe space facilitated by our social work intern. |
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Community Responsibility
Please be sure to properly dispose of any gloves, masks or protective wear you might be using when you're out. In the interest of the health of others, as well as the health of the environment, it's important to throw these items in the trash immediately or carry a bag to throw them away when you get home. |
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Our local hospital is feeling the strain of COVID-19, especially with maintaining their supply of Personal Protective Equipment, medications and ventilators. |
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Get COVID-19 updates at www.suffolkcountyny.gov or by texting COVIDSUFFOLK to 67283.COVID-19 Testing Sites at Walk-In/Urgent Care Clinics: Many urgent-care clinics in Suffolk County are offering COVID-19 testing to patients who have symptoms. Call ahead or visit the clinic's website to book an appointment. |
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Food Assistance Island Harvest provides free referrals and free assistance for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) over the phone, and you do not have to go to the Department of Social Services. Island Harvest can walk you through the online application by telephone or complete a short intake and submit the online application for you. Call 631-873-4775 |
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~~~ The Federation of Organizations food pantry is open on the third and last Saturday of each month (for April, the 18th and 25th) from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. It is located at 456 Waverly Avenue, in Patchogue. Please park in the back parking lot and be sure to maintain at least six feet between yourself and others. Emergency distributions are available for those unable to come during normal that time — please call Patty at 631-447-6460 x2114 for assistance. ~~~ Other local food assistance: |
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Grocery Stores & Restaurants Cirillo's Market Bellport IGA is now doing curbside pickup for everyone, not just seniors and the disabled. Call 631-286-2772 to make arrangements. |
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The Bellport Restaurant has pickup and limited delivery options from Friday-Monday every week, 4:00 PM to close. ~~~ More local food: |
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In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, NYS of Health announced that Special Enrollment Period will now be made available for New Yorkers. Eligible individuals will be able to enroll in insurance coverage through NY State of Health through May 15, 2020. Navigators at the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island can help you enroll in a quality, affordable plan. Please call the HWCLI Healthcare Access Line at 516-505-4426 to schedule an over-the-phone appointment. |
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Mental Health Headspace.com/NY has free guided audio meditations, mindfulness exercises and sleep experiences. Life can be overwhelming right now, so be sure to look out for your mental well being. |
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Suffolk County Behavioral Health Resources |
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Support for Parents Long Island Parenting Institute is offering free video chats to any parent that needs support and answers for today's concerns. Call 631-533-5055 or email kathryn.cannino@eac-network.org to schedule a video chat with an expert. ~~~ Parents worry about their children's development even under normal circumstances, but we understand you might have particular concerns right now. This article is an excellent guide for parents raising young children through this crisis. Don't worry, parents -- you're doing a great job. |
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Coronavirus: A book for children For young kids, this may be a difficult and confusing time. Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo, has illustrated a digital book for 5 to 9-year-olds about the coronavirus and the measures taken to control it. Available to read on screen or print. |
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Support for Veterans is still available through the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project. Although they are unable to provide in-person support, they are holding online support group meetings to help veterans with a wide array of issues. Be sure to reach out for any help you may need.
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Veterans Online Support Groups Schedule
Mon Wed Fri: 12:00 PM
Tues & Thurs: 7:00 PM Meeting ID: 134 570 100 |
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Support for Caregivers The Parker Jewish Institute continues to hold phone support groups for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s/dementia.
Group tele-meeting times are as follows:
Weekdays at 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM.
Saturdays at 9:30 AM. |
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Call 917-962-0650 during any of those times, and enter code 713896. ~~~ And don’t forget the Willing Hearts Helpful Hands Virtual Programs (for the elderly, those with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and their caregivers). Click here to view the schedule for this week’s programs. Programs are at 10 AM and 3 PM each day, and including gentle exercises & memory cafés. Advanced registration is required. |
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LEISURE & LEARNING South Country Library's Online Resources: |
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Trivia Fun for All! This week’s theme is all things Star Wars! Click here to play, and submit by 9:00 PM on Tuesday April 14 to compete! |
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Relive the magic or jump in for the first time! With #HarryPotterAtHome the first book in the Harry Potter series is available to download with no wait for the entire month of April. Get it on Overdrive or through the Libby app. Available in 20+ languages text, and 10+ languages as an audiobook. |
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Friday, April 17, 3:00 - 3:40 PM |
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We're still here to help you decide What to Read Next! Click here and fill out the form to get personalized reading recommendations from a librarian by email. Tell us about what type of books you like and get customized suggestions in return! |
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Our friends over at CEED continue to encourage you to use this time to connect with, discover and appreciate nature! They have wonderful trails you can walk, just be sure to maintain appropriate social distancing while walking...you never know what you might find! |
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Did you find all of the eggs? Here's where they were hiding:
1) Star-egg on the Resume 2) Yellow-and-white egg in the Sunshine 3) Silhouetted egg under the Deer 4) Mask-imitation egg at the CDC 5) Egg in the clouds Mental Health 6) Square-spot egg at Support for Caregivers 7) A-egg at Trivia 8) Wavy egg at Wonderbook Weekends 9) Golden-scaled egg at Harry Potter 10) Fishy egg at Cornell Cooperative Extension 11) 4-block egg at Weekly Coding Series 12) Black & white egg at What to Read Next |
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South Country Library 22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818 |
Library Hours [closed until further notice] Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun (Sept-June): Noon - 4:00 pm |
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