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South Country Library Weekly Update July 25, 2020 |
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And...you might not be ecstatic about this, but you oughta know -- we've shifted our entire collection around. We promise it wasn't just to confuse you. Here's the new map, so you can familiarize yourself, and you can also depend on the signage at the ends of each shelf while you're browsing. Of course, you may also ask one of us for help! A few basics: Mysteries have now been interfiled with the rest of Fiction, in ABC-order by author's last name. Large Print books are where Mysteries used to be, in the back by the tutoring rooms. Audiobooks are to the left, closer to the Reference Desk. Language and College & Careers have been moved to the wing where Large Print used to be. And back up front, Fiction and Non-Fiction have switched sides entirely. Looks, there's plenty of good new stuff below, but we've blathered on enough up here -- we encourage you to scroll leisurely while sipping something cold and delicious. See you next week! ~ South Country Library |
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KEEP IN TOUCH WITH THE LIBRARY PHONE & WEB-CHAT
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WEAR MASKS & KEEP DISTANT
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To request items (books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, BluRay) and reserve a pick-up slot, call us at 631-286-0818. |
Click the link, fill out the form, and attach your file. We'll print the item and call you to schedule a pick-up. (SC Patrons only) |
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Download the Library App for your Phone or Tablet! Search for South Country Library in your app store or use these links: |
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 South Country Library around the Web |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES We had a suggestion that we have a Zoom discussion group for parents with babies born before or during the quarantine. Do you fall in that category? Email childrens@sctylib.org and if we have enough interested families, we'll set something up. |
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Families: You can get a free
Recommended for grades K - 5
call 631-286-0818 ext. 2 to reserve a kit, while supplies last. |
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Includes activity sheets, crayons, a card game and a top you can decorate. Also includes small dinosaur erasers, which are a choking hazard for little ones. The kits can be picked up at the Children’s Desk, or call to arrange curbside delivery with a Children’s Librarian. |
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If you have been reading for our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program, you can now come to the Children's Desk and get your prizes! (remember to bring the 1000 books sheet) If you haven't signed up and you have a child younger than Kindergarten level, you can sign up at the Children’s Desk, or call 631-286-0818 ext. 2 for details. |
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Each challenge completed counts as 20 mins worth of reading for your child's reading log. Haven't signed up yet? You can sign up online, over the phone, or in-person at the Children’s Desk. |
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Virtual Storytime Mondays at 4:00 PM |
Folktale Fridays Fridays at 4:00 PM |
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Take-Home Craft Kits Wednesdays, 9:45 AM - 8:30 PM Saturdays, 9:45 AM - 4:30 PM Pick up a fun craft kit to do at home! No appointment necessary; kits will be near the library entrance. |
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Would your child like to get a personalized letter or postcard from one of our children's librarians? Click here for details. |
 *Only available for kids living in the South Country School District |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS |
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Do you have a guitar that is just sitting there collecting dust? Well, it's finally time to begin your musical journey. In this class you will obtain a rock solid foundation to go from absolute beginner to actually playing the guitar.
Join professional guitarist Chris Fury who will coach you through the basics live during this virtual class. There will be time for Q&A throughout, so grab your guitars and let’s rock! |
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Friday July 31, 10:00 - 11:00 AM  This ancient, evidence-based Chinese healing art consists of gentle, low impact exercises which provide many benefits including lowered blood pressure, increased bone density, balance and coordination. Instructor Tom Linden is certified by the Center for Taiji Studies. Click here to register. |
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Yoga with Nick and Lillian Monday August 3, 6:00 - 7:15 PM A holistic approach. Begins with standing poses to breathe, steady the mind, and align and flex the body. Introduces seated poses then twists and more. Geared for beginners; more experienced will deepen their practice. Not suitable while pregnant or with medical conditions. |
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To register, email jsalvatore@sctylib.org with the subject “Yoga”. You'll soon receive a reply confirming registration. A link to access the program requested will be provided 24-hours before it begins. |
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Instructor Sarah Gutmann shares tips and tricks on how to get started building your family tree. Explore the Ancestry.com database, which is free through the library and accessible from home through the month of August. Click here to register. |
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You will receive a confirmation email with info about joining the meeting. Email jsalvatore@sctylib.org with any questions. |
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Have you been keeping up with your reading for our Adult Summer Reading Club? If you want to enter your earned points for this week's prize ($75 gift certificate to Avino's) you have until this Sunday evening. |
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Call us at 631-286-0818 -- we’ll take your name & library card number, discuss what seeds you’d prefer, & arrange a time for pick-up. Limit 2 packs per visit. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS |
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Loki: Where Mischief Lies
Mon July 27, 2:00 - 3:00 PM |
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Sign up for Craft Kits! Each kit contains instructions and necessary materials. Click here to register or call 631-286-0818. Everyone who registers will be contacted to arrange pickup of the kit. |
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Friday July 31, 6:30 PM Join Ms Kathleen for a Netflix Watch Party! |
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To join the fun, you'll need Google Chrome, a Netflix account, & the Netflix party extension. The link to join will be sent to all who register. |
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Coming up next week... 7:00 - 8:00 PM  South Country Library teens, gear up to battle Brookhaven Free Library in a virtual trivia event! Prize awarded to the nerd who answers the most trivia correctly. Register here or call 631-286-0818 |
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Recent texts from COVIDSUFFOLK: (to subscribe, text COVIDSUFFOLK to 67283) |
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NYS Coronavirus Hotline: 1-888-364-3065 |
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ALSO: New NY Benefit for Parents with Students on Free/Reduced School Lunch |
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If you have a student who was receiving free or reduced-price school meals, you should automatically receive a new benefit called Pandemic-EBT on your EBT card, Medicaid card, or you will receive a new EBT card in the mail. Please educate yourself about this new resource: |
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Applications must be received by Thursday July 30 Tenants do NOT need to be behind on their rent or at risk of eviction to qualify. To qualify for help, applicants must meet the following requirements: - Primary residence of New York State.
- Household income below a certain level before March 1, 2020
- More than 30% of gross monthly income paid for rent before March 1 and now.
- Lost income between April 1, 2020 to July 31.
Qualifying households are eligible for up to 4-months of rent subsidies equal to the increase in their rent burden. The payments are made directly to the applicant's landlord and do not need to be re-paid. |
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Through Zoom, participants can discuss health and community resource-related questions with a group of healthcare professionals and interns from the Stony Brook Medicine Healthy Libraries Program.
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Please note: The sessions are informal and not designed to provide a diagnosis or medical advice. Remaining Meeting Dates: July 28th & Aug 11th, 7:00 - 8:00 PM |
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Upcoming free online programs from the Katz Institute for Women's Health & Baby University |
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Wednesday July 29 10:00 - 10:30 AM Women's health experts discuss health and wellness topics every week. |
Tuesday July 28 7:00 - 9:30 PM Introduces the basics of breastfeeding and prepares expectant parents for a healthy breastfeeding relationship with their baby. More programs here. |
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If you are a US Veteran who was discharged honorably, receive regular income within a certain range, and are or will soon be in need of housing, you may qualify for Habitat Suffolk's Veterans Build in Bellport. |
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Online & Free Call 631-451-8011 to sign up for any or all of these sessions. Get set up for success after learning important tips regarding looking for a job, applying for a job and building a resume, the interview process, and more. Programs run through the week of August 10 -- sign up today! |
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SUPPORT FOR CAREGIVERS OF ELDERS & THOSE WITH DEMENTIA/ALZHEIMER'S |
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hosted by The Bristal Assisted Living Mondays at 7:00 PM -- July 13, 20, & 27 Schedule through August 2 |
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Includes social and educational webinars covering early-to-late state Alzheimer's. Programs for the months of July and August. Register for all programs by calling (800) 272-3900 (the registration links in the document do not function) |
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Thursdays 10 AM Supportive weekly virtual (Zoom) conversation led by Veronica, social worker at Middle Country Library.
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Wednesdays 7 PM Our SMART group meets virtually (Zoom). Join us if you or someone you know is recovering from addiction and looking for support.
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Feeling lonely or isolated? Weekly companionship is available through your phone. To connect, call 631-346-6052, Mon-Fri 9-5.
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Free guided audio meditations, mindfulness exercises, & sleep experiences |
NYS COVID-19 EMOTIONAL SUPPORT HELPLINE 1-844-863-9314 8 AM - 10 PM daily |
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RESPONSIBILITIES & SMART CHOICES |
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CALL THE HEALTH & WELFARE COUNCIL OF LI FOR HELP: 516-505-4426 |
WEAR A MASKWHEN IN PUBLIC & WHEN YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN SOCIAL DISTANCING. |
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HELP SUFFOLK PD FIGHT SCAMMERS CALL 631-852-SCAM (7226) TO REPORT AN ATTEMPT |
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TOWN OF BROOKHAVEN MEALS-ON-WHEELS FOR SENIORS 60+ CALL COUNCILMAN LOGUERCIO'S OFFICE 631-451-6989 |
FOOD INSECURE? (formerly Food Stamps) GET HELP SIGNING UP FROM ISLAND HARVEST 631-873-4775 |
associated with Island Harvest CALL BEFORE VISITING TO CONFIRM HOURS & SUPPLY. |
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SUPPORT FOR YOU, SUPPORT FOR YOUR NEIGHBORS |
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SUPPORT FOR FIRST RESPONDERS & ESSENTIAL WORKERS Family Service League offers free 24/7 mental health resources to help first responders & essential workers affected by the COVID-19 crisis. CALL 631-952-3333 |
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Tuesdays from 2-4 PM. 631-533-2238 |
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PERSONAL FINANCE & BUSINESS
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FROM SUFFOLK COUNTY FORWARD |
FROM SOUTH COUNTRY LIBRARY |
FROM PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD LIBRARY |
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PAST WEBINARS FROM THE LIBRARY: |
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You've heard of Napoleon, and you might be able to name a play by Shakespeare. But are you a true Europhile? Take the challenge of this week's trivia to find out! Click here & enter game pin 06828327. The game closes at 9:00 PM, Tuesday. |
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The winner of last week's food trivia was Bobbieg! |
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Parents -- are the kids looking for something to do? |
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Kids need to see themselves in books, and people different from them, too.
The Children's Department is showcasing these books in a collection-series titled Reflections of Us. |
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PARKS, BEACHES, MARINAS, & TRAILS Remember to practice social distancing! |
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Parks, beaches, and marinas Parks, beaches (Smith Pt & Cupsogue), marinas, camping, and golf |
Includes Post-Morrow and historic sites
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"HMM, WHAT SHOULD I READ NEXT?" |
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YOUNG LEARNER'S AREA (grown-ups welcome too!) |
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LEARN, STUDY, COLLABORATE, FOR GRADES K-12 & ADULT LEARNERS VIDEOS, GAMES, & CRAFTS FOCUSED ON LI MARINE LIFE, FOR K-12 |
FUN, EDUCATIONAL GAMES ON MANY TOPICS, FOR GRADES K-12 EDUCATIONAL & FUN APP FOR MOBILE DEVICES, FOR AGES 2-7 |
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SO MANY BOOKS, SO MANY STORY TIMES!
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South Country Library 22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818 |
Library Hours open with restrictions Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Sun: Closed by-appointment curbside Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Sun: Closed |
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Archives of past Weekly Emails. Formatted by date, followed by highlights, and then links in English and Spanish. July 18 - Restricted opening, online job workshops for youth, Know-Your-Rights Immigration hotline, beach scavenger hunt, Children's Department books on mental health and kids with disabilities. July 11 - Children's Department survey, take-home crafts for Children & Teens, public health & support for elders/caregivers, magic scavenger hunt. July 4 - "We Wear Masks", tracking your child's milestones, Narcan training, Beach Reads for Summer 2020, Guinness World Records at Home. June 27 - Summer Reading, free food for seniors in need, phone connections for seniors feeling isolated, PBS: Using children's books to talk about race & racism, continued credit-free viewing on Kanopy. June 20 - Curbside printing, Bright by Text (text support for parents), NY Times Hub on Personal Finance during Coronavirus, books on learning to be anti-racist, Summer 2020 on LI affordable virtual activities & take-home kits, Ancestry access extention. June 13 - Curbside pick-up, Alzheimer's/dementia support, hurricane preparedness, Katz coffee hour videos, children's books on African-Americans' fight for equality, and LGBTQ literature and programs. June 6 - Library mobile app, Island Harvest food distribution for seniors, Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism from CNN & Sesame Street. May 30 - Library Building Reopening Plan, Suffolk County NY Forward (job board), JK Rowling's The Ickabog, book list from the NY Times. May 23 - Weekly Social Hour with Veronica, blood donations needed, Dress for Success Brookhaven, celebrity readings of James & The Giant Peach and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. May 16 - Library card & item expiration-dates extended, nutrition & emergency-preparedness classes, legal assistance & scam hotline, binocular craft, graphic novels for kids, local walking tour. May 9 - NYS contact tracing, FSL support for first responders & essential workers, Red Cross support for families of those who have died from COVID-19, kids scavenger hunt, science experiment, marinas opening. May 2 - Domestic violence, child care scholarship tuition for essential-worker parents, CNN/Sesame Street Coronavirus Town Hall, free audiobooks & graphic novels for teens, trails & parks update. April 25 - 2019 numbers, crisis hotlines, Quarantunes, activities from Children's Dept. April 18 - Seed library, Relax & Connect, SMART recovery, rumor-control, job & career counseling, assistance for immigrants & refugees, South Country oral histories, activities from Children's Dept. April 11 - Resume assistance, Sunshine Letter for kids, donating to LI Community Hospital, assistance from Island Harvest and United Way, health insurance, mental health, parenting help, support for veterans, audiobook storytimes, K-12 marine life education from Cornell, virtual Easter egg hunt. April 4 - Creativebug, cards for Mather Hospital, Unemployment Insurance & Pandemic Unemployment Assistance, Suffolk Business Recovery Unit, parenting help, defensive driving online courses, storytimes, The Gateway, osprey cams. March 28 - Spring reading challenge, Census, ongoing food assistance, scam info, daycare, K-12 at home, PBS videos, storytimes, Ancestry, and The Great Courses. March 21 - Utilities, daycare, our Facebook book club, library Concerts, storytimes, and many of our online apps & services. |
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