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Library News
from South Country Library
May 18, 2021
 
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS
Virtual programs are presented online through Zoom.
For any questions about adult programs, email jsalvatore@sctylib.org
 
All About Selling Online (Virtual)
Thursday, May 20, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Learn how to sell your “stuff” locally by using online sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Facebook Groups, and Letgo. Hear how to use their apps, create an account, price items, and use safe practices for selling locally. We'll also cover selling on Amazon, Etsy, and Poshmark. Bring your questions.
Click here to register.
 
 
 
Parent/Teen Painting Class
Saturday, May 22, 1:00 PM
Join us in our parking lot for a socially distanced art class. Enjoy spending quality time together painting two canvases that create one beautiful seascape!
Click here to register.
 
In the event of inclement weather or worsening pandemic conditions, registrants will be contacted to pick up kits.
 
 
Organic Vegetable Gardens (Virtual)
Thursday, May 27, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Learn how to grow food in your backyard. This session covers the five keys for a successful vegetable garden: location, soil preparation, plan, planting choices, and good maintenance. No green thumb needed to get started.
Click here to register.
 
 
 
Tai Chi (Virtual)
Thursday, June 3, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Jim Cummings teaches the 24 movements of the Beijing Tai Chi form. Learn the fundamental movements and theory; improve balance and overall health. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes. Click here to register.
 
 
Gardening by the Sea (Virtual)
Thursday, June 3, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
A garden by the sea requires additional attention. Which plants can tolerate salt spray, sand or sandy soil, and considerable wind? Discover the many attractive cultivars of plants, including perennials, shrubs, and grasses, which can withstand the challenges of the coastal environment. Click here to register.
 
 
 
Books & Bagels (Virtual)
Saturday, June 12, 10 – 11 AM
 
Netherland
by Joseph O’Neill
 
Abandoned when his English wife and son return to London following 9/11, Hans, a banker originally from the Netherlands, struggles to find himself until he stumbles upon the vibrant NY cricket subculture and a charismatic Gatsby-like Trinidadian.
Click here to register for the book discussion.
Large Print and Regular Print copies are available to borrow from the Reference Desk, or you may use one of the formats below.
  • E-book on Libby
  • Audiobook on Libby
 
 
  • Audiobook on Hoopla
  • Audiobook on CD
Enrichment Crafts for Adults with differing abilities
 
To register, call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card.
Please let us know of any allergies or specific accomodations needed.
 
May Craft: Bubble Wrap Stomp Painting
Use bubble wrap and paint to create a one-of-a-kind art piece. Pick-up begins May 1. While supplies last.
 
June Craft: Seashell Sensory Jars
Create your own calming sensory bottle, perfect for the summer. Pick-up begins June 1. While supplies last.
 
 
Click here to learn how to get to our YouTube page
where you can watch videos of past programs
for children and adults!
 

 
Social Work Services
 
Amy Baires is our social work intern from Stony Brook University. She can help with information, referrals, and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services, unemployment, food pantries, and more. 
 
Amy speaks English y habla español.
 
At the Library Tuesdays
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Walk-in or make an appointment
 
By Phone Wednesdays
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Make an appointment
To make an appointment, email abaires@sctylib.org
or call the library at 631-286-0818 ext. 1.
 
The Library has a Notary Public
Call for our notary's availability: 631-286-0818
Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature
 

 
SMART Recovery® Group
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
Anonymous     Age 18+
 
Join our South Country group if you are recovering from addiction and looking for support.
 
Services For Job-Seekers
 
Résumé & Cover
Letter Assistance
from
South Country Library
 
Job & Career
Counseling
from
Patchogue-Medford Library
 
 
Past Webinars from South Country Library
  • Writing & improving your résumé
  • Searching for a job on the Internet
  • Creating & updating a LinkedIn profile
 
Are you looking for the links to resources from previous issues, or want to access the pre-September 2020 issues? Click here for our storage page (en español). This page will not be updated, so some resources are or will become obsolete.
 
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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open with restrictions
Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: Closed until further notice
 
 
Curbside pickup available
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Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: Closed until further notice