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Library News
from South Country Library
September 21, 2021
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
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Hello South Country Community,
As September wraps up with an assortment of programs for any age, our busy October schedule will include the Great Give Back and much more. On October 1, register for our Family Pumpkin Painting Party. Come to the library on Saturday evening, October 9, for '80s music live outdoors. Details are below. Plus, mark your calendar for our Halloween Green Screen Photos at the library on Saturday, October 30.
We have a social work intern available for those in need of assistance -- find the details below the Weekly Trivia.
Happy Autumn!
~ South Country Library
P.S. We're now open on Sundays from 12:00 - 4:00 PM.
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October is the month of The Great Give Back
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Friday, October 1 is the registration date for our
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Saturday, October 23
12:30 - 2:00 PM
in the library parking lot
Limited tables -- be sure to call us to
register on October 1: (631) 286-0818
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Join us for fall fun! Enjoy some music to get you in the autumn spirit while you paint pumpkins. We’ll provide supplies for each family’s use and there will be several other tricks and treats to enjoy.
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Outdoor Concert The Ronald Reagans
Big '80s Show
Saturday, October 9, 7:00 - 8:15 PM
in the library's front parking lot.
Free, no registration required!
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From the big hair to the bodacious '80s-inspired costumes, The Ronald Reagans take their audiences back to the most radical decade ever...the 1980s!
The Big '80s Show is a family-friendly performance of the most authentic, note-for-note recreations of the chart-topping pop, new wave, and rock hits of the '80s.
The library will provide a limited amount of chairs; feel free to bring your own and/or blankets. In case of rain, the show will be canceled.
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Please click an age group for program details & registration,
or click the program links to jump straight to registration.
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus Contest
In-Person Programs
Fall Leaf Painting,
Preschool Storytime,
Mother Goose, & more!
Craft & Activity Kits
Baby Music,
Paint a Porcupine,
Unicorn Bookmarks,
& more!
Saturday Craft Kits
Free Downloadables
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Craft Kits
In-person Craft Day
Movie Watch Party
(Virtual with Netflix)
To All the Boys I've Loved Before
Teen Book Club
(in-person & virtual)
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Healthy Eating for Busy People
Electric Cars
Savvy Sighteer Video
Southwestern Italy
Smarter Social Secuity
Enrichment Crafts
Bubble Wrap Painting
& Pumpkin Spiders
for adults with
differing abilities
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Weekly Trivia
Congrats to the winners of the previous games:
Dani & Allagash tied for Who Said That?
& Zack won for Video Games!
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Open September 21 - 23
Musicians
Can you name these
famous musicians from
their photos alone?
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Open September 28 - 30
Schitt's Creek (the TV show)
How much do you know about
the Rose family and the
town of Schitt's Creek?
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Each game is available to the first twenty participants,
and closes at 9:00 PM on the last day.
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Raeanne Harris 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.
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Tuesdays
5:00 - 8:45 PM
at the library.
Walk-in or make an appointment.
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or call the library at 631-286-0818 ext. 1.
SMART Recorvery® group meetings will return in the future
on Tuesday evenings. Watch this space for updates!
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Our Give or Take Food Pantry
is located in the lobby, and available for those in need to obtain food items anytime the library is open.
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We have a bin in the lobby where you can donate non-perishable food to help keep the pantry stocked. Thank you for your generosity!
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The Library has a Notary Public
Call for our notary's availability: 631-286-0818
Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature
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September is National Library Card Month
South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID & address verification are required.
You can also visit our Patron Services desk at the front for the same service.
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Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers
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Helps veterans and their families navigate the VA bureaucracy, provides academic tutoring, and assists with employment transition.
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Provides various tools to help with every step of the job search including résumé assistance, interview preparation, and career planning.
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Both above services provide live virtual assistance every day
from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required.
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from
South Country Library
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Patchogue-Medford Library
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Past Webinars from South Country Library
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Rent Assistance & Internet Access
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Assistance ProgramIf you need rental assistance and have lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic, click above to learn more about eligibility & apply.
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If you need assistance affording broadband (fast & reliable) internet, click above to learn more about eligibility & apply.
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Note: These temporary assistance programs are provided by the state and federal government, not South Country Library.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance
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COVID-19 Vaccination
Appointment Assistance for Seniors age 60+.
Call Reference for assistance
631-286-0818 ext. 1.
We cannot guarantee we'll be able to get you an appointment. Vaccinations do not take place at the library. South Country Library cardholders only.
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provided by Suffolk Dept. of Health Services.
Vaccines are available for everyone age 12 and older at vaccination clinics around the county and at home for people confined to their homes.
Visit the above link or call 311.
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22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713 (631) 286-0818
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Library Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Curbside pickup available
Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
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