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Library News
from South Country Library
October 19, 2021
 
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES
 
Two computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Dept.
Some toys and games are also available for play.
Click here to view the October Calendar
Click here to view the November Calendar
 
 
Please take our Children's Program Survey to share what kind of programming would be best for your family. Thank you!
 
 
In-Person Programs for October
Registration is open for all October In-Person Programs
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. 
Programs take place downstairs in our community room.
 
 
Paint Tape Resist Name Art
Wednesday, October 20, 6:30 PM
For children in grades 3 - 5.
Create your name on a canvas!
 
 
Mother Goose 
Thursday, October 21, 10:00 AM
For children ages newborn - 2 years with an adult. Sing and play along with Mother Goose, and meet other parents and caregivers.
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, October 21, 4:00 PM
3 - 5 years with an adult
 
LEGO® Club
Monday, October 25, 6:30 PM
Grades K - 5
 
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, October 26, 10:15 AM
18 - 36 months with an adult
 
Peek-a-BOO!
Thursday, October 28, 10:00 AM
Newborn - 3 years with an adult
 
 
In-Person Programs for November
Registration opens Monday, November 1.
Register in-person or by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2)
Mother Goose
 Thur. 11/4, 10:00 AM
Thur. 11/18, 10:00 AM
Mon. 11/29, 5:00 PM
Toddler Storytime
Tues. 11/9
Tues. 11/16
Tues. 11/22 
all at 10:15 AM
Preschool Storytime
 Mon. 11/8, 4:30 PM
Wed. 11/17, 5:30 PM
Tues. 11/23, 4:00 PM
Mon. 11/29, 10:30 AM
LEGO® Club
Mon. 11/22 at 6:30 PM
Grades K-5
Melting Snowman
Tues. 11/30 at 6:30 PM
Grades K-5
 
 
Craft & Activity Kits
Kits are available for pick-up as soon as registration begins.
Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online.
November crafts must be registered in person or by phone.
 
Magnus Glider
Registration and pick-up begins
Friday, October 15.
For children in grades 2 - 5.
Using household items, children will make a glider that will sail through the air.
 
 
Coffee Filter Bat
Registration and pick-up begins
Friday, October 22.
For children in grades K - 5.
Let's get spooky with a fun bat craft! 
 
 
Chocolate Turkey Kits
One kit per family
Registration and pick-up begins
Monday, November 1.
For all ages through grade 5.
Get a chocolate-making kit created by
The Chocolicious Chocolatier.
Kit can be picked up upon registration, and must be picked up by Nov. 9. After that, unclaimed kits will go to families on the wait list.
For those with food allergies, we urge you
to check the ingredients and use caution.
 
 
Fall Windsock
Registration and pick-up begins
Tuesday, November 2.
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Create a fall-themed windsock to
hang up on a cool autumn day!
 
 
 
New Concept Kits Every Wednesday
For children ages 2.5 - 5 years.
Pick up a concept kit to
help with early learning.
Contains worksheets and a craft on
a particular concept or letter.
No registration, while supplies last.
 
 
Free Craft Kits
are available every Saturday!
All ages, no registration,
while supplies last.
  
 
Don't forget about our Free Downloadables for Kids!
Your child can access ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, movies, tv shows, and music, all with a library card. Read more and explore the options
on our website.
 
 
Bright by Text
 
Families and other caregivers can
receive free text messages with easy,
practical tips and activities for children
from before birth to age eight.
 
Available in English or Spanish.
 
To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448.
Visit Bright by Text's website to learn more.
 
The Virtual Programs page is now Pre-Recorded Programs for Children. See our Children's Program Page for in-person programs and take-home kits. And be sure to follow us on Facebook!
 
Does your child need homework or testing help? Brainfuse has live tutoring hours daily from 2-11 PM.
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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Library Hours
Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
 
Curbside pickup available
for borrowing / for printing
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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