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Library News
from South Country Library
November 2, 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 November Calendar
 
 
Please take our Children's Program Survey to share what kind of programming would be best for your family. Thank you!
 
 
Celebrate Young
Readers Day
Tuesday, November 9
 
For all ages through grade 5.
Bring your South Country Library Card and pick out a free book and bookmark in the Children's Dept.
No registration, while supplies last.
 
In-Person Programs for November
Registration is open for all November In-Person Programs.
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2),
or click the links below. 
Programs take place downstairs in our community room.
 
Mother Goose
Thursday, November 4, 10:00 AM
Thursday, November 18, 10:00 AM
Monday, November 29, 5:00 PM
(register individually for each session)
 
For children ages newborn - 2 years
with an adult.
Sing, say, & play along with nursery rhymes
and meet other parents/caregivers.
 
 
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:15 AM
November 9, 16, & 23
 
For children ages 18 - 35 months with an adult.
Come for stories, dancing, and fun.
 
 
Preschool Storytime
Monday, November 8, 4:30 PM
Wednesday, November 17, 5:30 PM
Tuesday, November 23, 4:00 PM
Monday, November 29, 10:30 AM
(register individually for each session)
 
For children ages 3 - 5 years with an adult.
Come hear some fun stories.
 
 
LEGO® Club
Monday, November 22, 6:30 PM
For grades K - 5
Melting Snowman
Tuesday, November 30, 6:30 PM
For 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.
 
Fall Windsock
Available now for registration & pick-up
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Create a fall-themed windsock to
hang up on a cool autumn day!
 
 
Chocolate Turkey Kits
One kit per family
Registration & pick-up begins
Wednesday, November 3
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.
 
 
Gratitude Garland
Registration & pick-up begins
Thursday, November 4
For children in grades K - 5.
 Make a decorative garland that shows what you're grateful for.
 
 
Dinovember Mosaic Kit
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, November 5
For children in grades Pre-K - 2.
Make a dinosaur from
torn construction paper.
 
 
Thanksgiving Dinner Craft
Registration and pick-up begins
Friday, November 12
For children in grades K - 5.
Create an adorable Thanksgiving
dinner out of paper.
 
 
Free Craft Kits
are available every Saturday!
All ages, no registration,
while supplies last.
  
 
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.
 
 
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.
 
 
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.
 
The Virtual Programs page is now Pre-Recorded Programs for Children. See our Children's Program Calendar Page for upcoming programs & 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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Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
 
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Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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