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Library News from South Country Library November 30, 2021 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Two computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Department. Some toys and games are also available for play. |
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Registration begins Wednesday, December 1 Register by phone at 631-286-0818 x1 or in-person. NO online registration. Free, one per family. |
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After registration, your kit will be available for pick-up starting Wednesday, December 8. Kit must be picked up by Saturday, December 11, or it will go to a family on the waitlist. |
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Elf on the Shelf Contest through Thursday, December 23 For children up through 5th grade. Twinkle the Elf is in the library! |
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Twinkle will hide in the Children's Department and move around each night. If your child finds Twinkle and tells a Children's Librarian, they will be entered into a raffle! One entry per child per day allowed. Winner will be randomly selected. |
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In-Person Programs for December Registration starts on Wednesday December 1. Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or click the links below. Programs take place downstairs in our community room. |
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Gingerbread People Story & Craft Ages 2.5 - 5 years with an adult. Hear a story and make a cute paper gingerbread person. |
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Fireplace Ornament Grades 3 - 5. Create a holiday ornament that looks like a fireplace. |
Holiday Storytime & Craft Grades Pre-K - 2 with an adult. Enjoy some holiday stories & make a simple craft. |
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Winter Snow Globe Grades 3 - 5. Create your own snow globe using various craft items. |
Ozobot® Club Grades 2 - 5. Control a little robot with a flick of a marker! |
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Mother Goose For children ages newborn - 2 years with an adult. Sing, say, & play along with nursery rhymes and meet other parents/caregivers. |
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Toddler Storytime For children ages 18 - 35 months with an adult. Come for stories, dancing, and fun. |
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Preschool Storytime For children ages 3 - 5 years with an adult. Come hear some fun stories. |
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Take-Home 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. |
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Paper Roll Dragon Kit For children in grades K - 3. Make a fiery dragon to fight back the coming winter! |
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Countdown to Christmas Craft Santa Beard All ages, no registration, while supplies last. Count the days to Christmas by adding to Santa's beard each day. |
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Tie Dye Snowflakes Kit For children in grades K - 5. Make some colorful snowflakes to brighten up winter! |
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Ice Cream Craft For children in grades Pre-K - 5. Make a delicious looking sundae craft! |
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Santa Extravaganza! This in-person program takes place on For all ages, no registration. Meet Santa in a low-key environment. Kids can play or do a craft until they feel comfortable enough to approach Santa. Be sure to bring your phone or camera! We'll have crafts, games, a scavenger hunt, and bags of Magic Reindeer Food. |
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Sorry, for safety we will not be serving hot cocoa & cookies this year. |
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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. |
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Free Craft Kits are available every Saturday! All ages, no registration, while supplies last. |
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Don't forget about our Free Downloadables for Kids! |
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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. |
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Does your child need homework or testing help? Brainfuse has live tutoring hours daily from 2-11 PM. |
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If you need assistance affording broadband (fast & reliable) internet, click above to learn more about eligibility & apply. Note: This temporary assistance program is provided by the 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. |
provided by Suffolk Dept. of Health Services. Vaccines are available for everyone age 5 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 sctylib.org Download our app for your phone or tablet. |
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 pmSun: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm |
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