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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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(Las traducciones son de Google.) |
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Hello South Country Community, Then on Friday, we host the Karpenteers for a holiday concert (registration required). Earlier that day and on Saturday, drop by to have your holiday photos taken with our green screen. Happy December and Happy Hanukkah. We hope your bellies are full and your hearts are warm. ~ South Country Library P.S. These are the final two weeks to vote for us in the Best of Long Island contest! Scroll down to Education on the left, then scroll down and click on Public Library. We're fourth from the bottom. |
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Gingerbread House registration begins December 1. Pick-up is December 8 through December 11. |
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Family Holiday Movie & Pajama Party Registration begins Wednesday, December 1 Event date: Friday, December 17, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Families, join us for a pajama party as we watch The Polar Express, drink hot cocoa, & decorate cookies. Masks required. Seating is very limited -- |
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Our Black Friday Media Sale continues in the main hallway. $1 per item! DVDs, CDs, Audio Books, & cookbooks. |
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Friday, December 3, 2:00 - 8:30 PM or Saturday, December 4, 10:00 - 4:00 PM (no registration -- just drop in) |
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Get your holiday photos taken at the library! Choose from pre-selected backgrounds. Each family will receive digital images via email. No pets, please. Do not wear green as it will interfere with the screen technology. Photos will be taken by library staff, not professional photographers. |
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The Karpenteers: Christmas Collection Concert Friday, December 3, 7:00 PM, in the Library's Community Room The Karpenteers, well known for bringing you the very best music of the Carpenters since 2016, are back for a special holiday show. Featuring some of the most popular holiday songs ever performed and recorded by the Carpenters from their much-loved Christmas Collection, the Karpenteers will fill your hearts with familiar holiday memories as well as the most popular Carpenters melodies of the '70s. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Elf on the Shelf Contest In-Person Programs Gingerbread People Story & Craft, Fireplace Ornament, Mother Goose & Storytimes, and more! Craft Kits Paper Roll Dragon Santa's Beard Tie Dye Snowflakes Paper Ice Cream Sundae |
Advanced Battle of the Books Teen Trivia Community Service Holiday Photos Escape the Library Gingerbread House Ornament |
Caring for Yourself Managing Grief & Loss Ugly Sweater Workshop Adult Book Discussion This Time Next Year for adults with differing abilities Game Day Wednesday |
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Weekly Trivia Congrats to the winners of the previous games: Sharon, Richroro, and Ka tied for TV Sitcoms: 2000s and Spkrman won Name That Tune: Jukebox Hits! |
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Open November 30 - December 2 Celebrities Which states are these famous people from? |
Open December 7 - 9 Holiday Characters Do you remember which movie or show these characters are from? |
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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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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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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. |
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 Recovery® group meetings will return in the future on Tuesday evenings. Watch this space for updates! |
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Notice for OverDrive Users: Overdrive is Being Replaced |
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If you use the OverDrive app to borrow ebook & audiobooks, it's time to switch to Libby. OverDrive is being phased out; the Libby app will replace it in the coming months. |
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Most users find Libby easier to use and the same titles are available there. Need help switching over? Call or come to the library. |
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 for iPhones and iPads |
 for most other smartphones & tablets |
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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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South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID & address verification are required. Or visit our Patron Services desk at the front of the library 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. |
 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 |
Patchogue-Medford Library |
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Past Webinars from South Country Library |
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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 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 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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