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Library News
from South Country Library
December 14, 2021
 
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS
For any questions about adult programs, email jsalvatore@sctylib.org 
 
 
South Country Book Discussion
Register for either in-person or virtual.
 
Saturday, Jan. 15, 10:00 AM (in-person)
or
Tuesday, Jan. 18, 7:00 PM (via Zoom)
 
Bring Your Own Book!
Tell us about one of your favorite recent reads & hear suggestions from other attendees.
 
To register, click one of the links above, or call us at 631-286-0818 ext.1.
 
 
Defensive Driving
 
Registration is open for the following dates:
Saturday, January 8
Saturday, February 5
Thursday, February 24
 
All classes are from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
 
To register for one of the sessions,
come to the Reference Desk with a
$30 check or money order payable to
Empire Safety Council.
Course completion entitles you to a 10% discount on vehicle liability, personal injury protection, and collision insurance for three years; and a reduction of up to 4 points on your driving record every 18 months.
 

 
Enrichment Crafts for Adults with Differing Abilities
 
December Craft:
Epsom Salt Luminary
Create a luminary
that looks like
a snowy night.
To register, please call the Reference Desk ahead of time at (631) 286-0818 ext. 1, and have your South Country Library card on hand. We will let you know when your kit is ready to pick up. While supplies last.
 

 
Game Day Wednesday
 
All of our game clubs meet in person every Wednesday. You must now register each newsletter period & sign in each week you attend.
  • Mah-Jongg: 10 AM - 12 PM
  • Chess:         11 AM - 1 PM
  • Bridge:   12 - 2:30 PM
  • Canasta: 1 - 3:30 PM 
One or two game sets will be provided for each game,
or you may bring your own.
 
Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers
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.
Both above services provide live virtual assistance
every day from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required.

 
Résumé & Cover
Letter Assistance
from
South Country Library
 
Job & Career
Counseling
from
Patchogue-Medford Library
Past Webinars from South Country Library
  • Writing & improving your résumé
  • Searching for a job on the Internet
  • Creating & updating a LinkedIn profile
 
Emergency Broadband Internet Benefit Program
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.
 
COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance
 
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.
 
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments & Info
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.
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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your phone or tablet.
iPhone/iPad (Apple)
Android (Google Play)
 
Library Map
 
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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