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Library News from South Country Library December 28, 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, We're hitting 2022 with a blizzard of great programs! The library will close at 1:00 PM on Friday, December 31 and reopen Monday, January 3. We hope your holidays have been filled with warmth and light. Happy New Year! ~ South Country Library |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration.
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Final December Programs Mother Goose & Ozobot® Club Winter Reading Challenge In-Person January Programs Storytimes, crafts, & more! Registration begins January 3. Craft & Activity Kits Winter Wonderland Moose Painting Toddler Pudding Paint
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January Raffle International Food Teen Trivia Science Fiction Advanced Battle of the Books Craft Kit: Mini Book Charm Local Government 101 Teen Book Club The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
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Game Day Wednesday Register for Jan & Feb Chair Yoga, Tai Chi, and Qigong Defensive Driving Health Insurance Enrollment Help Computer & Smartphone Class Adult Book Discussion Bring your own book! Enrichment Craft Rainbow Stress Ball
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Weekly Trivia Congrats to the winners of the previous games: Dee won Holiday Traditions, and Mel M won Holiday Movies!
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Open December 28 - 30 Name that Tune: 2021 With just a few seconds of music, can you name these 2021 songs?
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Open January 4 - 6 2021 Time to look back at 2021 -- how much do you remember?
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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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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
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for most other smartphones & tablets
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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.
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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® Wednesdays (date & time T.B.D.) Meetings at the library return in January. SMART Recovery® is science-based support for those with any addiction/addictive behavior to learn tools and create a personal plan for change. SMART Recovery® Family and Friends SMART Recovery® Family and Friends meetings will be available to library patrons at a nearby library (January start date, location & time T.B.D.). Learn tools to better cope with a loved one’s addictive behavior. Call us/check our website for details.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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
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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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Library notary services are unavailable at present. You may call the library for assistance in finding local notaries.
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22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713 (631) 286-0818 sctylib.org Download our app for your phone or tablet.
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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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