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Library News
from South Country Library
January 25, 2022
 
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 Department.
Some toys and games are also available for play.
Click here to view the January Calendar
Click here to view the February Calendar
 

 
Winter Reading Challenge
Newborn - 5th Grade
Register in person at the Children's Desk and complete fun reading challenges to earn a prize! From now through February 28.
 
 
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Newborn - Pre-K
Register in person at the Children's Desk. Read books to your child at your own pace and earn prizes.
 

 
In-person January 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.
Wooden Star Craft
Saturday, January 29, 10:30 AM
3 - 5 years with an adult
Mother Goose
Monday, January 31, 4:30 PM
Newborn - 2 years with an adult
 

 
Registration for In-person February Programs
begins Tuesday, February 1, at 9:30 AM
 
Click here for the complete list
of February in-person programs
 
Programs include storytimes, crafts, and more.
 

 
Clifford the Big Red Dog Contest
During all of February,
for newborns - 5th graders.
 
Clifford will be in the Children's Department during February.
Can you find where he is?
Tell a Children's Librarian when you find him and we'll enter you in a raffle.
 
One randomly-selected child will win their own Clifford! One entry per child per day.
 

 
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.
 
 
What Would Piggie & Elephant Say?
Registration opens Tuesday, January 25
For children in grades K - 5. 
Do you love Mo Willems' Piggie & Elephant books? We'll give you cut-outs of Piggie & Gerald and more. You imagine what silly things they're doing and saying! 
 
 
Winter Cardinal
Registration opens Thursday, January 27
For children in grades Pre-K - 2.
Create a beautiful winter cardinal! 
 
 
Baby Play Kit
Registration opens Friday, January 28
For newborn - 24 months.
Get a play scarf, stackable cups,
and suggestions for play.  
 
 
Heart Magnet Kit
Registration opens Wednesday, February 2
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Decorate a wooden heart
with a pre-attached magnet.
 
 
Chocolate Valentine Kit
Registration opens Thursday, February 3
For newborn - 5th grade.
Kit includes chocolate and molds
to make Valentine chocolate.
One kit per family. Kits must be picked up by Thursday, February 10 or they will be given to families on the waiting list.
 
 
Valentine's Day Craft
Pickup Friday, February 4
Share your love with someone special.
All ages, no registration,
while supplies last.
 
 

 
 
Heart Garland
Registration opens Monday, February 7
For children in grades K - 5.
Make a string of colorful hearts
that you can hang up.
 

 
Kids Birthdays
 
We love to make kids feel
special for their birthday!
 
During your child's birthday month, let us know at the Children's Desk so we can put their name on a paper candle on the bulletin board birthday cupcake, and give them a birthday sticker. 
 

 
Free Museum Passes
 
The Library offers free passes to participating museums around
Long Island and New York City.
Click here to learn more!
 
 
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.
 
 
Free Craft Kits
are available every Saturday!
All ages, no registration,
while supplies last.
  
 
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.
 
 
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.
 
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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Sun: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
 
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Sun: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
 
 
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