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Library News
from South Country Library
June 14, 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 June Calendar
 
Click here to view the July Calendar
 

 
Where's Nemo Contest
 
All during June, children who find the clown fish hidden in the Children's Deptartment will be entered into a raffle to win a big squishy Nemo!
One entry per child, per day.
 

 
Registration for the
Children's Summer
Reading Club
opens on Friday, July 1
at the Children's Desk.
 
 

 
In-Person June Programs
Registration for in-person programs opens at the beginning of each month. To check for remaining availability in...
  • Mother Goose
  • Toddler Storytime
  • Ribbit Ribbit! Story & Craft
  • Accordion Paper Fish
  • Watermelon Seed Story & Craft
  • 4th of July Story & Craft
  • Chalk Popsicles
  • Deep Sea Circus with Petra Puppets
  • Pajama Storytime
visit our June In-Person Programs page here.
 
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. Programs take place downstairs in our community room.
 

 
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.

 
Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits
Kits are available for pick-up as soon as registration begins, while supplies last. Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 x2), or online.
 
Bug Craft
Available now for pick-up
All ages, no registration, while supplies last. Design some bugs!
 
 
 
DIY Fruit Fans
Available now for registration & pick-up
For children in grades K - 3.
Make fruit fans that are perfect for cooling off for the upcoming summer months.  
 
Puzzle Busy Bag
Available now for registration & pick-up
For toddlers ages 2 - 4 years.
Mix and match animals to create a puzzle.
 
 
Dress Up Cat Mask
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, June 17
For children in grades K - 5.
Create a dress up cat mask
for pretend play.
 
Baby Outdoor Play Kit
Registration & pick-up begins
Wednesday, June 22
For babies newborn - 24 months.
Pick up a fun kit containing a bubble wand, a sensory ball, and some rhymes.
 
 
Swimming Fish Craft
Registration & pick-up begins
Thursday, June 23
For children in grades K - 5.
Just keep swimming with this
adorable fish collage! 
 

 
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 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 practical tips and activities for children from before birth to age eight.
Available in English or Spanish. 
To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448.
Learn more at Bright by Text's website.
 
 
Visit 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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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
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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