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Library News
from South Country Library
July 12, 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 July Calendar
 
Click here to view the August Calendar
 

 
Registration is open for the
Children's Summer Reading Club
 
Click here to learn how you can
earn prizes just by reading!

 
July In-Person Programs
Registration for in-person programs is open now.
To check for remaining availability in...
  • Mother Goose
  • Summer Morning Toddler Storytimes
  • PlayHooray®
  • Jellyfish in a Bottle
  • Sea Scene
  • Ocean Tote Bag
  • LEGO® Club
  • Watercolor Sailboats
  • Shark Encounter!
  • Magical Mermaid Wand & Story
  • Shark Art
visit our July 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
unless otherwise indicated.
 

 
Cupcake Decorating for Kids
Monday, July 18, 10:30 - 11:00 AM
 
For children in grades K - 5 with an adult.
 
Join us at the library with Miss LaTasha of Cupcakes Galore, and learn the proper way to hold a piping bag and decorate cupcakes.
 
 
Shark Encounter!
Wednesday, July 27, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
 
For children in grades 1 - 5 with an adult.
 
Come learn about myths and facts concerning shark behavior and shark attacks. We will have items made from shark skin, plus shark jaws and teeth for kids to see and touch. Kids will also be able to talk to a shark attack survivor!
 

 
Harry Potter Week is July 25 - 30
Come to the library the last week of July to celebrate Harry Potter! Photo opportunities, activity sheets, and giveaways will be available while supplies last.
 

 
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.
 
Pool Noodle Fish Friends
Available now for registration & pick-up
For children in grades K - 5.
Celebrate the ocean with this
kit and make your own adorable fish!
 
 
Octopus Matching Busy Bag
Available now for registration & pick-up
For children ages 2 - 4 years.
Can you help the octopus become whole again? Attach the tentacles to the matching octopus.
 
Shimmery Shiny Mermaid Tail Craft
Registration & pick-up begins
Thursday, July 14
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Decorate your own mermaid tail
and make it shine!
 
Sweet Sea Otter Craft
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, July 22
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Make an adorable sea otter
out of a brown paper lunch bag!
 

 
More Free Craft Kits
Wednesdays & Saturdays
in July & August.
All ages, no registration, 
while supplies last.
 

 
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. 
 

 
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!

 
From Brainfuse HelpNow comes
the Summer Skills Camp, available
for students in grades 3 - 12.
Research shows that even spending a small amount of time on academics over the course of the summer makes a difference.
 
The purpose of the Skills Camp is not to overwhelm students with a comprehensive survey of each academic topic, but to focus on areas that are academically significant, generated the most tutoring questions over the course of the school year, and do not require a significant time commitment over summer vacation.
 
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: Closed for the Summer
 
Curbside pickup available
Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: Closed for the Summer
 
 
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