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Library News
from South Country Library
August 9, 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 August Calendar
 

 
August In-Person Programs
To check for availability in our August in-person programs
  • Mother Goose
  • Salt Dough Starfish
  • Pajama Storytime
  • LEGO® Club
  • Meet the Little Mermaid
  • Train Time at the Long Island Live Streamers
  • Pirate Ship Scene
  • Preschool Readiness
  • It's Pizza Time at Cafe Costello
  • PlayHooray®
  • Decorate Your Initial
  • Pajamas and a Movie
  • Backstage Pass to the Gateway Playhouse
  • Seashell Art
To check for availability in these programs,
visit our August 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.
 

 
Featured In-Person Programs
 
Pajama Storytime
Thursday, August 11, 6:30 - 7:00 PM
 
For children ages 3 - 5.
Children will attend independently.
Come to the library in your pajamas to listen to stories, sing songs, and shake the sillies out! Bring your favorite cuddly buddy. Click here to register.
 
 
Pirate Ship Scene
Tuesday, August 16, 4:00 - 4:30 PM
 
For children in grades 1 - 5.
Create a scene featuring a pirate ship sailing in shark-infested waters!
Click here to register.
 
 
Preschool Readiness
Wednesday, August 17, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
 
For children ages 2 - 5 with an adult.
Enjoy this fun school readiness program by A Time for Kids featuring music, movement, fine and gross motor skill development and storytelling. Click here to register.
 

 
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.
 
 
Under the Sea Lacing Busy Bag
Available now for registration & pick-up
For children ages 2 - 4 years.
Lace fun sea-themed shapes to help build motor and visual skills.
 
 
Silly Stickers Craft
Registration & pick-up begins
Tuesday, August 23
For children ages 2.5 - 5 years.
Create a fun scene using the stickers provided. 
 
 
Flying Spaceship
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, August 26
For children in grades K - 2.
A paper craft that will blast off with a colorful spaceship and yarn.
 

 
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 a small amount of time spent 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
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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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