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Library News
from South Country Library
August 23, 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
 
Click here to view the September Calendar
 

 
August In-Person Programs
To check for availability in remaining August in-person programs, visit our registration page here.
 

 
September In-Person Programs
Registration for the Children's In-Person September programs opens at 9:30 AM on Thursday, September 1.
View the programs here, and look below for
September contests and craft kits!
 

 
September Contests
 
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
During the whole month of September
The pigeon is driving a school bus in the Children's Department. Kids can find him, tell a librarian, and be entered into a raffle. One entry per child per day. The winner will be randomly selected.
 
 
 
National Read a Book Day
Tuesday, September 6, all day
Kids who get caught reading in the Children's Department will receive a sticker and get entered into a raffle!
The winner will be randomly selected.
 

 
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.
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.
 
 
Alphabet Kit
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, September 2
For children ages 1 - 5 years.
We want to help your child with early literacy. This kit includes coloring sheets, an alphabet border, and a simple alphabet book to help your child practice the alphabet with you.
 
 
Visit our Children's Program Calendar Page for upcoming programs & take-home kits. And be sure to follow us on Facebook!

 
More Free Craft Kits
Wednesdays & Saturdays
in July & August.
In September, we return
to Saturdays only.
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.
 

 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.
 
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 through 9/4
 
Curbside pickup available
Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: Closed through 9/4
 
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