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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 TEENS
These programs are intended for teens in grades 6 - 12 only.
Click here to view the August Calendar
 
Click here to view the September Calendar

 
Sign up for a
BOOK BOX!
 
Get a box with
a book to borrow
& goodies to keep
 
Let us pick out your next read!
Based on your likes and dislikes, we'll choose a library book for you to check out, and fill a box with themed goodies. Return the library book -- keep the rest. August theme: Superheroes
September theme: Back to School
 
 
August Raffle:
Superheroes (& Villains!)
Play our monthly raffle for a chance to win candy! For August -- can you name these iconic Marvel & DC characters? Play in-person in the Teen Department or virtually here.
 
 

 
Volunteer Opportunities
 
Bookmarks for the Homebound
Thursday, September 8, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Stop by the YA Department to make bookmarks for our homebound patrons who cannot come to the library. Participants will receive 1 hour of community service credit. Click here to register.
 
 
Letters to Seniors
Thursday, September 15, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Let's brighten the day of our local seniors by writing uplifting letters! We'll gather in the YA area to decorate and write cards, which will then be dropped off at a local retirement facility. Each teen that attends will receive 1 hour of community service credit. Click here to register.
 
Click here for more community service opportunities for teens.
 

 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.
 
 
 
 
Résumé & Cover
Letter Assistance
from
South Country Library
 
Job & Career
Counseling
from
Patchogue-Medford Library
 
Internet Connection/Connected Devices
If you need assistance to afford broadband (fast & reliable) internet service and internet connected devices, click here to see if you're eligible to apply to the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Note: This assistance program is provided by the federal government, not South Country Library.
 
 
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments & Info
provided by Suffolk Dept. of Health Services.
Vaccines are available for everyone age 6 months and older at vaccination clinics around the county and at home for people confined to their homes.
Visit the above link or call 311.
 
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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Library Map
 
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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