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Library News
from South Country Library
October 4, 2022
 
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES
 
Four computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Department.
Some toys and games are also available for play.
View the printable October Calendar
 


 
Monster Scavenger Hunt
Now through the end of October
 
For children up through grade 5.
Ask for a scavenger checklist at the Children's Desk and find the monster pictures hidden throughout the Children's Department. Find them all and get a sticker!
 

 
October In-Person Programs
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. Programs take place downstairs in our community room
unless otherwise indicated. 
  • Mystery Story & Craft series
  • Shake, Rattle & Read series
  • PlayHooray®
  • Kids Halloween Movie
  • Toddler Storytime series
  • Playpalooza! series
  • LEGO® Club
  • Creepy Watercolor Spiderwebs
  • Little Monster Story & Craft
  • Not-So-Scary Storytime & Craft
  • Peek-a-BOO!
  • Paper Roll Monster
To check for availability in these programs,
visit our October In-Person Programs page here.
 

 
* * * Featured In-Person Programs * * *
 
Hanging Bats
Tuesday, October 11, 7:00 - 7:30 PM
For children in grades 3 - 5.
 
We will make upside down hanging bats to add to your Halloween decorations and read a Halloween tale.
Click here to register.
 
 
Storytime & Hike at CEED
Saturday, October 15, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
287 South Country Road, Brookhaven
Transportation is not provided.
 
For children in grades Pre-K - 5
with an adult. Join us at the
Center for Environmental Education
and Discovery for a nature storytime
and a guided walk afterwards.
Click here to register.
 
 
Pajama Storytime
Tuesday, October 18, 6:00 - 6:30 PM
 
For children ages 3 - 4 years, independently. Come to the library in your pajamas to listen to stories, sing songs, and shake your sillies out!
Bring your favorite cuddly buddy.
Children will attend independently.
Click here to register.
 

 
Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits
Registration for each craft kit opens on the date indicated.
Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 x2), or online.
 
Itsy Bitsy Spiderweb
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, October 7
For children ages 18 months - 3 years.
Learn the nursery rhyme of "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" and make a fun craft.
 
 
Paper Bag Scarecrow
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, October 14
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Get in the fall spirit with this fun scarecrow craft!
 
Click here to view all of our October Kits
 
 
More Free Craft Kits
available every Saturday
All ages, no registration, 
while supplies last.
 
 
Visit our Children's Program Calendar Page for upcoming programs & take-home kits. And be sure to follow us on Facebook!

 
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. 
 

 
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.

 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.
 

 
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.
 

 
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.
 
 
 
The Library has a Notary Public
Available Tuesdays through Thursdays by appointment.
Call (631) 286-0818 ext. 222 to schedule an appointment.
Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature
 
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 - 4:00 pm
 
Curbside pickup available
Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: 12:30 - 3:00 pm
 
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