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Library News
from South Country Library
November 1, 2022
 
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
Hello South Country Community,
 
Early voting has started for this year's general election. If you're eligible to vote this Election Day, you can choose to vote early instead. Click here to view the dates, times, and local early voting locations.
 
Teens, don't miss Stranger Things Day this Saturday afternoon!
 
Families with children, it's a new month, which means registration is open for a new batch of in-person programs.
 
Adults, join our teens for the Broadway at the Library series. This month, we're watching Into the Woods.
 
This is a busy time at the library! Read below for upcoming programs, and view the November-December Newsletter to see what's going on for the rest of this year.
 
Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 6.
Remember to "fall back" -- set your clocks back by one hour.
 
We will be closed Friday, November 11, for Veterans Day.
 
~ South Country Library
 
P.S. Save the date! Our Holiday Green Screen Photos will be on Saturday, December 3, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
 
SPECIAL
RECYCLING
EVENT
Paper Shredding, Drug Take Back, and E-Waste Collection
Saturday, November 5, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Please click here for more information.
 
Presented by Brookhaven Town Councilman
Michael Loguercio and DIME Community Bank



 
 
De-Stress with a Dog
November 16 & November 22
4:30 - 5:30 PM, in the Children's Area
 
The holiday season can be stressful or lonely, so we've invited a therapy dog to the library. No registration, all ages.
Pet some of your stress away!
 

Supplies are extremely low in our Give or Take Food Pantry
 
We are down to a handful of items.
 
We will very gratefully accept donations in the bin in our lobby. Please help us help your neighbors in need with non-perishable food to help re-stock the pantry. Thank you for your generosity!

We are struggling to replenish our shelves.
When we are able, our Give and Take Food Pantry provides food items for those in need, in the lobby anytime the library is open.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Please click an age group for program details & registration.
CHILDREN
 
November
In-Person Programs
Sensory Bottle & Story
T'giving Table Runner
Bookmark Coloring
Mother Goose Series
Little Dino Story & Craft
Thankful Little Turkeys
Storycraft for Littles
and more!
 
Craft & Activity Kits
Dino-shape Kit
Decorate a Dinosaur
Gobble Gobble Headbands
and more!
 
More Free Craft Kits
Available every Saturday
 
Kids Birthdays
 
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
 
Brainfuse HelpNow Online Tutoring
 
Bright by Text
 
Free Downloadables
TEENS
 
Stranger Things Day
 
Sign up for Advanced Battle of the Books
Grades 9 - 12
 
Book Box
Stranger Things (1980s)
 
Monthly Raffle
Stranger Things
 
Crafts:
Wishing Stars Kit
Book Binding Program
 
Community Service
Bookmarks for the Homebound
Letters to Veterans
 
Broadway at
the Library
Into the Woods
 
VR and Other Games
 
Teen Book Discussion
Fear Street: Party Games
 
ADULTS
 
Thursday Movies
 
Broadway at
the Library
Into the Woods
 
Exercise Programs
 
Financial Planning
Social Security
Financial Gifts
 
Crafts
Birch Trees Painting
Macramé Mirror Kit
 
Technology Skills
Social Media for Business Computer & Smartphone
 
Groups for...
English Learners
Addiction Recovery
Alzheimer's Caregivers
 
Adult Book Discussion
Rock Paper Scissors
 
Enrichment Programs
 
Museum Passes & Discount Tickets
The Library offers free passes to select museums on Long Island & in NYC. We also provide access to discounted tickets to Long Island Aquarium & the Bronx Zoo.
Click here to learn more!
Trivia
Congrats to the winners of the previous games:
Boody66 won TV: Streaming Shows and
KO won Horror Movie Villains!
 
Open November 1 - 3
The '80s
Put up your fingerless gloves and neon earrings, because it's time to test your '80s knowledge.
Click here to play!
 
Open November 8 - 10
Stranger Things
Stranger Things Day is on November 6. How well do you know this popular show?
Click here to play!
Each game is available to the first twenty participants,
and closes at 9:00 PM on the last day.
 
Social Work Services
Do you or a friend need help finding resources to regain stability in life?
 
Angie and Kate are our social work interns from Stony Brook University. They can help with information, referrals, and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services, unemployment, food pantries, and more.
Click here for more information.
Mondays
9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Angie Ghanie
aghanie@sctylib.org
 
Tuesdays & Fridays
5:00 - 9:00 PM
Kate Bollman
kbollman@sctylib.org
 
Appointments and walk-ins are welcome.
To make an appointment, email one of our interns (emails and days/times are above-right) or call the library at 631-286-0818 ext. 1.
 
SMART Recovery® Group
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM
Anonymous      Age 18+
 
 
Join our South Country group if you are recovering from addiction and looking for support.

 
Passport Services
We serve first-time applicants, minor applicants, adult applicants whose most recent passport was issued as a minor, and applicants who have lost their passports. 
Hours are by appointment only.
 
Click here for more information
& to submit an appointment form. 
 
You may also call us at 631-286-0818 x1.
 
Not included in our service: renewing a passport.
There is a separate process for that by mail.
 
Printed forms are available by the Reference Desk.
 

 
Renew or Apply for a New Library Card on Our Website
South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID & address verification are required. Or visit our Patron Services desk at the front of the library for the same service.
 
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
 
Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers
Helps veterans and their families navigate the VA bureaucracy, provides academic tutoring, and assists with employment transition.
Provides various tools to help with every step of the job search including résumé assistance, interview preparation, and career planning.
Both above services provide live virtual assistance
every day from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required.

 
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.
 
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
 
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Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: 12:30 - 3:00 pm
 
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