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Library News
from South Country Library
November 15, 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.
Toys and games are also available for play.
View the printable November Calendar
 
View the printable December Calendar
 

 
Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt
Now through the end of DINOvember
 
Pick up a scavenger checklist at the
Children's Desk and find the paper dinosaurs hidden throughout the Children's Dept. Find them all and get a sticker.

 
Elf on the Shelf Contest
begins Friday, November 25
For children through grade 5.
 
Twinkle the Elf returns to the library
the day after Thanksgiving!
Twinkle will hide in the Children's Department and move
around each night. If your child finds Twinkle and tells
a Children's Librarian, they will be entered into a raffle!
 
One entry per child per day allowed. Contest ends December 23.
Winner will be randomly selected.
 

 
November 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.
 
Do a Dot Turkey
Monday, November 21, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
For children through grade 5 with an adult.
No registration, just drop in between 10 and 12 and use our dot markers to color a turkey. 
 
To check for availability in our programs,
visit the November In-Person Programs page here.

 
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.
 
Colorful Tree Silhouette
Register and pick-up begins
Monday, November 21
For children in grades 2 - 5.
Try out silhouette and bleeding tissue paper techniques.
 
Click here to view all of our November 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.
 
Note: These resources are also available for adults and teens.
 
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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