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Library News
from South Country Library
November 29, 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 December Calendar
 

 
Elf on the Shelf Contest
now through December 23
For children through grade 5.
 
Twinkle the Elf has
returned to the library!
Twinkle is hiding in the Children's Department and moves
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. Winner will be randomly selected.
 

 
Registration for December In-Person Programs begins Thursday, December 1, 9:30 AM
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. Programs take place downstairs in our community room
unless otherwise indicated.
To check for availability in our programs,
visit the December In-Person Programs page here.
 
Featured In-Person Programs:
Disguise a Gingerbread Man
Monday, December 5, 6:30 - 7:15 PM
For children in grades K - 5.
Help make a disguise for your
gingerbread man. Register here.
 
Holiday Card for the Aging
Monday, December 12, 6:30 - 7:15 PM
For children in grades K - 5
with an adult.
Spread holiday cheer and teach kindness by making cards for the elderly in Bellhaven Center. Register 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.
Click here to view all of our upcoming kits.
 
 
Featured Take-Home Kits:
 
Winter Birdhouse Kit
Registration and pick-up begins
Friday, December 2
For children in grades Pre-K - 5. 
Create a beautiful wintery bird
in a paper birdhouse. 
 
Hanukkah Craft Kit
Registration and pick-up begins
Monday, December 5
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Make a decoration for Hanukkah.
 
 
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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