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Library News
from South Country Library
December 13, 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
 
View the printable
January 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.
 

 
December 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.
To check for availability in our remaining programs,
visit the December In-Person Programs page here.
 
 
Registration for January In-Person Programs begins Tuesday, January 3, at 9:30 AM
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online.
 
You may preview our January In-Person Programs 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:
 
Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree
Registration & pick-up begins
Friday, December 16
For children in grades K - 5.
Create a Christmas tree out of popsicle sticks and your imagination!
This kit contains sequins and small fake gems, which can be a choking hazard for young children. 
 
 
Kwanzaa Craft Kit
Registration & pick-up begins
Monday, December 19
For children in grades Pre-K - 5.
Make a decoration for Kwanzaa. 
 
 
Happy New Year Craft
Registration & pick-up begins
Thursday, December 22
For children in grades Pre-K - 3.
Ring in the New Year
with this fun craft!
 
 
More Free Craft Kits
available every Saturday (except 12/24)
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!

 
Look forward to these fun challenges starting January 3, for all children through grade 5.
 
Winter Reading Challenge
January 3 - February 28
 
Sign up at the Children's Desk, get a special game board, complete some reading challenges, and earn a prize!
 
Register between January 3 and 15.
 
 
Penguin Scavenger Hunt
January 3 - 31
 
Find the penguins hidden around
the Children's Department
and get a sticker!

 
Do you know about DayByDayNY?
It's a fun and educational calendar-website, run by the New York State Library, for young children and their families. You can find daily songs, activities, and videos to share
with your young child.

 
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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