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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 ADULTS
For any questions about adult programs, email jsalvatore@sctylib.org
 
Thursday Movies
in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM
Thursday, December 15
View the trailer & info here
2022, Rated PG-13, 1 hr 44 min
Thursday, December 22
View the trailer & info here
2022, Rated PG-13, 2 hr 11 min
 
 
Computer & Smartphone Class series:
Useful Free Apps (senior-friendly!)
Wednesday, December 14, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
 
It's the holidays -- time to gift yourself some apps! Join Mark to learn about some of the most useful free apps that you can download and try out in class. You can also show-and-tell an app you've enjoyed using. Bring your smartphone and/or tablet.

Click here to register, or call Reference at 631-286-0818 ext. 1
 
 
 
South Country Book Discussion
 
Book discussion takes place at the library on
Saturday, December 17
10:00 - 11:00 AM
 
The Glass Hotel
by Emily St. John Mandel
 
Click here to register.
Standard & large print copies are available to borrow at the Reference Desk. 
Want to know the next titles on the list for our book discussions?
View our printable brochure here. (also available at the Reference Desk)
 
 
Enrichment Kits for Adults with Special Needs
 Registration begins the first of the prior month.
Kits are available for pickup from the first day
to the last day of each month (except holidays).
 
Please let us know of any allergies or specific accommodations needed.
 
December Kit: Pine Cone Christmas Tree
Grab a pine cone from your yard and use various items
and paint to make it look like a Christmas tree.
 
January Kit:
Popsicle Stick Snowflakes
Make your own winter wonderland with snowflakes that never melt.
To register, call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card.
Pickup starts Tuesday, January 3.
 

 
 
Game Day Wednesday
Mah-Jongg
Canasta
Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 PM
No registration required. Please sign in at each session.
 
 
Groups for Growth & Support
 
SMART Recovery® Group
Every Tuesday at 7:00 PM
 
Join our South Country group if you are recovering from addiction and looking for support. For people age 18+. Anonymous; no registration. Click here for more information.
 
 
Conversation Skills for English Learners
Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, December 22 & 29
Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar skills. For all English learning levels.
Click here to register.
 
 
 
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group
2nd Monday of each month, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
in Study Room A in the Reference Area
 
Join our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, presented by Family & Children's Association and Parker Jewish Institute’s Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands, for caregivers of loved ones with dementia or ALzheimer's disease. These meetings provide opportunities for individuals caring for someone with either disease to meet with other caregivers, participate in educational programs, and have questions answered about their loved one's care.
Our next meeting is January 9, followed each month on the second Monday. Upcoming dates: 1/9, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 5/8, 6/12.
 
Registration is required:
Call (516) 292-1300 ext. 2264
or email randerson@fcali.org 
Funded by NYS Department of Health
 
 
 
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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Sun: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
 
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Sun: 12:30 - 3:00 pm
 
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