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Library News from South Country Library December 27, 2022 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS |
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Thursday Movies in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM |
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Thursday, December 29 2022, Rated PG-13, 2 hr 14 min |
Thursday, January 5 2021, Rated R, 1 hr 43 min |
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Knit and Crochet Circle
Saturday, January 7, 12:00 - 1:00 PM Join your fellow knit and crochet enthusiasts to work on and chat about your current projects. Note that this is not an instructional program, All are welcome. Registration not required. |
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Michele will briefly explain the benefits of meditation and then lead a guided visualization meditation incorporating sound chimes. After meditating, participants will have time to share their experience or ask questions.
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Everyone receives an affirmation card to keep. Bring a yoga mat or blanket or opt to remain seated. Click the dates above to register for one or both sessions. |
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Join Lauren for this gentle yoga class using a chair to aid in strength, balance, flexibility, and mental wellbeing. 6 classes, $18.00. Jan. 9, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27 (no class 1/16) |
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Join Daniel for yoga with a mindful approach. All levels; modified poses offered. Focus is on a balance between the breath and movement.Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 21, 28 (no class 2/14)
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Jim Cummings teaches the Beijing Tai Chi form; 24 movements for balance, stability, and overall health. 7 classes, $21.00. Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 |
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Gentle exercises help lower blood pressure and increase balance. Tom Linden instructs. 4 classes, $12.00. Jan. 13, 20, Feb. 17, 24 (no class 1/27, 2/3, 2/10) |
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Candy Making Kit Registration opens Tuesday, January 3 Pick-up begins Friday, February 3
Try your hand at melting candy wafers into heart-shaped molds to create lollipops and small candies. Kit includes: candy molds, pink vanilla candy wafers, lollipop sticks.
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Limit one kit per household, while supplies last. |
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Enrichment Programs for Adults with Special Needs Please let us know of any allergies or specific accommodations needed. |
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In-Person Enrichment: Jigsaw Puzzles Saturday, January 7, 3:00 - 4:00 PM Work on some jigsaw puzzles with your friends! Register here.
Please note that although caregivers are welcome to attend, only registered patrons may participate. |
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Enrichment Kits for Adults with Special Needs Registration begins the first of the prior month. To register, call or stop by Reference with your library card. Kits are available for pickup from the first day to the last day of each month (except holidays). |
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January Kit: Popsicle Stick Snowflakes Make your own winter wonderland with snowflakes that never melt. Pickup starts Tuesday, January 3. |
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February Kit: Heart Art Use paint and cardstock to make this one-of-a-kind painted heart. Pickup starts Wednesday, February 1. |
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Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 PM |
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No registration required. Please sign in at each session. |
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Groups for Growth & Support |
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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. |
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Conversation Skills for English Learners
2022: Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, Dec. 29 2023: Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23. |
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Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar skills. For all English learning levels. |
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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. |
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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 |
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Social Work Services Holiday Notice: Our social work interns are on break. They will resume their normal hours starting Monday, January 9. |
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Do you, or does 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. |
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. |
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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. |
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Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers |
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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. |
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Both above services provide live virtual assistance every day from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required. |
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from South Country Library |
Patchogue-Medford Library |
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22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818 sctylib.org Download our app for your phone or tablet. |
Library Hours Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pmSun: 12:30 - 3:00 pm |
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