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Library News from South Country Library January 10, 2023 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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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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Thursday Movies in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM |
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Thursday, January 12 2022, Rated R, 2 hr 3 min |
Thursday, January 19 2022, Rated R, 2 hr 14 min |
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Defensive Driving
Saturday, January 21, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Course completion entitles you to a 10% discount on vehicle liability, personal injury protection, and collision insurance for three years; and a reduction of up to 4 points on your driving record every 18 months. The fee is $30, due at registration. Register at the Reference Desk with a check or money order payable to Empire Safety Council. |
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Strategies for Tax Year 2022 and Beyond |
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Monday, January 23, 7:00 - 8:00 PM Filing your tax return early to secure a refund is only one of many tax strategies. Learn how to take advantage of all IRS adjustments, deductions and credits, and to plan now to ease higher tax burdens in years ahead. Daniel Mazzola presents. Click here to register. |
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Bingo
Final Friday of the Month, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Kick off the weekend with this friendly game of chance –- and the chance to win fun prizes. Register for one or both dates: January 27 February 24 |
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Bring Your Own Book! Saturday, January 14 10:00 - 11:00 AM Share book recommendations and get suggestions for your reading list. |
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Deacon King Kong by James McBride Saturday, February 11 10:00 - 11:00 AM Standard & large print copies will be available to borrow at the Reference Desk starting Saturday, January 14. |
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Want to know the next titles on the list for our book discussions? |
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Writer’s Workshop
Alternate Wednesdays, 6:45 - 8:30 PM
February 1 through May 10 (8 sessions) Join fellow authors to write and constructively criticize your own work and the work of others. A piece of writing is due each session. Register at the Reference Desk and receive your first assignment, due at the beginning of the first class. |
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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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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. Available now for pickup. |
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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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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 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 February 13, followed each month on the second Monday. Upcoming dates: 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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Get a discount at local businesses by showing your library card. and don't forget your card when you head out the door! |
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Passport Services We serve first-time applicants, minor applicants, adult applicants whose most recent passport was issued as a minor, and applicants who have lost their passports. |
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Hours are by appointment only. You may also call us at 631-286-0818 x1. Our service cannot renew a passport. Printed forms are available by the Reference Desk. |
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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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The Library has a Notary Public Available Tuesdays through Thursdays by appointment. Call (631) 286-0818 ext. 222 to schedule an appointment. Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature |
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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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Note: This assistance program is provided by the federal government, not South Country 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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