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Library News
from South Country Library
January 24, 2023
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS
These programs are intended for teens in grades 6 - 12 only.
Click here to view our
January calendar
Click here to view our
February calendar
 

 
100 Books before Graduation
 
Take the challenge and read 100 books before high school graduation! For every 20 book you read, you'll receive a prize.
You cannot re-read the same book twice.
If you complete the 100-book challenge before graduation,
you will win a Grand Prize! Click here to learn more.
 

 
Sign up for a
BOOK BOX!
 
Get a box with
a book to borrow
& goodies to keep.
 
Let us pick out your next read!
Based on your likes and dislikes, we'll choose a library book for you to check out, and fill a box with themed goodies. Return the book -- keep the rest. February's theme is Sports.
 
January Raffle: Famous Pets
Play our monthly raffle for a chance to win candy. For January -- can you name these famous animals? Play in-person in the Teen Department or virtually here.
 

 
Hot Chocolate and Games
Tuesday, January 31, 4:00 - 5:30 PM
In honor of National Hot Chocolate Day, we will be enjoying a delicious cup while we play some fun games.
We will provide the hot chocolate with some traditional (as well as some non-traditional) toppings and snacks. Register here.
Please note this program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.
 

 
Pizza and a Movie
Groundhog Day
Friday, February 3, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Join us as we watch this classic comedy starring Bill Murray as a cranky weatherman who gets stuck in a personal time warp where it is Groundhog Day again, and again, and again.
Pizza and snacks will be served.
Click here to register.
 

 
Volunteer Opportunities
Earn 1 hour of community service credit for each of these programs.
 
Valentines for Seniors
Tuesday, February 7, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
 
Stop by the YA Department to make Valentines for our homebound patrons who can not come to the library.
Click here to register.
 
 
Bookmarks for Homebound Patrons
Wednesday, February 8, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
 
Join us in the YA Department to make bookmarks for our homebound patrons who can't come to the library. Register here.
 
Teen Advisory Group
Friday, February 10, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
 
Share ideas and help plan library programs. We will discuss all upcoming programs and events happening at the library. By attending you will get a say in future programs. Register here.
 

 
Craft Kit:
Flower Bracelet
Registration opens Wednesday, February 1
Pick-up begins Monday, February 13
 
Get this kit to make a bracelet
featuring flowery designs!
Click here to register.
 


 
Teen Book Club
Tuesday, February 28, 4:00 - 5:00 PM
 
Flirting with Fate
by J.C. Cervantes
 
Snacks will be served!
 
Click here to read a preview and
register for the book discussion.
 
Stop by the YA Desk to pick up a copy of the book to check out, or access it on Libby:
Read the ebook  |  Listen to the audiobook

 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.
 
 
 
Get a discount at local businesses by
showing your South Country Library card.
Click here to view the participating businesses,
and don't forget your card when you head out the door!
 
 
Renew or Apply for a New Library Card on Our Website
South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID & address verification are required. Or visit our Patron Services desk at the front of the library for the same service.

 
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. 
Hours are by appointment only.
 
Click here for more information
& to submit an appointment form. 
 
You may also call us at 631-286-0818 x1.
 
Our service cannot renew a passport.
There is a separate process for that by mail.
 
Printed forms are available by the Reference Desk.
 

 
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