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Library News from South Country Library February 21, 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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Thursday Movies in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM. Cookies will be available. |
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Thursday, February 23 2022, Action/Adventure Rated PG-13, 2h 5m |
 Thursday, March 22022, Drama/Historical Rated R, 1h 54m |
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Bingo
Final Fridays of each month, 2:00 - 3:00 PM |
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Kick off the weekend with this friendly game of chance–and the chance to win fun prizes. Click the above dates to register. (March & April dates open for registration on February 22) |
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Monogrammed Keychains
Monday, February 27, 7:00 - 8:00 PM (2 seats left as of this email)
Use the Cricut Maker to engrave your own keychain. Some knowledge of Cricut Design Space is required. Register here. |
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Wise Guys - LI Owls (via Zoom)
Monday, February 27, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Fascinating, mysterious and beautiful! Owls are all of these things and we see many here on Long Island. Using lots of photos and fun, interesting facts, Dianne Taggart, long time birder, tells about these magnificent birds on Long Island. |
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Community Acoustic Jam Friday, March 3, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM South Country Library is excited to welcome back the Bellport.com Community Acoustic Jam! For all skill levels. Musicians and audience are welcome to play (acoustic) or sing. No registration required. |
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Knit and Crochet Circle
Saturday, March 4, 12:00 - 1:00 PM Bring your knitting, crochet work, sewing, or other fiber arts project. Work on and chat about your current projects with fellow enthusiasts. This is not an instructional program. All are welcome. No registration required. |
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Exercise Programs Registration opens on Wednesday, February 22, at 9:30 AM, and closes at the start of the second session. |
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Join Lauren for this gentle yoga class using a chair to aid in strength, balance, flexibility, and mental wellbeing. 8 classes, $24.00. Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24 |
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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.Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, Apr. 11, 18, 25 (no class 4/4) |
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Jim Cummings teaches the Beijing Tai Chi form; 24 movements for balance, stability, and overall health. 6 classes, $18.00. Mar. 9, 16, 23, 30, Apr. 6, 13 |
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Gentle exercises help lower blood pressure and increase balance. Tom Linden instructs. 8 classes, $24.00. Mar. 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr. 7, 14, 21, 28 |
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Computer & Smartphone Class
Alternate Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Basic skills. Click the links below to register for individual classes.
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Books & Bagels Book discussions with complimentary bagels, coffee, & tea. |
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The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins Saturday, March 11 10:00 - 11:00 AM |
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Want to know the next titles on the list for our book discussions? |
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Senior Advocate
Monday, March 13, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Reference Area -- Study Room C
Our advocate can help seniors find benefits for which they may be eligible and assist with the application process. Programs that foster economic independence include SNAP, MSP, and HEAP. Registration not required.
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Call for Volunteers
Saturday, April 15, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
If you have practical skills and want to help empower people to save money and reduce waste, please volunteer for our upcoming Repair Café. Volunteers may bring the tools they wish to use. Refreshments provided, including deli lunch for volunteers. Laurie Farber of Repair Café Long Island will contact volunteers with more information.
(Times include set-up and clean-up) |
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English for Speakers of Other Languages Conversation Skills for English Learners Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, Feb. 23 (no meeting March 2) Every Thursday from March 9 - April 27, 6:00 - 7:00 PM |
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Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar. For all English learning levels. |
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ESL Classes Every Monday from March 6 - April 24 6:00 - 7:00 PM Join our instructor, Marie, for this free weekly class for English learners. |
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Classes will focus on practicing speaking, reading, and writing. All skill levels are welcome! In partnership with Brookhaven Free Library. |
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Enrichment Programs for Adults with Special Needs To register, call or stop by the Reference Desk with your South Country Library card. Please let us know of any allergies or specific accommodations needed. |
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In-Person Enrichment: Sensory Movie - Encanto Saturday, March 4, 3:00 - 4:30 PM Join us to watch Encanto with your peers. This is for adults with special needs.
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. Kits are available for pickup from the first day to the last day of each month (except holidays). |
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March Kit: Tea Light Planets Use ping pong balls, paint, and a tea light to make your very own planet. |
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April Kit: Epsom Salt Crystals Use Epsom salt, food dye, and hot water to create these sparkly crystals. |
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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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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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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group 2nd & 4th 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 27, followed each month on the 2nd & 4th Monday. Upcoming dates: 2/27, 3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24, 5/8, 5/22, 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, 7/24, 8/14, 8/28, 9/11, 9/25, (closed 10/9) 10/23, 11/13, 11/27, 12/11. 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 South Country Library card. and don't forget your card when you head out the door! |
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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. |
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Passport Services by Appointment 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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Appointments are available during the times specified above. Call the library at (631) 286-0818 ext. 1, or email a specific intern at their email address above. |
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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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Each service provides live virtual assistance every day from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required. |
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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
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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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