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Library News from South Country Library March 7, 2023 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Four computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Department. Toys and games are also available for play. |
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Crayon Scavenger Hunt Now through March 31 We're celebrating colors during March! Our scavenger hunt features the characters from the crayon books by Drew Daywalt, illustrated by Oliver Jeffers. |
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Each week one crayon will hide in the Children's Department, but during the last week of March, all 4 crayons will hide. Find the crayon(s) and enter the raffle. Winner will receive a Crayola Ultimate Crayon Collection! Check out our Color Concept Take-Home Kit below. Keep an eye out for other colorful crafts throughout March. |
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Registration is open for March In-Person Programs. Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. Featured In-Person Programs: |
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Tots Night Out Friday, March 10, 6:00 - 7:00 PM For children ages 18 months - 5 years with an adult. |
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A special program from A Time for Kids. Enjoy some interactive time with your child with singing, stories and a craft. |
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Marshmallow Engineering Thursday, March 16, 6:30 - 7:15 PM For children in grades 3 - 5. Let your creativity run wild! Build your own designs using marshmallows and toothpicks. Please keep in mind any allergies or sensitivities your child may have before registering for this event. |
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Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits |
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Registration for each craft kit opens on the date indicated. Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 x2), or online. |
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Lion and Lamb Finger Puppets For children in grades Pre-K - 2.
March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb! Celebrate the wild and mild weather of March with this fun craft kit. |
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Color Concept Kit For children ages 2 - 5 years. Get a color chart, coloring worksheets, and a box of large Crayola crayons. |
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More Free Craft Kits available every Saturday All ages, no registration, while supplies last. |
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NEW! LiteZilla Interactive Light Wall in the Children's Department |
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Stop by to play with our LiteZilla interactive sensory light wall. We were able to purchase and install LiteZilla thanks to the generosity of the Fireplace Literary Club and a private donor. |
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Live Tutoring, Writing Lab, SkillSurfer, Language Lab, Chess Tutoring and more. |
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Newborn - Pre-K Register in person at the Children's Desk. Read books to your child at your own pace and earn prizes. |
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Free Downloadables for Kids! Your child can access ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, movies, tv shows, and music, all with a library card. |
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Note: These resources are also available for adults and teens. |
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Kids Birthdays We love to make kids feel special for their birthday! |
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During your child's birthday month, let us know at the Children's Desk so we can put their name on a paper candle on the bulletin board birthday cupcake, and give them a birthday sticker. |
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Your Child's Developmental Milestones Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye-bye" are called developmental milestones. --CDC |
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The CDC has created a milestone checklist for children age 2 months through 5 years. |
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It's a fun and educational calendar-website, run by the New York State Library, for young children and their families. You can find daily songs, activities, and videos to share with your young child. |
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Bright by Text Families and other caregivers receive free text messages. Easy, practical tips and activities to help your young children thrive (from before birth to age eight). Available in English or Spanish. |
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To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448. |
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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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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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