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Library News
from South Country Library
March 21, 2023
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
 
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.
View the printable
March Calendar
 
View the printable
April Calendar
 

 
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.
Each week one crayon will hide in the Children's Department, but from Monday 3/27 to Friday 3/31, all 4 crayons will hide. Find the crayon(s) and enter the raffle. A random winner will receive a Crayola Ultimate Crayon Collection!
 
 
Make Us Laugh Contest
April 1 through 30
 
Let's keep the fun of April Fools' Day going all month long! Write down or tell us a joke and we'll put it on the bulletin board for everyone to enjoy. You'll also be entered into a raffle to win a prize.
One entry per child per day.
 

 
March In-Person Programs
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online.
 
Click here to check for available seats.
 
 
Featured In-Person Programs:
Playdough Fun!
Saturday, March 25, drop in
between 10:00 AM - 12:00 noon.
All ages, no registration.
Let's have some fun with playdough!
 
Crafternoon
Tuesday, April 4, drop in
between 2:00 - 4:30 PM.
All ages, no registration.
Make a fun spring craft to bring home!
 
 
Registration for April in-person programs
opens on April 1 at 9:30 AM.
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online.
 
Preview the upcoming programs here.
 

 
Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits
Registration for each craft kit opens on the date indicated.
Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 x2), or online.
Click here to view all of our April kits.
 
 
Featured Take-Home Kits:
 
Colorful Butterfly Craft
Registration and pick-up
begins on Friday, March 24
For children in grades K - 5.
Make a beautiful butterfly.
 
 
Baby Bird and Nest Craft
Registration and pick-up
begins on Monday, March 27
For children ages 2 - 5 years.
Make a cute bird in a nest.
 
 
3D Ladybug Kit
Registration and pick-up
begins on Monday, April 3
For children in grades K - 5.
Make your very own ladybug out of paper with this cute craft!
 


 
 
More Free Craft Kits
available every Saturday
All ages, no registration, 
while supplies last.
 
 
Visit our Children's Program Calendar Page for upcoming programs & take-home kits. And be sure to follow us on Facebook!

 
NEW! LiteZilla Interactive Light Wall
in the Children's Department
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.
 

 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.
 

 
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Newborn - Pre-K
Register in person at the Children's Desk.
Read books to your child at
your own pace and earn prizes.

 
Free Downloadables for Kids!
Your child can access ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, movies, tv shows, and music, all with a library card.
 
Read more and explore
the options on our website.
 
Note: These resources are also available for adults and teens.
 

 
Kids Birthdays
We love to make kids feel
special for their birthday!
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. 
 

 
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
The CDC has created a milestone checklist for children age 2 months through 5 years.
 
View the milestones checklist and parent tips here. We also have paper copies in the Parent Section at the library. 
También disponible en español -- haga clic aquí.
 

 
DayByDayNY
 
DayByDayNY is 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.

 
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. 
To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448.
Learn more at Bright by Text's website.
 

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!
 
 
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. 
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.
 
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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Sun: 12:00 - 4:00 pm
 
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Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun: 12:30 - 3:00 pm
 
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