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Library News from South Country Library April 4, 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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Make Us Laugh Contest Now through April 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. |
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April In-Person Programs Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. Featured In-Person Programs: |
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Board Game Night Monday, April 10, 6:30 - 7:30 PM For children in grades 3 - 5. |
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Earth Day Daisy Tuesday, April 11, 6:00 - 6:30 PM For children in grades K - 2. Create an Earth Day craft with cupcake liners and paper straws. Register here. |
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Tweens: Taste Test Challenge Thursday, April 13, 6:30 - 7:30 PM For tweens in grades 4 - 7. Put your tasting skills to a challenge!
May not be appropriate with those with food allergies. Click here to register. |
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Tots Night Out Friday, April 14, 6:00 - 7:00 PM For children ages 18 months - 5 years with an adult. |
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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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Pretend Garden Craft For children ages 2 - 5 years. Assemble a garden out of paper. |
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More Free Craft Kits available every Saturday All ages, no registration, while supplies last. |
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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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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. |
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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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Social Work Services Please note: Friday, May 12 is the final day of Social Work Services for this semester. |
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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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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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