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Library News
from South Country Library
April 18, 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
April Calendar
 
View the printable
May Calendar
 

 
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.
*Building closed April 29.

 
April In-Person Programs
Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online.
 
Click here to check for available seats.
 

 
Registration for May In-Person Programs
opens Monday, May 1 at 9:30 AM.
 
Registration May 1-5 is only online or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2 because the library will be closed for construction.
 
Click here to preview the programs.
  
 
Featured In-Person Program:
Spanish English Storytime
Saturday, May 6, 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Registration opens May 1.
For children with an adult.
Enjoy stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish!
Para niños y un adulto. ¡Disfruta cuentos, canciones, y actividades en inglés y español! La inscripción para este programa abre el 1 de mayo a las 9:30 AM.
Regístrese en línea o por teléfono al 631-286-0818 x2.
 

 
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:
 
Paper Parrot Craft
Registration and pick-up
begins on Friday, April 21
For children in grades K - 5.
Make a colorful paper parrot!
 
 
Salsa Garden
Registration and pick-up
begins on Wednesday, April 26
Grow ingredients to make salsa.
One kit per family.
 
 
Frog Craft
Registration and pick-up
begins on Friday, April 28
For children in grades K - 5.
Make a frog for spring!
  
 
More Free Craft Kits
available every Saturday*
All ages, no registration, 
while supplies last.
*Will not be offered 4/29; building closed.
 
 
Visit our Children's Program Calendar Page for upcoming programs & take-home kits. And be sure to follow us on Facebook!

 
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.
 

 
 
 
 
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.
 

 
Social Work Services
Please note: Friday, May 12 is the final day
of Social Work Services for this semester.
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.
Click here for more information.
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.
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.
 

 
Internet Connection/Connected Devices
If you need assistance to afford broadband (fast & reliable) internet service and internet connected devices, click here to see if you're eligible to apply to or to recertify the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Note: This assistance program is provided by the federal government, not South Country Library.
 
South Country Library
22 Station Road
Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818
sctylib.org
 
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