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Library News from South Country Library May 2, 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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Celebrate Children's Book Week all month long! Children's Book Week is May 1-7, but we think it's worth celebrating for the whole month. |
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Starting Saturday May 6: - Get book-related activity & coloring sheets.
- Find children's book characters throughout the Children's Room.
- Tell us the name of a favorite book to get a book-related prize! Only one entry per child, please.
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May In-Person Programs Registration through May 5 is only online or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2 because the library will be closed for construction. Featured In-Person Programs: |
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Spanish English Storytime Saturday, May 6, 11:00 - 11:45 AM For children with an adult. Enjoy stories, songs and activities in English and Spanish! Register here. |
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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. |
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Tween Program: Mario Kart Thursday, May 11, 6:30 - 7:30 PM For tweens in grades 4-7. Join us for an evening of fast paced competition as we play Mario Kart! Snacks will be served. Click here to register. |
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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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Mother's Day Craft Kit For children ages 2½ - 5 years. Make a craft for your mommy! |
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Star Wars Puppet For children in grades K - 5. May the force be with you. Make your own Star Wars puppet with this cool kit. |
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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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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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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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Social Work Services Please note: Tuesday, May 9 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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Note: This assistance program is provided by the federal government, not South Country Library. |
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The library is currently closed for construction; the building reopens on Saturday, May 6, at 9:30 AM. In the meantime, we have select services available -- click here for details. |
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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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