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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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Hello South Country Community, 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. We have a lot planned in May and June; online and telephone registration is available for many programs during the building closure. Scroll down for the upcoming programs, and then check out the May-June Newsletter. See you soon! ~ South Country Library P.S. The library will be closed on Sunday, May 14, for Mother's Day. |
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The library will have a collection box from May 6 - 20. Items needed: Rice, beans, canned veggies, canned fruit, canned soup, canned stew, paper towels, toilet paper, bar soap, jelly, peanut butter, cereal, canned fish/tuna/Spam, Parmalat milk. |
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Star Wars Day Saturday, May 13, 1:00 - 4:00 PM Celebrate Star Wars at the library with crafts, Padawan training, green screen photos, giveaways, raffles, and a visit from The Saber Guild of Long Island Endor Temple. All ages welcome. Cosplay is encouraged; no weapons, please. |
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Join us in the downstairs Community Room for a screening of the original trilogy: |
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Episode IV: A New Hope Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back Episode VI: Return of the Jedi Knight |
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Coffee With a Cop Tuesday, May 16, 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the Library's Fireplace Room Drop by to chat with Police Officer Gallant about local issues and learn about one another. |
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Outdoor Movie Friday, May 19, 8:00 - 10:00 PM South Country Ambulance Company 420 Station Road Bring the whole family down to the South Country Ambulance Company to watch a classic baseball movie under the stars. Bring something to sit on and some snacks if you like. No registration. Rain will move the event indoors. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Children's Book Week all month long! Spanish English Storytime Mario Kart for Tweens and more! Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits Mother's Day Craft Star Wars Puppet and more! More free craft kits every Saturday 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Free Downloadables for Kids Kids Birthdays |
Star Wars Book Box Science Fiction Free Comic Book Day Saturday, May 6 Escape the Library Star Wars Edition Pizza & a Movie Spaceballs Craft Kit: Make Your Own Comic Book Community Service Bookmarks Star Wars Day Flowers for Seniors Garden Volunteers 100 Books Before Graduation |
Fiber Arts Craft Circle Exercise Programs Guided Meditation Gardening Programs Classes for English Language Learners Senior Advocate Intermediate Mah-Jongg Class Thursday Movie Alice, Darling Rent vs Buy and Homebuyer Programs Alzheimer's & Dementia Caregiver Support Group June Enrichment Kit for adults with special needs Seashell Sand Painting |
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Final Trivia Roundup Congrats to the winners of the previous games: Oucas won Movie Villains and Grandma won Who Said That? |
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Here are the winningest players from the past three years: |
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Well done and thanks for playing! |
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Have you checked out our Seed Library? Our patrons may choose up to three packets per visit from a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. |
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Museum Passes & Discount Tickets Only print-on-demand passes will be available while the library building is closed. |
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The Library offers free passes to select museums on Long Island & in NYC. We also provide access to discounted tickets to the Long Island Aquarium,the Bronx Zoo, and Splish Splash water park. |
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NEW print-on-demand passes: the Harbes Barnyard Adventure (reopens in May), and Sagtikos Manor (reopens in June). Passes may be booked 30 days in advance. Click here and use the drop-down menu to choose these or other destinations. |
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Sign Up to be a Literacy Volunteer
Are you interested in helping an English speaker learn to read and write? The Library is looking for volunteers with instructional experience who would like to open countless doors for someone else by offering the gift of literacy. Interested persons should complete this application and contact Jack in the Reference Department at 631-286-0818 ext 1. |
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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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South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID & address verification are required. Or visit our Patron Services desk at the front of the library for the same service. |
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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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The Library has a Notary Public Available Mondays through Fridays (subject to change). Please call (631) 286-0818 for more information. Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature |
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Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers |
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Helps veterans and their families navigate the VA bureaucracy, provides academic tutoring, and assists with employment transition. |
 Provides various tools to help with every step of the job search including résumé assistance, interview preparation, and career planning. |
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Each service provides live virtual assistance every day from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required. |
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from South Country Library |
Patchogue-Medford Library |
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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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