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Library News from South Country Library May 30, 2023 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS |
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Computer & Smartphone Class
Alternate Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Basic skills. Click the links below to register for individual classes.
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Thursday Movies in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM. Cookies will be available. |
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Thursday, June 1 2023, Action/Thriller Rated R, 1h 47m |
Thursday, June 8 2023, Drama/Comedy Rated R, 1h 52m |
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Community Acoustic Jam Thursday, June 1, 6:00 - 8:30 PM Bellport.com Acoustic Jam returns. Musicians (acoustic, beginner to pro), and audience play, sing, or just listen. Genre varies with attendees: Folk, bluegrass, country, blues, light rock, or other. No registration required. Kids welcome. |
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Fiber Arts Crafting Circle
Saturday, June 3, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Bring your knitting, quilting, sewing, or other fiber arts project. Work on and chat about your current projects with fellow enthusiasts. This is not an instructional program. All are welcome. No registration required. |
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Sea Glass Necklace
Monday, June 5, 7:00 - 8:00 PM Robyn Romanoff, owner of RoRo's Seaglass Jewelry, will teach wire wrapping of real sea glass pieces to make one-of-a-kind necklaces. Fee: $20. Register here. |
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Spring and Summer Wellness (virtual via Zoom)
Wednesday, June 7, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Discover natural ways to feel great during the warm weather. Perhaps you are confused about deciding on the safest sunblock, debating whether to use insect repellent or looking for ways to stay cool and comfortable. We will discuss taking care of dry, sun parched skin, damaged hair and above all, finding time for self-care. You will learn to make safe, non-toxic warm weather products using essential oils.
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Guided Meditation
Thursday, June 8, 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Michele will briefly explain the benefits of meditation and then lead a guided visualization meditation incorporating sound chimes.
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After meditating, participants will have time to share their experience or ask questions. Everyone receives an affirmation card to keep. Bring a yoga mat or blanket or opt to remain seated. Click here to register. |
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Come for Tea
Friday, June 9, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
This program includes tea history, a variety of scone recipes, and your own “cream tea” complete with mini jars of strawberry preserves, clotted cream, & lemon curd.
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Margaret M. Johnson, author of thirteen cookbooks, including Teatime in Ireland, serves up this program on china tea cups! Ms. Johnson’s cookbooks will be available for sale and signing. |
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Parent/Teen Paint Party
Friday, June 9, 6:30 - 8:30 PM Team up with your teenager to enjoy a fun evening of painting together. Step by step, with Melissa of Paint Party LI, you will paint two pieces of canvas that form one picture of owls in a tree. Register here. |
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Books & Bagels Book discussions with complimentary bagels & coffee. |
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Less the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Andrew Sean Greer Saturday, June 10 10:00 - 11:00 AM at the Bellport Bandshell We will also reveal our 2023-2024 books! * As of this email, there are 2 seats left *
Registrants may borrow a copy of the book from the Reference Desk. |
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Family Kitchen Organic Garden
Saturday, June 10, 1:00 - 3:00 PM Learn how to grow, prepare and store high quality organic food from garden to table. This program reviews many aspects of organic gardening with an emphasis on meal planning and feeding your family something you grow year round. Renato Stafford instructs. Click here to register. |
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group 2nd & 4th Monday of each month, 1:00 - 2:30 PM in Study Room A in the Reference Area Join our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, presented by Family & Children's Association and Parker Jewish Institute’s Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands, for caregivers of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Meetings provide these caregivers opportunities to meet with others, participate in educational programs, and have questions answered about their loved one's care. |
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Upcoming Dates: 6/12, 6/26, |
9/11, 9/25, closed 10/9, 10/23, 11/13, 11/27, 12/11. |
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Registration is required: Call (516) 292-1300 ext. 2264 or email randerson@fcali.org Funded by NYS Department of Health |
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Senior Advocate
Tuesday, June 13, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Reference Area -- Study Room C
Our advocate can help seniors find benefits for which they may be eligible and assist with the application process. Programs include SNAP, MSP, and HEAP. Drop in -- no registration.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages |
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English Class Mondays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM June 5, 12, 26 (no class June 19) Free weekly class for English learners. |
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Classes will focus on practicing to speak, to read, and to write English. All skill levels welcome. In partnership with Brookhaven Free Library. |
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Conversation Skills for English Learners Thursdays, June 8 & 22, 6:00 - 7:00 PM |
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Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar. For all English learning levels. |
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Enrichment Kits for Adults with Special Needs Registration begins the first of the prior month. To register, call or stop by Reference with your library card. Kits are available for pickup from the first day to the last day of each month (except holidays). |
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June Kit: Seashell Sand Painting Create a beach-themed piece of art using glue, sand, and shells. Open for registration -- call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. Available for pickup starting June 1. |
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July Kit: Magic Scratch Bookmarks Design your own unique bookmarks by using a stylus to reveal the colors. Registration begins June 1 -- call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. Available for pickup starting July 1. |
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Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 PM |
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No registration required. Please sign in at each session. |
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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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22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713
(631) 286-0818 sctylib.org |
Library Hours Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm |
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