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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.
 
Hello South Country Community,
 
Teens: Team up with your parent/guardian at our paint party. For tweens (grades 4-7), we have a tricky new breakout box ― registration opens June 1.
 
Adults: June is just packed! Make a sea glass necklace, stay healthy in the summer, plan meals from what's in your garden, and much more.
 
Families with Children: Registration for our June In-Person Programs opens this Thursday, June 1, at 9:30 AM. Plus, the Children's Summer Reading Program is right around the corner ― learn about it here.
 
We hope to see you at Friday's concert ― check it out below!
 
~ South Country Library
Outdoor Concert
The Ronald Reagans
Big '80s Show
 
Friday, June 2, 7:00 - 8:15 PM
in the library's parking lot.
Free, no registration required!
 

From the big hair to the bodacious costumes, The Ronald Reagans take their audiences back to the most radical decade ever...the 1980s! 
 
The Big '80s Show is a family-friendly performance of the most authentic, note-for-note recreations of the chart-topping pop, new wave, and rock hits of the '80s.
 
 
on display in our gallery for the month of June
 
South Country Peace Group (SCPG) is celebrating 40 years of peacemaking activities. Their display in our downstairs gallery during June will include photos, headlines, an iconic Peace Pole, and a wooden dove sculpture. 
 
SCPG formed in 1982, stirred by growing threats of nuclear destruction. Stop by any time the library is open in June to view their display and learn more about them.

Job Readiness Workshop
Monday, June 5, 1:00 - 3:00 PM

The Suffolk County Department of Labor presents this workshop for landing and keeping a job. Topics includes:
  • A brief overview of the services provided by the Suffolk County Dept. of Labor, Licensing and Consumer Affairs
  • Tips for writing an effective résumé
  • Tips for giving a great job interview
  • Professional attire for an interview
  • The elevator pitch & mock interviews
  • Professional conduct in the workplace
An informal question and answer session will be conducted at the end of the workshop. Click here to register.
 
 
South Country Library Job Fair
Tuesday, June 6, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
 
Are you looking for a job? The Suffolk County Department of Labor has invited 15 employers to the library to speak with job-seekers. Stop by to learn about the many job opportunities available in Suffolk County departments, senior/home care organizations, and more.
Advanced registration is encouraged.
 
 
UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Please click an age group for program details & registration.
CHILDREN
 
June Contest:
Ants Go Marching
 
Mark your calendars:
Summer Reading Club
begins June 26
 
June In-Person Programs - registration begins Thursday 6/1
Storycraft for Littles
Pizza Time
Tween Breakout Box
and more!
 
Take-Home
Craft & Activity Kits
Father's Day Craft
Card for Dad
and more!
 
More free craft kits every Saturday
 
Helping Hand-Stamp
 
Free Downloadables for Kids 
TEENS
 
June Raffle
Movie Snacks
 
June Book Box
Movies
 
Be Proud!
Be Responsible!
 
Craft Kit:
Squishies
 
Tween Breakout Box
 
Parent/Teen
Paint Party
 
Community Service
Bookmarks for Seniors
 
YA Book Discussion
Drama
Raina Telgemeier
 
100 Books Before Graduation
 
ADULTS
 
Computer & Smartphone Class
 
Thursday Movies
Plane  |  Magic Mike 3
 
Acoustic Jam
 
Fiber Craft Circle
 
Sea Glass Necklace
 
Spring & Summer Wellness (via Zoom)

Guided Meditation
 
Come for Tea
 
Family Kitchen
Organic Garden
 
Classes for English Language Learners
 
Enrichment Kits
June: Beach Art
July: Magic Bookmarks
 
 
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.
Learn more here.
Museum Passes & Discount Tickets
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.
Click here to learn more!
NEW print-on-demand passes: the Harbes Barnyard Adventure, 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.

 
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.
 

Get a discount at local businesses by
showing your South Country Library card.
Click here to view the participating businesses,
and don't forget your card when you head out the door!
 
 
Renew or Apply for a New Library Card on Our Website
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.

 
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.
 

 
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
 
Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers
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.
Each service provides live virtual assistance every day
from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required.

 
Résumé & Cover
Letter Assistance
from
South Country Library
 
Job & Career
Counseling
from
Patchogue-Medford Library
 
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.
 
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