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Library News from South Country Library June 27, 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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Thursday Movies in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM. Cookies will be available. |
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Thursday, June 29 2023, Drama/Sport Rated PG-13, 1h 56m |
 Thursday, July 62022, Comedy Rated R, 1h 25m |
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Adult Summer Reading Club Now through August 11 The Summer Reading Club is back! Sign up at the library in person; registrants can pick out a free new book to keep, while supplies last. Click here to learn how to submit your reading logs and see this year's prizes. |
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DIY Wind Chime Kit
Registration begins Saturday, July 1 Pickup begins Tuesday, August 1 Design your own mini wind chime. Includes wind chime tubes in approx. 2.5-5 inch range of sizes, hook, wind chime string, and 4’ ring top. Make it unique with your own additional materials and imagination. South Country Card required. Register here. |
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Fiber Arts Crafting Circle
Saturday, July 1, 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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Community Acoustic Jam Thursday, July 6, 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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Guided Meditation
Monday, July 10, 1:00 - 1:45 PM
Michele will briefly explain the benefits of meditation and then lead a guided visualization meditation incorporating sound chimes. After meditating, participants will have time to share their experience or ask questions.
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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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Late Bloomers
Monday, July 10, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Off to a late start getting a garden in place for 2023? Fret not! There are many summer bearing vegetables and flowers you can still plant.
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Learn about succession planting, the unknown benefits of that late start, and some quick start methods to get growing so that you can enjoy home grown produce this year. Presented by Regina of Seedsower Farm. Click here to register. |
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Exercise Programs Registration closes at the start of the second session. |
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Join Lauren for this gentle yoga class using a chair to aid in strength, balance, flexibility, and mental wellbeing. 6 classes, $18.00 July 10, 17, 24, August 14, 21, 28 (no class 7/31, 8/7) |
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Join Daniel for yoga with a mindful approach. All levels; modified poses offered. Focus is on a balance between the breath and movement. 6 classes, $18.00 July 11, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 29 (no class 7/18, 8/22) |
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Jim Cummings teaches the Beijing Tai Chi form; 24 movements for balance, stability, and overall health. 8 classes, $24.00 July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
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Join us for Outdoor Qigong at the Post Morrow Foundation (16 Bay Road, Brookhaven). No restroom access -- plan accordingly. Gentle exercises help lower blood pressure and increase balance. Tom Linden instructs. 6 classes, $18.00 July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18 (rain date: 8/25) |
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Senior Advocate
Tuesday, July 10, 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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Intermediate Canasta Class
Wednesdays, July 12, 19, and 26 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik to put yourself into the next level of your Canasta game. This class will improve your skills and make the game even more enjoyable. Click here to register. |
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Note: This is not a beginner's class -- participants must know how to play. |
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Computer and Smartphone Class
Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM |
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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. Upcoming Dates: 7/10, 7/24, 8/14, 8/28, 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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Conversation Skills for English Learners Thursdays, July 13 & 27, August 10 & 24, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Registration opens Thursday, June 29, at 6:00 PM |
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Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar. For all English learning levels. |
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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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Enrichment Kits for Adults with Special Needs |
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July Kit: Magic Scratch Bookmarks Design your own unique bookmarks by using a stylus to reveal the colors. Open for registration -- call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. Available for pickup starting July 1. |
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August Kit: Galaxy Jar Create a wondrous galaxy in a jar. Open for registration starting July 1 -- call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. Available for pickup starting August 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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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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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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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 Sun: Closed for the Summer |
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