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South Country Library News Tuesday, July 25, 2023 Previous issue: 7/11 Next issue: 8/8 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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Hello South Country Community, Families with Children, August is filled with programs and take-home kits -- check them out here. Registration starts August 1. Teens, we need volunteers for our Book Sale (multiple days/times available) and Mini Golf event. This is an excellent way to get a jump on your community service hours for next school year. We hope to see you on Monday for Harry Potter Day. ~ South Country Library |
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Thursday, July 27, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM in our front parking lot, for adults 18+ |
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• Brief cardiac history
• Blood pressure screening |
• BMI screening • Health education |
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• Simple blood test for cholesterol and glucose
• Resources for those without insurance Provided by the Catholic Health's Mobile Outreach Bus |
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Bellport Day
Saturday, July 29, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Stop by the library's table for giveaways and a chance to win a prize! |
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Monday, July 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Stop by to celebrate Harry's birthday! Wizarding costume is optional but highly suggested for our photo ops. Plus: Raffles, crafts, activities, giveaways and more! |
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ALSO: The Harry Potter movies will be screening in our community room downstairs, from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM. |
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Outdoor Movies with South Country Library |
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South Country Library's Community Resource Fair Thursday, August 3, 12:00 - 3:00 PM We will be hosting an array of local organizations who will showcase their programs and services. Stop by the library to chat with their representatives. |
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Friends of the Library Book Sale Friday, August 11, 2:00 - 8:30 PM Saturday, August 12, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Come shop for used books & more! Proceeds fund the Friends of the South Country Library's programs and innovations. |
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* * * Book Sale Donation Drop-Off Days * * *
Monday, August 7 - Wednesday, August 9, 9:30 AM - 8:45 PM Donate your gently used books, audiobooks, DVDs, and CDs for the Book Sale. No dictionaries, textbooks, or encyclopedias -- thank you! |
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a new county-wide summer program Now through August 31 Visit other Suffolk libraries, get as many stamps as you can, and enter to win prizes! |
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Stop by to pick up a Suffolk Summer Library Tour booklet from the Children's Department or Reference Desk. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Bug Hunt Summer Reading Club: Lucky Raffle Ticket August In-Person Programs Registration opens 8/1 Summer Stories @ the Historical Society, The Jester Jim Show, and more! Caterpillar Craft, Design a Bug, and more! Craft & Activity Kits Book Worm Craft, Home Depot® Sailboat, and more! |
July Raffle Guess the Emoji August Raffle Landmarks Craft Kit: Solar Pizza Box Oven Garden Volunteers Book Sale Volunteers Mini Golf Volunteers 100 Books Before Graduation Brainfuse HelpNow Summer Skills Camp |
Computer & Smartphone Class Thursday Movies Sweetwater Avatar: The Way of Water Conversation Skills for English Learners Bingo |
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Museum Passes & Discount Tickets |
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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, Splish Splash Water Park, & the Watch Hill Ferry. Learn more here! |
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Print-on-Demand passes include the Harbes Barnyard Adventure, Sagtikos Manor, and the LI Science Center. Passes may be booked 30 days in advance. Click here and use the drop-down menu to choose your date and destination. |
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Help your neighbors in need! Donate to our... Personal Care Community Cabinet If you are able, please donate items such as shampoo, soap, gloves, socks, period products, dental products, etc. The Community Cabinet and donation bin are next to our Food Pantry in the lobby. |
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Check out our Seed Library Our patrons may choose up to three packets per visit from a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Click here to learn more. |
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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. You can 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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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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