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South Country Library News Tuesday, August 22, 2023 Previous issue: 8/8 Next issue: 9/5 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Four computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Department. Toys and games are also available for play. |
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Tween Bingo Thursday, August 24, 6:30 - 7:30 PM For tweens in grades 4 - 7. Get ready to shout "BINGO!" and win some amazing prizes at this fun-filled event. Join us for a night of laughter and excitement. Prizes will be awarded to the lucky Bingo winners! |
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Our Summer Reading Club is over. A big thank you to the 275 kids who participated this year! Come back for our Winter Reading Club in February 2024. |
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Registration for September in-person programs begins Friday, September 1, at 9:30 AM. Register at the library, online, or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2. We cannot accept registration requests via email. |
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Featured September In-person Programs: |
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Parent Child Workshop Series Thursdays, September 7, 14, 21, 28,
10:00 - 11:00 AM For children ages 1-4 with an adult. Come to a giant playdate with age-appropriate toys. Meet other parents/caregivers in the area, and ask questions of the special guest who is a childhood resource expert. Session ends with a circle time. |
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Fall Fun Storytime Tuesday, September 19, 6:00 - 6:30 PM For children in grades K - 5. Listen to fall-themed stories and songs. You can even wear your
pajamas if you want! |
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Jazzy Journals Wednesday, September 20, 6:00 - 6:30 PM For children in grades 2 - 5. |
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Leaf Rubbing and Storytime at the Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society Saturday, September 23, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM For children 3-5 years with an adult. Meet at the Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society (31 Bellport Lane, Bellport) to hear a story, collect leaves from various trees, and create a leaf-rubbing project. Click here to register. |
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Fun at the Fire Station Monday, September 25, 4:30 - 5:30 PM For children in grades Pre-K - 2 with an adult. |
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Meet at Hagerman Fire Department (510 Oakdale Avenue, East Patchogue) for a tour of the station and trucks, and to learn about fire safety. Click here to register. |
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus Contest for Children Starts Friday, September 1 The pigeon, from Mo Willems' funny pigeon book Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, is driving a school bus in the Children's Department! Kids can find the bus and pigeon, and tell a Children's Librarian to be entered in the raffle. |
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The pigeon moves each night! Children may enter once per day, each day they visit. Winner will be randomly selected after September ends. |
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Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits Registration for each craft kit opens on the date indicated. Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 x2), or online. Featured Take-Home Kits: |
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Dog Bookmark Kit For children in grades 2 - 5. Use paper to make an adorable bookmark! |
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Fox Craft Kit For children in grades Pre-K - 2. Make a cute paper fox. |
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Design a Puzzle For children in grades Pre-K - 5. Design a puzzle. |
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More Free Craft Kits available every Saturday All ages, no registration, while supplies last. |
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That means we're a community hub for healthy child and family development, parent and community involvement, and lifelong learning, beginning at birth. So bring your children and explore, play, learn, share books, meet other families and join some of our early literacy and development programs. |
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* Get ready to leave with a Helping Hand-Stamp * Children love to play at the library, but sometimes hate to leave. If you think your child might have a meltdown when it's time to go (no judgement, we've been there), ask a Children's Librarian for a Helping Hand-Stamp. This ink stamp on your child's hand can become a part of your leaving routine and a reminder that we'll see them again! |
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Live Tutoring, Writing Lab, SkillSurfer, Language Lab, Chess Tutoring and more. |
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Newborn - Pre-K Register in person at the Children's Desk. Read books to your child at your own pace and earn prizes. |
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Free Downloadables for Kids! On the go this summer? You and your child can access ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, movies, tv shows, and music, all with a library card. |
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Note: These resources are also available for adults and teens. |
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Kids Birthdays We love to make kids feel special for their birthday! |
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During your child's birthday month, let us know at the Children's Desk so we can put their name on a paper candle on the bulletin board birthday cupcake, and give them a birthday sticker. |
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Your Child's Developmental Milestones Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye-bye" are called developmental milestones. --CDC |
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The CDC has created a milestone checklist for children age 2 months through 5 years. |
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DayByDayNY is a fun and educational calendar-website, run by the New York State Library, for young children and their families. You can find daily songs, activities, and videos to share with your young child. |
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Bright by Text Families and other caregivers receive free text messages. Easy, practical tips and activities to help your young children thrive (from before birth to age eight). Available in English or Spanish. |
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To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448. |
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Apps for Entertainment & Education
Available from the Apple App Store & Android Google Play for your mobile devices, or on the web from your computer. Search & filter for interests & age -- kids, teens, and adults. |
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Libby - Extensive collection of popular ebooks and audiobooks. Apple | Android | Web |
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Hoopla - Movies, shows, music, comics, ebooks, and audiobooks. Apple | Android | Web |
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Kanopy - Classic, cultural, and educational films and TV shows. Apple | Android | Web |
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Flipster - Popular print magazines to browse or search through. Apple | Android | Web |
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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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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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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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