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South Country Library News Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Previous issue: 9/5 Next issue: 10/3 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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Hello South Country Community, Tweens (grades 4 - 7), come hang out with other tweens at our Tween Meet-Up! The library will be closed on Wednesday, September 27, for a Staff Professional Development Day. |
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Watch Hill Ferry - Discounted Tickets Treat yourself to a quiet beach retreat at this hidden gem on Fire Island. Stop by the Patron Services desk to purchase discounted round-trip ADULT tickets for $16 -- a savings of $4. Tickets expire October 9. |
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Call for Repair Café Volunteers Saturday, October 28, 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM Help people save money and reduce waste by not replacing broken items. If you have practical skills and can share repair tips, please volunteer for our Repair Café. Volunteers receive refreshments and lunch. Please bring your tools. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus Contest October: Monster Scavenger Hunt September & October In-Person Programs Craft & Activity Kits Fall Hedgehog Not-So-Scary Scarecrow and more! Drop-in Program: Hispanic Heritage Month Crafts 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Bright by Text DayByDayNY |
Famous Bears October Book Box: The Arts Community Service: Book-Pumpkins for the Homebound Drop-In Craft: Locker Magnets Escape the Library 100 Books Before Graduation Brainfuse HelpNow |
Computer & Smartphone Class Thursday Movies Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3 Casablanca Defensive Driving Open Mic Afternoon Organizing for the Seasons of Your Life Bingo Top Ten Organizing Tips ESOL Resources |
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Social Work Services
Tuesdays, 4:00 - 9:00 PM Do you, or does a friend, need help finding resources to regain stability in life? |
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Brenda is our social work intern from Stony Brook University. She can help with information, referrals, and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services, unemployment, food pantries, and more. Click here for more information. Available for walk-ins on Tuesdays between 4 and 9 PM. You may also make an appointment: Email bquow@sctylib.org or call the library at (631) 286-0818 ext. 1. |
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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. 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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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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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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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). Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature We are not able to notarized wills, mortgages, or sales of property. All documents must be in English. You must have a valid New York State driver’s license or identification card. You may use a valid United States passport but must also have proof of residence that shows your current address. No post office boxes. |
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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 |
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