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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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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS |
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Computer & Smartphone Class
Alternate Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Intermediate skills. Click the links below to register for individual classes.
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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, September 21 2023, Action/Sci-Fi Rated PG-13, 2h 29m |
Thursday, September 28 1942, Romance/Drama Rated PG, 1h 42m |
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Defensive Driving Saturday, September 23, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Course completion entitles you to a 10% discount on vehicle liability, personal injury protection, and collision insurance for three years; and a reduction of up to 4 points on your driving record every 18 months. The fee is $30, due at registration. Register at the Reference Desk with a check or money order payable to Empire Safety Council. |
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Open Mic Afternoon Sunday, September 24, 1:00 - 3:00 PM Musicians, spoken-word artists and friends! Join us on the 4th Thursday of the month for a welcoming, supportive Open Mic afternoon. No registration required - just drop in and sign up to perform, or join the audience to support your friends and neighbors. |
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Organizing for the Seasons of Your Life Monday, September 25, 7:00 - 8:30 PM |
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This class will help you create a supportive home environment so you can thrive in the later seasons of life. Learn to organize as it relates to downsizing, empty nest, boomerang kids, mobility issues, loss of a loved one, and more. Click here to register. |
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Bingo
Final Friday of the Month, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Kick off the weekend with this friendly game of chance -- and the chance to win fun prizes. Register for one or both dates: |
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Top Ten Organizing Tips Monday, October 2, 7:00 - 8:30 PM Get ready for an interactive class filled with inexpensive DIY tips you can easily use to organize your home. We will share our favorite organizing tricks that you can apply in several areas of your life. Click here to register. |
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Register before class 9/21 to attend remaining six classes. Jim Cummings teaches the Beijing Tai Chi form; 24 movements for balance, stability, and overall health. $21.00 September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26 |
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Register before class 9/22 to attend remaining six classes. Gentle exercises help lower blood pressure and increase balance. Tom Linden instructs. $21.00 September 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27 (no class 9/15) |
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English for Speakers of Other Languages English Class Mondays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM. September 25, October 2, 16, 23, 30 |
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Join our instructor, Marie Knapp, for this free weekly class for English learners. Classes will focus on practicing speaking, reading, and writing. All skill levels are welcome! Click here to register. |
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Únete a nuestra instructora, Marie, para esta clase semanal gratuita para estudiantes de Ingles. Las clases se enfocarán en practicar, hablar, leer y escribir. ¡Todos los niveles de habilidad son bienvenidos! Lunes a las 6:00 PM. Haga clic aquí para registrarse. |
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Conversation Skills for English Learners Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26 |
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Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar. For all English learning levels. |
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Books and Bagels Book discussions with complimentary bagels, coffee, & tea. |
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Killers of the Flower Moon Saturday, October 21 10:00 - 11:00 AM Standard and large print available. |
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Enrichment Kits for Adults with Special Needs To register, call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. |
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September Kit: Paint a Wooden Pencil Case Available now for registration & pickup. 2 kits left! |
October Kit: Paper Bag Fall Tree Sculpture Open for registration. Pickup starts October 2. |
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SMART Recovery® Group Every Tuesday at 7:00 PM Join our South Country group if you are recovering from addiction and looking for support. For people age 18+. Anonymous; no registration. Click here for more information. |
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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. |
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Upcoming Dates: 9/25, (closed 10/9) 10/23, 11/13, 11/27, 12/11 Registration is required: Call (516) 292-1300 ext. 2264 or email randerson@fcali.org Funded by NYS Department of Health |
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Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 PM |
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* * * No meeting on Wednesday, September 27 * * * No registration required. Please sign in at each session. |
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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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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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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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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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