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South Country Library News Tuesday, October 3, 2023 Previous issue: 9/19 Next issue: 10/17 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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Hello South Country Community, The library will be closed on Monday, October 9, for Indigenous Peoples Day/Columbus Day. Our Notary Public is not available until Monday, October 16. |
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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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Meet with an Organization: The Retreat Friday, October 13, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM in the library's main corridor |
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Stop by to meet with a representative from The Retreat. Their mission is to provide safety, shelter, and support for victims of domestic abuse and to break the cycle of family violence. |
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Indoor Concert Arrizza "Under the Stars" Friday, October 13, 7:00 - 8:30 PM Based on his recent album Astronomia, Arrizza's show "Under the Stars" is a brilliant electronic soundscape that combines synthesizer sounds with modern textures, paired with dazzling lighting and special effects to make for an amazing multimedia experience. |
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Arrizza's music is reminiscent of the soundtrack from the Netflix show Stranger Things and 1970s and early '80s science-fiction films –- hopeful, mysterious, moody, and thought-provoking. Please register in advance. |
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Haunted Library
Friday, October 27, 6:00 - 8:00 PM The library will shut down early to have a building-wide spooky haunted library event for all ages! We will have a guided walking tour throughout our building filled with exciting scares as well as green screen photos, ghost stories, a costume contest, and more! No registration. |
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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. |
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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. Sign up here or call 631-286-0818 x1. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Monster Scavenger Hunt October In-Person Programs Drop-in Program: Hispanic Heritage Month Crafts Craft & Activity Kits Scarecrow Fall Tree Witch's Hat Jack O' Lantern and more! Online Resource: World Book Kids & World Book Student |
October Raffle: Horror Movie Villains October Book Box: The Arts YA Horror Movie Take-Home Craft Kit: Macramé Keychain YA Book Discussion: The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman |
Computer & Smartphone Class Thursday Movies The Flash | Fast X All About Garlic Acoustic Jam Guided Meditation Making Fermented Foods Smarter Social Security ESOL Resources Enrichment Programs for adults with special needs |
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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 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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The Library's Notary Public is unavailable until Monday, October 16 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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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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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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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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