South Country Library News
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
 
Previous issue: 10/3      Next issue: 10/31
 
Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS
These programs are for teens in grades 6 - 12 only,
with exception of the Tween programs.
Click here to view our October calendar
 

 
October Raffle:
Horror Movie Villains
Name these villains to enter into the October raffle. Play in-person in the Teen Department or virtually here.
 

 
Sign up for a
BOOK BOX!
 
Get a box with
a book to borrow
& goodies to keep.
 
Let us pick out your next read.
Based on your likes and dislikes, we'll choose a library book for you to check out, and fill a box with themed goodies. Return the book -- keep the rest. October's theme: The Arts
 
 
Super Smash Bros.
Friday, October 20, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
 
Join us for the
ultimate showdown!
Will you still be standing
when the clock runs out?
Click here to sign up.
 
 
 
Halloween Owl Painting
Wednesday, October 25, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
 
Paint a Halloween
owl on canvas.
Follow along with our
step-by-step instructions.
Click here to register.
 
 
Tween Marshmallow Engineering
Thursday, October 26, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
 
For tweens in grades 4 - 7 only.
Complete building challenges
by using tasty treats!
Click here to register.
 
This program may not be suitable
for those with food allergies.
 
 
Haunted Library Volunteers
Friday, October 27, 5:00 - 9:00 PM
 
We need volunteers
to assist with various
activities during our
first ever Haunted Library.
Sign up here.
 
 
Tween Program:
Slay Anxiety, Build Confidence
Thursday, November 9, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Note: Registration opens November 1
 
For tweens in grades 4 - 8 only.
Discuss what anxiety is. Learn coping skills and activities that can slay anxiety in everyday lives. Presented by certified Life Coaches Linda Mazza and Patricia Scully. Click here to register.
 
 
 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.

 
100 Books Before Graduation
 
Take the challenge and read 100 books before high school graduation! For every 20 books you read, you'll receive a prize.
You cannot read a book twice.
If you complete the 100-book challenge before graduation,
you will win a Grand Prize! Click here to learn more.
 
 
 
 
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.
Libby - Extensive collection of popular ebooks and audiobooks. Apple | Android | Web
Hoopla - Movies, shows, music, comics, ebooks, and audiobooks. Apple | Android | Web
Kanopy - Classic, cultural, and educational films and TV shows. Apple | Android | Web
Flipster - Popular print magazines to browse or search through. Apple | Android | Web
 

 
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. 
Hours are by appointment only.
 
Click here for more information
& to submit an appointment form. 
 
You may also call us at 631-286-0818 x1.
 
Our service cannot renew a passport.
There is a separate process for that by mail.
 
Printed forms are available by the Reference Desk.
 
Get a discount at local businesses by
showing your South Country Library card.
Click here to view the participating businesses,
and don't forget your card when you head out the door!
 

 
Internet Connection/Connected Devices
If you need assistance to afford broadband (fast & reliable) internet service and internet connected devices, click here to see if you're eligible to apply to or to recertify the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Note: This assistance program is provided by the federal government, not South Country Library.
 
 
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