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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. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS |
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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, October 19 2023, Action/Sci-Fi Rated PG-13, 2h 7m |
 Thursday, October 26 1959, Thriller/Mystery Rated PG-13, 2h 16m |
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Defensive Driving Saturday, October 21, 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, October 22, 1:00 - 3:00 PM Musicians, spoken-word artists and friends! Join us 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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Film Director's Screening: Alice's Ordinary People Monday, October 23, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Film director Craig Dudnick will introduce, screen and discuss the documentary Alice's Ordinary People. Civil Rights activist Alice Tregay refused to stand still for injustice and brought others together to change what was. |
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Her remarkable story spans the historic period from the marches of Dr. King to the election of Barack Obama. Alice Tregay’s story is one of ordinary people affecting extraordinary change for human rights. Click here to register. |
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Bingo Friday, October 27, 2:00 - 3:00 PM Kick off the weekend with this friendly game of chance -- and the chance to win fun prizes. Click here to register. |
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English for Speakers of Other Languages |
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Conversation Skills for English Learners Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM, October 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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English Class Mondays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM. October 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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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: 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 registration required. Please sign in at each session. |
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Enrichment Programs for Adults with Special Needs October Kit: Paper Bag Fall Tree Sculpture Available now for registration and pickup. Call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. In-Person Program: Jar Candle Workshop Tuesday, October 31, 12:00 - 1:30 PM |
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Coming up! Library Book Discussion at Bellport Brewing Company Wednesday, December 6, 6:00 PM 14 Station Road, Bellport Registration opens Wednesday, November 1. |
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The Book: Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson The Brew: Your first drink is half-price -- beer, wine, or soda. Register at the Reference Desk to get a copy of the book. |
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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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