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South Country Library News Tuesday, November 14, 2023 Previous issue: 10/31 Next issue: 11/28 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Four computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Department. Toys and games are also available for play.
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DINO-vember Scavenger Hunt Now through November 30 Kids can find the dinosaurs hidden around the Children's Department and get a dinosaur stamp on their hand. Also check out our Dino Bingo for Littles program.
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Elf on the Shelf Contest Friday, November 24 - December 23 For children up through 5th grade. Twinkle the Elf returns to the library the day after Thanksgiving!
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Kids who find Twinkle the elf in the Children's Deptartment will be entered into a raffle. One entry per child per day.
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in November in-person programs.
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Registration for December in-person programs opens Friday, December 1, at 9:30 AM Register at the library, online, or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2. We cannot accept registration requests via email.
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Drop-In Programs These in-person programs do not require registration -- just show up between the program's start and end times. |
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Falling for Crafts Wednesday, November 15, 4:00 - 6:00 PM For children grades K - 5. Drop in to make a fun fall craft to decorate your house.
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Invitation to Create Saturday, November 25, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM For children ages 4 - 6 AND an adult. Drop in to create something using basic shapes and an idea.
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Playdough Fun! Wednesday, November 29, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM For all children AND an adult. Drop in to have some fun with playdough!
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Tween Game Night Thursday, November 30, 6:30 - 7:30 PM for tweens in grades 4 - 7 Join us for an evening of fun games! Snacks will be served.
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Free Craft Kits available every Saturday All ages, no registration, while supplies last.
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Online Resources: Britannica Escolar & Britannica School Elementary |
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Un excelente recurso digital en español que ayuda a enriquecer el aprendizaje de los estudiantes de primaria.
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Find articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, research tools, recommended websites, and more about any subject.
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Live Tutoring, Writing Lab, SkillSurfer, Language Lab, Chess Tutoring and more.
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Overwhelmed Box a new resource in the Children's Department Does your child feel overwhelmed from noise or people in the library?
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The Children's Department has a box with sensory items that may help. It contains 2 child-sized noise-reduction headphones, a small weighted lap pad, and mindfulness tracing boards. |
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* Get ready to leave with a Helping Hand-Stamp * Children love to play at the library, but sometimes hate to leave. If you think your child might have a meltdown when it's time to go (no judgement, we've been there), ask a Children's Librarian for a Helping Hand-Stamp. This ink stamp on your child's hand can become a part of your leaving routine and a reminder that we'll see them again!
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That means we're a community hub for healthy child and family development, parent and community involvement, and lifelong learning, beginning at birth. So bring your children and explore, play, learn, share books, meet other families, and join some of our early literacy and development programs.
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Kids Birthdays We love to make kids feel special for their birthday!
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During your child's birthday month, let us know at the Children's Desk so we can put their name on a paper candle on the bulletin board birthday cupcake, and give them a birthday sticker.
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Newborn - Pre-K Register in person at the Children's Desk. Read books to your child at your own pace and earn prizes.
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Free Downloadables for Kids! Your child can access ebooks, audiobooks, comics, magazines, movies, tv shows, and music, all with a library card.
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Note: These resources are also available for adults and teens.
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Bright by Text Families and other caregivers receive free text messages. Easy, practical tips and activities to help your young children thrive (from before birth to age eight). Available in English or Spanish.
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To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448.
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DayByDayNY is a fun and educational calendar-website, run by the New York State Library, for young children and their families. You can find daily songs, activities, and videos to share with your young child.
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Your Child's Developmental Milestones Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving "bye-bye" are called developmental milestones. --CDC
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The CDC has created a milestone checklist for children age 2 months through 5 years.
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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
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Library Hours Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
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