South Country Library News
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
 
Previous issue: 11/28      Next issue: 12/26
 
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 program.
Click here to view our December calendar
 

 
Decorate a Gingerbread House!
Saturday, December 16, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
 
Decorate an adorable gingerbread house while listening to holiday music. We supply icing, decorations, and a box to take it home.
One per teen. Register here.

 
December Raffle: Toys
Can you name these popular toys?
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. December's theme: Puzzles
 
 
My Intent Jewelry
Wednesday, December 20,
5:30 - 6:30 PM
 
What word inspires or defines you? Stamp your word and make a piece of jewelry or a keychain. Click here to register.
 
 
 
Virtual Reality
Wednesday, December 27,
7:00 - 8:30 PM
 
Play virtual games and explore new worlds with the library's VR system.
Click here to register.
 
 
Tween Movie Night
Thursday, December 28,
6:30 - 8:30 PM
 
For tweens in grades 4 - 7.
Join us to watch a movie! Attendees will vote from a selection of titles to watch.
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 and Education
Available from the Apple App Store and Android Google Play for your mobile devices, or on the web from your computer. 
Search and filter for interests and 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
 

 
Renew or Apply for a New Library Card on Our Website
South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID and address verification are required. Or visit our Patron Services desk at the front of the library for the same service.

 
Résumé & Cover
Letter Assistance
from
South Country Library
 
Job & Career
Counseling
from
Patchogue-Medford Library
 
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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