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South Country Library News Tuesday, November 28, 2023 Previous issue: 11/14 Next issue: 12/12 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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(Las traducciones son de Google.) |
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Hello South Country Community, There's a lot coming up! Friday, December 1 and Saturday, December 9 are big days -- details below. Don't forget to scroll farther for all of our Children, Teen, and Adult programs. We wish you and your loved ones a happy holiday season! South Country Library |
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Decorate a Gingerbread House at the Library! Saturday, December 16 |
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Registration opens Friday, December 1 at 9:30 AM. Register online (below), by phone (631-286-0818 x1), or in person. Decorate an adorable gingerbread house while listening to holiday music. We supply icing, decorations, and a box to take it home. One per teen; one per family. |
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Indoor Concert The New York Vendettas & The Holiday Horns Friday, December 1 7:00 - 8:30 PM |
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Join us in welcoming back The New York Vendettas and The Holiday Horns to ring in the holiday season. The band will play a mix of holiday songs, vintage rock and roll and 60's soul. |
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Winter Warmth Collection
Ends this Friday, December 1
We are collecting NEW scarves, hats, mittens, gloves, slippers, and socks for local families in need.
The collection box is across from the Patron Services Desk. Items will be distributed by the Bellport Hagerman East Patchogue Alliance. |
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Green Screen Holiday Photos
Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Get your holiday photos taken at the library. Choose from preselected backgrounds. Each family will receive digital images via email. |
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Photos will be taken by library staff, not professional photographers. Please do not wear green as it interferes with the screen. No pets, please. |
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South Bay Art Association Holiday Craft Fair Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday, December 10, 12:30 - 3:00 PM |
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Come support your local artists and craftspeople by shopping for unique, handmade gifts! |
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Black Friday Media Sale $1 per item. Buy 4 items, get 2 free! Our used media sale includes DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, books, & cookbooks. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Twinkle the Elf Tween Game Night (for grades 4 - 7) December In-Person Programs (opens 12/1) Wood Slice Ornaments Baby Start Series and more! Drop-in Programs Playdough Fun! Card-Making Craft Take-Home Craft Kits Cotton Ball Polar Bears Hanukkah Mobile Snowman Paper Plate Ugly Sweater Collage Online Resource: What Should I Read Next? |
November Raffle: Game Pieces December Book Box: Puzzles Tween Game Night (for grades 4 - 7) Community Service: Holiday Letters for Seniors Green Screen Volunteers YA Movie: Elf Take-Home Craft: Salt Dough Ornaments YA Book Discussion: A Study in Charlotte |
Computer & Smartphone Class Thursday Movie The Shop Around the Corner Oppenheimer DIY Jewelry/ Ornament Apple Spice Bread Defensive Driving Enrichment Kits ESOL Resources Support Groups SMART Recovery® Dementia Caregivers |
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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 Guggenheim Museum 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 and Give or Take Food Pantry If you are able, please donate items such as shampoo, soap, gloves, socks, period products, dental products, and/or non-perishable, unexpired food. The Community Cabinet and Food Pantry donation bin located 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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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. |
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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 notarize 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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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. |
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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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