South Country Library News
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
 
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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
 
Calendar for January:
English     Español
 

 
January Raffle:
Movie Characters
Can you names these
popular movie characters?
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. January's theme: New Year, New Book!
 

 
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.
 
 
Craft Kit: Hand Warmers
Pick up starts Tuesday, January 9
 
Stay warm this winter with a homemade hand-warmer! The kit contains all materials needed to complete the craft. Click here to register.
 
 
 
YA Movie & Pizza: Barbie
Friday, January 12, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
 
Join us for a slice of pizza with friends as we watch the blockbuster movie, Barbie! Click here to register and watch the trailer.
 
To live in Barbie Land is to be a perfect being in a perfect place. Unless you have a full-on existential crisis. Or you’re a Ken.
 
 
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.
 

 
Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning Skills
 
Live Tutoring, Writing Lab,
SkillSurfer, Language Lab,
Chess Tutoring and more.
 
 
 
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!
 

 
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.
 
 
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
 

 
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.
 
 
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.
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