South Country Library News
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
 
Previous issue: 12/26      Next issue: 1/23
 
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 (grades 4-7).
 
January Calendar:    English     Español
 
 
Start the new year with the 2024 Winter Reading Challenge! Earn chances to win a prize this winter by reading and attending programs. Log your reading and programs here.
All raffle tickets must be turned in by February 29. Winners will be contacted March 1.
 
 
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!
 

 
Craft Kit: Hand Warmers
As of this email, there is ONE kit left!
 
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.
 
 
Teen Advisory Group
Wednesday, January 17, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
 
Share your ideas and help us plan library programs. Earn 1 hour of community service. Click here to register.

Click here to view more community service opportunities.
 

 
Tween Breakout
for Tweens in grades 4-7
Thursday, January 18, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
 
Work as a team to solve the clues and breakout! Snacks will be served.
Click here to register. 
Food served may not be suitable for those with allergies.
 
 
Minecraft Meet-Up
Wednesday, January 24, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
 
Join us for an hour of fun playing Minecraft on our computers. Hang out with other Minecraft enthusiasts while you play the game and compete in-game challenges.
Click here to register.
 
 
 
 
YA Beginner Calligraphy
Saturdays, January 27 and
February 3, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
 
Join us as we learn calligraphy and modern letter writing. Click here to register.
 
 
Snowballs and Hot Chocolate
Wednesday, January 31, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
 
Duck and dodge as we have an indoor snowball fight! When the fighting is over, enjoy a delicious cup of hot chocolate. We will provide the hot chocolate with some traditional (as well as some non-traditional) toppings and snacks. 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
 

 
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.
 
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!
 
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