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South Country Library News Tuesday, January 23, 2024 Previous issue: 1/9 Next issue: 2/6 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, Hey you! Yes, YOU! This e-newsletter may get a makeover later this year, and we need your input. Please click here to take a 5-minute survey about Library News: what you use it for and how we can make it better for you. Your response will be anonymous -- be honest! Thank you very much. |
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Wednesdays: February 28, March 13, and April 10 |
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Registration begins Thursday, February 1. Call Reference at 631-286-0818 ext. 1. - South Country Library cardholders
- Earned $73k or less in 2023
- Have basic computer skills
- Bring a smartphone, tablet, or laptop with access to your email account
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Community Mental Health Support Every 1st Wednesday of the month. Next date: February 7. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the main corridor. |
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A representative from the YES nonprofit's Community Mental Health Promotion & Support team will be here to inform patrons about their mental health services. Stop by for free giveaways! Visit the YES website for more. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Winter Reading Challenge Winter BirdsScavenger Hunt Jar of Hearts Contest January In-Person Programs Storytime Yoga Family Yoga and more! February In-Person Programs Registration begins 2/1 I Love You to the Moon and Back Happy Birthday, Mo Willems and more! Take-Home Craft Kits Fire Breathing Dragon Shapes Concept Kit Love Bugs Elephant and Piggie Puppets Pizza My Heart and more! Online Resource: NoveList K-8 Plus |
Winter Reading Challenge January Raffle: Movie Characters February Book Box: Science Fiction Beginner Calligraphy Snowballs & Hot Chocolate Community Service: Valentines for Seniors Starry Night Painting YA Book Discussion: I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys BrainFuse HelpNow live tutoring and more 100 Books Before Graduation |
Some Like It Hot The Creator Snowflake Button Art Kit Rights for Women Workers in NYS Intro to Acrylic Pouring Conversation Skills for English Learners Bingo Defensive Driving Crafting Circle Your Sleep & Health The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals: Song & Dance The LI Witchcraft Trial of Goody Garlick Understanding Wills and Trusts Enrichment Kits Jan: Snowflake Button Feb: Valentine Gnome Support Groups SMART Recovery® Dementia Caregivers |
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Oscars 2024 Contest Are you a movie buff and love the Academy Awards? From now until March 9, submit your predictions for the major award categories. The participant who guesses the most award categories correctly will be the winner.
The winner will receive a gift card to the Plaza Cinema in Patchogue and a copy of the book Oscar Wars by Michael Schulman. Be sure to tune into the Oscars on Sunday, March 10th to see who wins!
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Museum Passes & Discount Tickets |
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The Library offers free passes to various 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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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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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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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 are 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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