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South Country Library News Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Previous issue: 1/23 Next issue: 2/20 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS |
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Thursday Movies in the Library Community Room downstairs at 2:00 PM. Cookies will be available. |
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Thursday, February 8 2023, Comedy/Romance Rated R, 1h 44m |
Thursday, February 15 2023, Comedy/Drama Rated R, 2h 13m |
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The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals: Song & Dance
Wednesday, February 7, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Celebrate Hollywood musical glory. Informed presenter Keith Crocker takes you back to the greats like Carmen Miranda, Judy Garland, Fred Astaire, and Gene Kelly, with clips of Singing in the Rain, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, The Sound of Music, and so much more. |
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The Long Island
Witchcraft Trial of Goody Garlick Wednesday, February 7, 7:00 - 8:00 PM |
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The Salem witch trials began in 1692. More than three decades earlier, Long Island had its very own witchcraft trial -- the trial of Goody Garlick. Dr. Tara Rider, a senior lecturer at Stony Brook University, presents this program on the trial and its context -- the stresses of 17th century life, why women were targets, and why the fear of witches existed. Click here to register. Limited seating -- as of this email, there are 6 seats left. |
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Conversation Skills for English Learners Every Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00 PM |
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Practice your English conversation skills and improve vocabulary and grammar. |
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Understanding Wills and Trusts
Friday, February 9, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Representatives from Feldman, Kramer and Monaco law office discuss wills, trusts, probate, and Medicaid, as well as how to plan for the future and avoid caregiver stress disorder. Click here to register. |
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Limited seating -- as of this email, there are 5 seats left. |
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Smartphone & Tablet: Basic Skills
Wednesdays, 7:00 - 8:30 PM Click the dates below to register for individual classes. Bring your smartphone and/or tablet.
Feb. 14 - Get clarification on confusing jargon, icons, and device Settings. Feb. 21 - Make/receive phone calls and text messages, and use Contacts. Feb. 28 - Learn how to send/receive email and effectively search the Internet. |
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Books and Bagels Book discussions with complimentary bagels, coffee, & tea. Nora Goes Off Script Saturday, February 17 10:00 - 11:00 AM |
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Scott Joplin: King of Ragtime
Thursday, February 29, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Composer and pianist Scott Joplin brought ragtime music to the forefront in the early 20th century. Join Dan Lupo on Zoom to learn what made ragtime special, examine Joplin's life, and hear pieces by the king of ragtime. |
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Enrichment Kits for Adults with Special Needs Call or stop by the Reference Desk with your library card. |
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February Kit Valentine Gnome Open for registration and pickup. March Kit Flower Painting Open for registration, pick up March 1. |
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Support Groups Both groups meet in Study Room A in the Reference Area. |
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SMART Recovery® Group Every Tuesday at 7:00 PM. Join our South Country group if you are recovering from addiction and looking for support. For people age 18+. Anonymous; no registration. Click here for more information. |
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group February 12, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Join our Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Support Group, presented by Family & Children's Association and Parker Jewish Institute’s Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands, for caregivers of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Meetings provide these caregivers opportunities to meet with others, participate in educational programs, and have questions answered about their loved one's care. |
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Registration is required: Call (516) 292-1300 ext. 2264 or email randerson@fcali.org Funded by NYS Department of Health |
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Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 PM |
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No registration required. Please sign in at each session. |
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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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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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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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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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