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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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(Las traducciones son de Google.) |
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Hello South Country Community, Teens, sign yourself up for a Sci-Fi Book Box, get crafty with Diamond Painting, and earn community service hours at our Teen Advisory Group. The Library will be closed on Monday, February 19, for Presidents' Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, February 20 at 9:30 AM. |
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South Country Library News Survey If you haven't yet done so, 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. Even if you're absolutely satisfied with this e-newsletter, we want to hear from you. (By the way, thanks to all who have completed the survey so far!) |
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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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Black History Month Concert
Rhonda Denét Ladies of Motown Friday, February 16, 7:00 - 8:15 PM |
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Songs from the '60s and '70s — Celebrate the Ladies of Motown with a collection of hits by the female singing groups, solo artists, and songwriters who helped to introduce the world to the Motown sound. Listen to classics from the 1960s and 70s by The Supremes, The Marvelettes, Martha & The Vandellas, Mary Wells, Kim Weston, Tammi Terrell, and more. Please register in advance. |
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Wednesdays: February 28, March 13, and April 10 |
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To register, come to the Reference Desk or call 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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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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February In-Person Programs Storytime Yoga, Family Yoga, and more! Take-Home Craft Kits Online Resource: Biography Reference Bank Board Games Toys for Older Kids Overwhelmed Box |
Winter Reading Challenge February Raffle: Football Teams February Book Box: Science Fiction Craft Kit: Diamond Painting Community Service: Teen Advisory Group YA Book Discussion: I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys BrainFuse HelpNow live tutoring and more 100 Books Before Graduation |
What Happens Later The Holdovers The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals: Song & Dance The LI Witchcraft Trial of Goody Garlick Conversation Skills for English Learners Understanding Wills and Trusts Basic Skills for Smartphone & Tablet Adult Book Discussion Nora Goes off Script Scott Joplin: King of Ragtime |
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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. |
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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 20 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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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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