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South Country Library News Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Previous issue: 2/6 Next issue: 3/5 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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P.S. Starting on Friday, March 1st, Solar Eclipse Glasses will be available to South Country Library cardholders for the April 8 Eclipse. Glasses will be available at the Patron Services desk while supplies last. |
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Wednesdays: March 13 and April 10. Registration required. Open to all (cardholders and non-cardholders) |
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To register, come to the Reference Desk or call 631-286-0818 ext. 1. Requirements: Earned $73k or less in 2023, have basic computer skills, and can bring a smartphone, tablet, or laptop with access to your email account. Click here for details. |
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 South Country Library is Certified Sustainable |
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We are proud to share that we are officially certified sustainable by the Sustainable Libraries Initiative! The library has taken steps and shown that we are dedicated to being environmentally conscious, a resilient community hub, socially equitable, a partner for local organizations and businesses to work with to ensure access to valuable services throughout the community, and more. |
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Community Resource Fair Wednesday, March 20, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM We'll be hosting an array of organizations from our area that can help you. Each organization will have a table located in the main corridor of our building where they can showcase their various programs and services. |
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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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Last Chance! 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. Even if you're satisfied with this e-newsletter, we want to hear from you. (Thanks to all who have completed the survey so far!) |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Winter Reading Challenge Tween Game Night: Wii Bowling Jar of Hearts Contest Crayon Scavenger Hunt February In-Person Programs Registration starts 3/1 Mother's Group, Parent Child Workshop, Yoga, and more! Drop-In Program: Chalk Fun Take-Home Craft Kits Paper Plate Dinosaur Pete the Cat Craft Color Matching Busy Bag and more! Parent Resources Board Games Toys for Older Kids Overwhelmed Box |
Winter Reading Challenge February Raffle: Football Teams Tween Game Night: Wii Bowling Pizza & a Movie: Pokémon: Detective Pikachu Minecraft Meet-Up Community Service: Seed Sorting BrainFuse HelpNow live tutoring and more 100 Books Before Graduation |
The Shawshank Redemption Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid Conversation Skills for English Learners Open Mic Afternoon Senior Advocate Smartphone & Tablet: Basic Skills Scott Joplin: King of Ragtime Acoustic Jam Defensive Driving Writer's Workshop The Sweet Side of Ireland Take-and-Make Jewelry Craft Kit Exercise Programs Chair Yoga, Yoga, Qigong Book & Brew Enrichment Kits |
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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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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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Community Mental Health Support Every 1st Wednesday of the month. Next date: March 6. 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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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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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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