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Library News from South Country Library July 26, 2022 Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another. |
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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Two computers are available for kids to use in the Children's Department. Some toys and games are also available for play. |
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There's still time to register for the Children's Summer Reading Club earn prizes just by reading! |
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Dental Health Information Table Tuesday, August 9, 9:45 AM - 4:00 PM Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine pediatric and general dental residents will be in the Children's Department to answer your questions. Free, no registration, adults welcome. Click here for more. |
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August In-Person Programs Registration for in-person programs opens Monday, August 1. Our in-person programs are the following: |
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- Mother Goose
- Under the Sea Art!
- Fancy Fish Story & Craft
- Salt Dough Starfish
- Pajama Storytime
- LEGO® Club
- Meet the Little Mermaid
- Train Time at the Long Island Live Streamers
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- Pirate Ship Scene
- Preschool Readiness
- It's Pizza Time at Cafe Costello
- PlayHooray®
- Decorate Your Initial
- Pajamas and a Movie
- Backstage Pass to the Gateway Playhouse
- Seashell Art
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Register at the library, by phone (631-286-0818 ext. 2), or online. Programs take place downstairs in our community room unless otherwise indicated. |
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Featured In-Person Programs |
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Meet the Little Mermaid Monday, August 15, 6:00 - 6:45 PM The Little Mermaid will visit be visiting the library! She'll read & sing and take photos with the children. Kids can dress up if they want. Space is limited, so each child must be registered to attend. For children ages 18 months - 10 years with an adult. |
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If you registered for the July session of Meet the Little Mermaid, please do not register for the August session so that other families get a chance to attend. Thank you. |
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Train Time at the Long Island Live Steamers Tuesday, August 16, 10:30 - 11:00 AM |
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All Aboard for Train Time! This event is taking place at Long Island Live Steamers at Southaven County Park, Gerard Road Entrance, Brookhaven. For children ages 2 - 5 years with an adult. |
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Per their safety rules, LI Live Steamers requires that a child must be able to walk independently in order to ride the mini train. Trains have limited capacity; we cannot guarantee a train ride for extra children. |
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Preschool Readiness Wednesday, August 17, 6:00 - 7:00 PM Enjoy this fun school readiness program by A Time for Kids featuring music, movement, fine and gross motor skill development and storytelling. For children ages 2 - 5 years with an adult. |
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This week is Harry Potter Week!
Come to the library to celebrate Harry Potter! Photo opportunities, activity sheets, and giveaways will be available while supplies last. |
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Newborn - Pre-K Register in person at the Children's Desk. Read books to your child at your own pace and earn prizes. |
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Take-Home Craft & Activity Kits Kits are available for pick-up as soon as registration begins, while supplies last. Register in-person, by phone (631-286-0818 x2), or online. |
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Paper Plate Puffer Fish For children in grades K - 2. Make a cute and colorful puffer fish to hang out under the sea. |
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Under the Sea Lacing Busy Bag For children ages 2 - 4 years. Lace fun sea-themed shapes to help build motor and visual skills. |
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Silly Stickers Craft For children ages 2.5 - 5 years. Create a fun scene using the stickers provided. |
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Flying Spaceship For children in grades K - 2. A paper craft that will blast off with a colorful spaceship and yarn. |
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More Free Craft Kits Wednesdays & Saturdays in July & August. All ages, no registration, while supplies last. |
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Kids Birthdays We love to make kids feel special for their birthday! |
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During your child's birthday month, let us know at the Children's Desk so we can put their name on a paper candle on the bulletin board birthday cupcake, and give them a birthday sticker. |
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Don't forget about our Free Downloadables for Kids! |
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Bright by Text Families and other caregivers can receive free text messages with practical tips and activities for children from before birth to age eight. Available in English or Spanish. |
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To sign up, text FAMILYPLACE to 274448. |
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From Brainfuse HelpNow comes for students in grades 3 - 12. |
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Research shows that even a small amount of time spent on academics over the course of the summer makes a difference. The purpose of the Skills Camp is not to overwhelm students with a comprehensive survey of each academic topic, but to focus on areas that are academically significant, generated the most tutoring questions over the course of the school year, and do not require a significant time commitment over summer vacation. |
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provided by Suffolk Dept. of Health Services. Vaccines are available for everyone age 6 months and older at vaccination clinics around the county and at home for people confined to their homes. Visit the above link or call 311. |
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22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713
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Library Hours Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Sun: Closed for the Summer Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pmSun: Closed for the Summer |
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