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Library News

from South Country Library

January 11, 2022

Building community by sharing the wonders of learning, creating, and connecting with one another.

Hello South Country Community,

Families with children, start the new year by tackling our Winter Reading Challenge! Plus more great in-person programs and take-home kits.

Adults, don't forget that we're still offering remote programs that you can engage with from the comfort of home. And spread the word -- we're hosting a pizza night for adults ages 18-34 who are interested in developing library programs.

Teens, earn an hour of community service just by learning about your local government. Plus, sign up for our new monthly Book Box program -- get a book to borrow and goodies to keep!

Brr it's cold! We hope you're keeping warm.

~ South Country Library

Special Events at the Library

Blood Drive

Tuesday, January 25

1:00 - 7:00 PM

Click here for details

Job Fair

Tuesday, February 15

Mark your calendar --

more info to come!

Betty White Challenge

In memory of the beloved Betty White,

a lifelong animal advocate,

we are collecting donations for

Almost Home Animal Rescue.

Our donation jar is on the Patron Services

desk at the front of the library.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES

Please click an age group for program details & registration.

CHILDREN

Winter Reading Challenge

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

In-Person Programs

Mother Goose

Toddler Storytime

Snowy Owl Story & Craft

PlayHooray®

Lego® Club

Craft & Activity Kits

Toddler Pudding Paint

Winter Scene Diorama

What Would Piggie

& Elephant Say?

Free Museum Passes

TEENS

NEW! Book Box

January Raffle

International Food

Teen Trivia

Science Fiction

Craft Kit:

Mini Book Charm

Teen Advisory Group

Local

Government 101

Teen Book Club

The Inheritance Games

by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

ADULTS

Computer & Smartphone Class

Adult Book Discussion

Winter Driving

Decide What Stays

& What Goes

New Adult Committee

Financial Wellness

Debt & Budgeting

Writer's Workshop

Enrichment Kit

Rainbow Stress Ball

Weekly Trivia

Congrats to the winners of the previous games:

Julie M won Name that Tune: 2021, and CK won 2021!

Open January 11 - 13

Musicians

Can you name the band from a photo of them on tour?

Click here to play!

Open January 18 - 20

US Landmarks

In which of the fifty states are these landmarks?

Click here to play!

Each game is available to the first twenty participants,

and closes at 9:00 PM on the last day.

SMART Recovery® starts on January 19

Wednesdays at 7:00 PM, at the Library

SMART Recovery® is science-based support for those with any addiction/addictive behavior to learn tools and create a personal plan for change.

SMART Recovery® Family and Friends

SMART Recovery® Family and Friends meetings will be available to library patrons at a nearby library (January start date, location & time T.B.D.). Learn tools to better cope with a loved one’s addictive behavior. Call us/check our website for details.

Our Give or Take Food Pantry

is located in the lobby, and available for those in need to obtain food items anytime the library is open.

We have a bin in the lobby where you can donate non-perishable food to help keep the pantry stocked. Thank you for your generosity!

Library notary services are unavailable at present.

You may call the library for assistance in finding local notaries.

Notice for OverDrive Users:

Overdrive is Being Replaced

If you use the OverDrive app to borrow ebook & audiobooks, it's time to switch to Libby.

OverDrive is being phased out; the Libby app will replace it in the coming months.

Most users find Libby easier to use and the same titles are available there. Need help switching over? Call or come to the library.

for iPhones and iPads

for most other smartphones & tablets

Renew or Apply for a New Library Card on Our Website

South Country Library patrons may renew their card or apply for a new one online. Images of photo ID & address verification are required. Or visit our Patron Services desk at the front of the library for the same service.

Services for Veterans and Job-Seekers

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.

Both above services provide live virtual assistance

every day from 2:00 - 11:00 PM. A current library card is required.

Résumé & Cover

Letter Assistance

from

South Country Library

Job & Career

Counseling

from

Patchogue-Medford Library

Past Webinars from South Country Library

Emergency Broadband Internet Benefit Program

If you need assistance affording broadband (fast & reliable) internet, click above to learn more about eligibility & apply.

Note: This temporary assistance program is provided by the federal government, not South Country Library.

COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance

COVID-19 Vaccination

Appointment Assistance for Seniors age 60+.

Call Reference for assistance

631-286-0818 ext. 1.

We cannot guarantee we'll be able to get you an appointment. Vaccinations do not take place at the library. South Country Library cardholders only.

COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments & Info

provided by Suffolk Dept. of Health Services.

Vaccines are available for everyone age 5 and older at vaccination clinics around the county and at home for people confined to their homes.

Visit the above link or call 311.