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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.
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(Las traducciones son de Google.)
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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. Brr it's cold! We hope you're keeping warm. |
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Special Events at the Library
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Blood Drive Tuesday, January 25 1:00 - 7:00 PM
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Job Fair Tuesday, February 15 Mark your calendar -- more info to come!
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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.
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration.
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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?
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NEW! Book Box January Raffle International Food Teen Trivia Science Fiction Local Government 101 Teen Book Club The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
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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
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Weekly Trivia Congrats to the winners of the previous games: Julie M won Name that Tune: 2021, and CK won 2021!
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Open January 11 - 13 Musicians Can you name the band from a photo of them on tour?
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Open January 18 - 20 US Landmarks In which of the fifty states are these landmarks?
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Each game is available to the first twenty participants, and closes at 9:00 PM on the last day.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Library notary services are unavailable at present. You may call the library for assistance in finding local notaries.
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Notice for OverDrive Users: Overdrive is Being Replaced
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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.
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Most users find Libby easier to use and the same titles are available there. Need help switching over? Call or come to the library.
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for iPhones and iPads
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for most other smartphones & tablets
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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.
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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.
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Provides various tools to help with every step of the job search including résumé assistance, interview preparation, and career planning.
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Both above services provide 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
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Patchogue-Medford Library
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Past Webinars from South Country Library
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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.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Assistance
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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.
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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.
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22 Station Road Bellport, NY 11713 (631) 286-0818 sctylib.org Download our app for your phone or tablet.
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Library Hours Mon-Fri: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm Sat: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm Curbside pickup available Mon-Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pmSun: 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm
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