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Library News from South Country Library November 16, 2021 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, Thank you to all who gave to our donation-drives during the Great Give Back! The money raised from Pennies for Pets went to the Almost Home Animal Rescue in Patchogue, and the baby items collected were delivered to Lighthouse Mission in Bellport. The Library will close at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 24, and will reopen on Friday, November 26 at 9:30 AM. Happy Thanksgiving, all! South Country Library |
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Our Black Friday Media Sale begins Monday, November 22, in the main hallway. $1 per item! DVDs, CDs, Audio Books, & cookbooks for Thanksgiving recipe ideas. |
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Family Holiday Movie & Pajama Party Registration begins Wednesday, December 1 Event date: Friday, December 17, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Families, join us for a pajama party as we watch The Polar Express, drink hot cocoa, and decorate cookies. Masks required. Seating is very limited -- |
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Gingerbread House registration begins December 1. Pick-up is December 8 through December 11. |
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The Karpenteers: Christmas Collection Concert Friday, December 3, 7:00 PM, in the Library's Community Room The Karpenteers, well known for bringing you the very best music of the Carpenters since 2016, are back for a special holiday show. Featuring some of the most popular holiday songs ever performed and recorded by the Carpenters from their much-loved Christmas Collection, the Karpenteers will fill your hearts with familiar holiday memories as well as the most popular Carpenters melodies of the '70s. |
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Friday, December 3, 2:00 - 8:30 PM or Saturday, December 4, 10:00 - 4:00 PM (no registration -- just drop in) |
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Get your holiday photos taken at the library! Choose from pre-selected backgrounds. Each family will receive digital images via email. No pets, please. Do not wear green as it will interfere with the screen technology. Photos will be taken by library staff, not professional photographers. |
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Please click an age group for program details & registration. |
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Programming Survey Elf on the Shelf Contest In-Person Programs Mother Goose, Storytimes, LEGO® Club, & a Melting Snowman! Craft Kits Thanksgiving Dinner Paper Roll Dragon |
Advanced Battle of the Books Teen Trivia Games Crafternoon Table Top Games Zine Starter Kit Teen Book Club Pan's Labyrinth |
Caring for Yourself Managing Grief & Loss Live Trivia Schitt's Creek Broadway's Back Ugly Sweater Workshop Defensive Driving for adults with differing abilities |
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Winter Warmth Collection
Now through December 1 Drop-off box in the Children's Department
We are collecting NEW scarves,
hats, mittens, gloves, and socks for community members in need. |
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Items will be distributed by the Bellport Hagerman East Patchogue Alliance. |
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Weekly Trivia Congrats to the winners of the previous games: Alexander T for Geography and Tvaz for Shakespeare! |
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Open November 16 - 18 TV Sitcoms: 2000s Can you guess the 2000s sitcom from a single fact about the show? |
Open November 23 - 25 Name that Tune: Jukebox Hits Nov. 24 is National Jukebox Day! Can you name these classic jukebox staples from a few seconds of music? |
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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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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 |
 for most other smartphones & tablets |
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Raeanne Harris 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. |
Tuesdays 5:00 - 8:45 PM at the library. Walk-in or make an appointment. |
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or call the library at 631-286-0818 ext. 1. SMART Recovery® group meetings will return in the future on Tuesday evenings. Watch this space for updates! |
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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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The Library has a Notary Public Call for our notary's availability: 631-286-0818 Fee: $2.00 per notarized signature |
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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. You can also visit our Patron Services desk at the front 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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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 |
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. |
provided by Suffolk Dept. of Health Services. Vaccines are available for everyone age 12 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. |
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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