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SMART Recovery

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Event Details:

A self-empowering, abstinence based support group for anyone recovering from addiction and addictive behaviors (alcoholism, drug abuse/addiction, gambling addiction, etc.).

DINO-vember Scavenger Hunt [Children]

9:30am - 5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Please note the library closes early at 5 pm today, Wednesday, November 27.

Creative Fun! [Children AND an adult]

10:00am - 12:00pm
Children
Drop-in, In-person
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Drop-in, In-person
Event Details:

For children AND an adult. No registration, drop in between 10:00 am - 12:00 noon to use dot markers, crayons and cutouts to make an interesting collage. Dress for mess.

Thanksgiving Eve

5:00pm - 9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
South Country Library
Description:

The Library is closing early in observance of the holiday eve.

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
South Country Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.

DINO-vember Scavenger Hunt [Children]

All Day 11/29 - 11/30
Children
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

For children, all through November. We're celebrating dinosaurs during the month of November, so participate in our DINO-vember Scavenger Hunt! Find the dinosaurs and get a dinosaur stamp on your hand.

Winter Warmth Collection

All Day 11/29 - 11/30
Children, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Community Service
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community Service
Event Details:

Each year the library collects NEW scarves, gloves, mittens, socks, hats, slippers to help local families in need. There will be a collection basket across from the Patron Services Desk. We will be collecting items from November 1 through 30.

Elf on the Shelf Contest [Children]

All Day 11/29 - 12/23
Children
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

For children. Twinkle, the elf returns on November 29. Find (but don't touch!) the elf, tell a Children's Librarian, and we'll enter you into a raffle. One entry per child per day.

Bridge

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Event Details:

Gather with fellow players for an afternoon of Bridge. 

*No registration required. Not an instructional class. Please sign attendance sheet.*

Bingo

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Games and Trivia
Open
Registration
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games and Trivia
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Kick off the weekend with this friendly game of chance–and the chance to win fun prizes.

Craft Kit Giveaway [All ages]

All Day
Children
Kits
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Kits
Event Details:

All ages, no registration, while supplies last. Pick up a simple craft kit in the Children's Dept. Because of demand, there is a limit of 5 kits per family. Please only take what you need.

Books & Bagels (Book Discussion)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Book Discussion
Open
Registration
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly book discussion! This month, we will be reading The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman. Bagels, coffee, and tea will be served.

Holiday Frame Decorating [K-5th]

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
In-person
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

For K-5th. Decorate a frame to share with someone special.

Registration for this in-person program opens on November 1 at 9:30 am. Register at the library, online, or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2.

December Enrichment: Cotton Ball Stamped Snowman

All Day
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Enrichment, Kits
Library Branch: South Country Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Enrichment, Kits
Event Details:

Enrichment Kits [South Country card required]

Monthly kits for Adults with Special Needs.

Please let us know of any allergies or specific accommodations needed.

Register and pick-up starting 12/2.

Registration for IN-PERSON December Children's programs opens

All Day
Children
In-person
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Event Details:

Registration for Children's IN-PERSON December programs opens on December 2 at 9:30 am. (Registration date is later because of the Sunday). Register at the library, online, or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2.

A Book on Every Bed [Children]

12/02/2024 @ 9:30am - 12/07/2024 @ 4:45pm
Children
Drop-in
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Drop-in
Event Details:

For children newborn - 5th grade who live in the South Country District. 

December 2nd - 7th

Chair Yoga

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Exercise, In-person
Closed
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Kate for gentle yoga using a chair to aid in strength, balance, flexibility and mental well-being. This class is accessible for all bodies and abilities; no experience is necessary. 

4 classes; $16

Disclaimer(s)

EXERCISE PROGRAM DISCLAIMER

By registering for this program, I hereby release the South Country Library, its trustees, employees, and agents, from any and all liability from any accident or claim of injury and/or property damage incurred by me as a result of my participation in the exercise programs held by the Library. I agree to assume any and all risks associated with my participation in the programs and I represent that my physician has certified that I am physically capable of participating in the programs for which I enroll. I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing release, am executing it knowingly, voluntarily, willfully and free from any coercion, and am fully aware of its contents and legal effects.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Help and Information
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Study Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Help and Information
Event Details:

Meets in Study Room A in the Reference Area

Book & Brew (Book Discussion)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Book Discussion
Cancelled
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for this special book discussion at the Bellport Brewery! We'll be chatting about Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. You can pick your copy of the book up at the Reference desk. Bellport Brewing Co.

ESOL Class

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
ESOL
Open
Registration
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ESOL
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join our instructor, Maurice Williams from Stony Brook University, for this free weekly class for English learners. Classes will focus on practicing speaking, reading, and writing. All skill levels are welcome!

Melted Snowman Craft KIT [2-5 years]

9:45am - 11:45pm
Children
Kits
Registration
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Kits
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

For ages 2-5 years. Children will create a snowman picture using different paper shapes and glue.

Registration for this kit opens December 3 at 9:30 am. Register at the library, online, or by phone at 631-286-0818 x2.  

3D Printing

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens, Tweens
Technology
Open
Registration
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Use Tinkercad to design a 3D object. All completed objects will be printed on the 3D Printer at a later date.

Social Work Intern

4:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Event Details:

Our social work student intern from Stony Brook University provides patrons with information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.

Yoga

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Exercise
Closed
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Sabrina Perrino instructs yoga with a mindful approach. Pose modifications available. Balance breath and movement to find synchronicity. 

6 classes; $24

Disclaimer(s)

EXERCISE PROGRAM DISCLAIMER

By registering for this program, I hereby release the South Country Library, its trustees, employees, and agents, from any and all liability from any accident or claim of injury and/or property damage incurred by me as a result of my participation in the exercise programs held by the Library. I agree to assume any and all risks associated with my participation in the programs and I represent that my physician has certified that I am physically capable of participating in the programs for which I enroll. I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing release, am executing it knowingly, voluntarily, willfully and free from any coercion, and am fully aware of its contents and legal effects.