Weekly eNewsletter
Week of December 7, 2020
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COME ON IN, WE'RE OPEN!
Visit in-person | Browse the collection | Use computers, copy & fax machine | 24/7 Pickup lockers
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Kids Crafts-To-Go will continue to be offered throughout the month. Pick up your craft kits when you visit the Children’s Department. |
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS |
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Dance! Dance! Dance!
Monday, December 14 to Sunday, December 20 via Facebook
Children ages 18-35 months.
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Dance Party for Preschoolers
Monday, December 14 to Sunday, December 20 via Facebook
Join Great South Bay Dance for a fun-filled dance class perfect for your littlest mover. Children ages 3-5 years old.
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Miss Kathy
Join Miss Kathy every Friday at 10:00am and 10:30am on Facebook for special online episodes of baby and toddler programs, which include fun, play, and learning.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR KIDS |
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Name These Classic Video Games!
Test your knowledge and see how you rank with Kahoot! This is fun for the whole family and will be sure to spark a discussion. Play Friday, 12/11-Sunday, 12/13.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS |
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Parenting a Second Time Around (PASTA)
Tuesday, December 15, 8:00pm via Zoom
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Join our support group for grandparents raising grandchildren. Find resources and expert information from our guest speakers. Register now.
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Meet with our Social Work Intern |
A social work intern (fluent in English and Spanish) is available to help you find answers to questions regarding food stamps, emergency services, employment opportunities, and other issues. Appointments will be available Thursday, December 10 from 12:00-5:00pm. Sign up here.
*Please see the Adult and Literacy Department for more appointment times.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON |
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Art Club
Wednesday, December 9, 6:00-8:00pm
Come down to the Teen Department to work on your art projects with the art cart, while chatting with your friends.
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Illustrators Workshop
Friday, December 11, 4:00-5:00pm
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with Mr. Casper and fellow library artists. Sign up now.
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NATURE WALK MEETUP
Friday, December 11, 3:00-4:00pm
Join Sam and Kyle for a masked nature walk at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, located at 340 Smith Road in Shirley. We will meet by the Wertheim sign. Sign up now.
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VIRTUAL CRAFTING, GAMING & MORE |
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Visit the teen department to pick up your craft kit, and then follow along with Ms. Erica’s tutorial on YouTube.
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Winter Luminaries on December 14
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Painted Wood Ornaments on December 21
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DIY Hand Warmers on December 28
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Trivia Tuesday: Disney Channel Original Movies
Tuesday, December 8
How well do you know popular K-Pop bands? Test your knowledge with Kahoot!
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Let's Play Animal Crossing New Horizons
Wednesday, December 9, 6:00-7:00pm
See how many snowflakes you can catch and trade holiday DIY recipes. Sign up now to receive the Dodo code and log in with your Switch.
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Let's Play Jackbox Games!
Wednesday, December 9, 7:30-8:30pm
Play these hysterical games with the TSD staff! We have Jackbox Party Pack 6 and Party Pack 3. Join us via Zoom ID 861 6844 1338 or watch on Twitch.
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Mario Kart Tournament
Friday, December 11, 5:00-6:00pm
Sign up now to join the race and receive tournament information.
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Netflix Party
Friday, December 11, 6:00pm
Join us in watching The Prom, an adaptation of the hit Broadway musical on Netflix. Sign up now to receive the link to join our watch party!
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Graphic Novel Book Discussion
Tuesday, December 15, 3:00-4:00pm
This month we will be discussing My Hero Academia, Vol. 1. Sign up now for your copy and Zoom info.
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ADVANCED BATTLE OF THE BOOKS |
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Teens in grades 9-12 who have a love of reading and competition are invited to be part of our battle team. We will compete with libraries across Suffolk County in April 2021 via Zoom. If you are interested, email Ms. Kyle at skyle@communitylibrary.org for more information.
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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DIY CANDY CANE WREATH
Wednesday, December 9, 7:00-8:15pm via Facebook
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JOB AND CAREEER COUNSELING
Get in-person help with resumes, job searches, interviewing techniques, and explore career options with our Career Counselor. Register for your one-hour appointment by clicking on the desired time or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 240.
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SMALL BUSINESS MENTORING
Are you an entrepreneur or small business owner seeking business advice? Speak with a SCORE business mentor via Zoom. Register for your one-hour appointment by clicking on the desired time or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 240.
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One Day in December by Josie Silver
Tuesday, December 15, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom
Jack and Laurie “meet” at a bus stop and continue to circle each other’s lives, seemingly fated to be together, except not actually managing it...for a decade. A tale that takes place over 10 consecutive Christmases, One Day in December is an unforgettable love story, perfect for this time of year.
Register now to discuss One Day in December by Josie Silver.
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HISTORICAL VIRTUAL TOUR
Genesee Country Village & Museum is the largest and most comprehensive living history museum in NYS. Founded in 1966 with the goal of preserving the architecture of the Genesee Valley region and providing context for the telling of NYS and 19th-century American history, the museum now encompasses 600 acres.
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WE RECOMMEND: EBOOK EDITION
Long Island Food: A history from family farms & oysters to craft spirits
Beyond its crowded highways, Long Island serves up a plentiful, eclectic bounty with a side of history. Enticing appetites from Nassau to Montauk, food writer and L.I native, T.W. Barritt explores how immigrant families built a still thriving agricultural community. Check out your digital copy today from Hoopla, Libby, or Overdrive.
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MEET WITH OUR SOCIAL WORK INTERN |
Each Wednesday, from 5-9 PM, you may book an appointment to meet with our social work intern via Zoom. Sign up now for Wednesday, December 9 @ 5:00, 6:00, 7:00 or 8:00pm. |
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KAHOOT! TRIVIA: EAST COAST STATE ABBREVIATIONS |
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An abbreviation is a shorten form of a word or phrase. Each of the 50 states has a unique abbreviation, especially helpful when reading or writing addresses. Test your knowledge of East Coast state abbreviations with this week’s Kahoot game. Click here to play until Tuesday, 12/8. Good luck and have fun!
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UNITED STATES CITIZENSHIP |
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Every 10 years, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updates the naturalization test to ensure it accurately assess applicants’ knowledge of U.S. history, government, and values. The decennial update went into effect on December 1, 2020. Visit the USCIS website for more information.
If you’re eligible and interested in becoming an American citizen, you can participate in our Citizenship Preparation class. A new session begins on January 11, 2021. Stop by, or call, the Literacy office at 631-399-1511 ext. 220 or email LiteracyServices@communitylibrary.org for more information.
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Each Monday, from 5-9 PM, you may book an appointment to meet with our social work intern via Zoom.
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Ud. puede reservar una cita para los lunes con nuestra trabajadora social interna. La reunion es a través de Zoom.
Todavía hay cupo para el registro de la próxima semana 12/14 at 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, or 8:00pm
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CUSTOMER RESOURCE SERVICES
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STOCKING STUFFERS
Give the gift of an experience this holiday season, for a trip to the Long Island Aquarium. Discount tickets are available for purchase in-person at the front desk for $20 per ticket.
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It may be getting quite chilly outside, but your requested items will be cozy and warm in our contact-free lockers. Request items online or by calling 631-399-1511 and be sure to choose Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library Lockers as your pickup location.
Patrons must have their library card or barcode in order to access their locker.
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STUDY AND TUTOR ROOMS REOPENED |
MMSCL cardholders may now request the use of study rooms. Apply here.
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HAPPINESS IS HAVING YOUR OWN LIBRARY CARD |
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Online Library Card Services
Apply for, renew, or replace your library card all from the comfort of your home with online card services!
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Have a Question About Your Library Card? |
Call 631-399-1511 ext 282
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THE DIGITAL LIBRARY
Available 24/7 from anywhere with your MMSCL Card
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eBooks, Audiobooks, Movies, TV Shows, Full Music Albums
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Collection of thousands of eBooks and Audiobooks
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Over 100 titles of popular magazines to download from
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Stream from millions of songs & download 5 free songs per week
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Kanopy features award-winning films, & documentaries
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(formally OneClick Digital) collection of eAudiobooks from Recorded Books
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Creativebug has thousands of award-winning arts & crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
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407 William Floyd Parkway, Shirley, NY 11967 | (631) 399-1511 |
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