Weekly eNewsletter
Week of March 8, 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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Register by clicking the above titles, by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 262, or by visiting us in person. While supplies last.
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CHEF ROB'S TRADITIONAL IRISH SODA BREAD
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with a brand-new Chef Rob Grab and Go Kit! The kit includes the recipe and the non-perishable ingredients required. Register here.
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IN-PERSON STORYTIME
Wednesday, March 17, 2:00-2:30pm
Ages 2 ½-5 years with their adult
Come to a socially distanced storytime and listen to a St. Patrick’s Day tale. You will also receive a craft to make at home. Register here.
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ALL TIME GREATEST SINGERS
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, 3/12-Sunday, 3/14.
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DOG MAN: MOTHERING HEIGHTS ZOOM MEET UP
Thursday, March 25, 7:00-7:45 PM via Zoom
Grades 4-7
Sign up for your free copy of the latest Dog Man, pick up in advance, and meet up with Mr. Scott to discuss, read passages, and chat about Dog Man and graphic novels! Registration begins this Thursday, 3/11.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS |
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Meet With Our Social Work Intern
Thursday, March 11, 12:00-5:00pm via Zoom or phone
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. Sign up for your one-hour appointment.
Please see the Adult and Literacy Department for more appointment times.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN PERSON |
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Get Crafty - Shamrock Pins
Monday, March 8, 4:00-5:00pm
Pick up a craft kit from the Teen Department and follow along with our YouTube tutorial for this week's craft, which you can do at the library or from home! While supplies last.
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Pamper Yourself
Wednesday, March 10, 3:30-4:30pm
Stop in the Teen Department to make your own honey face wash. While supplies last.
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Art Club
Wednesday, March 10, 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, March 12, 4:00-5:00pm
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with Mr. Casper and fellow library artists. Sign up here.
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VIRTUAL CRAFTING, GAMING & MORE |
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Jigsaw Puzzles
Monday, March 8, 6:00-7:00pm
Complete a virtual jigsaw puzzle each Monday with Ms. Erica via JigsawPuzzles.io. The link will be posted here.
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Let's Play Jackbox Games!
Wednesday, March 10, 7:30-8:30pm
Play these hysterical games with the TSD staff! Join us via Zoom Meeting ID: 861 6844 1338 or watch on Twitch.
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Mario Kart Tournament
Friday, March 12, 5:00-6:00pm
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Game On!
Friday, March 12, 6:00-7:30pm
Join us for a virtual version of Game On, where this week we will be playing Wordplay, a fill in the blank game, like Cards Against Humanity. Meeting ID: 858 5870 1150
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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Let's Cook with Chef Rob
Monday, March 8, 7:00-8:00pm via Facebook Live
Watch and cook along with the simply creative Chef Rob, as he prepares crustless spinach and muenster pie, as well as salmon hash with arugula salad. Click here for the recipes.
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Explore Fire Island's Sunken Forest
Wednesday, March 10, 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom
Join a National Park Ranger on a virtual tour of this globally rare maritime holly forest, which may also inspire you to visit, in-person. Learn about the geology, plants, and animals that make the Sunken Forest unique, as well as the challenges it faces today. Register here or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 242.
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Cricut™ Tips & Tricks
Thursday, March 11, 7:00-8:15pm via Zoom
If you own a Cricut™Joy, Air, or the Maker, but aren’t quite sure how to use it, then this is the perfect tutorial class for you. Join our scrapbooking teacher, Laurie, and learn how to feel more confident using your Cricut™ cutting machine! Register here or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 242.
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Manhattan Beach Book Discussion
Tuesday, March 23, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom
Register here to join us for a live Zoom book discussion of Manhattan Beach, an historical novel set during WW II. Anna becomes the first female diver at the Brooklyn Naval Yard, reunites with a stranger who was vital to her family’s survival, and learns important truths about her father’s complex life and disappearance.
Copies of the book are available at the library’s front desk. You may also access digital copies from Libby and Overdrive.
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Starting a Home-Based Business
Wednesday, March 24, 10:00-11:00am via Zoom
Learn about starting a business from home, including legal requirements, financing and marketing fundamentals, and how to present a professional image in this virtual workshop from the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Certified Business Advisors. Register here through the SBDC website, to receive your Zoom link. Open to all.
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Job and Career Counseling
Get help with resumes, job searches, interviewing techniques, and explore career options with our Career Counselor for a one-hour telephone appointment. For MMSCL cardholders only. To schedule your appointment, click on one of the times above or call 631-399-1511 ext. 242.
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Small Business Mentoring via Zoom
Are you an entrepreneur or small business owner seeking business advice? Book your appointment today to speak with a SCORE business mentor. To schedule your appointment, click on one of the above times or call 631-399-1511 ext. 242. Open to all.
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KAHOOT TRIVIA: MORE IDIOMS
An idiom is a type of figurative language. It is a common phrase which means something different than its literal meaning. An idiom may not make sense, but its meaning is understood. Test your knowledge of 10 idioms. Click here to play until Tuesday, 3/9. Good luck and have fun!
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Each Monday, from 5-9 PM, you may book an appointment with our bilingual social work intern (English and Spanish speaking). One-on-one consultations are one hour via Zoom or telephone.
- Assistance with employment or support with food, clothing, and housing.
- Referrals for counseling or support groups, legal aid, family matters, social services, and more.
- Get help with forms, applications, or making appointments.
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¡Podemos Ayudar!
Cada lunes, de 5 a 9 p.m., puede reservar una cita con nuestra trabajadora social interna bilingüe (habla inglés y español). Las consultas individuales son de una hora a través de Zoom o por teléfono.
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Puede recibir ayuda con el empleo o apoyo con comida, ropa y vivienda
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Puede recibir referencias para consejería, grupos de apoyo o citas médicas, asistencia legal, asuntos familiares, servicios sociales, y más
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Obtenga ayuda con formularios, solicitudes o para hacer citas
La registración está abierta para el lunes, 15 de marzo, a las 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, or 8:00pm
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CUSTOMER RESOURCE SERVICES
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ONLINE LIBRARY CARD SERVICES |
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Apply for, renew, or replace your library card all from the comfort of your home with online card services!
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LOW-CONTACT PICKUP OPTIONS |
Lockers are available 24/7. Request items online or by calling 631-399-1511 and be sure to choose Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library Lockers as your pickup location.
Curbside can be scheduled when we call or email you to let you know that your items are ready.
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STUDY AND TUTOR ROOMS AVAILABLE |
MMSCL cardholders may now request the use of study rooms. Apply here.
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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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Over 100 titles of popular magazines to download from
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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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