Weekly eNewsletter
Week of April 5, 2021
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CHILDREN & PARENTS
THE CHICKS ARE BACK!
Take a peek at our incubating eggs, learn about the hatching process, and pick up a chick craft and packet this month! Check our Facebook page for updates on their progress
ON THE ROAD EVENTS
Self-Guided Family Nature Walks @ Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge

Meet up weekly with Ms. Hillary to enjoy outdoor time with family. Each family member will receive a water and light snack. For families with children in grades 6 and under.
Beach Wrack Line Scavenger Hunt @ Smith Point
Saturday, April 17, 10:00-11:30am or 11:45am-1:15pm

Have you ever noticed the line of shells and seaweed running along the sand that is left behind by the high tide? That is called the wrack line, and it is full of interesting things that you probably never even knew were there. Join a Fire Island National Seashore Park Ranger to learn about aquatic life that washes up along the shore, and participate in a wrack line scavenger hunt! For grades K-6 with one adult.   
GRAB & GO
Registration and pick up begins on 4/12.

BABY BOOK BUNDLE (birth-23 months)
@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
Babies Boogie
Thursday, April 22, 11:00-11:30am

Enjoy tons of wiggles and giggles, while moving and grooving together with Ms. Nicole, in person! For babies birth to 23 months with their adult. Registration begins on 4/8.
Toddlers Tango
Thursday, April 22, 12:00-12:30pm

Join Ms. Nicole in person for this high energy creative music and movement program, which encourages you and your toddler to experience music by dancing, as well as creating music with drums, tambourines, maracas, and more! For children 2-5 years with their adult. Registration begins on 4/8.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS
Meet With Our Social Work Intern
Thursday, April 8, 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.
Parenting A Second Time Around (PASTA)
Monday, April 26, 7:30-9:00pm via Zoom

Join our support group for grandparents raising grandchildren. Registration begins on 4/12.
TEENS
@ THE LIBRARY & IN PERSON
Get Crafty: Bird Houses
Pick up a craft kit from the Teen Department and make t-shirt headbands in person or follow along with our YouTube tutorial to craft from home! While supplies last.
Pamper Yourself
Make your very own aloe hydrating mist at the library. While supplies last.
Art Club
Come down to the Teen Department to work on your art projects with the art cart, while chatting with your friends.
Cupcake Decorating
Join Ms. Sam and Kyle and decorate a delicious cupcake! While supplies last.
Illustrators Workshop
Friday, April 9, 4:00-5:00pm
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with Mr. Casper and fellow library artists. Sign up here or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
Game On!
Friday, April 9, 6:00-7:30pm
Attention teens in grades 6-12, the library is open on Friday nights just for you! Sign up now to play video games or use the computers after hours.
VIRTUAL CRAFTING, GAMING & MORE
Digital Escape Room - Locked in Disney

Just as the park is closing, you decide to squeeze in one more ride on the Haunted Mansion. The ride unexpectedly breaks down while you're on it. Thinking that no one is still on the ride, the employees leave. After waiting for a while, you decide to get out of the Doom Buggy and find yourself locked in the park. You must solve the clues to unlock the gates blocking your way to the exit. Participate here. 
Jigsaw Puzzles
Monday, April 5, 6:00-7:00pm

Complete a virtual jigsaw puzzle each Monday with Ms. Erica via JigsawPuzzles.io. The link will be posted here.
Trivia Tuesday
Tuesday, April 6

Can you guess the title of these pop songs? Click here to play.
Let's Play Fortnite

We can play Fortnite Creative Mode or Fortnite Battle Royale! Add username minniequinnie to play with Teen Department staff. Tune in on Twitch.tv to watch us play. Fortnite is available as a free download on all video game consoles and PC. 
Jackbox Games
Wednesday, April 7, 7:30-8:30pm

Join to play these hysterical games with the TSD staff! Zoom meeting ID: 861 6844 1338
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN!
Don’t miss out on any info or fun! Follow @MMSCLTeens on TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and YouTube. Chat with us on Discord.
ADULTS
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Intermediate Painting: Tulip Journal
Monday, April 5, 7:00-8:30pm via Facebook Live

Join painting instructor, Linda O’Connell and learn how to create pretty tulips on any surface. Click here for a list of supplies
What Should I Grow in My Medicinal Herb Garden?
Wednesday, April 7, 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom

Starting your own herb garden is not as overwhelming as you may think. Join Velya and Ehris to discover the benefits of creating your own medicinal herb garden. Register here.
Scrapbooking Memories
Thursday, April 8, 7:00-8:15pm via Facebook Live

Sign up here to register and purchase your scrapbook kit, so you may scrapbook along with Laurie Janowitz. Scrapbook kits are $13.00 and non-refundable.
All About Piping Plovers
Wednesday, April 14, 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom

The piping plover is a small shorebird that nests on Fire Island’s sandy beaches. Learn about these birds, listed as threatened federally and endangered in NY State, and how we can share the shorelines with them. Register here or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 242. 
Beginner Painting: Hydrangea Sign
Thursday, April 15, 7:00-8:30pm via Facebook Live

Learn how to paint beautiful hydrangea flowers on any surface with painting instructor, Linda O’Connell. Click here for a list of supplies
CAREER AND BUSINESS
Job and Career Counseling
Saturday, April 10, 11:00am or 12:00pm via telephone

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.
Small Business Mentoring
Monday, April 12, 6:00, 7:00, or 8:00pm 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 of the above times or call 631-399-1511 ext. 240. Open to all.
Job Search Strategies Workshop
Wednesday, April 21, 12:00-1:00pm via Zoom

Learn simple strategies to conduct an effective job search, such as organization, networking, and more. Presented by a representative from Long Island Cares New Paths to Achievement, Career and Personal Development. Register here or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 240. Open to all.  
VIRTUAL BOOK DISCUSSION
2021 Long Island Reads: One Island - One Book Pick!
Tuesday, April 20, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom

Register here to discuss The Vanishing Act by Brit Bennett, a multi-stranded narrative which tracks the lives of multi-racial identical twin sisters, who reevaluate their choices. As one sister raises a black daughter in their southern hometown, the other sister passes for white with a husband who is unaware of her heritage. 

Copies of The Vanishing Act are available at the front desk. Digital copies are available through Libby and Overdrive.
LITERACY SERVICES
KAHOOT TRIVIA: READ A ROAD MAP

Today is Read a Road Map Day! Think back to the time before GPS. Can you believe some drivers today have never experienced reading paper maps, printing directions from Mapquest, or giving someone step-by-step directions from point A to point B?! Test your knowledge of abbreviations and acronyms related to driving. Click here to play until Tuesday, April 6th. Good luck and have fun!
WE RECOMMEND
In honor of Read a Road Map Day, Samantha recommends Road Trip Sing-Along Songs. Perfect for those who like a variety of music, which ranges from the 1970s to the mid 2000s! Download it on Hoopla with your library card.
VIRTUAL FRIENDLY SPANISH CONVERSATION
Thursdays, April 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 7:00-8:30pm via GoToMeeting

Learn basic conversational Spanish in a relaxed setting. All levels are welcome. ¡Todos los niveles son bienvenidosRegister here
WE CAN HELP!
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.

Registration is open for Monday, April 12 @ 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, or 8:00pm
¡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.  

  • Puede recibir ayuda con el empleo o apoyo con comida, ropa y vivienda 
  • Puede recibir referencias para consejería, grupos de apoyo o citas médicas, asistencia legal, asuntos familiares, servicios sociales, y más 
  • Obtenga ayuda con formularios, solicitudes o para hacer citas 

La registración está abierta para el lunes, 12 de abril, a las 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, or 8:00pm
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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. 
STUDY AND TUTOR ROOMS AVAILABLE
MMSCL cardholders may now request the use of study rooms. Apply here.
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Call 631-399-1511 ext 282
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