Monthly eNewsletter
April 2022
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BOOK SALE FOR LITERACY
Join us this weekend for our Book Sale and purchase books, music, movies, and more for the entire family! Enter a raffle for an Amazon Fire HD10 tablet or a Book Basket.
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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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ON THE ROAD
To register for events, click the corresponding links or call 631-399-1511 ext. 260.
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Day of the Mushroom @ Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge
Saturday, 4/16 @ 12:00-1:00 PM
Join Ms. Hillary at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge to search for various mushrooms of Long Island, while taking a self-guided tour. Families with at least one child in grade 7 and under. Registration begins on 4/9.
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Ice Skating @ The Rinx
Wednesday, 4/20 @ 6:00-8:00 PM
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS |
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Adopt a Paper Pet
Friday, 4/8 @ 4:45-5:45 PM
Create and adopt your very own paper-pet! Grades K-2. Register here.
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All Things Unicorn
Saturday, 4/9 @ 12:00-1:00 PM
Learn fun unicorn “facts” while also crafting as a family. Families with at least one child in grades Pre-K-6. Register here.
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Little Creators Art Studio
Monday, 4/11 @ 10:00-11:00 AM
Explore the world of unstructured process art, where the goal is to simply create. Dress for messy play! 18 months-5 years with their adult. Register here.
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National Pet Day Storytime
Monday, 4/11 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Join Ms. Hillary for a reading of The Night Before the New Pet, where you will also create your own imaginary pet and receive a copy of the book for your home library. Grades K-2. Register here.
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Sensory Play
Tuesday, 4/12 @ 11:00-11:45 AM
Your little one is welcome to come explore our newest sensory kits. Ages 2-3 years with their adult. Register here.
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Olivia Makes Memories
Create a time capsule like Olivia’s Grandma and receive a copy of Olivia Makes Memories for your home library. Families with at least one child in grades K-6. Click the above times to register.
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Earth Day - May the Force Be Recycled
Friday, 4/22 @ 3:00-4:00 PM
This Earth Day come and make Star Wars characters, gadgets, and gizmos out of recyclable items! Grades 1-5. Registration begins on 4/15.
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LEGO Challenge
Saturday, 4/23 @ 3:00-4:00 PM
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"In Pursuit of Trivia" - Game Night for Kids & Parents
Thursday, 4/28 @ 7:00-8:00 PM
Work together as a family to answer a variety of general knowledge questions to score some cool prizes. Grades 2-6 with their adult. Registration begins on 4/21.
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DROP IN! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED! |
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Tail Waggin' & Readin' Fun!
Children are invited to read their favorite book to a certified therapy dog. Grades K-6.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
To register for events, click the corresponding links or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Teen Art Exhibit
Local community artists will have their work displayed at this reception. All are welcome.
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Get Crafty
Turn your own artwork into cool charms for jewelry, keychains, or pins by making shrinky dinks. While supplies last. Sneak peek of the upcoming weeks:
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Art Club
Come down to the Teen Department to work on your art projects with the art cart supplies, while chatting with your friends.
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Puzzle Night!
Work on a cool jigsaw puzzle and enjoy some snacks with Ms. Erica!
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Illustrator's Workshop
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with fellow artists and Mr. Casper!
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Makerspace Workshop
Come down to the Teen Department and use our Cricut, sewing machine, and heat press to work on your projects. Ms. Erica will be available to help, if needed. Click the above dates to register.
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Mario Kart & Super Smash Brothers Tournament
Friday, 4/15 @ 3:30-5:00 PM
Participate in our Mario Kart 8 & Super Smash Brothers Ultimate tournament! Register here.
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Anime & Superheroes
Monday, 4/25 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Enjoy Japanese cartoons, snacks, and plenty of awesomeness! Register here.
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Bingo Night
Friday, 4/29 @ 5:45-7:30 PM
Get ready for a fun night of BINGO, snacks, and of course, awesome prizes! Register here.
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YOUR LIBRARY LOVES TO HELP |
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Rainbow Soup
However you identify, whatever your personal pronouns, you are invited to be part of this program. Mr. Alex, a social worker, will be here to answer questions and offer guidance. Drop in! No registration required.
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Guidance with Ms. Joseph
Teens can sign up for a one-on-one appointment for help with planning for their futures, which will include job and college applications, interview prep, and resume help. To register, click on one of the above times.
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Congratulations to Nora Getchell, who is the Teen Artist of the Month for March!
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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Thursday Afternoon at the Movies: Belfast
Thursday, 4/21 @ 2:00-4:00 PM
Belfast (PG-13) is a poignant story of love, laughter, and loss in one boy’s childhood, amid the music and social tumult of the late 1960’s in Ireland. Registration begins on 4/11.
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Protect Yourself From Financial Exploitation
Saturday, 4/23 @ 10:00-11:00 AM
Learn the ways to recognize, respond, and reduce the risk of identity theft and scams targeting older adults. Register here.
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Poetry Slam
Wednesday, 4/27 @ 6:45-8:45 PM
Celebrate National Poetry Month at the library, where you can share your own poem or one by your favorite poet. Registration begins on 4/8.
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AHA Heartsaver First Aid
Saturday, 4/30 @ 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
Join EMTs from the Suffolk County Department of Health EMS Division for this 4 hour Basic First Aid training course. Register here.
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Plant Swap
Saturday, 4/30 @ 10:00-11:00 AM (Rain date, Sunday, 5/1 @ 12:30-1:30 PM)
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Drop in and craft! No registration required. While supplies last.
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Explore Fire Island's Sunken Forest
Join a National Park Ranger on a virtual visit to Fire Island’s Sunken Forest, a globally rare maritime holly forest. Register here.
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Join us this month for the Long Island Reads-One Island, One Book. This Island-wide initiative began in 2002, to bring together readers from across Nassau and Suffolk Counties. This year’s book is The Living and the Lost by Ellen Feldman, an Amagansett resident.
Digital copies are available on Libby.
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Small Business Mentoring
Do you want to open your own business and are not sure where to start? Are you a business owner who needs advice? Meet with SCORE Business Mentors for one-on-one help. Click the above times to register.
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Financing a College Education
Saturday, 4/16 @ 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Learn the “real” costs involved in the college search, admission, and the financial aid process. Presented by Associate Director of Admissions at St. Joseph’s College. Register here.
Financiamiento de Una Educacion Universitatia
Sábado, 30 de abril @ 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Conozca los costos "reales" involucrados en la búsqueda de universidades, la admisión y el proceso de ayuda financiera. Unos ejemplos son las tarifas de preparación para la universidad y las solicitudes, cómo sacar provecho de las visitas al campus y hacerlas más efectivas; y aprender el proceso de ayuda financiera y formas alternativas de financiar una educación universitaria. Presentado por el Director Asociado de Admisiones en St. Joseph's College. El programa es en la biblioteca. Taller abierto para todos. Regístrese aquí.
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YOUR LIBRARY LOVES TO HELP |
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Operation Medicine Cabinet & Caitlyn’s Vision
A 7th precinct police officer will be at the library to collect unused or expired medications. Eyeglasses, sunglasses, and cases will also be collected for Caitlyn’s Vision, a local organization. The glasses will be refurbished by an ophthalmologist and given to those in need at no cost.
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Community Health Bus
The Catholic Health Services Community Outreach Bus will be in the library parking lot, offering free health screenings to individuals 18 years and older. This is a free service, where appointments and insurance are not needed.
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Friendly Spanish Conversation
Thursday, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, & 5/26 @ 7:00-8:30 PM
Learn basic conversational Spanish in a relaxed setting. All levels are welcome! ¡Todos los niveles son bienvenidos! Register here.
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Literacy Suffolk Tutor Training: Information Session
Are you interested in becoming a tutor for Literacy Suffolk? Literacy Suffolk trains volunteers to work with adults in need of basic reading and writing skills. A volunteer will be available to answer any questions you may have about the organization and what it is like to be a tutor. Registration begins Tuesday, 4/12.
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Like us on Facebook @ CFLP, Inc. for up-to-date local community news, fun facts, mindful practices, and of course, all things literacy!
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CUSTOMER RESOURCE SERVICES |
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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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CONVENIENT 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 MEETING ROOMS NOW AVAILABLE |
The library now has meeting rooms available for community groups. If your community group would like to request space, click here to apply.
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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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CREATIVEBUG
Creativebug has thousands of award-winning arts & crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
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