Weekly eNewsletter
Week of April 19, 2021
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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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Take a peek at our incubating eggs, learn about the hatching process, and pick up a chick craft and packet this month! The eggs should hatch by Earth Day, 4/22, so mark your calendars to stop in again to visit the babies or watch them hatch from home. In early May, they will head back to the Suffolk County Farm, so don’t miss them while they’re here! Check our Facebook page for updates on their progress.
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Dara Sings: Sun and Showers via Facebook
Miss Dara helps brighten up a rainy day with songs, stories, and fingerplays about the sun and rain. Children will learn songs about the colors of the rainbow and learn how to turn a simple paper plane into an umbrella for a rainy day dance. Featured books include Blue Sky by Audrey Wood and In the Rain with Baby Duck by Amy Hest. (Birth to 5 years with their adult)
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Miss Kathy
Join Miss Kathy every Friday morning at 10 & 10:30 AM on Facebook for special online episodes of baby and toddler programs! All the fun, play, and learning from our in-person classes are included.
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Animal Therapy Week
Celebrate the love of pets with one of these kits. Registration begins on 4/26.
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Enjoy creating your very own framed watercolor painting at home with a step-by-step video tutorial by the Art Nanny! Registration begins on 4/26. (Grades 1-6)
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Self-Guided Family Nature Walks @ Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge
Saturday, May 1, 10:00-11:00am
Families with children in grades 6 and under.
Meet up with Ms. Hillary to enjoy outdoor time with family. Each family member will receive a water and light snack. Registration begins on 4/24.
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Visit the Children’s Department or call 631-399-1511 ext. 262 for your craft kit. No registration necessary. While supplies last. |
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS |
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Parenting A Second Time Around (PASTA)
Monday, April 26, 7:30-9:00pm via Zoom
Join our support group for grandparents raising grandchildren. Register here.
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Meet With Our Social Work Intern
Thursday, April 22, 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
Pick up a craft kit from the Teen Department and make a t-shirt planter holder in person or follow along with our YouTube tutorial to craft from home! While supplies last.
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Pamper Yourself
Visit the Teen Department to play Minecraft with Ms. Sam!
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Art Club
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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Game On!
Friday, April 23, 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.
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VIRTUAL CRAFTING, GAMING & MORE |
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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.
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Jigsaw Puzzles
Complete a virtual jigsaw puzzle each Monday with Ms. Erica via JigsawPuzzles.io. The link will be posted here.
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Trivia Tuesday
Tuesday, April 20
Can you name popular celebrities? See how many you know by playing here.
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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 to watch us play. Fortnite is available as a free download on all video game consoles and PC.
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Jackbox Games
Join to play these hysterical games with the TSD staff! Zoom meeting ID: 861 6844 1338
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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Jewelry Making - Freshwater Pearl Bracelet
Monday, May 3, 7:00pm via Zoom
Join this class to learn how to make a multi-strand leather bracelet with freshwater pearls. Register here. Bracelet kits are $10.00 and non-refundable.
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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.
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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
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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YOUR LIBRARY LOVES TO HELP |
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Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP)
A trained HIICAP counselor will offer counseling and can assist with:
- Applying for the Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) Program, Medicare savings programs, "Extra Help" prescription assistance, and pharmacy discount programs.
- Medicare and health insurance questions about benefits, options, paperwork, and resources.
- Information on insurance products that may help pay for costs not covered by Medicare alone such as a Medigap or a Medicare Advantage Plan.
- How to review and select a Medicare Part D prescription plan.
To schedule your appointment, click on one of the above times or call 631-399-1511 ext. 242.
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BOOK SALE FOR LITERACY
Mark your calendars and join us for an Outdoor Sidewalk Sale and purchase books, music, movies, and more for the entire family! Stop by our DIY craft tables. Enter the raffle for an Amazon Fire HD8 tablet; tickets will be 1 for $3 or 2 for $5.
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KAHOOT TRIVIA: SPRING ACTIVITIES
The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, and a warm breeze is blowing. It’s the perfect time to get outside and enjoy! Test your knowledge with 10 questions about spring activities. Click here to play until Tuesday, April 20th. 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, 26 de abril, 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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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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