Happening this week at the library, online!
Week of August 10 - August 16, 2020
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To our patrons:
The library staff thank all of those who have visited the library, participated in online programming or utilized our lobby pick up service. We would not be a public institution without our patrons! We are grateful to everyone for bearing with the "new" rules during this time and we all look forward to brighter days ahead.
We are open for browsing, public access computers or socially distanced studying and/or relaxing. The air conditioning is on and the WiFi is free.
Our current hours are:
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm
Senior Hours Monday-Friday 9:00am-10:00am
As a reminder, please return all material either in the book drop outside or the bin under the table in the lobby. Returned material will be quarantined for 96 hours and will not be removed from your card right away. Fines will not be assessed at this time.
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Current virtual programs... |
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Ladies of Liberty
Monday August 17, 5:30pm
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A pre-recorded musical revue, featuring NYC award-winning cabaret artist Valerie diLorenzo, celebrates the 2020 Centennial of women’s right to vote and traces the history of women’s rights in America. She will start at the beginning, with connections to the early Civil Rights movement, and bring us all the way to the modern feminist legacy.
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Paint with Joyce Raimondo
Wednesday August 19, 6:30pm
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Hampton Bays Library presents this workshop based on the work of popular American artist, Georgia O'Keefe. We will begin with an interactive discussion of O'Keefe's work and follow with a related painting project. SUPPLIES: real or photograph of a flower, white paper or canvas, water based paints, brushes, water in container, rag or paper towels, palette or wax paper to mix paint, pencil.
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Endangered Species of NY Waters
Thursday August 20, 7pm
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Presented by the New York Marine Rescue Center, this program describes eight species of mammals and sea turtles that are endangered in New York waters. Learn what they are and how you might be able to help.
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Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds
Friday September 4, 4pm
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Learn all about our local hummingbird species, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird, and how to attract them to your yard. A power point presentation will cover a variety of topics about this amazing feathered species.
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The folks at Calm App have handpicked some of their favorite meditations, sleep stories, movement exercises, journals, and music. All of the resources on this page are free to use, and to share. May they bring you, and those around you peace.
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Visit your favorite furry friends around the world, including locations like Alaska, Ireland, Scotland, and Australia.
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Imagine Your Story! Summer 2020
Summer Reading is Here!
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Thank you all for participating in our Summer Reading! The program ends on Wednesday, August 12. Click here if you want to get involved before this program comes to an end. If you have any questions call 631-298-4134 line 2. READsqaured is also available as a free app. Check our website and Facebook page for more information.
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Fairy Tale Literature Experiences
This week's family theme is The Three Little Pigs
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We end our summer with the Three Little Pigs story for families. We will be set up under the tent Monday and Wednesday from 10am-2pm.
This week for the older student we feature Why the Hippopotamus lives in the water and A Kitsune Story.
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Follow us on the library Facebook page as Mrs. L shares the Paul Galdone version of The Three Little Pigs on Monday at 1pm. Then on Thursday a related story, The Three Little Superpigs by Claire Evans. These books will remain active on our Facebook page all summer. |
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Programs This Week
Programs are found on the Mattituck-Laurel Library Facebook Page.
Monday 10am: Shake n' Make Babies with Heather Welkes on our Facebook page.
Wednesday 11am: Katie's Puppets Present, Mr. Mouse and the Mystery of the Missing Purple Puzzle Piece.
Thursday 10am: Shake n' Make Toddlers with Heather Welkes on our Facebook page.
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Be entered to win awesome prizes this summer for reading! Click here to sign up. If you have any questions call 631-298-4134 line 2. READsquared is also available as a free app. Check our website and Facebook page for more information. Don't forget to indicate your raffle ticket preferences here.
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At Your Leisure Programs
Programs that you can do at home, at your leisure!
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Program With Scratch
Now - August 31
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Jonathan Greene has prepared a video teaching you how to use SCRATCH, a web-based program that enables users to code and create video games. No coding experience necessary! |
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Escape the Room
Fantasy Edition
Now - August 31
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Michelle Vamos has prepared a virtual edition, fantasy-themed escape room. Are you up for the challenge?
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Click here to see all teen programs being offered this summer!
To register for teen programs call 631-298-4134 line 2. You will be emailed a Zoom link to participate in the program.
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13900 Main Road
Mattituck, NY 11952
Phone: (631) 298-4134
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