Weekly eNewsletter
Week of June 28, 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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SUMMER WITH US - WEEK 1
Grow with Us this summer and use Flipster to access over 150 free magazines with your library card! For help using Flipster, please call 631-399-1511 ext. 240.
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SUMMER WITH US journals are back! Use your journal to document all the fun you have this summer- doodle, start a diary, list the books you read, collect stickers, or keep track of the library programs you attend. Earn a raffle ticket each time you show us something from your journal! Pick up your journal starter pack in the Children’s Department today.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS |
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Ice Cream Playdough
Have some fun with Ms. Hillary and STEAM education by creating your own edible playdough. Registration begins on 6/30.
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Teachers' Story Corner
Listen to stories read by your William Floyd School District teachers! All are welcome!
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Tween Paint Party
Entering grades 4-7.
Unleash your inner artist and join us for a fun paint party, inspired by our into the woods theme! Registration begins on 7/2.
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Registration is required for On the Road events. Register by clicking the date and time or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 260. |
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Messy Meetups @ Southaven Park
For 2-5 years old with their adult. Siblings welcome.
Come explore the new “Forest School” trend with your little ones with this all-weather program.
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Into the Woods @ Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge
Families with children in entering grades 7 and younger.
Join Ms. Hillary for a stroll into the woods to explore the animals and plants that populate the area.
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Sensory Sounds Stroller Club @ Southaven Park
Children birth-3 years and their adult.
Take a sensory sounds stroll with Ms. Hillary to listen to the sound of music that birds make.
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Chef Rob's Red, White, and Blueberry Whoopie Pies
This kit includes the recipe and the non-perishable ingredients. Registration begins on 7/6. Families with children in grades 6 and younger.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS |
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Positive Parenting
Wednesdays, June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 6:00-7:30pm via Zoom
Learn how to set healthy boundaries, discipline without punishment, and treat your children with respect, so that they will respect you. Sessions are designed for both mandated (certificate included) and non-mandated parents. Register here.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN PERSON |
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Pride Party!
Join us to celebrate Pride! We will have a photobooth, crafts, snacks, and other activities.
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Graphic Novel Book Club
Read Scarlet Witch on Hoopla, then join Ms. Sam for a graphic novel book discussion, at the library or through Zoom. Zoom ID: 851 3250 4018. If you need help checking out the ebook, call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Jackbox Games
Play these hysterical games at the library or from home with the TSD staff! Zoom meeting ID: 861 6844 1338
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Minecraft Club
Drop in and join Ms. Sam to play Minecraft EDU!
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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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Mini Golf
Friday, July 2, 6:00-7:30pm
Play a round of mini golf in the library. Register here. For grades 6-12.
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VIRTUAL ENRICHMENT
Join us online with Zoom to meet up with Ms. Curraro. Zoom ID: 871 8885 1554/Password: 129603
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BATTLE OF THE BOOKS
Join us at the library for our first Battle of the Books meeting! If you missed our informational meeting, you can still attend. Email Ms. Sam at squinn@communitylibrary.org so you can pick up books ahead of time.
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NOSE IN A BOOK BOX
Nose in a Book Boxes are now available for free with your library card! Each month will have a different book along with other goodies. This month’s box includes The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson. Sign up here to receive your box. For grades 7-12.
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON |
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Scrapbooking Memories
Thursday, July 8, 7:00-9:00pm
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Intermediate Painting: Buzzy Bee Gnome
Tuesday, July 6, 6:00-9:00pm
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Beginner Painting: Welcome to the Beach Sign
Thursday, July 22, 6:00-8:30pm
CHOOSE ONE CLASS IN THE PAINTING SERIES
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Caring For Yourself In Stressful Times
Tuesday, June 29, 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom
Caring for yourself means taking time to do things for your own mental, emotional, and physical health. Often, we forget about self-care as we become stressed or overwhelmed. In this workshop, learn strategies for stress management and suggestions for self-care. Register here or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 240. Open to all.
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Exploring William Floyd Estate History
Wednesday, July 7, 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom
Though the William Floyd Estate is best known as the home of William Floyd, a revolutionary war general and signer of the Declaration of Independence, it is also the center of a complex and vibrant community. From the pre-colonial era to the American Revolution, the Civil War to the 1960s, there is a bit of history for everyone. Learn more about Floyd, his family, and the folks who lived on and worked the grounds, shaping the landscape of Mastic Beach for generations. Register here or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 240. Open to all.
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VIRTUAL BOOK DISCUSSION
Tuesday, July 20, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom
Register here to discuss The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue, a story involving a nurse, a doctor, and a volunteer helper, working at an understaffed maternity ward in Ireland during the 1918 flu pandemic. The expectant mothers who have come down with the terrible new flu are quarantined together, yet over the span of three days, these women change each other’s lives in unexpected ways. This is a tale of hope and survival against all odds.
Copies of The Pull of the Stars are available at the front desk for check out. Digital copies are available on Libby and Overdrive.
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VIRTUAL SUMMER CLASSES
The Literacy Department offers English as a New Language (ENL) and Citizenship classes to adult English Language Learners in our community. A new session of virtual morning and evening classes begins July 12. If you, or someone you know, are interested, please visit the library, call 631-399-1511 ext. 214, or email Literacyservices@communitylibrary.org.
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SAVE THE DATE
The beautiful ocean and white sand beach at Smith Point County Park offers a scenic backdrop for the 5K Run for Literacy. We are pleased to announce this year’s race is taking place in-person, and virtually, on September 11, 2021. For more information and to register, visit our registration page.
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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, please 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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