Weekly eNewsletter
Week of July 26, 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 5
The Summer Olympic games are taking place in Tokyo this year, so what better time than now to learn a new language! Access Pronunciator or Rosetta Stone with your library card today.
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HARRY POTTER DAY
Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday at the library, where there will be games, crafts, and a green screen.
No registration required. Families.
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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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Teachers' Story Corner
Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.
Listen to stories read by your William Floyd School District teachers! All are welcome!
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Library Olympics
Thursday, July 29, 2:00-3:00pm
Children entering grades 1-4.
Come upstairs to the Children’s Department and show your Olympic skills! Medals and prizes will be given to the winners of each game. Click here to register.
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Zumbini
Registration begins on 7/24.
Bond with your child through music and movement while you each sing, dance, and play instruments with certified Zumbini instructor, Miss Lauren.
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National Coloring Book Day
Monday, August 2, 9:00am-9:00pm
We invite you to spend some time coloring with friends, family, a caregiver, or by yourself. Enjoy the creativity of making a picture come to life! No registration required.
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Cross Stitching Fun
Tuesday, August 3, 3:30-5:00pm
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Tween Tuesday Cross Stitching
Tuesday, August 3, 5:30-7:00pm
Join Ms. Hillary for cross stitching fun and pick a project to complete! Click here to register. Children entering grades 4-7.
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Steam Fun Fridays
Friday, August 6, 3:00-4:00pm
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Sandcastles @ Smith Point Beach
Families with children entering grades 7 and younger.
Meet up with library staff on the sand at Smith Point Beach for sandcastles and Summer With Us fun!
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Water Play @ Shirley Beach Spray Park
Friday, August 6, 11:00am-12:00pm
Meet up with library staff for interactive water play at Shirley Beach! Click here to register. Families with children entering grades 7 and younger.
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Crabbing @ Forge River Marina
Wednesday, August 11, 10:00-11:00am
Meet us at the fishing pier at Forge River Marina on Riveria Drive in Mastic for some crabbing! We will provide all the supplies, but feel free to bring your own bucket and net. Dress for a mess! Registration begins on 8/4. Families with children entering grades 7 and younger.
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GRAB & GO
To register, click the link or call 631-399-1511 ext. 260. While supplies last.
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Take a Break Family Fun Kit
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The Art Nanny: Ship Painting
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Picnic in the Park
Friday, August 6, 6:00-7:30pm
Join Ms. Sam and Ms. Erica at Southaven Park for a picnic! Sign up here for a picnic dinner and plenty of outdoor fun!
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN PERSON |
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Crafting with Keith
Drop in and hang out with Keith to create art with our perler beads.
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Minecraft Club
Drop in and join Ms. Sam to play Minecraft EDU!
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Jackbox Games
Play these hysterical games at the library with your favorite Teen Services Department staff! Drop in to play and have snacks!
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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. Drop in!
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Illustrators Workshop
Friday, July 30, 4:00-5:00pm
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with fellow artists and Mr. Casper! Sign up here or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Enrichment
Join us online with Zoom to meet up with Ms. Curraro, chat with us, and catch up with your friends. Zoom ID: 871 8885 1554/Password: 129603
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Mars is July’s Teen Artist of the Month! Their artwork will be on display in the Teen Department this month, so come on down to check it out! |
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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Scrapbooking Memories
Thursday, August 5, 7:00-9:00pm
Scrapbook along with instructor, Laurie Janowitz, and fellow scrapbook enthusiast at the library. Click here to register. Scrapbook kits are $13.00 and non-refundable.
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Intermediate Painting: Dragonfly and Flower Tote Bag
Thursday, August 17, 6:00-9:00pm
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Beginner Painting: Ladybug Sunglass Case
Thursday, August 17, 6:00-9:00pm
Painting instructor, Linda O’Connell will be at the library to teach you how to paint a cute ladybug sunglass case. Click here to register. Materials are $4.00 and non-refundable. Choose one class in the painting series.
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Oil Free Arugula Pesto
Impress family and friends with this yummy oil free alternative to regular pesto, presented by the Healthy Homestead Hostess, Jessica!
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All About Sharks
Wednesday, August 11, 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom
Sharks are a keystone species that are important in maintaining balance in marine ecosystems. Join us for a virtual visit as we dive in to learn more about these fascinating creatures and how you can be shark smart. Presented by a National Park Ranger from Fire Island National Seashore. Click here to register. Open to all.
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The Story of Arthur Truluv
Tuesday, August 24, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom
Register here to discuss The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg, a story about the unlikely friendship that forms between an elderly man, a nosy neighbor, and a teenage girl, who each lost the one they love the most. Through heartache and hardships, they help one another rediscover their own potential to start anew.
Copies of The Story of Arthur Truluv are available at the front desk for check out. Digital copies are available on Libby and Overdrive.
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KAHOOT TRIVIA: BEACH FUN
Grab your beach chair, bathing suit, and sunscreen...we are going to the beach! Test your knowledge of beach vocabulary, spelling, and grammar with these questions. Click here to play until Tuesday, 7/27. Good luck and have fun!
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BRIDGE TO BEACH 5K RUN
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
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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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CREATIVEBUG
Creativebug has thousands of award-winning arts & crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
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