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Week of July 26, 2021
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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. 

Have a question about Pronunciator or Rosetta Stone? Call 631-399-1511 for assistance.
HARRY POTTER DAY

Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday at the library, where there will be games, crafts, and a green screen. 

No registration requiredFamilies. 
CHILDREN & PARENTS
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.  
@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
Teachers' Story Corner

Children must be accompanied by an adultNo registration required.

Listen to stories read by your William Floyd School District teachers! All are welcome! 
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.  
Zumbini
Saturday, July 31, 12:00-12:45pm (Children ages 5-7 years)
Saturday, July 31, 1:00-1:45pm (Children ages 7-11 years)

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. 
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.  
Cross Stitching Fun
Tuesday, August 3, 3:30-5:00pm

Pick a project and cross stitch with Ms. Hillary. Click here to registerChildren entering grades K-3.
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 registerChildren entering grades 4-7.
Steam Fun Fridays
Friday, August 6, 3:00-4:00pm

Join Ms. Hillary for a STEAM project! Click here to registerChildren entering grades 3-6.
ON THE ROAD
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! 
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 registerFamilies with children entering grades 7 and younger.
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 8/4Families with children entering grades 7 and younger.
GRAB & GO
To register, click the link or call 631-399-1511 ext. 260. While supplies last.
Take a Break Family Fun Kit

Baby Book Bundle

Create your own baby storytime at home with a board book and this kit. Registration begins on 8/2Birth-23 months.
Preschool Book Bundle

Enjoy a fun storytime at home with a book and fun activities. Registration begins on 8/2Children ages 2-5 years.
The Art Nanny: Ship Painting

Registration begins on 8/2Children entering grades 1-7.
TEENS
ON THE ROAD
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!
@ THE LIBRARY & IN PERSON
Crafting with Keith

Drop in and hang out with Keith to create art with our perler beads.
Minecraft Club

Drop in and join Ms. Sam to play Minecraft EDU! 
Jackbox Games

Play these hysterical games at the library with your favorite Teen Services Department staff! Drop in to play and have snacks!
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!
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.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
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
TEEN ARTIST OF THE MONTH
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!
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN!
Don’t miss out on any info or fun! Follow @MMSCLTeens on TikTok, Instagram, Twitch, and YouTube. Chat with us on Discord.
ADULTS
JOIN US IN-PERSON
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 registerScrapbook kits are $13.00 and non-refundable.
Intermediate Painting: Dragonfly and Flower Tote Bag
Thursday, August 17, 6:00-9:00pm

Paint a tote with instructor, Linda O’Connell at the library. Click here to register and for the supply listMaterials are $11.00 and non-refundableChoose one class in the painting series.
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 registerMaterials are $4.00 and non-refundableChoose one class in the painting series.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Oil Free Arugula Pesto

Impress family and friends with this yummy oil free alternative to regular pesto, presented by the Healthy Homestead Hostess, Jessica!
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 registerOpen to all.
VIRTUAL BOOK DISCUSSION
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.
LITERACY DEPARTMENT
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!
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.

Interested in being a sponsor and promoting your business? Click here for more information.
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CUSTOMER RESOURCE SERVICES
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Apply for, renew, or replace your library card all from the comfort of your home with online card services!
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. 
STUDY AND MEETING ROOMS NOW AVAILABLE
MMSCL cardholders may request the use of study rooms. Apply for use of a study room here.
 
The library now has meeting rooms available for community groups. If your community group would like to request space, please apply here.
HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT YOUR LIBRARY CARD?
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