Weekly eNewsletter
Week of August 16, 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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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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SUMMER WITH US - WEEK 8
Road Trip on down to the library, where you can use the Kodak Picture Scanner to digitize your cherished photos. For more information, call 631-399-1511.
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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
To register for events, click the corresponding links or call 631-399-1511 ext. 260.
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Cross Stitching
Join Ms. Hillary for cross stitching fun! Click the above dates to register.
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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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Steam Fun Fridays
Friday, August 20, 3:00-4:00pm
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Clay Pot Garden Gnomes
Friday, August 20, 4:30-5:30pm
Tweens can make their own clay pot garden gnome at the library! Click here to register. Children entering grades 4-7.
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Cross Stitching
Join Ms. Hillary for cross stitching fun! Click the above dates to register.
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Babies Boogie
Saturday, August 21, 11:00-11:30am
Enjoy tons of wiggles and giggles while moving and grooving together! Click here to register. Babies birth-23 months with an adult.
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Toddlers Tango
Saturday, August 21, 12:00-12:30am
Enjoy tons of wiggles and giggles while moving and grooving together! Click here to register. Babies birth-23 months with an adult.
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Locker Decoration Crafts
Tuesday, August 24, 3:00-4:00pm
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Water Play @ Shirley Beach Spray Park
Meet up with library staff for interactive water play at Shirley Beach! Families with children entering grades 7 and younger. Click the above dates to register.
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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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Wrack Line Scavenger Hunt @ Smith Point
Wednesday, August 19, 5:30-7:00pm
Have you noticed the line of shells and seaweed running along the sand that is left behind by the high tide? That’s called the wrack line, and it’s full of interesting things that you probably never even knew were there! Join a Fire Island National Seashore Park Ranger at FINS Smith Point to learn about the fascinating aquatic life that washes up on shore. Click here to register. Families with children entering grades K-6.
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GRAB & GO
Begin your school year with a craft and fun goody bag! Click on the child’s entering grade to register. Registration begins on 8/23.
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Pasta Picnic @ Suffolk County Farm
Monday, August 30, 12:00-3:00pm
Pack a lunch and wear comfortable clothing because we're going on a hayride, feeding animals, doing a craft, enjoying lunch. Prepare to have fun! Click here to register or call 631-399-1511 ext. 260. This program is specifically for grandparents raising their grandchildren.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN PERSON |
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Get Crafty
Monday, August 16, 4:00-5:00pm
Make marbled pencils using a fun acrylic paint method! Drop in, no registration required. While supplies last.
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Crafting with Keith
Monday, August 16, 7:00-8:00pm
Drop in and hang out with Keith to create art with our perler beads. Drop in, no registration required.
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Trivia Tuesday
Tuesday, August 17, 6:00-7:00pm
Visit the Teen Department to test your Stranger Things knowledge! No registration necessary.
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Makerspace Workshop: Sewing 101
Thursday, August 19, 4:00-5:00pm
Learn the basics of machine sewing and sew a cute mini pillow. Click here to register or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Illustrators Workshop
Friday, August 20, 4:00-5:00pm
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with fellow artists and Mr. Casper! Click here to register or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Theatre Camp Performance
Friday, August 20, 6:00-7:30pm
Come watch our talented teens perform what they have been working on during theatre camp!
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This month’s Nose in a Book Box includes Save Me a Seat by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan, along with various goodies. To receive a box, call 631-399-1511 ext. 365. While supplies last.
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Sea Turtles of New York
Wednesday, August 18, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom
The Atlantic Marine Conservation Society will bring the world of sea turtles to you! Learn about seven species of sea turtles with a focus on the four species we see in New York. Register here. Open to all.
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Let's Cook with Chef Rob
Learn how to make Chicken Ceasar & Fusilli Pasta Salad, as well as yummy Farmer’s Market Peach Muffins with a Streusel Topping, with Chef Rob.
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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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Small Business Mentoring
Monday, August 23, 6:00-9:00pm via Zoom
Do you want to open your own business and are not sure where to start? Are you already a business owner and need advice? Speak with a SCORE business mentor to guide you. Click here to book your appointment.
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YOUR LIBRARY LOVES TO HELP |
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Community Outreach Health Bus
Thursday, September 9, 10:00am-2:00pm
The Catholic Health Services Community Outreach Bus will be in the library’s parking lot, offering free blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index, and glucose screenings; along with patient preventative health education and referrals as needed. These free health screenings will be administered by a Catholic Health registered nurse. This is a free service that does not require insurance. Open to all 18 years and older. No appointments necessary.
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KAHOOT TRIVIA: SUMMER FUN FACTS
Do you know...when was the beach ball invented? Where is the longest beach in the U.S.A? What does SPF stand for? Test your knowledge with 12 trivia questions. Click here to play until Tuesday, 8/17. Good luck and have fun!
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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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