Weekly eNewsletter
Week of November 15, 2021
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The library will be closed on Thursday, 11/25. We will re-open on Friday, 11/26 @ 9 AM. Items can be returned to the outside book drops.
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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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Messy Meetups @ Southaven Park
Wednesdays, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, & 12/22 @ 10:00-11:00 AM
Come explore the new “Forest School” trend with your little ones with this all-weather program. Children 2-5 years with their adult. Siblings welcome. Registration begins on 11/24.
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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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Family Winter Photos
Bring your family and your smiles into the library for a winter photo! Photos taken will be emailed to you to use as you wish. Families with at least one child birth-grade 7. No pets. To register, click one of the above times.
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Creation Station
Use your imagination and get creative with our on-hand art supplies and crafts! Drop in! No registration necessary. Grades K-6.
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Babies Boogie
Saturday, 11/20 @ 11:00-11:30 AM
Enjoy tons of wiggles and giggles while moving and grooving together! Babies birth-23 months with their adult. Register here.
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Toddlers Tango
Saturday, 11/20 @ 12:00-12:30 PM
Toddlers will experience a high energy creative music and movement program. Children 2-5 years with their adult. Register here.
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Families Cooking Together With Chef Rob
Wednesday, 12/1 @ 4:30-5:30 PM
Chef Rob is back, in-person, for his family cooking class! You family will make yummy sprinkle batter cookies. Families with at least one child grades 7 or younger. Registration begins on 11/24.
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Family Connect
Wednesday, 12/1 @ 6:30-8:30 PM
Enjoy family time together at the library with games and crafts to explore! We’ll have a special tealight snowman craft available for families that attend. Families with at least one child Pre-K-grade 7. Drop in! No registration required.
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Snowman Candy Jars
Friday, 12/3 @ 4:30-5:30 PM
Make a snowman candy jar for all of your holiday candy, by using paint and of course, your creativity! Grades 3-7. Registration begins on 11/26.
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The Missing Mystery Mitten Story and Craft
Friday, 12/3 @ 4:30-5:30 PM
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All things Grinch
Saturday, 12/4 @ 12:00-2:00 PM
Celebrate anything and everything Grinch, with Ms. Hillary! We will be crafting while watching The Grinch movie. Grades K-6. Registration begins on 11/27.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS
To register for events, click the corresponding links or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Get Crafty
Tuesday, 11/16 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Make beaded jewelry or keychains! No registration required.
While supplies lasts.
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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! No registration required.
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Illustrators Workshop
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with fellow artists and Mr. Casper! Click the above dates to register.
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Friendsgiving!
Spend time with old friends and new for desserts, apple cider, trivia, and games. Drop in! No registration required.
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Graphic Novel Book Club
Wednesday, 11/24 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
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Cricut Crafts: Infusible Ink Mugs
Thursday, 12/2 @ 4:00-5:00 PM
Learn how to use our Cricut Explore Air 2 electronic cutting machine and decorate your own mug with infusible ink pens. Register here.
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3D Print Club
Monday, 12/6 @ 5:30-6:30 PM
Learn the basics of 3D modeling with Tinkercad and play with our 3D pens. Register here.
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Advanced Battle of the Books
Tuesday, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, & 12/28 @ 3:00-4:00 PM
Attention teens in grades 9-12, who are passionate about reading and enjoy competition. You are invited to be on our Advanced Battle of the Books team, to compete against teens from other libraries in Suffolk County.
This years titles are Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson and Empress of a Thousand Skies by Rhonda Belleza. More details, books, and pizza will be given out at the meetings. Register here.
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Friday Nights @ the Library
Teens in grades 6-12, the library is open just for you on Friday nights, after hours! Make new friends or join old friends at these upcoming events:
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YOUR LIBRARY LOVES TO HELP |
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Rainbow Soup
However you identify, whatever your personal pronouns, you are invited to be part of this program. Mr. Alex, a social worker, will be here to answer questions and offer guidance. Drop in. No registration required.
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Guidance with Ms. Joseph
Teens can sign up for a one-on-one appointment for help with planning for their futures, which will include job and college applications, interview prep, and resume help. To register, click on one of the above times.
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Community Service is now available for 6-12th graders, who have a library card in good standing. To register, click on the link or call 631-399-1511 ext. 365.
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Congratulations to Laurance Orfini, who is the Teen Artist of the Month for November!
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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Let's Cook With Chef Rob
Monday, 12/1 @ 7:00-8:30 PM
Join Chef Rob in-person and learn how to make a hearty Yukon gold potato leek soup, as well as yummy winter chocolate snowstorm cookies. Bring a container to place your tasting portion into. Register here.
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Sea Glass Jewelry Workshop
Monday, 12/6 @ 6:45-8:00 PM
Create two one-of-a-kind sea glass necklaces to keep for yourself or gift to someone. Material fee: $20 per person and is non-refundable. Registration begins on 11/16.
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Explore the Historic Grounds of the William Floyd Estate
Wednesday, 12/8 @ 7:00-8:30 PM via Zoom
In honor of William Floyd’s birthday month, join a Park Ranger for this virtual tour of the historic grounds of the William Floyd Estate. Learn a bit about Floyd, the people who worked and lived on the property, as well as how the landscape continues to reflect the rich cultural and historical heritage of Mastic Beach. Register here.
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The Nickel Boys Online Books Discussion
Tuesday, 11/23 @ 7:00-8:30 PM via Zoom
The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead is a Pulitzer-prize winning novel, based on the real story of a reform school that operated for 111 years and warped the lives of thousands of children. Register here.
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the front desk. Digital copies are available on Libby and Overdrive.
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The Immortalists In-Person Book Discussion
Thursday,12/16 @ 2:00-4:00 PM
The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin probes the line between destiny and choice, reality and illusion, this world and the next. Registration begins on 11/18.
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the front desk. Digital copies are available on Libby, and Overdrive.
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Kahoot Trivia: State Abbreviations
Who knows every state abbreviation from east to west coast? If you think you do, put those skills to test with our state abbreviations Kahoot quiz. Click here to play until Tuesday, November 16. Open to all. Good luck and have fun!
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AmazonSmile
‘Tis the season! Give the gift of literacy by connecting your Amazon account with the Community Family Literacy Project’s AmazonSmile profile. Amazon donates a portion of your purchase to us with no additional cost to you. In turn, we provide educational classes, scholarships, book giveaways, and more. Thanks for your support!
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Like us on Facebook @ CFLP, Inc. for up-to-date local community news, fun facts, mindful practices, and of course, all things literacy!
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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, click here to apply.
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HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT YOUR LIBRARY CARD? |
Call 631-399-1511 ext 282
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