Monthly eNewsletter
May 2022
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MastiCon
Saturday, 5/7 @ 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
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COMMUNITY CLEANUP
Join the Literacy Department and participate in the Town of Brookhaven’s Community Cleanup. Join a group to clean an assigned site around our community, or feel free to pick up supplies and clean a site you have in mind. Community service certificates will be provided to participants. Register here.
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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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ON THE ROAD
To register for events, click the corresponding links or call 631-399-1511 ext. 260.
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Family Roller Skating Night @ Gr8skates
Thursday, 5/26 @ 5:30-8:00 PM
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS |
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'May the Fourth Be With You' Baby Yoda Drawing
Wednesday, 5/4 @ 6:30-7:30 PM
Art teacher, Amy, will teach young artists how to draw Baby Yoda. Grades 1-5. Register here.
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How Do You Book?
Friday, 5/6 @ 4:30-5:00 PM
Celebrate Children’s Book Week with various activities. Grades K-2. Register here.
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Mad Lib Together
Tuesday, 5/10 @ 6:30-7:00 PM
Create wacky stories together with Mad Libs prompts! Families with at least one child in grades 1-6. Register here.
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Guess the Book
Wednesday, 5/18 @ 6:00-6:30 PM
See if you can guess some of our favorite picture books using only the first lines as a clue! Families with at least one child in grades K-6. Registration begins on 5/11.
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Healthy Lunch Box
Monday, 5/23 @ 6:00-7:30 PM
Get nutritious, appetizing lunches that appeal to children. Families with at least one child in grades Pre-K-2. Registration begins on 5/16.
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DROP IN! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED! |
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Tail Waggin' & Readin' Fun!
Children are invited to read their favorite book to a certified therapy dog. Grades K-6.
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While supplies last!
International Harry Potter Day ‘Party in a Bag’ Families w/ at least one child in grades Pre-K-6. Available 5/2-5/8
‘Peter Pan Day’ Bundle Families w/ at least one child in grades Pre-K-2. Available 5/9-5/15
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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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Art Club
Come down to the Teen Department to work on your art projects with the art cart supplies, while chatting with your friends.
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Gaming Café
Play board games, while enjoying snacks with your friends, old and new!
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Illustrator's Workshop
Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with fellow artists and Mr. Casper!
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3D Print Workshop
Learn the basics of 3D modeling with Tinkercad.
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Friday Nights at the Library
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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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Congratulations to Kimberly Regis, who is May’s Teen Artist of the Month!
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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Effective Communication Strategies For Caregivers
Tuesday, 5/17 @ 2:00-3:00 PM
An educator from Alzheimer’s Association will discuss how to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help connect and communicate with individuals at each stage of the disease. Registration begins on 5/3.
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Thursday Afternoon at the Movies: Heart of Champions
Thursday, 5/19 @ 2:00-4:00 PM
During their last year at an Ivy League college in 1999, a group of friends and crew teammates’ lives are changed forever when an Army vet takes over as coach of their rowing team. Rated PG-13. Register begins on 5/5.
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Cricut Crafter's Club
Thursday, 5/19 @ 6:45-8:45 PM
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Protecting Your Identity and Other Assets
Saturday, 5/21 @ 10:00-11:00 AM
Learn how to recognize, respond to, and reduce the risks of identity theft. Register here.
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Introduction to Genealogy Online
Tuesday, 5/24 @ 2:00-3:30 PM
Learn how to unlock the secrets of your family’s long forgotten past with Reference Librarian, Brad Shupe. Register here.
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Drop in and craft! No registration required. While supplies last.
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Fire Island Lighthouse
Wednesday, 5/11 @ 7:00-8:00 PM via Zoom
Join a Ranger to discover the rich history of the Fire Island Lighthouse and our maritime heritage. Register here.
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Night of the Shooting Stars
Tuesday, 05/17 @ 7:00-8:00 PM via Zoom
Join Broadcast Meteorologist, Joe Rao, for a presentation on shooting stars and the show in the sky that we may be able to see on the evening of May 30th. Register here.
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Inside the Mind of a Whale
Wednesday, 5/18 @ 7:00-8:00 PM via Zoom
Find out what researchers have uncovered about whales’ thinking and their amazing behaviors in the wild. Register here.
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Employment Counseling With Suffolk County Department of Labor
Meet with a representative from the Suffolk County Department of Labor who can assist you with job searches, creating a resume, vocational training resources, interview skills, and more.
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Job Fair Workshop
Receive help with resumes, interviewing skills, and general job fair preparation with a Labor Ambassador from the Suffolk County Department of Labor. No appointments necessary. Open to all.
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Job Fair Live & In-Person!
Learn about employment opportunities and how to apply at various Long Island companies. Open to all.
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Small Business Mentoring
Do you want to open your own business and are not sure where to start? Are you a business owner who needs advice? Meet with SCORE Business Mentors for one-on-one help. Click the above times to register.
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Job and Career Counseling
Get help with resumes, job searches, interviewing techniques, and explore career options with our Career Counselor. Click the above times to register.
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Literacy Suffolk Tutor Training: Informational Session
Are you interested in becoming a tutor for Literacy Suffolk? Literacy Suffolk trains volunteers to work with adults in need of basic reading and writing skills. A volunteer will be available to answer any questions you may have about the organization and what it is like to be a tutor. Click the above times to register.
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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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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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CREATIVEBUG
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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