Weekly eNewsletter
Week of August 2, 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 6
Take a Break from the summer heat, kick up your feet, and stream movies on Kanopy. Your library card gives you access to thousands of free movies, documentaries, and much more! Have a question about Kanopy? Call 631-399-1511 for assistance.
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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Come out and join community members and organizations for a family friendly event on Tuesday, August 3rd from 5:00-8:00pm at the William Floyd High School football field.
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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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Shark Wind Chime Kit
Tuesday, August 10, 6:00-6:30pm
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Creation Station
Wednesday, August 11, 5:00-6:00pm
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Steam Fun Fridays
Friday, August 13, 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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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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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.
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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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Shark Pull-Back Toy Craft Kit
Take a bite out of boredom during shark week, by assembling your own pull-back shark craft. Registration begins on 8/9. Children entering grades 1-7.
The Art Nanny: Shark Kit
Chef Rob's Strawberry Festival Bread
This month, prepare strawberry festival bread from home with the help of Chef Rob’s tutorial which will be posted on our Facebook page. Registration begins on 8/9. Families with children in grades 6 and younger.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS & CAREGIVERS |
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Positive Parenting
Wednesdays, August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 8, 15, 6:00-7:30pm via Zoom
Learn how to set healthy boundaries, how to discipline without punishment, and how to treat your children with respect so that they will respect you. Sessions are designed for both mandated (certificate included) and non-mandated parents. Click here to register.
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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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Get Crafty
Learn how to make cute pineapple earrings that are perfect for the summer! Drop in, no registration required. While supplies last.
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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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Trivia Tuesday - Video Games
Join us in-person in the Teen Department for video game trivia! Drop in, no registration required.
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Theatre Camp
Wednesday, August 4, 11, 18, 2:00-4:00pm
Need something fun to do this summer? Why not try acting? We’ll cover everything from Shakespeare to improv, as well as prepare a piece to perform at our showcase on Friday, 8/20. Click here to register. For MMSCL teens entering 7th grade-12th grade.
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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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Makerspace Workshop: Cricut Crafts
Thursday, August 5, 4:00-5:00pm
Learn how to use our new Cricut Explore Air 2 electronic cutting machine. We will be decorating tumblers with vinyl decals. Click here to register.
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Illustrators Workshop
Friday, August 6, 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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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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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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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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Route 66: A Journey Through History
Established in 1926, Route 66 holds a special place in America’s heart as one of the original highways. Join David Clark of the Windy City Road Warrior for a virtual road trip exploring ‘The Mother Road’ Route 66. No registration necessary.
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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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Small Business Mentoring
Monday, August 9, 6:00-9:00pm via Zoom
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Job and Career Counseling
Get help with resumes, job searches, interview techniques, and explore career options with our career counselor for a one-hour, in-person appointment at the library. To schedule your appointment, click on one of the times above or call 631-399-1511 ext. 240.
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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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YOUR LIBRARY LOVES TO HELP |
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Music and Memory Program
How can music change the life of a loved one afflicted by Alzheimer’s or dementia? When someone you love struggles with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, or another form of cognitive or physical impairment, it can be a tremendous challenge to communicate and find ways to help them. Personalized music can help bridge that gap and enable you to reconnect with one another. Re-connecting them with their favorite music can vastly improve their quality of life regardless of their cognitive or physical status.
Caregivers can enroll a loved one in the Community Library’s Music and Memory program as follows:
Pick up a playlist questionnaire at the Adult Services Information Desk, fill it out with your loved one’s musical selections, and return it to us. You will be notified when your iPod is ready to be picked up. Check out the personalized iPod with a valid MMSCL card for a loan period of 60 days.
For information, please call Debbi Gallucci, Senior Outreach and Reference Librarian at 399-1511 ext. 354.
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KAHOOT TRIVIA: SUMMER SPELLING
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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
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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