Weekly eNewsletter
Week of December 21, 2020
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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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Kids Crafts-To-Go will continue to be offered throughout the month. Pick up your craft kits when you visit the Children’s Department. |
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The Beginners Guide to Running Away @ Wertheim
Tuesday, December 22, 11:00am-12:00pm
For families.
Weather permitting, meet at Wertheim Refuge for a self-guided stroll. Each family will receive a free book. Register now..
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Curious About Ice Cream @ Wertheim
Monday, December 28, 11:00am-12:00pm
For families.
Weather permitting, meet at Wertheim Refuge for a self-guided stroll. Each family will receive a free book. Register now..
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VIRTUAL CLASS FOR FAMILIES |
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Chef Rob's "Grab and Go": Cinnamon Swirl Chocolate Chip bread
Monday, January 4
Families with children in grades 6 or younger.
Celebrate the New Year with a brand-new Chef Rob tasty treat and instructional video via Facebook! Register beginning 12/28 for your kit which includes the recipe and non-perishable ingredients.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS |
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Miss Kathy
Join Miss Kathy every Friday at 10:00am and 10:30am on Facebook for special online episodes of baby and toddler programs, which include fun, play, and learning.
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VIRTUAL CRAFTING, GAMING & MORE |
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Get Crafty!
Visit the teen department to pick up your craft kit, and then follow along with Ms. Erica’s tutorial on YouTube.
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Painted Wood Ornaments on December 21
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DIY Hand Warmers on December 28
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Trivia Tuesday: Name The Tune - Holiday Music
Tuesday, December 22
Test your knowledge of holiday music by singing along and naming the song with Kahoot!
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Let's Play Jackbox Games!
Wednesday, December 23, 7:30-8:30pm
Play these hysterical games with the TSD staff! We have Jackbox Party Pack 6 and Party Pack 3. Join us via Zoom ID 861 6844 1338 or watch on Twitch.
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@ THE LIBRARY & IN-PERSON |
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Art Club
Wednesday, December 16, 6:00-8:00pm
Come down to the Teen Department to work on your art projects with the art cart, while chatting with your friends.
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ADVANCED BATTLE OF THE BOOKS |
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Teens in grades 9-12 who have a love of reading and competition are invited to be part of our battle team. We will compete with libraries across Suffolk County in April 2021 via Zoom. If you are interested, email Ms. Kyle at skyle@communitylibrary.org for more information.
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR ALL THINGS TEEN! |
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SMALL BUSINESS MENTORING
Are you an entrepreneur or small business owner seeking business advice? Speak with a SCORE business mentor via Zoom. Register for your one-hour appointment by clicking on the desired time or by calling 631-399-1511 ext. 240.
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HERBAL SURVIVAL KIT
Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom
Join Ehris and Velya of Grounded Goodwife to build your wellness herbal apothecary, so you may breeze through the winter and be ready to enjoy spring! Click here for the list of supplies. Registration begins on 12/28.
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HISTORICAL VIRTUAL TOUR
Take a virtual tour of the home of Eleanor Roosevelt, where she and her husband, Franklin, entertained friends, state visitors, the press, and their associates in the tranquil and relaxed atmosphere of Val-Kill.
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KAHOOT! TRIVIA: SPELLING WINTER WORDS |
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Winter officially begins today! Celebrate the winter solstice with this week’s Kahoot trivia game which tests your spelling skills for winter words. Click here to play until Tuesday, 12/22. Good luck and have fun!
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VIRTUAL FRIENDLY SPANISH CONVERSATION
Thursdays, January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, and 18, 7:00-8:30 pm via GoToMeeting
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Learn basic conversational Spanish in a relaxed setting. All levels are welcome. ¡Todos los niveles son bienvenidos! Register now.
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#STAFFPICKS
Samantha recommends 25 Sing-A-Long Christmas Songs for Kids to get you into the holiday spirit! Download or stream with your library card from Hoopla Music.
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CUSTOMER RESOURCE SERVICES
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STOCKING STUFFERS
Give the gift of an experience this holiday season, for a trip to the Long Island Aquarium. Discount tickets are available for purchase in-person at the front desk for $20 per ticket.
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It may be getting quite chilly outside, but your requested items will be cozy and warm in our contact-free lockers. Request items online or by calling 631-399-1511 and be sure to choose Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library Lockers as your pickup location.
Patrons must have their library card or barcode in order to access their locker.
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STUDY AND TUTOR ROOMS REOPENED |
MMSCL cardholders may now request the use of study rooms. Apply here.
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HAPPINESS IS HAVING YOUR OWN LIBRARY CARD |
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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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Have a Question About Your Library Card? |
Call 631-399-1511 ext 282
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The library will be closed on 12/24 and 12/25. We will re-open on Saturday, 12/26 @ 9 AM. Items can be returned to the outside book drops. |
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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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(formally OneClick Digital) collection of eAudiobooks from Recorded Books
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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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