Adult Programs
Registration is immediate and ongoing unless otherwise noted.
Registered space is held for 10 minutes from the program’s start then it is offered to a standby.
Please let us know in advance if you require any special assistance due to a disability.
AARP Tax Assistance Program
South Country Library is pleased to partner with AARP in offering their free Tax Assistance Program again this year. This is a free, volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service, available to seniors (age 60 and over) and to low- and middle-income taxpayers. The service is intended to provide basic tax help and is by appointment only.
Again this year due to a continued shortage of volunteers, a very limited number of appointments will be available. For this reason, South Country Library patrons with valid library cards only will be permitted to participate. If you do not have a card, or your card has expired, please obtain one at the Library’s Circulation desk before registering. Counselors will be at the Library on Tuesdays between 10 a.m.–2 p.m. by appointment only. You may call or visit the Reference Desk at 286-0818 to make an appointment.
Zumba Classes
Monday, 7:30 p.m. February 6.
Come to the Library and join the dance party with instructor Carol Klein! Have fun and get in shape as the hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves create a one of a kind fitness program. Zumba is calorie burning, energizing and just plain fun. There is a non-refundable fee of $20 due at registration. In-person registration required. Non-refundable fee due at registration. For South Country Library card-holders. This class has already begun.
BOOKS & LITERATURE
Poetry Event
Deborah La’Sassier
Wednesday, February 15, 7 p.m.
“The best way to describe my poetry is: I write about reality – not always with a happy ending, just real life. My poetry is also about healing. In order for colors to fade, we have to learn to swim above the rain.” Deborah La’Sassier is a wife, mother, author, poet, winner of the 2001 International Poet of Merit award, East Patchogue resident, and Bellport High School graduate. On Wednesday, February 15th at 7 p.m., Deborah will discuss and present her work for the South Country community. Refreshments will be served following the event.
Writing Workshop
Tuesdays, 7 p.m. February 14, 28, March 13, 27, April 10, 24, May 8, 22.
Bill Reynolds, formerly of the Writing Program at SUNY Stony Brook is back to facilitate this popular workshop. Join fellow authors to write, and constructively criticize your own work and the work of others. A piece of writing is due at the beginning of each session. Your first assignment will be given at the time of registration which has begun. In-person registration required. For South Country Library card-holders. Out-of-district residents may register one week prior to program, space permitting.
COOKING and CRAFTS
Soul Food Cooking
Tuesday, February 21, 7 p.m.
To help celebrate African American History Month, the Library will have back Lee Perrotta to show you how to make some delicious soul food! You’ll learn how to make good, southern comfort food such as oven baked, buttermilk chicken with a black peppered paprika sage crust and side dishes like collard greens and mulled sweet potatoes. A non-refundable fee of $7 is due at the time of registration. In-person registration required. Non-refundable fee due at registration.
COMPUTER CORNER
Computer 1st Grade for Adults
Wednesday, February 8, 2-4 p.m.
Learn how to work with text including inputting, inserting, moving, and erasing; learn basic word processing skills, and understand files and commands. Telephone registration at 286-0818. Online registration available. For South Country Library card-holders. Out-of-district residents may register one week prior to program, space permitting.
Computer 2nd Grade for Adults
Wednesday, February 15, 2-4 p.m.
Learn how to work on the computer with numbers including inputting, inserting, moving, erasing and simple mathematical operations. Receive an introduction to spreadsheets providing an understanding of basic techniques, creating a workbook, inputting and working with data, formulas and functions, formatting and spreadsheet design. Telephone registration at 286-0818. Online registration available. For South Country Library card-holders. Out-of-district residents may register one week prior to program, space permitting.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel ’07
Thursday, February 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn more about the world’s most popular spreadsheet program, including functions, working with ranges, columns and rows, and much more. Telephone registration at 286-0818. Online registration available. For South Country Library card-holders. Out-of-district residents may register one week prior to program, space permitting.
Book a Librarian
The Library now offers one-on-one technology help with a Reference Librarian. Call to schedule a 30-minute appointment (limit of one per person) for basic technology help: to use your library account online; to search the online catalog; to place holds for materials; to download materials free from Live-brary.com; to use your e-reader (Nook, iPad, Kindle, etc). Other topics include: basic computer help; basic internet help; e-mail; introduction to Microsoft Office programs; social networking (primarily Facebook). Open to South Country Library cardholders only. Telephone registration at 286-0818.
CLUBS
Bridge Club
Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m.
Meet and play. Join the fun and bring a friend! No registration is required.
Mah-Jongg Club
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-12 noon
Enjoy this ancient Chinese game with friends and fellow enthusiasts. We have two sets for you to share or you can bring your own. No registration is required.
Fireplace Literary Club
Does not meet in February.
Next meeting: Wednesday, March 14 at Brookhaven Free Library.
HELP and INFORMATION
Child/Family Health Plus
Wednesday, February 8, 3-6 p.m.
Low- or no-cost health care coverage is available through NY State. A representative will help you learn about and enroll in any of the managed care plans that participate in these programs, or Medicaid if eligible. For information about what you need to bring in order to enroll, please call 631-656-9783 or 631-435-3000. No Registration Required.
Senior Advocate
Thursday, February 23, 10 a.m.-12 noon
Jacqueline Fleming of the Suffolk County Office for the Aging is back to help you with questions about services and programs for seniors, paperwork for Medicare, Medicaid, food stamps, HEAP, and senior ID cards. No Registration Required.
EDUCATION and ENTERTAINMENT
Intermediate Mah-Jongg Lessons
Fridays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. February 10, 17.
Local expert Carol Castagnaro will expand on the basics for people who know how to play Mah-Jongg in this six-week class. Join us for lessons then apply all you learn at our Mah-Jongg club on Wednesday mornings. A non-refundable fee of $10 is due at registration. In-person registration required. Non-refundable fee due at registration. This class has started.
Defensive Driving
Saturday, February 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wednesday, March 7 and Thursday, March 8, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday, April 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Course completion entitles you to insurance discounts and point reduction on your driving record. There is a fee of $27. Check or money order only, payable to Empire Safety Council. In-person registration required. Non-refundable fee due at registration. For South Country Library card-holders. Out-of-district residents may register one week prior to program, space permitting.
ESL Conversation Group “Survey”
Are you, or is someone you know, looking to practice speaking English as a Second Language (ESL)? Would an English Conversation Group that meets at the Library be useful? This informal group would meet exclusively to practice conversational English and would be offered for intermediate level students age 18 and over. If you are interested, contact Patrick through email at sctyref@sctylib.org or at 286-0818.
Thursday Afternoon at the Movies
We are now showing a film every Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m.
Cookies will be served. No registration required.
Keep in mind that the films scheduled could change based on availability.
February 9
Moneyball
(PG-13), 133 minutes
The story of Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to put together a baseball club on a budget by employing a Yale economics graduate and his computer-generated analysis to draft his players.
February 16
Contagion
(PG-13), 106 minutes
A thriller centered on the threat posed by a deadly disease and an international team of doctors contracted by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to deal with the outbreak.
February 23
Johnny English Reborn
(PG), 102 minutes
In his latest mission, Johnny English must stop a group of international assassins before they eliminate a world leader and cause global chaos. With just one shot at redemption, he will use (or misuse) the latest high-tech gadgets and every trick in his playbook to protect us all.
