Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Library mascot Ricardo holding a can, standing next to a box of cans decorated with hearts.

Have A Heart Food Drive

02/01/2026 @ 12:00pm to 02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Fireplace Lounge Area at Main Library

Program Type:

Events

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Fireplace Lounge Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Events
Event Details:

The library will be collecting non-expired, nonperishable food items to replenish local food pantries. Donations will be accepted at each library location. 

Library mascot Ricardo holding a can, standing next to a box of cans decorated with hearts.

Have A Heart Food Drive

02/17/2026 @ 12:00pm to 02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Adult Reference Area at Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Events

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Reference Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Events
Event Details:

The library will be collecting non-expired, nonperishable food items to replenish local food pantries. Donations will be accepted at each library location. 

Montauk Hoodoos, dryppoint, 2023

Meghan Goparaju - "Woodblock & Other Prints"

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
Hanging Wall Art at Main Library

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Hanging Wall Art
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

"Woodblock & Other Prints"

Painted Warhammer 40k figurine

Joe Cisar

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
Pedestals Moriches at Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Pedestals Moriches
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

This hobbyist's artistry is dedicated to The Sisters of the Battle / Adepta Sororitas, an elite group of female warriors in the Warhammer 40k universe known for their rigorous discipline and unwavering faith.    

Unkechaug Jewelry

"The Diane Schwindt Collection of 18th Century Cookware" and "The Artistry and Craftsmanship of Unkechaug Women." 

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
Display Cases & Pedestals at Main Library

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Display Cases & Pedestals
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

"The Diane Schwindt Collection of 18th Century Cookware" will be located in the showcase.

"The Artistry and Craftsmanship of Unkechaug Women" will be located in the pedestals.

Abstract painting - faces and lines

Tia Morris - "Monachopsis"

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

Abstract pieces made with acrylic and oil pastels by our Social Work Intern.

Clay pumpkin house

Margaret Navaez' "Sacred Adornment" and Hannah Perretti's "Whimsical Homes"

All Day 4/1 - 4/4
Display Cases & Pedestals at Main Library

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Display Cases & Pedestals
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

Margaret Navaez, “Sacred Adornment”  will be located in the pedestals. 

Nature, love, and spirituality are her ultimate inspiration for creating this jewelry.

Feltwork rabbit with pink background

JoAnn Henn - "Felted Friends"

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Pedestals Moriches at Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Pedestals Moriches
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

“Felted friends,” JoAnn's feltwork depictions of beloved animals and pets. 

Exhibition will run the whole month of April

Feltwork rabbit with pink background

JoAnn Henn - "Felted Friends"

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Wall Art Moriches at Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Wall Art Moriches
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

“Felted friends,” JoAnn's feltwork depictions of beloved animals and pets. 

Exhibition will run the whole month of April

Margaret Navaez's pink and green beaded necklace

Margaret Navaez' "Sacred Adornment" and Hannah Perretti's "Whimsical Homes"

All Day 4/6 - 4/30
Display Cases & Pedestals at Main Library

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Display Cases & Pedestals
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

Margaret Navaez, “Sacred Adornment”  will be located in the pedestals. 

Nature, love, and spirituality are her ultimate inspiration for creating this jewelry.

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Slime That You Can Eat: Cherry Jell-O

6:30pm–7:30pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-2. 

Make your own sweet, stretchy slime using cherry Jell-O—it’s fun to play with and safe to eat!

This program may not be suitable for those with food allergies. 

Baking- Sourdough

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our Sourdough 101 class teaches you the basics of Sourdough. Carefully craft your own starter and be ready to go home to begin your sourdough journey. Learn the basics such as feeding, shaping, technique, and you’ll even get to taste!

Tween Cooking Club: Shamrock Cookies 

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Love to mix, stir, and create? Join us each month as we explore basic cooking techniques, safe food handling, and tasty recipes. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and appetite! 

Casual Dominican Dinner: A Taste of Boca Chica

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Let’s take a little trip to the Dominican Republic, no passport required. We’ll recreate a casual Dominican dinner inspired by the kind of meals enjoyed at the beach in Boca Chica, simple, flavorful, and meant to be shared.

Easter Sunday

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Ice Cream Making Workshop for Kids

3:00pm–4:00pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-5.

Suffolk County Farm will be at our Library as they teach you how to make ice cream the old-fashioned way, with a hand-crank! Then enjoy samples of your homemade treat!

 

Cheddar Jalapeño Scones

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join A Mano Baking to learn how to Cheddar Jalapeño Scones. Patrons are required to bring their own mixing bowl and utensil of their choice.

Tween Cooking Club: Peep Pops 

5:30pm–6:15pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Love to mix, stir, and create? Join us each month as we explore basic cooking techniques, safe food handling, and tasty recipes. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and appetite! 

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Fiesta Flavors

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5.

Join us for a hands-on cooking program where kids learn how to make salsa and guacamole using fresh ingredients. This interactive experience encourages creativity, teamwork, and trying something new! 

Tween Cooking Club: Quesadilla Creations

5:30pm–6:15pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Love to mix, stir, and create? Join us each month as we explore basic cooking techniques, safe food handling, and tasty recipes. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and appetite! 

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Books & Bites: Dragons Love Tacos

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K - 3.

Join us for a fun story time featuring Dragon Loves Tacos, then make your very own sweet dessert tacos!   

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Memorial Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Family Dinner

5:30pm–7:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

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Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Independence Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center