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
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.

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

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Social Work Intern Tia

6:00pm–6:45pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Room 1L
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Learn How to Write in Cursive

6:00pm–7:00pm
School Age
Main Library
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Workshop, Writing
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Can you sign your name in script? Can you read something written in script? Come and learn how! 

Minecraft Escape Room

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

You have been transported into the world of Minecraft! Work together to solve puzzles and challenges based on the world of Minecraft in order to escape! Will you escape back to reality, or be trapped in the world of Minecraft forever?&nb

Positive Parenting: VIRTUAL

6:00pm–7:30pm
Parents
Online Program
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Online Program
Age Group: Parents
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays, February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17 & 24 - 6:00-7:30 p.m.  

Guided Meditation and Reiki

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

De-stress and relax at this Guided Meditation and Reiki healing session with Reiki healer, Michele. Bring a blanket or yoga mat if you’d like. Open to all.

Advanced Battle of the Books

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 12, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have an interest in reading and trivia? Advanced Battle of the Books is a county-wide competition for teens in grades 9 through 12. We will compete with other Suffolk County libraries in the Spring. 

Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Event Details:

Library board meeting

NY State Health Insurance Navigator

9:30am–5:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby Room 1L
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Event Details:

Held at our Mastic Beach Branch.  

Social Work Intern Anne

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Messy Meetups

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Preschool, Parents
Moriches Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 years with an adult.  

Canasta Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Open Play. All Welcome.

Social Work Intern Anne

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Main Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Social Work Intern Anne

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Social Work Intern Anne

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Makerspace Drop-In Hours

1:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Maker Space (Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Get ready to design, create and innovate! Come explore our 3D printers, crafting supplies, laser engraver, embroidery machines and more. No appointment needed- just bring your ideas and let' make something amazing together!

Music Bingo

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun game of music bingo, featuring hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and today! Open to all. 

Manga Book Club & Anime Watch Party

4:15pm–5:15pm
Teens
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be reading and discussing Yona of the Dawn 1!by Mizuho Kusanagi, then enjoying snacks and crafts as we watch episodes from the anime adaptation! Check out the book from the teen desk in the Mastic Beach Branch or the Main Building.

Peter Pan - Rehearsal

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service, Theater
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us put on our production of the classic play Peter Pan for the children’s department!
Rehearsals will count as one hour of community service each. Speak to Mr. Kyle in the Teen Department if you'd like to join!

Have a Heart Food Drive Help

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Teen Room 1L
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Earn one hour of community service by helping to sort and pack food donations. 

Art Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Maker Space (Combined)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Draw, paint, sketch and explore art with Mr. Casper. This is a drop-in program.

Historic Schoolhouses of Long Island

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Zach Studenroth, an architectural historian who recently published (with Kurt E.

Guided Meditation for Kids

7:00pm–7:30pm
School Age
Moriches Branch
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Fitness & Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 2-5. 

Never meditated before? No worries! Bring a blanket and your imagination for a relaxing pre-bedtime experience.  

LI Addiction Resource Center Tabling

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join Human Understanding & Growth Services, Inc. (HUGS, Inc.), for a 1 on 1 naloxone training and addiction resource distribution through longislandaddictionresourcecenter.org. HUGS,Inc.

Senior Fit Chair Workout

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Health, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to this workout using a ball for strength training and to improve posture, flexibility, and mobility. There will be a warmup first, ball incorporated into the workout, and ending with a cool down.