Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Sample basket by Jeannie Baker

Urban Fiction + Jeannie Baker: Woven Artistry

All Day 2/1 - 2/15
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:

We dedicate our showcase exhibit this month to the stories, authors, and characters that give this fiction genre its rich vibrancy and contemporary vibe. 

African mask collected by Jeannie Baker

Statuary

All Day 2/1 - 2/15
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:

Jeannie Baker shares statuary and 3-D figures her mother collected as she traveled the globe.   

Exhibition will be running the whole month of February

Black & white photo of car in Brooklyn

David Bradshaw: Brooklyn Ready

All Day 2/1 - 2/15
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:

Bradshaw will showcase a selection of photos from his publication "Brooklyn Ready.”   

Exhibition will be running the whole month of February

Black & white photo from Egypt

David Bradshaw: Journey to Egypt

All Day 2/1 - 2/15
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:

Bradshaw will showcase a selection of photos from his recent sojourn to Egypt.  

Exhibition will be running the whole month of February

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

02/01/2026 @ 12:00pm to 02/15/2026 @ 5:00pm
Front Desk at Mastic Beach Branch

Program Type:

Events

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Front Desk
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. 

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Social Work Intern Anne

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program 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.

Chess Club

5:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Join us to play some chess. You bring the skills, we provide the space. Feel free to bring your own chess set, if desired. Open to all, walk-ins welcome. 

Makerspace Drop-In Hours

5:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Maker Space (Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

TALK. CONNECT. PROTECT: Guiding Good Choices

6:00pm–8:00pm
Parents
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 2
Age Group: Parents
Program Type: Counseling/Support, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Thursdays, February 26 & March 5, 12, 19 & 26

6:00-8:00 p.m.  

Open Mic Night

6:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

The mic is all yours!  Sing some songs, read some poems, tell some jokes, or come to just listen. Performers will have a 15-minute performance slot. Microphones and a keyboard will be provided. Sign-up begins at 5:45pm.

The History of Chocolate

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 26, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hot chocolate became all the rage among 18th-century American colonists.

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. 

Social Work Intern Chiara

9:00am–9:45am
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.

Mahjong Group

9:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Open Play. All Welcome.

Baby Play Date

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Parents
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages birth-18 months with an adult. No older siblings. 
 

Bring your little one for a fun baby play date! This is an unstructured meetup meant for play, exploring and socializing.

Toddler Play Date

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool, Parents
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 2
Age Group: Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 19 months - 3 years with an adult. No older siblings. 
 

Bring your little one for a fun toddler play date! This is an unstructured meetup meant for play, exploring and socializing.

Makerspace Drop-In Hours

10:00am–1:00pm
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!

Social Work Intern Chiara

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
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.

The Only Requirement

12:15pm–1:15pm
Main Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Purpose of Meeting

https://suffolkny-aa.org/meetings/178-mn-00/

Social Work Intern Chiara

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
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.

Social Work Intern Chiara

3:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
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.

Pokémon Day!

3:30pm–5:30pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Books & Reading, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Grades 1-5. Drop-in. No registration required. 

Social Work Intern Chiara

4:00pm–4:45pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
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.

Pokémon Day!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Teen Floor MB
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch "Pokémon Presents", play some games and bring your own cards to exchange and show off. One pack of Pokémon sampling pack trading cards will be provided to each registered teen. 

Bookworm Book Club: Pokémon: Scarlet & Violet, Vol. 1

4:30pm–5:00pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5.

We will be discussing the graphic novel Pokémon: Scarlet & Violet, Vol. 1 by Hidenori Kusaka.

Social Work Intern Chiara

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 27, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
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.

All Abilities Awareness Fair

All Day
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A+B

All Abilities Awareness Fair

All Day
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2

Social Work Intern Chiara

9:00am–9:45am
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Room 2R
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.