Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Community Cares Ricardo holding a basket of hygiene items to be added to a box of cans

Community Cares Drive

03/01/2026 @ 12:00pm to 06/30/2026 @ 9:00pm
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:

Help us support our neighbors in need.  The Library’s Community Cares Drive is collecting non-expired, nonperishable food items and hygiene products to replenish local pantries now through June.  Donations will be a

Community Cares Ricardo holding a basket of hygiene items to be added to a box of cans

Community Cares Drive

03/01/2026 @ 12:00pm to 06/30/2026 @ 9:00pm
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:

Help us support our neighbors in need.  The Library’s Community Cares Drive is collecting non-expired, nonperishable food items and hygiene products to replenish local pantries now through June.  Donations will be a

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

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
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

Hand on table lit by light from window

What Does Neurodiversity Look Like?

All Day 4/6 - 4/29
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:

What Does Neurodiversity Look Like?

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Social Work Intern Anne

10:00am–10:45am
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.

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
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 11:00am.
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.

Social Work Intern Anne

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
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.

Social Work Intern Anne

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 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.

Crochet & Knit

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

All skill levels are welcome!

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!

HIICAP

2:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

HIICAP

2:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

HIICAP

3:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

HIICAP

3:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

HIICAP

4:00pm–4:30pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Make Cat & Dog Toys

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make cat and dog toys that will be donated to the Brookhaven Animal Shelter. One hour of community service is available for students in grades 6 through 12 with a valid MMS library card. 

HIICAP

4:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Minecraft Builders

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 3:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: CPSD Floor at Main
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1 - 5.

Join your fellow Minecraft enthusiasts to hang out and play Minecraft. Please note this is an unstructured meetup. Prior knowledge of Minecraft for PC is required.  

Edible Dirt Cups

6:00pm–6:30pm
School Age
Main Library
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K - 5.

Make Edible Dirt Cups!

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.

Woodworking Workshop: Pea Trellis

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will close on April 14, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Create a (36" tall x 24" wide) garden pea trellis to support your plants. Simple to build, functional, and perfect for any garden space!

Retro Gaming

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pretend it's the arcade days with some retro NES games on the Nintendo Switch! Eat snacks and try to get the highest score!

Start Your Day the Right Way Walking Club

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Off Site
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will close on April 30, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

Held at Patriot’s Preserve Park, Shirley 

Literacy: High Beg with Lindsey

9:30am–11:15am
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English as a New Language (ENL), Literacy

Social Work Intern Tia

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby 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 Tia

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby 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 Tia

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby 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.