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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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Minecraft Builders

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: CPSD Floor at Main
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: 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.  

Peter Pan - Rehearsal

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 11, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A+B
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!

Defensive Driving

5:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Drivers Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Classes will be held March 17 and 18.

You must attend both sessions to receive your certificate.

Shamrock Art Lab

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-3.

Step into the lab and get creative! Kids will use tin foil to make fun, colorful shamrocks.


 


 

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.

Amigurumi Penguin

6:00pm–7:30pm
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: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join us to crochet with Noelle. All levels welcome to learn the basics of crocheting with the goal of a plushy penguin. All materials will be provided. 
 

Retro Gaming

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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!

Find Your Best Colors: A Color Analysis Workshop

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games, Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to know what colors make you glow? Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of seasonal color analysis and discover your personal color palette. Open to all.

Smart Ways to Pay for Senior Care

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

What You’ll Learn:

Senior Fit Chair Workout

1:00pm–2:00pm
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: 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.

Gathering Grounds Support Group

2:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Event Details:

This program provides a space to meet in a group setting for Social Work assistance. Open to all.

Book Discussion: Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell

2:30pm–4:00pm
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: Books & Reading
Registration Required

Future, Your Finances, and Your Medicare

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this seminar, participants will learn: 

Social Work Intern Anne

4:00pm–4:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.

Teen Civics Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 12, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about our government and make an informational poster to display in the Teen Department. Earn one hour of community service. For students in grades 6 through 12 with a valid MMS library card. 

Social Work Intern Anne

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.  

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Family and Children's Association is hosting a monthly support group for persons who care for someone with dementia or memory loss.  The support group provides caregivers with emotional and social support, as well as educati

Astronomy Star Party

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Moriches Branch
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Moriches Lawn
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Event Details:

Join the AstroNots for a night of star gazing! Bring your own telescope or look through ours! Weather permitting. 

Female Pirates

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fearsome females like Anne Bonny and Mary Read attacked and captured 18th-century merchant ships in the West Indies. Adam Grohman of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy presents.

GED Prep Class

7:00pm–8:30pm
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: Continuing Education
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

FEE: $30

Need help preparing for the General Educational Development Test known as GED?  This program will help get you started. Focus will be on math and reading/writing.  
 

Mahjong Group

9:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Room 2R
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Open Play. All Welcome.