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 supplies to be added to box of cans

Community Cares Drive

03/01/2026 @ 12:00pm to 04/04/2026 @ 9:00pm
Mastic Beach Donation Drive at Mastic Beach Branch

Program Type:

Events

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Mastic Beach Donation Drive
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
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?

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.

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Tail Waggin' and Readin' Fun!

4:30pm–5:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Families
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 2
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Families
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Families with at least one child Grade 5 or younger.

Drop-in. No registration required. 
 

Creating With Canva: Sublimation Car Fresheners

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Maker Space (Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice your Canva design skills by creating your own custom car air freshener. Once your design is complete, it will be sublimated onto a car air freshener for you to take with you.

Spring Photo Frames

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby Rooms Combined
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Melissa to create a spring-themed picture frame for a favorite 4x6 photo. Bring a few photos with you to design a frame that fits your photo. 

Defensive Driving

5:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Drivers Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

Classes will be held May 11 and 12. You must attend both sessions to receive your certificate.

Cafe Chefs: Once Upon a Pizza! (ages 2-5)

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

Ages 2-5 with one adult or caregiver. 

Total Body Workout

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Health, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

A full body workout using resistance bands and weights to improve strength and flexibility. The workout includes cardio to strengthen the heart and improve circulation.

Fizzing Slime

6:30pm–7:30pm
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: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5. 

Slime with a twist: mix it, stretch it, and watch it bubble and fizz! 

Vegetable Gardening

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this class, participants will learn the basics of how to start a vegetable garden.  This presentation will also go over the most common types of vegetables that can be planted in the garden.

Books, Balls, and Blocks Presented by Help Me Grow (Ages Birth-23 months)

10:00am–10:45am
Babies, Parents
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Parenting, Play, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Books, Balls, and Blocks Presented by Help Me Grow 

Social Work Intern Allen

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 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.

Social Work Intern Tia

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.

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!

Books, Balls, and Blocks Presented by Help Me Grow (Ages 2-5)

11:00am–11:45am
Preschool, Parents
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Parenting, Play, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Books, Balls, and Blocks Presented by Help Me Grow 

Social Work Intern Allen

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 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.

Social Work Intern Tia

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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 Allen

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 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.

Social Work Intern Tia

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.

Fidelis Care Health Insurance Informational Tabling

12:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Fireplace Lounge Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Event Details:

A representative from Fidelis Care will be at our Shirley location to share information about health insurance coverage options for individuals and families. Drop in with your questions. No appointment necessary!

Social Work Intern Tia

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.

Senior Fit Chair Workout

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 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.

Social Work Intern Allen

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 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.

Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Vivienne Ming

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Online Program
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Register for this event using the Author Talk button to the right.

Social Work Intern Allen

3:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 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.

Social Work Intern Tia

3:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
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.