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
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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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. 

Crafty Thursdays: Drop In & Create!

5:15pm–6:00pm
School Age
Moriches Branch
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

Join us for a Fun Seasonal Craft!  

 

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

Babies Bonding: Monthly Milestones - April

6:00pm–6:45pm
Babies, Parents
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages birth – 18 months with an adult. No older siblings please. 

Using Reality to Create Fiction

6:00pm–8:00pm
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this workshop, William John Rostron discusses how to use real-life experiences to write fiction, non-fiction, and a hybrid of both. “Write what you know” is a commonly used cliché among writers.

Spinnin' Wax: Vinyl Listening Party

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come listen to vinyl records with your community. Bring your favorites, or come to discover new favorites!

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 16, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
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

GED Prep Class

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
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.  
 

Social Work Intern Chiara

9:00am–9:45am
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 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
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 2
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
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
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
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 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.

The Only Requirement

12:15pm–2:30pm
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
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 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.

Social Work Intern Chiara

3:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
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 Chiara

4:00pm–4:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
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 Chiara

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 2026 @ 5:00pm.
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.

Peter Pan - Rehearsal

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A+B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service, Theater
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!

Social Work Intern Chiara

9:00am–9:45am
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 18, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Teen 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.

U.S. Citizenship Preparation Class

9:30am–11:30am
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: English as a New Language (ENL), Literacy
Event Details:

For more information and to register, visit the Literacy Department (407 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley).

Pre-registration is required.

Social Work Intern Allen

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 18, 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.

Social Work Intern Chiara

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 18, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Teen 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.