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
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

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

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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Library Board Meeting

7:00pm–9:00pm
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Program Type: Library Board Meeting
Event Details:

The regular meetings of the Board of Trustees of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library.

Stroller Club

10:00am–10:45am
Babies, Parents
Off Site
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Fitness & Health, On the Road
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages birth - 23 months with an adult. 

Meet us at Patriots Preserve for a morning walk with your little one!

 

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!

Senior Fit Chair Workout

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 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.

Virtual Author Talk with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

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.

Kindness Keychains

4:30pm–5:15pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-3.

Learn about kindness and friendship, then make your own colorful keychain to take home or share with a friend! 

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

Cafe Chefs: Berrylicious Refreshers! (ages 2-5)

6:00pm–6:45pm
Preschool, Parents
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 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. 

Grab your grown-up and join us at Dutton Coffee Brew House for a fun, hands-on cooking experience! Perfect for little chefs and their favorite helper! 

Positive Parenting: VIRTUAL

6:00pm–7:30pm
Parents
Online Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will open on June 9, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Online Program
Age Group: Parents
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays, June 23, 30 and July 7, 14, 21 & 28 - 6:00-7:30 p.m.  

American Flag Tray Mosaic

6:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

FEE: $15

Retirement: Financial Literacy Seminar

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Making your money last - How do you picture your retirement? We’ll discuss strategies designed to help you work toward fulfilling your retirement expectations.

NY State Health Insurance Navigator

9:30am–5:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Lobby Room 1L
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Event Details:

Held at our Mastic Beach Branch.  

Social Work Intern Anne

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

Messy Meetups

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, Preschool, Parents
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 years with an adult.  

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
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 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.

Social Work Intern Anne

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

Social Work Intern Anne

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 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.

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!

Patriotic Sand Art

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5.

Kids will celebrate America 250 at the library by creating colorful patriotic sand art! Get creative while making a red, white, and blue masterpiece to take home. 

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.

Retro Gaming

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 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!

Vote Now: Unearth the BEST Dinosaur!

9:00am–9:00pm
Preschool, School Age
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Children in Grade 5 and younger.

Start Your Day the Right Way Walking Club

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Off Site
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will open on May 28, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness & Health
Registration Required
Event Details:

This event occurs offsite at the Terrell County Park, 43 Montauk Highway, Center Moriches, NY 11934.