Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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

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

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

02/01/2026 @ 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

02/17/2026 @ 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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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. 

Tween Cooking Club: Peep Pops 

5:30pm–6:15pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Love to mix, stir, and create? Join us each month as we explore basic cooking techniques, safe food handling, and tasty recipes. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and appetite! 

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

Baseball Keychains

6:30pm–7:15pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 23, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-5.

Create your own MLB-inspired baseball keychain using Perler beads! Make team colors, baseballs, or initials and take home a sporty accessory.  


 


 

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.

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!

The Only Requirement

12:15pm–1:15pm
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/

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.

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!

Baby Games

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Parents
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Fun & Games, Play
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth-18 months w/ adult. 
 

The Only Requirement

12:15pm–1:15pm
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/

Tempered Glass Cutting Board

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 22, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Maker Space (Combined)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design a beautiful tempered glass cutting board in the Makerspace for Mother's Day or special person in your life. 

Can You Break Out?

5:30pm–6:30pm
School Age
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Come compete for prizes with an escape room-like game!

 

LI Mad Science: Space Travel Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 1+2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-5.

Parent/Toddler Workshop

10:00am–11:00am
Babies, 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: Babies, Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games, Parenting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parent/Toddler Workshop

Tuesdays, April 14, 21, 28 & May 5 - 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Registration required for each separate session.

Ages 12-35 months with an adult.

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!

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

Positive Parenting: VIRTUAL

6:00pm–7:30pm
Parents
Online Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will open on March 17, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Online Program
Age Group: Parents
Program Type: Counseling/Support
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tuesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28 & May 5 - 6:00-7:30 p.m.  

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.  

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.

Little Creators Art Studio & Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool, Parents
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: Preschool, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-5 years with an adult.

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!

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.

Family Roller Skating Night @ Gr8skates

6:00pm–8:00pm
Babies, Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families
Off Site
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will open on April 29, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families
Program Type: On the Road
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families with at least one child in Grade 5 or younger.