Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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. 

Abstract painting - faces and lines

Tia Morris - "Monachopsis"

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

Abstract pieces made with acrylic and oil pastels by our Social Work Intern.

Montauk Hoodoos, dryppoint, 2023

Meghan Goparaju - "Woodblock & Other Prints"

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
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:

"Woodblock & Other Prints"

Painted Warhammer 40k figurine

Joe Cisar

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
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:

This hobbyist's artistry is dedicated to The Sisters of the Battle / Adepta Sororitas, an elite group of female warriors in the Warhammer 40k universe known for their rigorous discipline and unwavering faith.    

Unkechaug Jewelry

"The Diane Schwindt Collection of 18th Century Cookware" and "The Artistry and Craftsmanship of Unkechaug Women." 

All Day 3/1 - 3/30
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:

"The Diane Schwindt Collection of 18th Century Cookware" will be located in the showcase.

"The Artistry and Craftsmanship of Unkechaug Women" will be located in the pedestals.

Clay pumpkin house

Margaret Navaez' "Sacred Adornment" and Hannah Perretti's "Whimsical Homes"

All Day 4/1 - 4/4
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

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
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

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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 1 + 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.  

Spinnin' Wax: Vinyl Listening Party

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Mastic Beach Branch
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Adult Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Music
Event Details:

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

Advanced Battle of the Books

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 12, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have an interest in reading and trivia? Advanced Battle of the Books is a county-wide competition for teens in grades 9 through 12. We will compete with other Suffolk County libraries in the Spring. 

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: Meeting Room 2
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
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.  
 

Social Work Intern Chiara

9:00am–9:45am
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 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 March 6, 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 March 6, 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!

Early Literacy - Shapes!

11:00am–11:30am
Babies, Parents
Moriches Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 6, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Moriches
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Fun & Games, Play, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages birth-23 months with an adult. 

Early literacy activities like songs, fingerplays, and books about Shapes!

 

Social Work Intern Chiara

12:00pm–12:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 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.

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/

Social Work Intern Chiara

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 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.

Battle of the Books Information Session

1:30pm–2:30pm
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 24, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Room 1L
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you love books and pub-style trivia, Battle of the Books takes the best of both! 

Social Work Intern Chiara

3:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 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 Chiara

4:00pm–4:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 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.

DIY Shamrock Banner

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own decorative shamrock banner for St. Patrick's Day!

Retro Gaming

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 25, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: Teen Floor MB
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!

Social Work Intern Chiara

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 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 Chiara

9:00am–9:45am
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.

SAT Math Prep

9:15am–11:15am
Teens
Moriches Branch
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Teen Rooms Combined
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for the March 14th SAT by taking this SAT math prep class with WFHS retiree, Mr. Armstrong. Bring your school approved laptop/Chromebook. Please have the bluebook app downloaded with the “Desmos” graphic calculator onto your device.

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.

Job & Career Counseling

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on February 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Room 1L
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Jobs, Career, & Business
Registration Required
Event Details:

Appointments will take place at the Moriches Branch, 201 Montauk Highway, Moriches

Get help with resumes, job searches, interviewing techniques and explore career options with our Career Counselor.