Upcoming Events

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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

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?

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

Fruit Strip Zebra: watercolor rainbow zebra

Lisa Claisse

All Day 5/1 - 5/30
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:

Mother Nature inspires the sublime work of this Watercolor artist. 

Red, white and blue patchwork quilt

MMSCL Quilters

All Day 5/1 - 5/30
Adult Reference Area at Moriches Branch

Program Type:

Exhibition

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Reference Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Exhibition
Event Details:

Be inspired by the craftsmanship of quilts created by the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Quilters.

Goldfinch on ornate stack of white & blue teacups

Lisa Claisse

All Day 5/1 - 5/30
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:

Mother Nature inspires the sublime work of this Watercolor artist. 

Painting with yellow, red, navy blue and black stripes, captioned in white "We Are Still Here"

Matrilineal

All Day 5/1 - 5/30
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:

Unkechaug and Shinnecock women showcase arts, crafts, and regalia

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Cheddar Jalapeño Scones

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join A Mano Baking to learn how to Cheddar Jalapeño Scones. Patrons are required to bring their own mixing bowl and utensil of their choice.

Tween Cooking Club: Peep Pops 

5:30pm–6:15pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
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! 

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Mastic Beach Branch
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 4, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Mastic Beach Branch
Room: CPSD Program Room Mastic Beach
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up for a celebration of Cinco de Mayo! Make your own Quesadilla and enjoy some Mexican Street Corn on the side. 

May the Fourth Be With You

6:30pm–7:30pm
Everyone
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Entertainment, Food

Spring Fest Events and Activities

12:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Babies, Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Moriches Branch
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Moriches Lawn
Age Group: Children, Babies, Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment, Events, Food, Fun & Games
Event Details:

12:00pm - 12:45pm 

  • Create and launch Air Powered Rockets by upcycling soda bottles (for children and teens, while supplies last) weather permitting

1:00pm - 1:45pm

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

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. 

Fiesta Flavors

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5.

Join us for a hands-on cooking program where kids learn how to make salsa and guacamole using fresh ingredients. This interactive experience encourages creativity, teamwork, and trying something new! 

Sicilian Olive Oil Cake

7:00pm–8:00pm
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: Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

From the homeland, this lightly scented citrus and olive oil cake will have you transported back to Sicily. Simplistic and rich in flavor define this Italian staple. Each participant will make 1 cake to take home and bake. 

Tween Cooking Club: Quesadilla Creations

5:30pm–6:15pm
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: 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! 

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Cafe Chefs: Once Upon a Pizza! (Grades K-2)

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

Grades K-2. 

Join us at Dutton Coffee Brew House for a fun, hands-on pizza cooking experience! Perfect for young chefs ready to get cooking! 

Cafe Chefs: Once Upon a Pizza! (Grades 3-5)

7:00pm–7:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Join us at Dutton Coffee Brew House for a fun, hands-on pizza cooking experience! Perfect for young chefs ready to get cooking! 

Books & Bites: Dragons Love Tacos

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: J Program Room 1 + 2
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K - 3.

Join us for a fun story time featuring Dragon Loves Tacos, then make your very own sweet dessert tacos!   

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Memorial Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Family Dinner

5:30pm–7:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Parents, Families
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families

Join us for a delicious, nutritious community dinner, discover new recipes, and learn practical, easy-to-use skills that can help make family dinners a meaningful part of your everyday life!

 

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Cafe Chefs: Berrylicious Refreshers! (Grades K-2)

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: Cafe
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K-2. 

Join us at Dutton Coffee Brew House for a fun, hands-on cooking experience! Perfect for young chefs ready to get cooking! 

Cafe Chefs: Berrylicious Refreshers! (Grades 3-5)

7:00pm–7:45pm
School Age
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Cafe
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Food, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3-5. 

Join us at Dutton Coffee Brew House for a fun, hands-on cooking experience! Perfect for young chefs ready to get cooking! 

Tween Cooking Club: Apple Nachos

5:30pm–6:15pm
School Age
Mastic Beach Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 26, 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! 

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Mastic Beach Branch, Moriches Branch, All three library buildings, Off Site, Online Program, Mastic Recreation Center

Simple Meal Planning for Busy Lives

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Moriches Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on May 27, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Moriches Branch
Room: Adult Rooms Combined
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Information/Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

This workshop will teach how to plan balanced, time-saving meals that make healthy eating easier during a busy week.