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Vote Now: Children's Book Besties

Children in Grade 5 and younger.

Held at our Mastic Beach Branch.  

Babies birth to 23 months with their adult.

 
It's Ms. Nicole's super fun Babies Boogie program!  Enjoy tons of wiggles and giggles while moving and grooving together!

Designed for adults with sensory issues, those on the autism spectrum, or those who have other specific needs. All parents, facilitators, and/or guardians please stay for the duration of the program.

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!

Ages 2-5 years with an adult.  

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Free Health Screenings and Flu Vaccinations

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.

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.

Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik to learn the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences, and combinations. This class will introduce you to the tiles, and basic moves of this ancient game. 

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!

Attention Adventurers! Join the party and begin a brand new campaign with Dungeon Master Eric!

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!

Ages birth - 23 months with an adult. 

Early literacy activities involving songs, fingerplays, and books about animals! 

Ages 2 to 5 years with adult. 

Ready to take your Word skills to the next level? Let’s digitize some of those famous family recipes!

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Register for one session only!

Design and create your own tumbler using Canva. Patrons are welcome to bring in their own tumblers or use one supplied by us. Tumbler must be metal and powder coated.

Come in and marvel at the talent of the local artist(s) who created our art display of the month! Open to all.

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

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!

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. 

Join us for a warmup with a cup of coffee. This program provides a space to meet in a group setting for Social Work assistance. If you need something, we can help you find it! Open to all.

All skill levels are welcome!

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!

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. 

Pick up a packet of “Color A Smile" coloring sheets from the Moriches branch or Main building anytime in November. Color all 8 pages at home to earn 2 hours of community service.

Think you’re a video game master? Put your skills to the test, as you won’t know which game you’re playing until you arrive for the tournament! The overall winner earns themselves a $20 Nintendo eShop Card!

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Join us in our Book Discussion of The Husbands by Holly Gramazio!  

Join us for a viewing of "It's a Wonderful Life": An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman see the value of his own life.

Join attorney and licensed social worker Kathleen Rose for a presentation on probate, Medicaid tips, planning for the future and avoiding caregiver stress disorder.

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Come in and marvel at the talent of the local artist(s) who created our art display of the month! Open to all.

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Learn about edible Long Island native plants that will thrive in your yard and provide you with a delicious and healthy harvest.

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Use paints, dotting tools, and paint markers to create original designs for your garden or flower pots, or to add to our community service rock garden.  Students in grades 6 through 12 can earn one hour of community service with a valid MMS l

Fee: $10

Please only register for one session.   

Families with at least one child Grade 5 or younger.

Drop-in. No registration required. 
 

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Appointments are required. Appointments will be held in person at the Mastic Beach Branch, 369 Neighborhood Road, Mastic Beach.  

Grades 1 - 5.

Join your fellow Minecraft enthusiasts to hang out and play Minecraft. Please note this is an unstructured meetup. Prior knowledge of Minecraft for PC is required.  

Grades 1-5. 

Create your own festive candle with Chrissy from Curiously Creative Candles! Layer holiday colored wax and cheerful scents and take home a handmade candle to enjoy all season long.  

The library will be providing social work assistance by social work interns from Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare.

Grades K-5. 

Show off your holiday spirit and create some crafts with bells for the holiday season.
 

Grades 1-5.

Create a colorful and festive hot chocolate painting on canvas with acrylic paint and collage materials as well as fun mixed media props, guided by Le Petite Picassos! 

Grab a prompt, write a story, and share with the group or keep it for yourself. 

Join us for a warmup with a cup of coffee. This program provides a space to meet in a group setting for Social Work assistance. If you need something, we can help you find it! Open to all.

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.

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

Join us for a Fun Seasonal Craft!  

De-stress and relax at this Guided Meditation and Reiki healing session with Reiki healer, Michele. Bring a blanket or yoga mat if you’d like. Open to all.

Fee: $15

Join Casey Cunningham to make Holiday Poinsettias out of paper. Materials fee of $15, non-refundable. Planter is included. 

Please only register for one session.   

Decorate a mug to keep of give as a gift. 

Create your own painted ceramic mug while exploring themes of gratitude, self-compassion and social connection and learning new ways to care for yourself emotionally! Presented by Christine Szaraz with Stony Brook University Healing Arts.

Put on your coziest pajamas and hop aboard for a magical evening inspired by The Polar Express! We will have crafts, cocoa, and a sprinkle of North Pole wonder!

This program may not be suitable for those with food allergies.

Draw, paint, sketch and explore art with Mr. Casper. This is a drop-in program.

Fee: $5

Join Chrissy to make your own candle!

Grades K-5. 

Join us for a fun-filled celebration of William Floyd, one of America’s founding fathers! Create your own Mini Declarations of Independence and decorate cookies to mark the occasion.

Bring gifts to wrap and decorate your own wrapping paper and gift bags. 

Register for one session only!

Design and create your own tumbler using Canva. Patrons are welcome to bring in their own tumblers or use one supplied by us. Tumbler must be metal and powder coated.

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

Grades 2-5. 

Never meditated before? No worries! Bring a blanket and your imagination for a relaxing pre-bedtime experience.  

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

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. Attend a meeting to join our team!

Join local author Joe Johnson for a reading of his new Christmas book "A Stable Gift: The True Meaning of Christmas." Copies of the book will be available for purchase and for signing. Open to all.

Pretend it's the arcade days with some retro NES games on the Nintendo Switch! Eat snacks and try to get the highest score!

Families with children Grade 5 and younger.

Register one child to represent the family.

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. Attend a meeting to join our team!

There’s been a murder at the ugly sweater office holiday party and we need your help to solve it! Uncover clues, question fellow suspects, and crack the case! Wear your favorite festive holiday sweater to blend in with the other suspects!