Smithtown Building Closed

Due to the storm that occurred during the early morning hours of August 19, which caused torrential flooding, our Smithtown Building suffered catastrophic damage to its lower level. Therefore, until further notice, our Smithtown Building will be closed while we continue to rebuild.  Our other three buildings remain open to assist our patrons. For updates, click here

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Holiday Closing

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Library will be closed on Sunday, January 19 and Monday, January 20.  We will reopen on Tuesday, January 21 at 9:30am.

Upcoming Events

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Ongoing Events
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Smithtown Building Closed

All Day
Smithtown Building
Closing
Branches:
Smithtown Building
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take and Make - Snowman Vase

9:30am - 10:30am
Adults
Virtual
Closed
Registration
Payment
Virtual Event
Location: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Take & Make
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Take home a bag filled with the supplies needed to create this cute winter decoration. Online and in person registration begins on January 2 and ends on January 16.

Disclaimer(s)

When registering, please indicate pick up building in the special notes field. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Band

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Kings Park Building
Waitlist
Registration
Location: Kings Park Building
Room: Kings Park Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of fingerplays, instruments, music and movement for even the littlest rockers.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Library Playdate

10:30am - 11:15am
Children
Nesconset Building
Waitlist
Registration
Location: Nesconset Building
Room: Nesconset Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Seize the play and keep the mess at our place. Join us for an informal play date - meet other children and families, while playing with toys and creating an art project.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Owl Aboard

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Commack Building
Open
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Celebrate winter as we read all about owls and make an owldorable craft. It will be a hoot!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Art Group

12:00pm - 2:15pm
Adults
Nesconset Building
Location: Nesconset Building
Room: Nesconset Building Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Fulfill your passion for art.  Bring your supplies and work on your current project while you share ideas and learn new techniques from others in a relaxed atmosphere.

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Veterans Benefits Assistance

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Commack Building
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

A representative from Disabled American Veterans (DAV) will be available to assist veterans submit disability claims and widows/widowers of deceased veterans apply for benefits.

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chess and Checkers Buddies Volunteers

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Commack Building
Closed
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Volunteering
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Teach younger children how to play chess and checkers. You do not have to be an expert to volunteer but knowledge of the rules is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Each teen will receive community service for this program. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Chess and Checkers Buddies

4:15pm - 5:00pm
Children
Commack Building
Open
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

It's time for a board meeting; play chess and checkers with our teen volunteers. A great opportunity to learn a new game or practice a favorite.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Brain Twisters

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children
Kings Park Building
Open
Registration
Location: Kings Park Building
Room: Kings Park Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Challenge your brain with riddles, puzzles and games to win prizes.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

6:30pm - 9:00pm
Children, Teens, Adults, Families
Nesconset Building
Location: Nesconset Building
Room: Nesconset Building Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Families
Event Details:

This meeting is open to the public.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Discover Your Focus Word for 2025

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Commack Building
Cancelled
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

In this program, you will have the opportunity to find your unique word for the new year by participating in four different fun and interactive exercises.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

DIY Journals

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Kings Park Building
Open
Registration
Location: Kings Park Building
Room: Kings Park Building Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Make your own custom journal with craft supplies and keep track of all of the exciting things in the new year.

Smithtown Building Closed

All Day
Smithtown Building
Closing
Branches:
Smithtown Building
This event is in the "Children" group.

Young at Art

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Kings Park Building
Open
Registration
Location: Kings Park Building
Room: Kings Park Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Explore and discover art with your toddler through hands-on activities and fine motor fun. Children will take home their own masterpieces. Dress to make a mess.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Catholic Health Services Health Screening

10:00am - 2:00pm
Adults
Nesconset Building
Location: Nesconset Building
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health
Event Details:

Visit the traveling community outreach bus in our parking lot courtesy of Catholic Health Services.

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Nursery Rhyme Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Nesconset Building
Closed
Registration
Location: Nesconset Building
Room: Nesconset Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Nursery Rhyme Time

Enjoy a traditional time of nursery rhymes and songs for baby. A great introduction to the Library for the youngest of children!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Day

12:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Commack Building
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games

Game Day

We provide the space, tables, chairs and a variety of games. Meet friends here or make new ones.

 

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Out of this World

4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children
Commack Building
Waitlist
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Grab your space ship and fly right in for some alien fun!  Make your own rocket creation to bring home.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Cricut Crafts - Winter Stencil Art

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children
Nesconset Building
Open
Registration
Location: Nesconset Building
Room: Nesconset Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Warm up at the Library and create a stencil art masterpiece with the Cricut cutting machine! Dress to make a mess.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Valentine's Day Vase

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Nesconset Building
Open
Registration
Location: Nesconset Building
Room: Nesconset Building Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Create a pretty, decoupage glass vase for Valentine’s Day.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime and Manga Club

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teens
Commack Building
Open
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us to discuss manga, watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Smithtown Building Closed

All Day
Smithtown Building
Closing
Branches:
Smithtown Building
This event is in the "Children" group.

Time for Twos

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
Commack Building
Open
Registration
Location: Commack Building
Room: Commack Building Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3

Time for Twos

Visit the Library and enjoy building social skills in a relaxed, friendly environment; includes free play, songs, stories and a craft.