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YA Reads: Found Family
YA Reads: Found FamilyThere are a lot of holidays that occur in December, and that usually includes more quality time with loved ones, which could mean your biological family or just people who matter to you- whether you’re related to them or not. That makes December the perfect time to dive i...
Coming Soon – November/December 2025: Community Service at the Library
The following community service opportunities are available to SHPL cardholders currently in grades 6-12. Participants must sign up with their own SHPL card in order to receive community service.Community service letters are emailed within 2 weeks after the program.Space may be limite...
Winner of the Guess in a Jar: Sour Patch Kids!
The winner of the YA Library Guess in a Jar: Sour Patch Kids is Sebastian. Sebastian wins the whole jar of Sour Patch Kids. There were 173 Sour Patch Kids in the jar. ...
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Upcoming Events
Time for Kids
Enjoy a series of fun, educational classes for preschoolers ages 18 months - 5 years (not yet in Kindergarten) and an adult caregiver.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Time for Kids
Enjoy a series of fun, educational classes for preschoolers ages 18 months - 5 years (not yet in Kindergarten) and an adult caregiver.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
GSSC Troop 103
Troop meeting for girls to complete various badge requirements and activities.
Tweens Night Out: Glowing Snowman
Brighten up your winter nights with a glowing snowman night light you create. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, too. Register beginning December 12.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Unattended Child Policy
Please be aware that all children under the age of 11 must have an adult in the building with them at all times including those attending library programs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of all attendees in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.
Winter BLINGO
Calling all BLINGO LOVERS! Join Ms. Georgina for bingo with a twist! Introducing BLINGO, bilingual bingo, come and learn new words in Spanish!
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Young Adult Programs
If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.
Cardio Mix Fitness
Get fit or stay fit with instructor Evelyn, who will lead you through various routines, including dance moves, barre and more. There is a $20 fee for this 4-session class.
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Out-of-District Registration
Out of district patrons may register in person or by phone 7 days after registration opens.
Paid Program Waitlist
If the program is filled, please CLICK HERE to add your name to the waiting list.
PlayHooray Babies & Kids
Music and fun for your little one! Incorporates fine and gross motor skill activities, nursery rhymes, books, songs, and bubbles. Register beginning December 13.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Lego Club
Come in to the library and spend some time building with our Legos. Participants will have their creations displayed in the library. Recommended for ages 5-10 years. No registration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Unattended Child Policy
Please be aware that all children under the age of 11 must have an adult in the building with them at all times including those attending library programs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of all attendees in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.