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Lecture description of Growing up in the 50's and 60's. Nostalgic photos.

Virtual - Growing up in the 50’s & 60’s with Leslie Goddard (an AMERICA250 program)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 6:45pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Growing up in the 50’s & 60’s with Leslie Goddard (an AMERICA250 program)

Tuesday, April 28, 7 PM

View of Excel Pivot Table menu.

Virtual - Introduction to Excel’s Pivot Tables via Zoom

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on April 29, 2026 @ 6:15pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Computer/ Gaming/ Technology, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduction to Excel’s Pivot Tables   via Zoom

Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 – 8:30 PM 

This photograph is wooden spoons with different spices.

Spice of the Month

All Day 5/1

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Cooking
Event Details:

Join us for our Spice of the Month Club! Starting on the first of the month, come by the library to pick up a packet of recipes with information on the spice and a sample of the spice to use yourself (while supplies last). 

Room filled with toys for kids

Toddler Time (Ages 12-35 months)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Children
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Assorted keychains

Mom & Me Keychains (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm

Age Group:

Children
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design keychains to hang on your bag, water bottle, or shoes! Make one to keep and one to give as a gift.

Dragonfly painting

Dazzling Dragonfly Painting (Grades 3-5)

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Age Group:

Children
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Using a special technique, paint a beautiful dragonfly to display at home. Dress for a mess.

a painting by Jon of a Long Island beach

Landscapes with Jon (our exhibiting artist)

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Age Group:

Adult
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Fee Programs, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Non-refundable fee of $8 to be paid at in person registration.  Jon Van Brunt guides your eye and brush in painting one of our Long Island beaches where land meets sea.  All materials included. 

 

Room filled with toys for kids

Toddler Time (Ages 12-35 months)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Children
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 8, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Book Jacket/cover of "The Absent One".

The Usual Suspect's Mystery Book Club "The Absent One "

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm

Age Group:

Adult
Registration will close on May 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every 2nd Tuesday of the Month at 7:00 PM via Zoom

Room filled with toys for kids

Toddler Time (Ages 12-35 months)

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Children
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 15, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Lecture description of Growing up in the 50's and 60's. Nostalgic photos.

Virtual - Growing up in the 50’s & 60’s with Leslie Goddard (an AMERICA250 program)

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on April 28, 2026 @ 6:45pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Growing up in the 50’s & 60’s with Leslie Goddard (an AMERICA250 program)

Tuesday, April 28, 7 PM

View of Excel Pivot Table menu.

Virtual - Introduction to Excel’s Pivot Tables via Zoom

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Computer/ Gaming/ Technology, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Registration will close on April 29, 2026 @ 6:15pm.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Computer/ Gaming/ Technology, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Introduction to Excel’s Pivot Tables   via Zoom

Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 – 8:30 PM 

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Library Closed - LAX OUT Cancer Event SWR HS

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The North Shore Public Library will be closed on Saturday, May 9, because of the LAX OUT CANCER event being held at the high school.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Bring Nature to Your Plate: Grow Your Own Edible Native Plants

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Cooking, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Cooking, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Photo of Horseshoe Crab on sand.

Copy of Virtual - Horseshoe Crabs

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures, Other
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30pm. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Horseshoe Crabs
Wednesday May 20, 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Learn why horseshoe crabs are so important and how the passage of the NYS legislation to regulate

Photograph of a Lone Star Tick.

Virtual- Ticks and Tick-Borne Disease – What You Need to Know!

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ticks and Tick-Borne Disease – What You Need to Know!
Thursday, May 21, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.

graphic of American flag celebrating the 250th anniversary.

Copy of Virtual Talking the Bill of Rights Series: Fifth Amendment

Friday, May 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures, Other
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Talking the Bill of Rights: A Zoom Series 

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Wine 101: An Introduction to the World of Wine

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Cooking, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 22, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Cooking, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wine 101 offers a relaxed and approachable introduction to the fascinating world of wine. Learn where wines come from, how they are made, and what gives different wines their unique character.

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Copy of Virtual -Stonewall Then & Now

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 20, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stonewall Then & Now 

Wednesday, June 10, 7:00 – 8:00 PM 

Virtual - The History of Emancipation & Juneteenth

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Arts & Crafts, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on May 20, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Arts & Crafts, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

The History of Emancipation & Juneteenth
Thursday, June 11, 7:00 – 8:00 PM

graphic of American flag celebrating the 250th anniversary.

Virtual Talking the Bill of Rights Series: 6th & 7th Amendment

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures, Other
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on June 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, History/ Government/ Law, Lectures, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Talking the Bill of Rights: A Zoom Series 

Library Closed - SWR HS Event

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

For the safety of all as well as expected parking issues due to an event scheduled to be held at the High School, the Library will be CLOSED on Saturday, June 13. 

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.

Stony Brook Southamption Logo

Virtual-Multiple Sclerosis (MS) – Early Diagnosis is Key (SBHS)Health series

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness, Lectures, Special Programs
Age Group:
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Please refer to our newsletter for in-person/phone registration dates. Online registration for this program begins on June 1, 2026 @ 9:30am. If there is a fee for this program, in-person registration is required.
Library Branch: North Shore Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Virtual Programs, Exercise, Health, & Wellness, Lectures, Special Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Multiple Scleros is (MS) – Early Diagnosis is Key!
Thursday, June 18, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of the holiday.

Library Closed - SWR HS Event

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

For the safety of all as well as expected parking issues due to an event scheduled to be held at the High School, the Library will be CLOSED on Saturday, June 20. 

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
North Shore Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sunday May 3, 2026 through October 11, 2026.