What’s Happening at the Library
This newsletter highlights classes and events with available spots for the upcoming week. To explore all upcoming programs and register in advance, visit our Programs & Events Calendar or view our online print newsletter.


Featured Adult Programs

a man and child playing a bango
Celebrating Black American Artists
Monday, February 23 | 7:00–8:30 pm
 
Art is a need to express. A culture that has shunned and ignored Black artists did not stop them from creating outstanding, thoughtful, and provocative art. From identity and race to social justice and personal reflection, there is no single definition of Black art.
Join artist and professor Chris Vivas as we explore important Black American artists and their work across multiple media, perspectives, and lived experiences.
 
Register for Celebrating Black American Artists
 

Android homescreen
Inside Your Android Device
Tuesday, February 24 | 2:00–4:00 pm
 
Learn about your device settings, including display options, privacy and security, battery-saving features, and more. Bring your Android device and your questions.
 
Prerequisite: Introduction to Android Devices or equivalent experience. Please bring your Google password.
 
Register for Inside Your Android Device

Bestselling book covers
Titles and Treats
Tuesday, February 24 | 2:30–3:30 pm
 
Hear about upcoming books, staff favorites, and classics. Share your favorite titles or relax and enjoy
a friendly book discussion with treats.
 
Register for Titles and Treats
 

grandparents and grandchildren
Grandparenting Today (Zoom)
Tuesday, February 24 | 7:00–8:00 pm
 
Child-rearing practices have changed over time. If you are helping care for grandchildren, join Cara Weiner from Cornell Cooperative Extension to learn about current research on discipline, brain development, sleep, safety, screen use, and communication between parents and grandparents.
 
Register for Grandparenting Today

Small Things Like These
Watch-A-Movie Wednesday
Small Things Like These
 
Wednesday, February 25 | 2:15–4:15 pm
 
Drama, 2024, PG-13, 98 minutes
Starring Cillian Murphy and Eileen Walsh
 
No registration

people meditating
Meditation: Calm in the Chaos (Zoom)
Wednesday, February 25 | 7:00–8:00 pm
 
Find inner peace through simple yet powerful meditation techniques. This virtual workshop includes guided instruction and a short meditation session.
 
Register for Meditation: Calm in the Chaos
 

TinkerCAD program
Tinkercad Basics: Desk Signs
Thursday, February 26 | 6:30–8:30 pm
Friday, February 27 | 2:30–4:30 pm
 
Learn the basics of 3D design using Tinkercad while creating a custom desk sign. Designs will be 3D printed and available for pickup after the program.
 
Register for Tinkercad Basics: Desk Signs –
Thursday, February 26 (6:30–8:30 pm)

Register for Tinkercad Basics: Desk Signs –
Friday, February 27 (2:30–4:30 pm)

Bury Our Bones in Midnight Soil by VE Schwab
Evening Book Discussion: Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab
Friday, February 27 | 7:00–8:00 pm
 
This novel follows three women across centuries who find freedom through vampirism, at a great cost.
Available as an eBook and audiobook on Libby, or in print at the library.
 
Register for Evening Book Discussion

Explore More Adult Programs


Family Service League Social Worker
Mondays | 4:30–8:30 pm
 
Call 631-924-6400 extension 250 or email askus@longwoodlibrary.org to
schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome.
 
 
General Defensive Driving
Monday and Tuesday, February 23 and 24 | 5:30–8:30 pm
 
Fee: $40 Seniors ages 62+ and veterans: $30 Payment required at first class. Cash with exact change or major credit card only. No checks.
 
Register for General Defensive Driving
 
 
Medicaid Enrollment Assistance for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled
Tuesday, February 24 | 12:00–3:30 pm
First come, first served. No registration.
 
 
A Knitting and Crochet Circle of Friends
Thursday, February 26 | 10:30 am–12:00 pm
 
Register for A Knitting and Crochet Circle of Friends
 
 
Hey! Let’s Play!
Fridays | 10:00 am–12:00 pm
No registration
 

Teen Programs
 
Minecraft String Art
After-School Art: Minecraft String Art
Tuesday, February 24 | 4:00–5:00 pm
 
Create Minecraft-inspired string art after school.
 
Register for After-School Art: Minecraft String Art
 

SAT Scantron
SAT Prep Course
Thursday, February 26 | 7:00–8:00 pm
 
Practice for the SAT with tutor and aerospace engineer Chris Mignano. All materials provided.
 
Register for SAT Prep Course

teens playing board games
Tabletop Throwdown
Friday, February 27 | 7:00–8:00 pm
 
Play classic board games with friends in the Teen Department.
 
Register for Tabletop Throwdown

Children's Programs

polar bear drawing
Polar Bear Pals
Monday, February 23 | 3:00–3:45 pm
Ages 3 years to Pre-K
 
Stories and a polar bear craft.
 
Register for Polar Bear Pals

mom reading to baby
Babies and Books
Tuesday, February 24 | 10:00–10:30 am
Ages infant to 17 months
 
Early literacy program with books, songs, and rhymes.
 
Register for Babies and Books

boy playing with blocks
Construction Zone
Choose one session only
Tuesday, February 24 | 6:00–6:45 pm
Wednesday, February 25 | 10:00–10:45 am
Wednesday, February 25 | 11:00–11:45 am
Ages 18–35 months
 
Build and explore with blocks.
 
Register for Construction Zone –
Tuesday, February 24 (6:00–6:45 pm)

Register for Construction Zone –
Wednesday, February 25 (10:00–10:45 am)

Register for Construction Zone –
Wednesday, February 25 (11:00–11:45 am)
 

Children playing with blocks
Hangin’ With My Gnomies
Thursday, February 26 | 6:00–6:45 pm
Grades K–2
 
Grab your gnomies and head to the library for some fun activity stations and silly games.
 
Register for Hangin’ With My Gnomies

Snack Food Taste Test Challenge
Snack Attack: Tween Taste Challenge
Thursday, February 26 | 7:00–7:45 pm
 Grades 3–6
 
Taste and debate snacks. Snack may not be suitable for those with food allergies.
 
Register for Snack Attack: Tween Taste Challenge

Mother Reading to tot
Tots and Books
Friday, February 27 | 10:00–10:45 am
Ages 18–35 months
 
Songs, rhymes, and books.
 
Register for Tots and Books
 

Blizzard in a Bottle
Blizzard in a Bottle
Friday, February 27 | 6:00–6:45 pm
Grades K–2
 
Create a winter-themed sensory bottle.
 
Register for Blizzard in a Bottle
 

Max Meow – Donuts and Danger
Comics and Candy:
Max Meow – Donuts and Danger
 
Friday, February 27 | 7:00–8:30 pm
Grades 3–6
 
Discuss the book, decorate donuts, and play games. Snack may not be suitable for those with food allergies.
 
Register for Comics and Candy
 

Sports Equipment
Sports Equipment Swap
Saturday, February 28 | 10:30 am–2:00 pm 
Families with children
 
Donate gently used children’s sports equipment January 2 through February 27.
 
Donors receive early entry at 10:00 am.
All others enter at 10:30 am
 
Items must be clean and in playable condition.
 
Register for Sports Equipment Swap

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