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See the Library's newsletter for services and upcoming programs:
 
February 2026 Newsletter
 
 
 
 
 

 
 Adult Winter Reading Club 2026
January 9 - March 9, 2026

Open to all Northport-East Northport Public Library
cardholders, 18 or older.
 
 

SympaticoJazz
(Northport) Sunday, February 1, 2:00 p.m.
 
Sympatico is a traditional jazz quartet consisting of piano, upright bass, drums/percussion,
and a lead vocalist. They play an eclectic collection of tunes—nostalgic and current—that feature the music of pop performers such as Burt Bacharach and Sérgio Mendes. The band’s vocalist, Toni Washington, explores the songs of the great female singers including Nina
Simone, Etta James, and more. Registration is underway.
NENA338
 


Opera Talk: Porgy and Bess
(Northport) Friday, February 13, 7:00 p.m.
Experience the history, music, and controversy of Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Hosted by Tanisha, this program features live performances of legendary selections and an in-depth
look at the opera’s cultural impact. Dive deep into the archives of past productions and
engage in a vital community conversation: Is Porgy and Bess truly a Black opera?
Registration is underway
NENA405
 

 

Cold Chocolate
(Northport) Sunday, February 15, 2:00 p.m.
Cold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana band from Boston that fuses folk, funk, and bluegrass to create a unique sound all their own. They feature their original music, tight harmonies, skilled musicianship, and high energy shows.
Registration is underway. NENA406
 

Children's Programs


 
See Our Complete Monthly List of Children’s Programs    
 
NENPL Cardholders may register for the following children's programs
online or in person. Please use your child's library card to register.
 
Registration begins on January 28 unless otherwise noted.
 
Series Programs
One series program per child, please. 
  • Sing & Play - 10 a.m. or 11 a.m.
  • Time for Tots
  • 1, 2, 3, Play with Me
 
For Preschool Children
  • Block Party! (drop in; no registration required) 
  • Books a Poppin' - Northport and East Northport (drop in; no registration required) 
  • Library Playdate
  • Pajama Storytime (drop in; no registration required)
  • Snuggle Up Storytime (drop in; no registration required)
 
For School-Age Children 
  • Dance with Color
  • Go Global Kenya
  • Chess Club (drop in; no registration required)
  • Chinese New Year Shrinky Keychains
  • Paws to Read
  • Mad Science: Kitchen Chemistry
  • Rice Krispies Treats Dragon Pop
  • Anything Goes LEGOs (drop in; no registration required)
  • Adventures in Art: How to Be a Famous Artist
  • Creeper Collage
  • After School Stories
  • Graphic Novel Club: Twins
 
For Families
  • Stuffed Animal Sleepover 
  • Crayons, Scissors & Glue, Oh My! (drop in; no registration required)
  • Dr. Seuss BINGO
Children and Family Services Department
  • The Bookmark Spot - Stop by the Library and pick up the bookmark by Blake Muether.
  • What's new in our Children's collection? Visit Wowbrary! to see the latest additions.
  • Borrow a Backpack Storytime today!
  • We loan video games - browse our collection!
  • Download an ebook from TumbleBookLibrary
  • Homework Help
  • 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten and other Early Literacy Programs
  • Books Before Baby - Bond with your baby before birth by reading, talking, and singing to your little one.
  • ParentTV
  • StoryWalk® at the Park

 
 
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
(East Northport) Friday, February 13, 6:30 p.m.
Families with children 3 years and up
Bring in your stuffed animal for a special storytime and leave them in the Library overnight for a slumber party. Pick up your furry friend on Saturday between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and find out how they spent their night!
(30 min.) NENJ487
 


 
Crayons, Scissors & Glue, Oh My!
(Northport) Tuesday, February 17, 10:00 a.m.
Families with children 4 years and up

Enjoy a room full of craft projects to make and take home.
(60 min.) Drop in; no registration required.
 


 
Dr. Seuss Bingo
(Northport) Friday, February 20, 6:30 p.m.
Families with children in grades K–5
Enjoy a picture version of the classic game featuring your favorite Dr. Seuss characters.
Everyone wins a prize! (45 min.) NENJ488
 
 

What's new in our Children's collection? Visit Wowbrary! to see the latest additions.
 
See Our Complete Monthly List of Children’s Programs    
 
Teen Programs

See Our Complete Monthly List of Teen Programs
 
 Register for our programs online, in person, or call the Library.   
Registration for the following Teen Programs begins February 2.
 
Open only to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders in grades 6-12.
 
Featured Programs  
  • LEGO Club: Heart Ornament
  • Blooming Cupcakes
  • Graphic Novel Club: The Secret of the Ravens
Take and Make Kits
 
Registration and pick up begins February 2. Pick up all kits at the Northport Teen Center. All materials are provided. Please note: Your registration will be canceled if your kit is not picked up by February 27.
  • Puffy Heart
  • Snow Globe
 

Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration for the following Teen Volunteer Opportunities begins February 2.
Open to students in grades 7–12.
Open only to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders.
 
All volunteer items are to be picked up from the Northport Teen Center by February 17 and returned by February 27 to earn community service credit. You may choose a maximum of two volunteer opportunities in addition to Teen Advisory Board.
  • Chess Club Volunteers
  • Chinese New Year Keychains Volunteers
  • Crayons, Scissors, and Glue Volunteers
  • Anything Goes LEGOs Volunteers
  • Dr. Seuss BINGO Volunteers
  • Creeper Collage Volunteers
  • Teen Advisory Board: Seed Library Preparation
  • Animal Adoption & Rescue Tales
  • Bird Feeder Volunteers
  • St. Patrick's Day Foam Flower Volunteers
  • St. Patrick's Day Mosaic Volunteers
 

 
Visit the Teen Services web page for more information and resources!
 
What's new in our Teen collection? Visit Wowbrary! to see the latest additions.
 
See Our Complete Monthly List of Teen Programs
 

Adult Programs
Print copies of the books are available for pickup at the Northport Reference Desk. You may also access an ebook or audiobook on the library Downloads page:
www.nenpl.org/downloads
 
 
All Booked Up
(Northport) Thursday, February 12, 2:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Deborah Formosa to discuss The Paris Daughter by Kristin Harmel.
 
Registration is underway. NENR716
 
 
 
 
Novel Ideas
(Northport) Monday, February 23, 7:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Candace Reeder to discuss Isola by Allegra Goodman.
 
Registration is underway. NENA412
 
 
 
 
The Past is Present
(Northport) Thursday, February 26, 7:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Connor McCormack to discuss Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of
Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millard. The new Netflix series Death by Lightning was based on this book. 
 
Registration is underway. NENR717
 
 
 
 
Wicked: For Good
(Northport) Friday, February 6, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, February 13, 2:00 p.m.
(Drop in - no registration required.)

Regretting You
(Northport) Friday, February 20, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, February 27, 2:00 p.m.
(Drop in - no registration required.)


 
The Betty White Story with Lecturer Sal St. George
(Northport) Thursday, February 5, 2:00 p.m.
Betty White had the longest career in television history, beginning at the advent of the medium in 1949 and spanning seven decades. Hear the fascinating and inspiring story of this beloved author, humanitarian, and actress—The First Lady of Television: Betty White.
Drop in; no registration required.
 


See Our Complete Monthly List of Adult Programs
 
Register for our programs online, in person, or call the Library.   
 
Featured programs
  • Adult Winter Reading Club
  • Free Federal and State Income Tax Preparation - February appointment registration is underway; March appointment registration for cardholders begins February 9
  • Unclaimed Funds Workshop
  • Delightful Dogwoods
  • Sound Meditation with Guided Imagery
  • Pop-Up Valentine Heart Card
  • Mediterranean Cooking Class
  • Yankee Stargazers (via Zoom)
  • Defensive Driving Class
  • The Culper Spy Ring: The Lasting Legacy of Long Island's Revolutionary Roots
  • Puzzle Exchange
  • Living on Common Ground: A New Look at Northport and East Northport's Black History
 
  • Free Blood Pressure Check (drop in; no registration required)
  • Borrow a blood pressure monitor  
  • One-on-One Medicare Counseling
    • In-person - East Northport building - Wednesday, February 11
    • In-person - Northport building - Tuesday, February 17
  • Art Galleries:
    • Northport Gallery: Natural Moments by Dawn Votapka  
      -- Meet the Artist
    • East Northport Gallery: Library Cards from Around the World curated by Kathryn Heaviside 
Film, Stage, and Television 
  • SympaticoJazz
  • NAC Presents! Gail Storm
  • Opera Talk: Porgy and Bess
  • Cold Chocolate
  • The Betty White Story with Lecturer Sal St. George
  • Friday Films (drop in; no registration required):   
    • Wicked: For Good - Friday, February 6, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
    • Wicked: For Good - Friday, February 13, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building
    • Regretting You - Friday, February 20, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
    • Regretting You - Friday, February 27, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building
 Book Discussion Groups and Programs
  • All Booked Up
  • Novel Ideas
  • The Past is Present
  • Online Author Talks - "Live" and On Demand (online)
 Language Learning and Literacy
  • Everyday Spanish (via Zoom)  
  • Dynamic English 
  • Pronunciation Practice (via Zoom)  
  • Basic English
More from the Library... 
  • Friends of the Library
  • Museum Passes
  • Discount Tickets
  • Document Shredding Service
  • Join the NexTrex Challenge!
    Recycle your household plastic bags at the Library.
 
Computers and Technology
 
Upcoming Programs
  • Introduction to the Apple Watch (via Zoom) (via Zoom)  
  • The Cool Apps Series: 
         - Cool Apps for Your Android Devices (via Zoom)  
         - Cool Apps for Your iPad and iPhone (via Zoom)  
  • Introduction to ChatGPT (via Zoom)  
  • All About Selling Online (via Zoom)  
  • Introduction to Etsy (via Zoom)  
 
 Other Technology Education Services
  • Gale Courses: New online classes start monthly
  • Digital Literacy Services
  • Explore Our Online Learning Services. 
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