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See the Library's newsletter for upcoming
programs and services:
September 2025 Newsletter
 
 
 
 
 




Library Cards from Around the World!
In celebration of Library Card Sign-up Month, the Northport Gallery is showcasing a collection of library cards from around the United States and the world! With more than 1,000 library cards on display, this exhibit highlights the importance of libraries and their role in communities worldwide. Enjoy the exhibit, curated by Librarian Kathryn Heaviside, at the Northport Library
through the month of September.
 
 
 
The Library in the Community
 
East Northport Festival
Saturday, September 6, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Look for the Northport-East Northport Public Library
tent at the East Northport Festival.
 
Huntington Unity Fun Day
Saturday, September 13, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join the Town of Huntington Public Libraries at
Stimson Middle School, Huntington.

Annual Wellness Walk for Hope
Saturday, September 20, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Town of Huntington Public Libraries at
Heckscher Park, Huntington.
 
Cow Harbor Day
Sunday, September 21, 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Visit the Northport-East Northport Public Library
tent in Northport Village Park
on Cow Harbor Day.
 
 


Nature Photography Workshop
(Northport) Tuesday, September 16, 7:00 p.m.
This program, presented by Chris Paparo of Fish Guy Photos, is designed for novice photographers who wish to sharpen their skills in capturing the beauty of the natural world. Registration is underway. NENA240
 




Cary Grant: Hollywood’s Debonair Leading Man
(Northport) Tuesday, September 9, 2:00 p.m.
Cary Grant was as notable in dramatic parts as he was in comedies. Join lecturer Marc Courtade in celebrating one of the finest leading men ever to come out of Hollywood.
Open to all - no registration required.
 



Outdoor Movie in the Library Courtyard: Lilo & Stitch
(Northport) Friday, September 12, 7:30 p.m.
Join us in the Library Courtyard for an outdoor screening of Lilo & Stitch. A lonely Hawaiian girl
befriends a runaway alien, helping to mend her fragmented family.
 
Rated PG. 107 minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be canceled.
 
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 August 28 unless otherwise noted.
 
For School-Age Children
  • Chess Club (drop in; no registration required)
  • Paws to Read
  • Adventures in Art: More Than a Mirror
  • Mad Science: Movie Effects
  • Sports Treat Pack
  • After School Stories
  • Petite Picassos: Gnome Sweet Gnome
  • Graphic Novel Club: Sidekicks
 For Families
  • Moms' Group 
  • Outdoor Movie in the Library Courtyard: Lilo & Stitch - Friday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
  • Meet the Author: My Name is Ai Lin
 
For Preschool Children
  • Pajama Storytime (drop in; no registration required)
  • Tots & Toys (drop in; no registration required)
  • Books a Poppin' - Northport and East Northport (drop in; no registration required) 
Series Programs
One series program per child.
  • Time for Tots
  • Sing & Play - 10:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.
  • 1, 2, 3, Play with Me
 
Children and Family Services Department
  • The Bookmark Spot - Stop by the Library and pick up the bookmark by McKenna Cash.
  • 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




Meet the Author: My Name is Ai Lin
(Northport) Monday, September 29, 4:00 p.m.
For families with children 4 years and up.
Author Maria Wen Adcock returns to the Library in celebration of her new picture book, My Name Is Ai Lin. Children will enjoy a special reading of the book by the author and then create a craft based on the story. (60 min.)
Registration begins August 28. NENJ390
 

 
Moms’ Group
(East Northport) Wednesdays, September 10, 17,
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 10:00 a.m.
For mothers with children birth–3 years
This is a weekly discussion for moms and their children. Led by a trained facilitator, this program will introduce various topics and activities that celebrate and explore motherhood while your children play with toys beside you. (90 min.) 
Registration begins August 28. NENJ389

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 September 2, unless otherwise noted.
 
Open only to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders in grades 6-12.
 
Featured Programs  
  • SAT Preparation Workshop (registration is underway)
  • LEGO Club: Typewriter with Flowers
  • Sunburst Wall Clock
  • Graphic Novel Club: The Cartoonists Club
 
Take and Make Kits
 
Registration and pick up begins September 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 September 30.
  • Galaxy Jar
  • Shrinky Dinks Magnets
 

 
SAT Preparation Workshop
(Northport) Thursdays, September 4, 11, 18, 25, 6:15–8:45 p.m.
Students in grades 10–12
Students can prepare for the fall PSAT/SAT exams with teachers Jason Bernstein and Jay Berger. Registration is underway, and seats may be limited. NENY805
 
Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration for the following Teen Volunteer Opportunities begins September 2.
Open to students entering grades 7–12.
Open to NENPL cardholders only.
 
All volunteer items are to be picked up from the Northport Teen Center by September 19 and returned by September 30 to earn community service credit. You may choose a maximum of two volunteer opportunities in addition to Letters of Love Volunteers
  • Halloween Jack-O'-Lantern Volunteers
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month
  • Chess Club Volunteers
  • Sports Treat Pack Volunteers
  • Color Run Volunteers
  • Letters of Love Volunteers
  • Petite Picasso Volunteers
  • Diamond Art Volunteers
 

 
Follow Teens on Instagram
 
 
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
 
Jane Austen Wrecked My Life
(Northport) Friday, Sept. 5, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, Sept. 12, 2:00 p.m..
Drop in - no registration required.

Karate Kid: Legends
(Northport) Friday, Sept. 19, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, Sept. 26, 2:00 p.m.
Drop in - no registration required.

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, September 11, 2:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Deborah Formosa to discuss The God of the Woods by Liz Moore.

Registration is underway. NENR678
 
 
 
 
Novel Ideas
(Northport) Monday, September 29, 7:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Candace Reeder to discuss All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker.

Registration is underway. NENA226
 
 
 


 
Director Spotlight Film Discussion: Boomerang
(Northport) Wednesday, September 24, 2:00 p.m.
Join a group of fellow film lovers led by lecturer JoAnn Proscia. The group will be viewing and discussing Elia Kazan’s Boomerang. This film tells the true story of a prosecutor’s fight to prove the innocence of a man accused of a notorious murder. Not rated. 88 min.
 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
  • Summer Library Tour (continues through August 31)
  • Sound Meditation with Guided Imagery
  • Seed Saving
  • Appointments with a Suffolk County Dept. of Labor Specialist
  • Defensive Driving Class
  • Medicine Collection
  • Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
  • From Arteries to Veins: Understanding Your Vascular Health (via Zoom)  
  • Chair Yoga 11:00 a.m. or 12:15 p.m.
  • Dance, Balance & Stretch
  • Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
  • Unlocking Joyful Memories: Innovative Activities for Dementia Patients (via Zoom)  
  • Borrow a blood pressure monitor from the Library, Call or visit the Circulation Desk in either building for assistance.
  • Blood Pressure Check - Northport and East Northport
  • One-on-One Medicare Counseling
    • In-person at the East Northport building - Wednesday, September 10
    • In-person at the Northport building - Tuesday, September 16
 
  • Autumn Tea - Fundraiser for the Friends of the Library
  • Friends of the Library Meeting
  • Document Shredding Service
  • Museum Passes
  • Discount Tickets
  • Activism in Art
  • The Magic of Indigo
  • Autumn Wreath
  • Nature Photography Workshop
  • Art Galleries:
    • Northport Gallery: "Library Cards from Around the World" by Librarian Kathryn Heaviside.  
    • East Northport Gallery: "Nautical & Rural Long Island" by Gary Fagerland.  
Film, Stage, and Television 
  • Paul Effman Band Presents: Hits from the Fabulous '40s!
  • Cary Grant: Hollywood's Debonair Leading Man
  • Outdoor Movie in the Library Courtyard: Lilo & Stitch - Friday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
  • The Birth of Bond, James Bond
  • Director Spotlight Film Discussion: Boomerang
  • Friday Films (drop in; no registration required):   
    • Jane Austen Wrecked My Life - Friday, September 5, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
    • Jane Austen Wrecked My Life - Friday, September 12, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building
    • Karate Kid: Legends - Friday, September 19, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
    • Karate Kid: Legends - Friday, September 26, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building
 
 Book Discussion Groups and Programs
  • All Booked Up
  • Novel Ideas
  • Online Author Talks - "Live" and On Demand (online)
 
 
Language Learning and Literacy
  • Quick Reads (via Zoom)  
  • Everyday Spanish (via Zoom)  
  • Dynamic English 
  • Pronunciation Practice (via Zoom)  
  • Basic English 
 
Computers and Technology
  • Microsoft Windows Computer Cleanup and Security (via Zoom)
  • Introduction to ChatGPT (via Zoom)
  • SeniorNet: One-on-One Tech Help
  • Using Money Saving Smartphone Apps (via Zoom)
  • SeniorNet: What Is AI and How Will it Affect Me? (via Zoom)
  • Microsoft Office Tips and Tricks (via Zoom)
  • Shopping, Safety, and Security Online (via Zoom)
  • SeniorNet: PC Computing Basics 1 (4 sessions)
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