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April 2026 Newsletter
 
 
 
 
 

 

Annual Library Vote
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
The library’s annual vote will be for two purposes: to vote on the library budget for 2026–2027 and to elect one trustee for a five-year term commencing July 1, 2026
and ending on June 30, 2031.
 
 Kids...Cast Your Vote! (drop in; no registration required) 
Splat the Cat Meet & Greet! (drop in; no registration required) 
When parents come to the Annual Library Vote, kids will also have the opportunity to cast their own vote in the Children’s Room for their favorite cat book. Each young citizen exercising their right to vote will receive Election Day goodies!  
 
 
 
Stop by the Seed Library.
The collection includes vegetable, flower, and herb seeds, and is available in both buildings. (NENPL patrons only, please).
Ask a Reference Librarian for more information, or visit: www.nenpl.org/seedlibrary
 


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 March 30 unless otherwise noted.
 
Series Programs
One series program per child, please. 
  • Sing & Play - 10 a.m. or 11 a.m.
  • 1, 2, 3, Play with Me
  • Time for Tots
  • Mother Goose Rhyme Time
For Preschool Children
  • Kids...Cast Your Vote (drop in; no registration required)
  • Splat the Cat Meet & Greet! (drop in; no registration required)
  • Sensory Fun
  • 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) 
  • Snuggle Up Storytime (drop in; no registration required)
  • Block Party! (drop in; no registration required) 
  • Babies Bounce & Bop
  • Toddlers Twist & Shout
  • Snuggle Up Storytime (drop in; no registration required)
 
For School-Age Children 
  • Kids...Cast Your Vote (drop in; no registration required)
  • Splat the Cat Meet & Greet! (drop in; no registration required)
  • Poetic "Poet Trees"
  • Mad Science: Fun-damental Forces
  • Stuff-a-Pal - 10 a.m. or 11 a.m.
  • Chess Club (drop in; no registration required)
  • After School Stories 
  • Blackout Poetry 
  • Anything Goes LEGOs (drop in; no registration required)
  • Flower Pretzels
  • Paws to Read 
  • Adventures in Art: Cardboard Creations
  • Graphic Novel Club: Doodleville
For Families
  • Moms' Group
  • Kids...Cast Your Vote  (drop in; no registration required) 
  • Splat the Cat Meet & Greet! (drop in; no registration required)
  • Family Trivia Night: Heros and Villains
  • Upcycle & Invent: An Earth Day Challenge
Children and Family Services Department
  • The Bookmark Spot - Stop by the Library and pick up the April bookmark by Joseph Pansini.
  • 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

 
 
Congratulations to the Design-a-Bookmark Contest Winners!
 
 

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 April 1.
 
Open only to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders in grades 6-12.
 
Featured Programs  
  • Teen Writers Group
  • LEGO Club: Succulents
  • Graphic Novel Club: School Trip
Take and Make Kits
 
Registration and pick up begins March 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 March 27.
  • DIY Personalized Magnetic Poetry Tin
  • Star and Moon Mobile
 

Teen Volunteer Opportunities
Registration for the following Teen Volunteer Opportunities begins April 1.
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 April 17 and returned by April 30 to earn community service credit. You may choose a maximum of two volunteer opportunities in addition to Teen Advisory Board.
  • Authors Unlimited Volunteers
  • Sensory Fun Volunteers
  • "Poet Trees" Volunteers
  • Chess Club Volunteers
  • Blackout Poetry Volunteers
  • Anything Goes LEGOs Volunteers
  • "Hello Spring" Sign Volunteers
  • Patriotic Pinwheel Volunteers
  • Recycling Challenge: Earth Day Volunteers
  • Spring-Themed Potholder Volunteers

 
Authors Unlimited 2026
Authors Unlimited 2026 will take place on Saturday, May 2, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at St. Joseph's University in Patchogue. Meet incredible authors and earn three hours of community service credit. Register at AU2026.eventbrite.com.  
 
 
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, April 9, 2:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Alexandra Figler to discuss of The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Registration is underway.
NENR726
 
 
 
 
Novel Ideas
(Northport) Monday, April 27, 7:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Candace Reeder to discuss The Doorman by Chris Pavone.
Registration is underway.
NENA431
 
 
 
The Past is Present
(Northport) Thursday, April 30, 7:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Connor McCormack to discuss An Immense World by
Ed Yong.
Registration is underway.
NENR724
 
 
 
 
 
 
Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere
(Northport) Friday, April 3, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, April 10, 2:00 p.m.
(Drop in - no registration required.)

Ella McCay
(Northport) Friday, April 17, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, April 24, 2:00 p.m.
(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
  • Annual Library Vote 
  • Be Kind to Bees 
  • Defensive Driving Class
  • New York City's Central Park (via Zoom)
  • Spies, Patriots, and the Constitution: The American Intelligence Tradition (via Zoom)
  • Introducing New Voting Machines
  • What Stays & What Goes? (via Zoom)
  • Weave from the Heart, Saori-Style 
  • Unclaimed Funds Workshop 
  • Washington, D.C. - Celebrate 250 Years in the Nations's Capital 
  • 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, April 8 
         - Northport building - Tuesday, April 21
  • Boat America: Boating Safety Class
  • The Heckscher Museum of Art: Building a Collection
  • The Whitney Biennial 2026 
  • Art Galleries: 
    • Northport: 
      Annual Art Exhibit by the Students of the Northport-East Northport School District 
    • East Northport:
      "Apple of Our Eye" - Watercolors by Jill Zimerman
    • Opening Reception: Friday, April 3, 7:00-8:00 p.m. 
Film, Stage, and Television 
  • NAC Presents! Poetry Path Meet and Greet
  • The Gene DeLucie Trio
  • Director Spotlight Film Discussion: Ace in the Hole 
  • You Bet Your Life
  • Floot4 Quartet: "Our Favorite Pieces Through the Ages"
  • Penny Lane
 
  • Friday Films (drop in; no registration required):   
    • Springsteen: Delivery Me from Nowhere - Friday, April 3, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
    • Springsteen: Delivery Me from Nowhere - Friday, April 10, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building
    • Ella McCay - Friday, April 17, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
    • Ella McCay - Friday, April 24, 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)
  • Long Island Reads 2026
 Language Learning and Literacy
  • Everyday Spanish (via Zoom)  
  • Dynamic English 
  • Pronunciation Practice (via Zoom)  
  • Basic English
  • Quick Reads
More from the Library... 
  • Friends of the Library
  • Museum Passes
  • The Library of Things
  • Discount Tickets
  • Document Shredding Service
  • Join the NexTrex Challenge!
    Recycle your household plastic bags at the Library.
 
Computers and Technology
 
Upcoming Programs
  • Mac Computing Basics Series: Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22, and 29, at 1:30 PM (Northport)
  • Microsoft Windows Computer Cleanup and Security (via Zoom) 
  • Introduction to Canva
  • All About GPS Apps (via Zoom)
  • Apps for a Healthy Lifestyle (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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