Northport-East Northport Public Library: Library News and Updates: September 2026 Newsletter

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September 2026 Newsletter

The Library in the Community

East Northport Festival
Saturday, September 12, 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 19, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the public libraries of the Town of Huntington
at Stimson Middle School, Huntington.

Cow Harbor Day
Sunday, September 20, 12:00–5:00 p.m.
Look for the Northport-East Northport Public Library
tent in Northport Village Park on Cow Harbor Day.

Music at the Library

Four Way Street Unplugged:
The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

(Northport) Friday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.
Four Way Street Unplugged brings the timeless music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young to life
in an intimate acoustic performance. Three exceptional vocalists play acoustic guitars and
small percussion to recreate the breathtaking harmonies and unforgettable

songs that made CSNY legendary.
Registration is underway. NENA549

The Dedications

(Northport) Sunday, October 4, 2:00 p.m.
Led by singer John Zollo, this vocal group performs ‘50’s and ‘60’s harmony, rock and roll,
and ballads, as well as classic rock of the ‘70s and ‘80s, all with great musical accompaniment.
Registration is underway. NENA560

NAC Presents! Toby Tobias

(Northport) Thursday, October 8, 7:00 p.m.
Born and raised in South Africa, Toby has immersed himself in many genres of American music while never leaving behind his roots in the rhythms and melodies of his homeland. His keen ear for intuitive arrangements is a hallmark of his writing and performances which include modern folk and jazz.

Registration is underway. NENA561

Library of Things
Our Library of Things collection includes games, lawn signs, electronics, gadgets, equipment, and more. Borrow one today!

See what's new in the Library of Things:

Converter: Cassette to MP3 — Karaoke Machine — Bingo Game — Metal Detector — Jenga Giant — Pickleball Kit — Car Battery Jump Starter — Tire Inflator — and...Lawn Sprinklers for Kids!

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 27 unless otherwise noted.

For Preschool Children

Tots and Toys (drop in; no registration required)
Pajama Storytime (drop in; no registration required)
Books a Poppin' (drop in; no registration required)

Series Programs
One series program per child.

Sing & Play - East Northport: 10:00 am or 11:00 am
Time for Tots
Mother Goose Rhyme Time

For School-Age Children

Chess Club (drop in; no registration required)
Adventures in Art: An Apple a Day with Paul Cezanne
Anything Goes LEGOs (drop in; no registration required)
After School Stories
Mad Science: Earthworks
Sunflower Paint Night
Graphic Novel Club: Mr. Wolf's Class

For Families

Moms' Group
Paws to Read Meet & Greet (drop in; no registration required)

Children and Family Services Department

The Bookmark Spot - Stop by the Library and pick up the September bookmark by Charlotte Brandt.
What's new in our Children's collection? Visit Wowbrary! to see the latest additions.
Borrow a Backpack Storytime today!
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

Paws to Read Meet & Greet
(Northport) Tuesday, September 15, 6:30 p.m.
Families
Stop by anytime between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to meet and pet some friendly therapy dogs and learn more about this monthly program. (60 min.)
No registration required.

After School Stories

(Northport) Tuesday, September 22, 4:00 p.m.
Children in grades K–2
This storytime and craft program introduces school age
children to a wide variety of literature including
fantasy, humor, fables, and more. (45 min.) NENJ642

Try our new Launchpad Quest tablets!

Launchpad Quest is an interactive digital discovery hub for kids with over 100 games to make learning feel like play. Ask a Children’s Librarian or visit either the Northport or East Northport Children’s Room for more information.

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 1.

Open only to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders entering grades 6-12.

Featured Programs

Take and Make Kits

Registration and pick up begins September 1. 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.

Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Registration for the following Teen Volunteer Opportunities begins September 1.
Open to students entering 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 September 16 and returned by September 30 to earn community service credit. You may choose a maximum of two volunteer opportunities in addition to Disaster Master Volunteers.

Disaster Master Volunteers
Visit Disaster Master-Ready.gov to participate in the Disaster Master Game and test your knowledge of a wide range of emergencies. Then complete the Build a Kit Game to learn how to assemble a proper emergency kit. Once you have completed both games, compile a list of all eight passwords that you obtained at the end of each level in the Disaster Master Game, and a list of the items that you collected in the Build a Kit Game. Email your lists to teenvolunteer@nenpl.org to receive two hours of community service credit.
NENY130

SAT Preparation Workshop
(Northport) Thursdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1,
6:15–8:45 p.m.
Teens entering grades 10–12
Registration begins August 14.
Students can prepare for the fall PSAT/SAT exams with teachers Jason Bernstein and Jay Berger. A non-refundable check for $165 payable to “Northport-East Northport Public Library” must be paid within three days of registration. Payment includes the workbook
for the SAT exam. Workbook will be handed out in the first class.
Your class placement is not complete until payment is received.
NENY123

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, September 10, 2:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Alexandra Figler to discuss Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro.
Registration is underway.
NENR747

Between the Lines
(East Northport) Thursday, September 24, 7:00 p.m.

Join Librarians Connor McCormack and
Meagan White to discuss What We Can Know by Ian McEwan.
Registration is underway.
NENR748

Novel Ideas

(Northport) Monday, September 28, 7:00 p.m.
Join Librarian Candace Reeder to discuss Life, & Death, & Giants by Ron Rindo.
Registration is underway.
NENA533

Pressure
(Northport) Friday, September 4, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, September 11, 2:00 p.m.
(Drop in - no registration required.)

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
(Northport) Friday, September 18, 2:00 p.m.
(East Northport) Friday, September 25, 2:00 p.m.

(Drop in - no registration required.)

Director Spotlight Film Discussion: Sabrina
(N) Thursday, September 3, 2:00 p.m.
Join a group of fellow film lovers led by lecturer JoAnn Proscia to view and discuss Sabrina.
A playboy takes notice of his chauffeur’s daughter after her return from
school in Paris. However, his more serious brother warns about getting involved with her. Starring Humphrey Bogart and Audrey Hepburn. 112 min.

See Our Complete Monthly List of Adult Programs

Register for our programs online, in person, or call the Library.

Featured programs

Remembering 9/11: Responder Stories Onscreen and In-Person
Defensive Driving Class
Coiled Woven Basket
Anyone Can Grow Their Own Food
Healthy Autumn Cuisine: Community Cooking Class Featuring Huntington Hospital
Breast Cancer: Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment (via Zoom)
Pumpkin Spice Aromatherapy Scrub
Opioid Overdose Prevention Training (drop in)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
Medicine Collection at the Library
Free Blood Pressure Check
One-on-One Medicare Counseling, in-person:
- Northport building - Tuesday, September 15
- East Northport building - Wednesday, September 16
Art Communities in the Hamptons (via Zoom)
Introduction to Paint Pouring

Art Galleries and Displays:
- Northport: "Expedition Earth" by Meghan Goparaju
  - Meet the Artist
- East Northport: "Long Island Waters" by Dennis Gai
  - Meet the Artist

Film, Stage, and Television

Director Spotlight Film Discussions: Sabrina
Outdoor Movie in the Library Courtyard: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie - September 4 at 7:30 pm
Marilyn Monroe: Centennial Celebration
Debut Theater Company presents: The Ready Bride
Film Screening: "What Liberty Means"
James Stewart: All American
Four Way Street Unplugged: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
The Dedications
NAC Presents! Toby Tobias

Friday Films (drop in; no registration required):
- Pressure Friday, September 4, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
- Pressure Friday, September 11, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building
- EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Friday, September 18, 2:00 p.m. Northport Building
- EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert Friday, September 25, 2:00 p.m. East Northport Building

Book Discussion Groups and Programs

All Booked Up
Between the Lines
Novel Ideas
Online Author Talks - "Live" and On Demand (online)

Language Learning and Literacy

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

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint (via Zoom)
What Is Your Digital Footprint (via Zoom)
SeniorNet: One-On-One Tech Help
Introduction to Google Docs (via Zoom)
Introduction to ChatGPT (via Zoom)
SeniorNet: Android Phones - Getting Started

Other Technology Education Services

Gale Courses: New online classes start monthly
Digital Literacy Services
Explore Our Online Learning Services.

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