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Wed, Apr 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Offsite - St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Patchogue
Celebrate Earth Day & National Volunteer Month by planting seeds for St. Paul's gardens. Open to families, scout troops and adults. Registration begins April 1. Children must be accompanied by a parent/adult caregiver for the entire program.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Thu, Apr 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Roll together some soil, clay, and native seeds to create seed bombs that can be planted this fall. Earn an hour of community service, prepare for the gardening season ahead, and learn about the plants our ecosystem needs! *This program is designed for teens to attend independently.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Sun, Apr 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For families with children in grades K-6. Sweetbriar Nature Center will be at our Medford Branch with LIVE owls. Bring your family and your camera! Open to PML Cardholders Only.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Mon, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A & B
For children in grades 3-6. Use recycled cans to create your own Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz!
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Medford Branch - North Meeting Room
Learn fishing basics, licensing requirements, and tips for a successful lake fishing experience.

Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For children in grades 3-6. Use recycled cans to create your own Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz! This program will be held at the Medford Branch.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For families with children in grades K-6. Give your family the skills to identify the many birds of Long Island. Learn bird behaviors, habitats, bird calls, and more. Open to PML Cardholders only. This program will be held at our Medford Branch.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For ages 2 ½-5 years. Let’s celebrate our planet with this interactive program, with stories, crafts, songs, and activities! This program will be held at the Medford Branch.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Back of Library
For grades 3-6 with a parent/caregiver. Put on your walking shoes- We're going to visit some very special trees.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 9:30am

Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Medford Branch - South Meeting Room
In recognition of the nation's upcoming 250th birthday, this talk celebrates the remarkable comeback of the bald eagle—from the brink of extinction to a powerful national symbol. Explore their natural history, where they can be seen locally, and the conservation efforts that made their recovery possible.

Sat, May 23, 10:30am - 11:45am
Main Library - Back of Library,Backroom
One of the earliest forms of photography, cyanotypes use sunlight to make print magic! We’ll explore various methods of creating imagery using objects, nature, drawing and collage. PMLIB cardholders register beginning May 9. Out of district residents may register beginning May 16, if space allows.
Registration opens Saturday, May 9 2026 at 9:30am

Sat, May 23, 12:30pm - 1:45pm
Main Library - Back of Library,Backroom
One of the earliest forms of photography, cyanotypes use sunlight to make print magic! We’ll explore various methods of creating imagery using objects, nature, drawing and collage. PMLIB cardholders register beginning May 9. Out of district residents may register beginning May 16, if space allows. Register for one session only.
Registration opens Saturday, May 9 2026 at 9:30am