Gaming at the Library
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
Whether you're new to the classic card game, or looking to expand your repertoire, this beginner-friendly class will teach you the basics of Canasta in a fun and supportive environment. Registration is ongoing.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Offsite
Meet us in the Community Room of the New Village apartments (1 Village Green Way in Patchogue) for a drop-in boardgame night! Enter through the archway on Lake Street.

Fri, Apr 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
Improve your Canasta skills, practice setting up your hands, following discarded cards, and interact with your partner better. 

Fri, Apr 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
Compete in a video game tournament against your friends! The winner will receive a small prize and have their name added to our leader board. *This program will take place at the Medford Branch.* This program is designed for teens to attend independently.

Mon, Apr 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
Whether you're new to the classic card game, or looking to expand your repertoire, this beginner-friendly class will teach you the basics of Canasta in a fun and supportive environment. Registration is ongoing.
This event is full

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Meeting Room A & B
Come play Bingo and win prizes!

Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
Improve your Canasta skills, practice setting up your hands, following discarded cards, and interact with your partner better. 

Mon, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
For Grades 1 - 6. Play chess and checkers with kids your own age. Test your skills or learn the basics. No experience required.

Tue, Apr 22, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Try some Japanese snacks and discuss a new book with us! Stop by the Carnegie Branch beforehand to get the book we'll be discussing. New books will be given at each session. This program is designed for teens to attend independently.

Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
Improve your Canasta skills, practice setting up your hands, following discarded cards, and interact with your partner better. 

Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Become the hero in your own epic tale! Join our gaming expert, Michael to slay dragons, outwit villains, and craft legendary adventures - no experience needed, just bring your imagination and he'll guide you through the rest! This program is designed for teens to attend independently.

Mon, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
For Grades 1 - 6. Play chess and checkers with kids your own age. Test your skills or learn the basics. No experience required.

Mon, Apr 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Backroom
For grades 3-6. Hang out with other kids who love Minecraft while you play the game and complete in-game challenges.

Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Eat snacks, color or draw, and watch anime with us! This program is designed for teens to attend independently.

Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
Improve your Canasta skills, practice setting up your hands, following discarded cards, and interact with your partner better. 

Fri, May 02, 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
Join us for our second-ever Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament for adults. Registration is on-going.
Register

Mon, May 05, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
For Grades 1 - 6. Play chess and checkers with kids your own age. Test your skills or learn the basics. No experience required.

Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A & B
Celebrate Older Americans Month by dressing up for an afternoon of music and light refreshments. Bring a friend, make new ones, and boogie down on the dance floor with the assistance of a professional dance instructor!

Mon, May 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
For Grades 1 - 6. Play chess and checkers with kids your own age. Test your skills or learn the basics. No experience required.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Backroom
For grades 3-6. Come to the library for an hour of fun playing Minecraft. Hang out with other kids who love Minecraft while you play the game and complete in-game challenges.
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:30am

Tue, May 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Compete in a video game tournament against your friends! The winner will receive a small prize and have their name added to our leader board. This program is designed for teens to attend independently.
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:30am

Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A & B
Feeling a Wii bit nostalgic for your gaming days, circa late '00s? Drop in and play some of your favorites from the heyday of the Wii console. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Backroom

Fri, May 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Library (Full)
For teens in grades 6 – 12. Compete in an 8-ball pool tournament against your friends! Do you have what it takes to be crowded our Carnegie Pool Champion? This program is designed for teens to attend independently.
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:30am

Tue, May 20, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Try some Japanese snacks and discuss a new book with us! Stop by the Carnegie Branch beforehand to get the book we'll be discussing. New books will be given at each session. This program is designed for teens to attend independently.
Registration opens Thursday, May 1 2025 at 9:30am

Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Better Man Distilling Company - Main Dining Area
Relive your favorite moments from the show's seven-season run at our nostalgia night, featuring light refreshments, conversation, and trivia at The Better Man Distilling Company in Patchogue.

Rescheduled
Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New date Wednesday, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rise & Grind: Kitchen & Coffee Bar - Main Dining Area
Relive your favorite moments from the show's seven-season run at our nostalgia night, featuring light refreshments, conversation, and trivia at The Better Man Distilling Company in Patchogue.

Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
Learn how to play the ancient game of Mah Jong, with its strategies, tiles, and sequences.

Thu, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Front Entrance - Outside
Meet us outside the Main Building for family friendly activities from 5-8 pm.