Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Medford Branch - Medford Lawn
For ages 2-5 years. Dress for a mess for some fun sensory play! No registration required. This program will be held at the Medford Branch.

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
All ages. Patrons will be making thaumatropes; optical illusions wherein the images on either side of a spinning "coin" appear to merge into one.  Patrons will print and sublimate the two "halves" of their image on either face of a 3" circle, which will then be mounted to a laser-cut stand using 3D-printed brackets. Young children may need adult assistance.
This event is full

Fri, Jul 18, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Backroom
For families with children 2 and up. LEGO and DUPLO sets will be out for individual building or family fun! No registration necessary, Drop-In. Get ready, Get set, Lets LEGO.

Mon, Jul 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Meeting Room A & B
For families with children in grades K-6. Come enjoy this highly interactive show. There will be fun and exciting science experiments, with audience volunteers!
This event is full

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
Are you curious about smart home technology? Join us at the Medford Branch and learn how you can automate tasks and control home functions remotely, including smart speakers, lights, security systems, and energy-saving devices. Register now.

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For ages 2-5 years. Dress for a mess as we explore different scientific concepts with COLOR. This program will be held at the Medford Branch.
This event is full

Wed, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For ages 2-5 years. Dress for a mess as we explore different scientific concepts with COLOR. This program will be held at the Medford Branch.

Fri, Jul 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Carnegie Library - Carnegie Main
For teens in grades 6-12. Test your speaking skills and present hilarious topics of your choice. Snacks and laughs included. This program was designed for teens to attend independently.

Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Backroom
For grades K-6. Use our Cricut machines to create a custom design for your own bucket hat. Young children may need adult assistance.
This event is full

Mon, Jul 28, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
For grades K-6. Use our Cricut machines to create a custom design for your own bucket hat. Young children may need adult assistance.
This event is full

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Medford Branch - South Meeting Room
For adults. Keep the sun off your face with your own personalized bucket hat this summer!
This event is full

Wed, Jul 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Medford Branch - North Meeting Room
All ages. Patrons will be making thaumatropes; optical illusions wherein the images on either side of a spinning "coin" appear to merge into one. Patrons will print and sublimate the two "halves" of their image on either face of a 3" circle, which will then be mounted to a laser-cut stand using 3D-printed brackets. Young children may need adult assistance.
This event is full

Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Medford Branch - South Meeting Room
Get ready for those college classes, or just your own journaling time, with these sublimation journals. Use our heat press to put any image on the cover of your very own pocket journal! PML cardholders register beginning July 21. Out of district residents register beginning July 28, if space allows. Register for one session only.
Registration opens Monday, July 21 2025 at 9:30am

Mon, Aug 04, 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.
This event is full

Wed, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
For teens in grades 6-12. Create a journal that's all for you! Using sublimation, design bold, colorful covers that are perfect for back to school.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Adult Zoom,Backroom
Attend in person or via Zoom.

Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Medford Branch - Medford Lawn,North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For grades 3-6. Experience the wonder of flight by learning about and test flying different drones. This program will be held at the Medford Branch.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Backroom
All ages. Come in and laser design a custom wooden door hanger so everyone knows that they are welcome (or not!).  All materials provided. Young children may need adult assistance.
This event is full

Sun, Aug 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Offsite
For families with children ages 5 and up. Visit Long Island Live Steamers and enjoy riding miniature trains together throughout the park. For Patchogue Medford cardholders only, Registration is required. RAIN WILL CANCEL. This program takes place at Southaven Park, Gerard Rd entrance. 189 Gerard Rd, Yaphank. Meet us THERE at 10 am.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Medford Branch - Medford Lawn
For ages 2-5 years. Dress for a mess for some fun sensory play! No registration required. *Rain will cancel* This program will be held at the Medford Branch.