Sat, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Offsite - Shorefront Park
For children in grades K-6 with a parent/family. Join us for a guided walk through Patchogue's innovative Shorefront Park. We will unveil the project's hidden workings and meet some of the native plants and animals working to protect your shoreline, improve water quality and restore habitat. * This program will take place at Shorefront Park.  Parking in lot on Rider and Smith St.

Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room A & B
For grades K-3. This wild reading adventure combines a wildlife-themed story, crafting and real animal guests for an unforgettable experience.
This event is full

Fri, Jul 11, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Offsite - Woodside Nursery and Garden Center
For families with children in grades K-6. Join Miss Michelle in this interactive science program to discover the importance of pollinators. We will explore the life cycle of a plant and learn how pollinators help the environment. Go home with a special plant. This program takes place outside at Woodside Nursery 134 East Woodside Ave, Patchogue.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 9:30am

Fri, Jul 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite - Woodside Nursery and Garden Center
For families with children in grades K-6. Join Miss Michelle in this interactive science program to discover the importance of pollinators. We will explore the life cycle of a plant and learn how pollinators help the environment. Go home with a special plant. This program takes place outside at Woodside Nursery 134 East Woodside Ave, Patchogue.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 9:30am

Wed, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Paddle Pub Long Island
Paddle down the Patchogue River while discussing your current read. Space is limited and latecomers will not be accommodated. Rain or shine. PML cardholders only register beginning July 2. Boat will depart from the boardwalk across from the Harbor Crab promptly at 6:30. Please wear sneakers or closed toe shoes. Parking at the LIRR train station is recommended.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 2 2025 at 9:30am

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Backroom
For children in grades 2-6. Observe live caterpillars and learn about the stages of a Monarch's lifecycle. Explore its incredible migration, and how you can help these beautiful creatures.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Wed, Aug 13, 7:30pm - 8:45pm
Offsite - Other Offsite Location [1]
For families with children in grades K-5. Observe the night sky with a ranger and see what celestial bodies we can identify. This outdoor, nature-based event will be held at Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge in Shirley.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Medford Branch - North & South Meeting Rooms Combined
For families with children in grades 1-6. Step aboard the discovery bus! The "Tumbled by the Sea" mobile museum showcases the magic of sea glass with this interactive exhibit on wheels. For Patchogue Medford cardholders only. Registration is required. Space is limited. This program will be held at the Medford Branch.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Fri, Aug 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Offsite - Woodside Nursery and Garden Center
For families with children in grades K-6. Join Miss Michelle in this interactive science program as we travel back to the time of Dinosaurs. Learn amazing dinosaur facts through stories and games and create your own delightful dinosaur to take home! Everyone will also have a chance to walk through Woodside Nursery's amazing outdoor dinosaur exhibit.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am

Fri, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite - Woodside Nursery and Garden Center
For families with children in grades K-6. Join Miss Michelle in this interactive science program as we travel back to the time of Dinosaurs. Learn amazing dinosaur facts through stories and games and create your own delightful dinosaur to take home! Everyone will also have a chance to walk through Woodside Nursery's amazing outdoor dinosaur exhibit.
Registration opens Friday, August 1 2025 at 9:30am