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DIY @ makerLAB **APPOINTMENT ONLY**

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
School Age, Family, Teen, Adult

makerLAB hours are extremely limited and appointments are required. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Coding Buddies (Teens)

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
Teen

Earn community service while demonstrating Fiero Code to kids to help them learn how to code! The first half hour of the program you will familiarize yourself with this self-paced computer coding software.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

General Defensive Driving

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Driving
Age Group:
Adult

Completion of this course helps those who attend become better, safer drivers and may include a reduction of violation points on your license and a discount on automobile insurance. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Ask-A-Librarian **Appointment Only**

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Study Room 4 at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Need help downloading apps, accessing library services or navigating a website? Sign up for an Ask-A-Librarian appointment and a librarian will be available to assist you with whatever you are working on!

This event is in the "Adult" group

A Knitting and Crochet Circle of Friends

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult

Calling all fiber friends! Join us for Longwood's own knitting and crochet group.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

DIY @ makerLAB **APPOINTMENT ONLY**

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
School Age, Family, Teen, Adult

makerLAB hours are extremely limited and appointments are required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

General Defensive Driving

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Driving
Age Group:
Adult

Completion of this course helps those who attend become better, safer drivers and may include a reduction of violation points on your license and a discount on automobile insurance. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Intermediate English with LIEOC

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
ESOL
Age Group:
Adult

The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC) is offering an English class at the library with certified teachers. The LIEOC is a tuition-free Adult Education program sponsored by SUNY Farmingdale.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Fall Pumpkin Tower (Teens)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Age Group:
Teen

Join us for a cozy fall crafting session in the makerLAB where you'll create a charming decorative pumpkin tower adorned with Cricut-cut decals. This project is perfect for adding a touch of autumn magic to your home this September!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Cricut Fundamentals: Everything Cricut (Zoom)

Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Zoom at LPL Online
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult

Want to design your own tee shirts, mugs, decals and more? Cricut is for you! Join librarian Alison M. and learn about the different types of Cricut devices/accessories, get some project ideas and take a tour of Cricut Design Space.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adult" group

Hey! Let's Play!

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult

Bring your friends or find others to share a game on Friday mornings. Bring your playing cards, your Mah Jongg sets, and your other favorites. We provide the tables and the room, you provide the fun!

No registration required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Introduction to Tap Dancing

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adult

Join Joyce to learn basic beginner tap dance steps in this fun workshop! Wear soft leather shoes (no sneakers) and dress comfortably.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Code a Video Game: Pac Man (Teens)

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
Teen

Learn how to code the classic arcade game, Pac Man, in our makerLAB and try testing it out  with friends. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Evening Book Discussion – Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel

Friday, September 26, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adult

The spellbinding story of a Hollywood star, his would-be savior, and a nomadic group of actors roaming the scattered outposts of the Great Lakes region, risking everything for art and humanity.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Unlocking Joyful Memories: Innovative Activities for Dementia Patients

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adult

Dementia is a debilitating condition that robs patients of their memories and leaves them feeling lost and alone. Learn about innovative activities that offer a ray of hope for dementia patients, allowing them to rediscover joy and connection.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Fall Writing Workshop

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Join Anne Kelly-Edmunds and a supportive group of writers in this inspiring writing workshop. All levels welcome!

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

Paracord Lanyards (Teens)

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service
Age Group:
Teen

Design paracord lanyards that will be sent to soldiers through Operation Gratitude! 

Everyone who participates will receive a certificate for one hour of community service. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

DIY @ makerLAB **APPOINTMENT ONLY**

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
makerLAB at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, STEM
Age Group:
School Age, Family, Teen, Adult

makerLAB hours are extremely limited and appointments are required. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Introduction to Computers: Navigation and Photos

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kovarik Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Age Group:
Adult

This hands-on class covers multitasking, working with graphics, using Windows drawing and painting tools, using copy and cut and paste.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Titles and Treats

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Clemens Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Books & Writing
Age Group:
Adult

Join us as we talk about interesting yet-to-be released books as well as our favorites and classics. You are encouraged to share some of your favorite titles with the group, or just sit back, relax and enjoy some good "book chats".

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group

After-School Art: DIY Leather Pouches (Teens)

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
True North Teen Department at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Join us after school to learn some of the basics of leather working and make your own leather pouch! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

English Online

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Zoom at LPL Online
Program Type:
ESOL
Age Group:
Adult

This class is open to adult English learners who would like to improve their spoken English. Must be able to speak English and willing to participate in discussion and reading.   This program will be presented as a Zoom meeting.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adult" group

Intermediate English with LIEOC

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
ESOL
Age Group:
Adult

The Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC) is offering an English class at the library with certified teachers. The LIEOC is a tuition-free Adult Education program sponsored by SUNY Farmingdale.

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group

Flu Shot Clinic

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Study Room 1 at Longwood Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Fitness
Age Group:
Adult

Pharmacists from Walgreens will be here to administer the flu shot. Bring your insurance card. Those without insurance will be eligible to receive a free flu shot.