Parents & Children

The library has a comprehensive collection of books and other materials for children and for parents. Please stop by the Children's Department for more assistance in finding the right resources for your needs.

Museum Passes

Borrow a free pass to a local museum! Museums include Children's Museum of the East End, the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Maritime Explorium, and many more.

Click here to visit the Museum Passes page!

Homework Help

Your library card offers students the chance to get homework assistance from a live tutor. Brainfuse HelpNow is a free resource that allows you to work one-on-one with online tutors. You can draw or type your question in their online classroom and receive live homework assistance from a Brainfuse-certified tutor. Tutors are trained to not only provide answers but to help you master the homework assignment's underlying academic concepts. Live tutors are available seven days a week from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm, EST.

Nursery School Fair

Choosing the right preschool can be a daunting experience, so the library is here to help. Each year the Children's Department plans a nursery school fair. Representatives from local schools are available to speak with you and answer any questions you may have. Watch the library newsletter for information.

Our librarians have put together a downloadable listing of local nursery schools, many of whom participate in the annual fair.

Upcoming Events

Baby Picasso (12-30 months)

10:00am - 10:45am

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Waitlist Seats Remaining: 38

Event Description:

Discover textures and color through printing, painting and splashing without worrying about making a mess! Children will develop their fine motor skills as they maneuver items and learn to hold utensils such as paintbrushes and rollers, while creatin...

Art Starts (31 months - Pre K)

11:30am - 12:15pm

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 2

Event Description:

Children will be introduced to a variety of art materials that are guaranteed to stimulate their creative abilities. Don't forget to bring your smock! ...

Beginner Ukulele (grades 3-6)

4:45pm - 5:45pm

Story Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Lecture, Music & Entertainment

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 5

Event Description:

Learn the basics of playing the ukulele with music teacher Adam King! During this four week workshop, you'll learn about tuning, scales, and chords. Ukuleles will be provided, but you may bring your own. Children MUST be able to attend...

Beginner Ukulele (grades 3-6)

5:45pm - 6:45pm

Story Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Lecture, Music & Entertainment

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Description:

Learn the basics of playing the ukulele with music teacher Adam King! During this four week workshop, you'll learn about tuning, scales, and chords. Ukuleles will be provided, but you may bring your own. Children MUST be able to attend...

Art Smarts (grades K-2)

6:30pm - 7:15pm

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 9

Creepy Cuisine (grades 3-6)

7:00pm - 7:45pm

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Cooking

Registration Required

Waitlist Seats Remaining: 48

Event Description:

You are invited to come and help us prepare some 'Horror d' Oeuvres', a 'Main Corpse' and some 'Dead-sert'. Don't miss out on this fun program - we'll even provide the delicious 'Ghoul-aid'. This program may not be suitable for those with food allerg...

Creepy Cakes (grades K-2)

4:45pm - 5:15pm

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Cooking

Registration Required

Waitlist Seats Remaining: 40

Event Description:

Children are invited to come and decorate creepy Halloween cupcakes! Bring your appetite! This program may not be suitable for those with food allergies. ...

Tinker Tots (30 months-Pre K)

10:30am - 11:15am

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Playtime

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Tinker Tots (30 months-Pre K)

6:30pm - 7:15pm

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Playtime

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Last Minute Costume Party (grades 3-6)

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Craft Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Craft Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Description:

Need a last minute costume? Come create some fun Halloween costume accessories while having fun with library friends. We will have some snacks to munch on and some spooky activities too! The snacks provided may not be suitable for t...

Beginner Ukulele (grades 3-6)

4:45pm - 5:45pm

Story Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Lecture, Music & Entertainment

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 5

Event Description:

Learn the basics of playing the ukulele with music teacher Adam King! During this four week workshop, you'll learn about tuning, scales, and chords. Ukuleles will be provided, but you may bring your own. Children MUST be able to attend...

Beginner Ukulele (grades 3-6)

5:45pm - 6:45pm

Story Room

Registration

Library Branch: Longwood Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: School Age

Program Type: Lecture, Music & Entertainment

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Description:

Learn the basics of playing the ukulele with music teacher Adam King! During this four week workshop, you'll learn about tuning, scales, and chords. Ukuleles will be provided, but you may bring your own. Children MUST be able to attend...

Parents & Children

Museum Passes

Homework Help

Nursery School Fair