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Virtual: American art at 250: Masterworks of a Nation

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
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Celebrate America's extraordinary artistic legacy as we commemorate our nation's 250th anniversary with a curated exploration of the masterworks that have defined our cultural identity.

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In-Person: The Constitution in Crisis with Jim Coll

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

Analyze the handful of historic situations that raised questions about "constitutional crisis" a phrase that is often bandied about these days, and how these situations were resolved.

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Virtual Digital SAT Practice Exam

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

College Prep

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College Prep
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Five Little Pigs by Agatha Christie

Morning Mystery Book Discussion

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Board Room / Meeting Room A at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Board Room / Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join us in remembering the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie (1890-1976) fifty years after her death with a book discussion led by Sonia, Reference Librarian.

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In-person: Le Nozze di Figaro with Tanisha Mitchell

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures, Music & Movement

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures, Music & Movement
Event Details:

After being pursued relentlessly by Count Almaviva, the Countess is distraught that her marriage is falling apart due to his infidelity.

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In Be Tween Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Story Room at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Crafts, Games & Recreation

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

For Tweens in grades 5 & 6 only.

Join Miss Amy and Jody for fun activities each month.

Registration for SSD residents begins January 2, all others one week later if available.

Retro Gaming Night!

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Lobby at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Recreation

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Main Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of retro arcade and board games hosted by LI-Retro Gaming and Game Master Games! Sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. 

 

Virtual: Memorable Music Television Moments with Richard Knox

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

This is a wonderful opportunity to relive some of the signature musical numbers first performed on TV. Video clips will include some wonderful duets and medleys performed by Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley.

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Book Buddies

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 1/2 to grade 2.

Teen volunteers will read stories in the library!

 

The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel

Afternoon Book Discussion

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join Jackie, Head of Readers’ Services, for an in-person discussion of the New York Times bestselling historical fiction novel, The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel.

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The Hambones

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tap your feet and sing along with The Hambones’ renditions of classic rock, traditional and current country, rhythm and blues and folk genres, including songs by The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Elvis and many more!

IN-PERSON CONCERT: The Chimes

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Listen to the smooth sounds of this 4-person acapella group singing doo-wop songs from the past.  Co-sponsored with the Town of Oyster Bay’s 2025-2026 Distinguished Artists Concert Series. 

In-person: Latin Jazz Fusion with Traditional Chinese Music with Dongfeng Liu Duo

1:00pm–2:15pm
Adults, Everyone
Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

大家一起来欣赏中西文化融合的音乐。刘东风二重奏把中国本土音乐和美国爵士乐及加勒比海岸的节奏融合在一起。 刘东风是一位屡获殊荣的爵士钢琴家、作曲家和编曲家。 SSD居民注册从1月15日开始；其他学区的居民一周后注册（如果有空位）

In-person Concert: The Wood Vibrations

1:00pm–2:15pm
Adults
Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

The inspiration behind The Wood Vibrations was to form an ensemble that redefined the “cover band” experience.

IN-PERSON CONCERT: The Brooklyn Bards

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Enjoy an afternoon with this acoustic traditional Irish folk band performing everything from old Carolan tunes, ballads, sea shanties, marches, rebel songs and more.

LIBRARY CLOSING AT 1 PM FOR GOOD FRIDAY

1:00pm–6:00pm
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The library will be closing at 1 PM for Good Friday.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR EASTER SUNDAY

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The library is closed for Easter Sunday.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY

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The Library is closed for the Memorial Day Holiday.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

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The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY

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The library is closed for Independence Day.

LIBRARY CLOSED

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The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

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Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
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Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
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Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
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Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

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Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
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Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
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Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY HOLIDAY

All Day
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Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for Labor Day weekend.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 5, 2026. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 13, 2026.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for Labor Day.

LIBRARY CLOSING AT 5 PM FOR ROSH HASHANAH EVE

5:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closing at 5PM for Rosh Hashanah Eve.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR ROSH HASHANAH

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for Rosh Hashanah.