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Let's Talk 'Rewild'

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Workshops

Age Group:

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

Discover how we can support our local ecosystems, attract pollinators, and preserve nature by ‘Planting the Right Seed’! Join us for a fun game of Taboo and learn more about the power or Rewilding!

Tuesday Trivia Nights. At Salute in Plainview. Theme is Star Wars

OFFSITE: Tuesday Trivia Nights! At Salute in Plainview

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Games & Recreation

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at Salute in the Plainview Shopping Center and get ready to put your wits to the test and your drinks to the side (for just a second) – it’s bar trivia night!

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In-Person: Supreme Court Year in Review Part 1

Thursday, August 7, 2025 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:

Take a look at selected cases the court heard and the controversies that developed during the October 2024 to June 2025 term.  Part 2 will be held October 9.  

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Tiny Songbirds

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Music & Movement

Age Group:

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

Newborn to 3 years (with an adult). No siblings, please. 

Black Bag

Movie: Black Bag

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Movies

Age Group:

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

BLACK BAG is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse (Steven Soderbergh) and his beloved wife Kathryn (Kate Blanchett).

Sarah Beth Durst

Adult Summer Reading Club Wrap-Up Party

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Main Lobby at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Main Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join other book lovers for an evening celebrating a summer of great books.

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Storytime with Local Authors

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Ages 3 and up.  All are welcome.  No registration required. 

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In Be Tween Club

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Crafts, Games & Recreation

Age Group:

Tweens
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Crafts, Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Tweens in grades 5 & 6 this September only.

Join Miss Amy and Jody for fun activities each month.

Registration for SSD residents begins August 7, all others one week later if available.

Author photo of Ellen Marie Wiseman with the cover of her book, THE LIES THEY TOLD

Off-Site: TURN THE PAGE LIVE! Ellen Marie Wiseman's THE LIES THEY TOLD: Q&A and Book Signing at Theodore's Books

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Books & Reading, Lectures

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join author Ellen Marie Wiseman, author of the New York Times bestseller THE LOST GIRLS OF WILLOWBROOK, at Theodore's Books in Oyster Bay to celebrate the publication of her newest novel.

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Forever at Home

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

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

Grades 3 to 5. 

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Tiny Songbirds

11:30am–12:15pm
Children
Music & Movement
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Movement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Newborn to 3 years (with an adult). No siblings, please. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

Movie: Black Bag

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Movies
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

BLACK BAG is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse (Steven Soderbergh) and his beloved wife Kathryn (Kate Blanchett).

Adult Summer Reading Club Wrap-Up Party

7:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Books & Reading
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Main Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Join other book lovers for an evening celebrating a summer of great books.

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 6, 2025. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 7, 2025.

In-Person: Yoga for Energy, Experienced Beginner Summer 2025

9:30am–10:30am
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

This class builds on your existing practice with more advanced poses and techniques. We will focus on alignment, breathing, core strength and mindfulness.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. 

Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and a short storybook film.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

In-Person: Simply Fit Summer Make Up Class

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Exercise
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise

Dungeons & Dragons - Summer Campaign with DM Eric

6:30pm–8:30pm
Teens
Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adventures last for 3 months.

Sign up once and continue on your quest for 3 months. DM Eric will guide your way through this fun and exciting adventure.

In-Person: Yoga for Energy Summer 2025

9:45am–10:45am
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

This class combines the ancient wisdom of Qi energy with modern techniques to maximize the brain's function. Each class includes stretching, core strengthening, breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation. Classes are suitable for all levels.

Storytime for Tots

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 with an adult. No siblings, please. 

Enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and a short storybook film.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

IN-PERSON: NEW Yoga for Relaxation Summer 2025

6:15pm–7:15pm
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

NOTE: THE NEWSLETTER STATED CLASS STARTED ON JUNE 24, THE CLASS IS NOW STARTING ON JULY 1.

IN-PERSON: Yoga for Relaxation Summer 2025

6:15pm–7:15pm
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

INSTRUCTOR HAS CHANGED THE DATES OF THE CLASSES.

THE FIRST DATE IS NOW JULY 1ST. GO TO THAT DATE ON THE CALENDAR TO REGISTER.

Baby & Me

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Music & Movement
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Movement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Newborn to 17 months with an adult.  No siblings, please.

Sing and play with your child and PlayHooray!

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

In- Person: Chair/Office Yoga Summer 2025

11:15am–12:15pm
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Recharge, unwind, and improve balance and posture, de-stress, and enhance your energy and focus in this all-levels class of gentle seated and standing poses and mindful breathing.

Bean Art

2:30pm–3:30pm
Children
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design a beautiful piece of unique art featuring beans.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

DOGust Collages

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
Community Service / Volunteer, Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service / Volunteer, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a gorgeous dog-themed collage featuring an adoptable shelter dog! These will be donated to various animal shelters.

In-Person: Qi Gong Summer 2025

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Qi Gong is an ancient Asian healing mind-body practice that means energy work.

Shapes & Structures

2:00pm–2:45pm
Children
STEAM
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages: 3 -5 with an adult.

Children will discover different shapes and structures by using Geoboards and Magnatiles and then make their own structure to take home using cornstarch-based "noodles".

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

In-Person: The History of Freedomland

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Lectures
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Event Details:

Learn about the history of what is known as the “Disneyland of the East,” Freedomland enjoyed significant connections to Disney, Hollywood, Broadway, local television and the leading entertainers of the day.

Syosset Parents

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults

Virtual: Simply Stronger with Balance Summer 2025 with Mindy Vasta

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Exercise
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improve strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, posture, and alignment using hand-held weights, a resistance band, and a ball.

In-person: Ratatouille Flatbread & Shrimp Waldorf Salad Demonstration & Tasting Class

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Class is filled. To be placed on the waiting list, call 516-921-7161 ext. 228

Watch and learn how to make a summer ratatouille flatbread with fresh vegetables and a chopped shrimp Waldorf salad with apples and grapes.  

Big Dreams Story Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 1 through 4.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Disclaimer

Each child who wants to attend must be registered using their own library card. Please do not register more than one child on one library card unless specified. 

Registration for non-residents begins one week after registration opens, space permitting.  Please call the library to register as a non-resident. 

Caregivers must remain in the library while their children are attending library programs. 

All programs are age specific.  No younger or older siblings unless specified. 

If you arrive more than 10 minutes past the stated start time of the program, your spot may be given to someone on the waiting list. 

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed on Sundays beginning Sunday, July 6, 2025. Sunday hours will resume Sunday, September 7, 2025.