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Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk

Afternoon Book Discussion

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Books & Reading

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading
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Join Donna Burger, Readers’ Services Librarian, for an in-person discussion of the novel Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney.

Judy Collins

In-person: Judy Collins "Judy Blue Eyes" with Marc Courtade

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

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

Judy Collins is a singer and songwriter whose career is now in its seventh decade. She continues to inspire audiences with her sterling musicianship, personal life triumphs and firm commitment to social activism.

Reagan movie

Movie: Reagan

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Movies

Age Group:

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

From dusty small-town roots, to the glitter of Hollywood, and then on to commanding the world stage, Reagan is a cinematic journey of overcoming the odds.

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Virtual Digital SAT Practice Exam

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

College Prep

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College Prep
Event Details:

Take a full-length proctored practice test under timed conditions during this online class.

British flag on a guitar

Concert: Six Songs the Beatles

Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Concerts & Performances

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts & Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

This presentation—part lecture, part live performance—takes a a deep dive into six Fab Four songs to gain a better understanding of the band as musicians, songwriters, and artists.

Chita Rivera

In-Person: Chita Rivera with John Kenrick

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Theater at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

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

Born in Washington DC, this electrifying dancer became a Broadway super star in West Side Story, Chicago, Kiss of the Spiderwoman - as well as a long list of flops! What made her such an audience favorite?

Animals reading

Book Buddies

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

Teen volunteers will read stories in the library!

 

Child drawing with chalk

Family Chalk the Walk

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Parking Lot at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Crafts, Other

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 1/2 years to grade 5 with family.

Show off your art skills and your love of reading by participating in our Chalk the Walk event.  Meet us in the expanded parking lot for a morning of creativity and fun!

The word "In" on the left hand side in a pink circle, the word "Club on the right hand side in the turquoise circle, the words "Be Tween" in a yellow square in the middle,Venn diagram style

In Be Tween Club

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Crafts, Games & Recreation

Age Group:

Tweens
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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 currently only.

Join Miss Amy and Jody for fun activities each month.

Registration for SSD residents begins May 29, all others one week later if available.

Korean painting

In-Person: Modern Korean Folk Art Painting Class with Joan Kim Suzuki

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room B/C at Syosset Public Library

Program Type:

Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Dive into the vibrant world of Korean folk art with a modern twist. You will learn traditional techniques like folk painting, then reimagine them with contemporary flair. Perfect for all skill levels. No refunds within 48 hours of class.

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LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for the Memorial Day Holiday.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Full STEAM Ahead

7:00pm - 7:45pm
Children
Crafts, Music & Movement
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Music & Movement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages: 2 1/2 years - 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) with an adult.

No siblings, please.

Join A Time for Kids, Inc. for an interactive educational program for children and adults emphasizing basic STEAM concepts.

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: Flower Ceramic Plate Class with Rosemarie Attard

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Enjoy an evening with friends and paint a flower ceramic plate. Registration for SSD begins on May 8; all others one week later if available.

In-Person: Sunny Floral Arrangement with Christin Nash

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Board Room / Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

CLASS IS FILLED. TO BE PLACED ON THE WAITING LIST, CALL 516-921-7161 EXT. 228

No refunds within 48 hours of the class.

 

 

Family Chalk the Walk

10:00am - 11:30am
Children
Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 1/2 years to grade 5 with family.

Show off your art skills and your love of reading by participating in our Chalk the Walk event.  Meet us in the expanded parking lot for a morning of creativity and fun!

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: Garden Stakes with Kelly Schulte-Smith

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Discover the magic that happens when you fire glass at a very high temperature in a kiln! You will be guided through the basics of this beautiful and creative technique. This is a beginner level class; all supplies are included.

In Be Tween Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Crafts, Games & Recreation
Registration Required
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 currently only.

Join Miss Amy and Jody for fun activities each month.

Registration for SSD residents begins May 29, all others one week later if available.

In-Person: Modern Korean Folk Art Painting Class with Joan Kim Suzuki

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Dive into the vibrant world of Korean folk art with a modern twist. You will learn traditional techniques like folk painting, then reimagine them with contemporary flair. Perfect for all skill levels. No refunds within 48 hours of class.

In-Person: Negative Space Watercolor Painting Class with Madhumita Sen

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

 Negative painting is a technique where you paint around the subject rather than on the subject. Registration for SSD residents begins May 28; all others one week later. No refunds within 48 hours of the class.

Freedom Quilts

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the stories that quilts told in the days of the Underground Railroad to assist runaway slaves on their journey to freedom.

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. 

Planting a Rainbow

7:00pm - 7:45pm
Children
Crafts, Music & Movement
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Music & Movement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages: 18-months - 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) 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. 

In-Person: Pressed Flower Art Class

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Board Room / Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Combine water color painting, collage and dried pressed flower techniques to create an owl-themed design. Registration for SSD residents begins June 9; all others one week later if available. Fee $3. No refunds within 48 hours of the class.

Rainbows and Rays

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children
Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in coloring and creating your own rainbows. 

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. 

Beachy Resin Trinket Dish

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome your summer break by making this cool dish to hold your summer treasures!

Registration for SSD residents begins June 16, all others one week later if available.

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Unicorn Panda

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a colorful unicorn panda painting.

Welcome to TeenSpace- Time Capsules

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Board Room / Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For teens entering 6th grade this September only.

How much will you change while you are in middle school? Make a time capsule to find out! You’ll get your capsule back at the new of 8th grade.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Syosset Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for Independence Day.

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: Linked Beaded Bracelet Class with Kelly Schulte-Smith

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B/C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join this class and  create your own wire linked beaded bracelet! Pick out your favorite color beads and learn how to use jewelry making tools to complete this lovely bracelet.  No experience needed.  

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.

Lino Block Printing

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Crafts
Registration Required
Library Branch: Syosset Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This engaging workshop will introduce you to the exciting world of lino block printing.

Beach Frames

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 beautiful frames with shells, starfish and other embellishments - then add your favorite picture! 

 

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. 

Kitten Beach Frames

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 an adorable beach theme picture frame for the Babylon Animal Shelter to use to help get kittens adopted.