Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Junk Journaling + Mini Vision Board

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A at South Country Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, In-person

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Learn the basics of junk journaling to add it to your daily routine. Try out junk journaling by making a mini vision board. We'll provide the supplies, just bring a journal with yo...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of junk journaling to add it to your daily routine. Try out junk journaling by making a mini vision board. We'll provide the supplies, just bring a journal with you! 

blood drive

Blood Drive

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A and B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

You can make an appointment by emailing Melissa at mgatto@nybc.org, by calling 800-933-2566, or by clicking this link. Walk-ins are also welcome!

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

You can make an appointment by emailing Melissa at mgatto@nybc.org, by calling 800-933-2566, or by

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Homegrown String Band

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Community Room A and B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Concerts

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

A library favorite, Homegrown String Band™ is a family band with a unique repertoire of original and traditional music that brings an American folk tradition into the twenty-first ...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Concerts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A library favorite, Homegrown String Band™ is a family band with a unique repertoire of original and traditional music that brings an American folk tradition into the twenty-first century.

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Community Resource Fair

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Floor at South Country Library

Program Type:

Drop-in, Health & Wellness, Help and Information, Special Event

Age Group:

Children, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

We will be hosting various organizations from across our region that will be showcasing their programs and resources. Be sure to stop by and meet with them for helpful information!

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Drop-in, Health & Wellness, Help and Information, Special Event
Event Details:

We will be hosting various organizations from across our region that will be showcasing their programs and resources. Be sure to stop by and meet with them for helpful information!

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Monthly Chess Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Games and Trivia, In-person

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Adult Chess Club is back at South Country Library! Join fellow players for a few relaxing games of chess. 

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games and Trivia, In-person
Event Details:

Adult Chess Club is back at South Country Library! Join fellow players for a few relaxing games of chess. 

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Arrizza: Voyage to Eternity

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Community Room A and B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Concerts

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Please join us in welcoming back Arrizza, an ICMA & OWMR-nominated artist and composer based here on Long Island. He will be performing selections from his latest album “Voyage...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Concerts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join us in welcoming back Arrizza, an ICMA & OWMR-nominated artist and composer based here on Long Island.

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Winter Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Fireplace Cafe at South Country Library

Program Type:

Games and Trivia, In-person

Age Group:

Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Up to 6 teams will compete to finish the same 500-piece winter themed puzzle within 3 hours. Register once for your team of 2 to 4 members, open to Adults and Young Adults entering...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Fireplace Cafe
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games and Trivia, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Up to 6 teams will compete to finish the same 500-piece winter themed puzzle within 3 hours. Register once for your team of 2 to 4 members, open to Adults and Young Adults entering sixth grade and up.

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Seal Walk and Beach Cleanup

Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Meet us at Cupsogue Beach County Park (975 Dune Road, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978) to learn about local seal species and AMSEAS seal research. The seal walk is also combined with a...

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet us at Cupsogue Beach County Park (975 Dune Road, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978) to learn about local seal species and AMSEAS seal research.

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Puzzle Swap

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Drop-in, Games and Trivia

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle! Join us to swap out your old jigsaw puzzles for new-to-you puzzles. Puzzles must be in good condition, with all pieces present. Please have the ...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Event Details:

Take a puzzle, leave a puzzle! Join us to swap out your old jigsaw puzzles for new-to-you puzzles. 

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Valentine's Day Shadow Box

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A at South Country Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, In-person

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

Join Emma as she will help you to create and customize your own shadow as a gift for your loved one. You will be placing vinyl and making a small bouquet of faux flowers. Be s...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Emma as she will help you to create and customize your own shadow as a gift for your loved one. You will be placing vinyl and making a small bouquet of faux flowers. 

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Rhonda Denet: "From Jazz to Soul" (African-American History Month)

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Community Room A and B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Concerts

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors

Event Details:

We are very pleased to welcome back Rhonda Denet for African-American History Month with her concert "From Jazz to Soul."A musical journey from the era when the “First Lady Of Song...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Concerts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are very pleased to welcome back Rhonda Denet for African-American History Month with her concert "From Jazz to Soul."

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Love Letters: A Play

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room A and B at South Country Library

Program Type:

Concerts, Special Event

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

A unique and imaginative theatre piece which, in the words of the author, “needs no theatre, no lengthy rehearsal, no special set, no memorization of lines, and no commitment from ...

Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Concerts, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

A unique and imaginative theatre piece which, in the words of the author, “needs no theatre, no lengthy rehearsal, no special set, no memorization of lines, and no commitment from its two actors beyond the night of performance.” The piece is compr

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Candy Heart Scavenger Hunt [Children]

02/17/2026 @ 9:30am–02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

For children. All through February.

Find all the candy hearts hidden around the Children's Department and get a heart stamp on your hand!

One scavenger sheet per child per day.

Winter Reading Challenge [Children]

02/17/2026 @ 9:30am–02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Children
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

For children. Join the Winter Reading Challenge: Reading is Twice as Nice! Jan 2- Feb 28

Senior Advocate

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Help and Information
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Study Room 2
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Help and Information
Event Details:

Meet with a liaison from the Suffolk County Office for the Aging to receive information regarding programs available to seniors living in Suffolk County.

Toddler Time series [18 - 35 months AND an adult]

10:15am–11:15am
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 18-35 months AND an adult. Listen to a story, sing, dance, and play!  

Monthly Chess Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Games and Trivia, In-person
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games and Trivia, In-person
Event Details:

Adult Chess Club is back at South Country Library! Join fellow players for a few relaxing games of chess. 

Yoga

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Exercise, In-person
Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Sabrina Perrino instructs yoga with a mindful approach. Pose modifications available. Balance breath and movement to find synchronicity. 

6 classes: $24

Disclaimer(s)

EXERCISE PROGRAM DISCLAIMER

By registering for this program, I hereby release the South Country Library, its trustees, employees, and agents, from any and all liability from any accident or claim of injury and/or property damage incurred by me as a result of my participation in the exercise programs held by the Library. I agree to assume any and all risks associated with my participation in the programs and I represent that my physician has certified that I am physically capable of participating in the programs for which I enroll. I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing release, am executing it knowingly, voluntarily, willfully and free from any coercion, and am fully aware of its contents and legal effects.

Mah-Jongg Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Event Details:

Enjoy this ancient game with fellow enthusiasts.

*No registration. Please sign attendance sheet.*

Canta y Baila Conmigo® / Sing & Dance with Me [newborn - 5 years AND an adult]

10:30am–11:15am
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Para recién nacidas - 5 años y una adulto.

Canasta Club

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Event Details:

Play a game or two of this multi-deck card game.

*No registration. Please sign attendance sheet.*

Meatball Time at Café Castello [K - 5th AND an adult]

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades K - 5th AND an adult. Join us at Café Castello in Bellport Village (141 S Country Rd) and learn how to make your own delicious meatballs! We will also read some stories.

Reiki & Restorative Yoga

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Exercise, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Activate your parasympathetic nervous system through a calming series of Restorative Yoga poses. While doing so, experience the deep rooted energy connection of Reiki and the soothing melody of singing bowls. 

Disclaimer(s)

EXERCISE PROGRAM DISCLAIMER

By registering for this program, I hereby release the South Country Library, its trustees, employees, and agents, from any and all liability from any accident or claim of injury and/or property damage incurred by me as a result of my participation in the exercise programs held by the Library. I agree to assume any and all risks associated with my participation in the programs and I represent that my physician has certified that I am physically capable of participating in the programs for which I enroll. I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing release, am executing it knowingly, voluntarily, willfully and free from any coercion, and am fully aware of its contents and legal effects.

Mother Goose series [Newborn - 35 months AND an adult]

10:00am–10:30am
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

For newborn - 35 months AND an adult. Sing, say and play along with Mother Goose rhymes and meet other parents/caregivers in the area. 

Roofman

2:00pm–4:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Movie
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:
(R), 126 minutes Based on an unbelievable true story, the film follows an Army veteran and struggling father who turns to robbing fast food restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs.

Storycraft for Littles series [3-5 years AND an adult]

4:30pm–5:00pm
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 3-5 years AND an adult. Join us for some books and a craft.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the library.

 

Social Work Intern

9:30am–1:30pm
Children, Teens, Adults
Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Main Floor
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Event Details:

Our social work student intern from Stony Brook University provides patrons with information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.

Qigong

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Exercise, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A and B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

This ancient, evidence-based Chinese healing art and parent of Tai Chi contains gentle, low impact exercises which provide many benefits including lowered blood pressure, increased bone density, balance and coordination.

Disclaimer(s)

EXERCISE PROGRAM DISCLAIMER

By registering for this program, I hereby release the South Country Library, its trustees, employees, and agents, from any and all liability from any accident or claim of injury and/or property damage incurred by me as a result of my participation in the exercise programs held by the Library. I agree to assume any and all risks associated with my participation in the programs and I represent that my physician has certified that I am physically capable of participating in the programs for which I enroll. I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing release, am executing it knowingly, voluntarily, willfully and free from any coercion, and am fully aware of its contents and legal effects.

SMART Recovery

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Drop-in, Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Study Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Drop-in, Health & Wellness, Help and Information
Event Details:

A self-empowering, abstinence based support group for anyone recovering from addiction and addictive behaviors (alcoholism, drug abuse/addiction, gambling addiction, etc).

Bridge Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Drop-in, Games and Trivia
Event Details:

Gather with fellow players for an afternoon of Bridge. 

*No registration required. Please sign attendance sheet.*

Enrichment Movie Night!

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Enrichment, Movie
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Enrichment, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an evening showing of Elio (2025). Take the time to socialize and make new friends! 

This program is reserved for adults with special needs and their caretakers. 

LEGO ® Club [K-5th]

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

For grades K-5th. Warm up those building fingers and come down for LEGO®Club, where you'll build alongside other kids who love LEGOs® as much as you do!

Craft KIT Giveaway [All ages]

All Day
Children
Kits
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Kits
Event Details:

All ages, no registration, while supplies last. Pick up a simple craft kit in the Children's Dept. Because of demand, there is a limit of 3 kits per family. Please only take what you need.

Books & Bagels (Book Discussion)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Book Discussion
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Books & Bagels book discussion! This month we'll be chatting about All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. Bagels, coffee, and tea will be served. 

Toddlers Tango [2-4 years AND an adult]

11:00am–11:45am
Children
In-person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Country Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

For 2-4 years AND an adult. Have fun moving and grooving with your toddler/preschooler!