Library Closed - Thursday December 11th

The Library will be closed Thursday December 11th for Staff Development Day and will reopen Friday December 12th.

December 2025 Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees monthly meeting will be held on Monday, December 8 at 6:00pm in the Library's Meeting Room.

Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Drop in for some video game fun

Drop in Retro Video Games

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children's Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
come read to Blitzen the therapy dog

Read to a Dog

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Craft Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
cards

Handcrafted Cards for Community Service

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Conference Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Program Type:

Community Service

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens are invited to create handcrafted cards for community service. These cards will be donated to children in hospitals, veterans, and seniors. It’s a meaningful way to spread joy and earn community service hours while getting creative.

Design your own button using our own button machine

Buttons Fun

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Fun and lively interactive performer Erinn Furey

The Ms. Rachel Experience

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Registration Required
play time combined with puppets, songs and stories

Parent/Child Rhyme and Play

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Registration Required
Design foil skier to race down a slope

Stem Skiing

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
mugs

Mugs, Hot Cocoa and Cookies!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Craft Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Program Type:

Cooking, STEAM

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this program, teens will learn how to use a mug heat press to design their own custom mug. While you’re crafting, enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and some fun creative activities. It’s a great way to get creative and relax with friends!

Lego family build

Family LEGO K-6

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Registration Required
high energy interactive music program

Babies Boogie

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Mattituck-Laurel Library

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Registration Required
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Holiday Concert with Emy McB

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults, Everyone
In-person, Performance
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: In-person, Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a cozy winter concert with Emy McB, a seasoned singer and guitarist who’s been performing across New York for nearly a decade.

Chair Strength and Stretch (10/6-12/22)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Fitness instructor Laurie Short will help you to improve your strength, mobility, posture, balance and flexibility during seated (and some) standing exercises.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

WAITLIST ONLY for Chair Strength and Stretch (10/6-12/22)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a waitlist only for the program described below:

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Build a support system with people who understand.

Defensive Driving (National Point & Insurance Reduction Course)

10:00am–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Education, In-person
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

This 6-hour class is sponsored by the National Point and Insurance Reduction Course. Upon completion, this course reduces 10% from your liability, collision and no-fault insurance for a total of 3 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Intermediate Crochet Group (11/4-12/9)

4:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, In-person
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: First Floor - Local History Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join instructor Alice Jones, who will teach an intermediate-level crochet class focusing on advanced stitches, reading patterns and more. This five class series will enable patrons to complete an agreed upon project.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

WAITLIST for Intermediate Crochet Group (11/4-12/9)

4:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join instructor Alice Jones, who will teach an intermediate-level crochet class focusing on advanced stitches, reading patterns and more. This five class series will enable patrons to complete an agreed upon project.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Pressed Flower Holiday Craft

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, In-person
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design your own one-of-a-kind holiday card or gift tag to share with loved ones. 

Create a Christmas tree, wreath, ornament, or your own abstract masterpiece using paper, pressed flowers and dried botanicals.

Gentle Yoga Series (11/5-12/17)

5:15pm–6:45pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Certified instructor Rosemary Martilotta leads this gentle yoga class, which combines postural alignment, conscious breathing, deep relaxation and energy awareness. All abilities welcome. Bring a yoga mat or towel. This is a 6-class series.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Chair Strength and Stretch (10/6-12/22)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Fitness instructor Laurie Short will help you to improve your strength, mobility, posture, balance and flexibility during seated (and some) standing exercises.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

WAITLIST ONLY for Chair Strength and Stretch (10/6-12/22)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a waitlist only for the program described below:

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday!

11:00am–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Drop-in, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: First Floor - Local History Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Drop-in, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we honor one of literature’s most beloved authors. Beginning at 11 a.m., stop by the library for light refreshments, a fun photo opportunity, and a chance to celebrate Jane Austen’s enduring legacy. 

Gentle Yoga Series (11/5-12/17)

5:15pm–6:45pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Certified instructor Rosemary Martilotta leads this gentle yoga class, which combines postural alignment, conscious breathing, deep relaxation and energy awareness. All abilities welcome. Bring a yoga mat or towel. This is a 6-class series.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Medicare Counseling 1:30pm-2pm

1:30pm–2:00pm
Adults
In-person
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every third Thursday of each month a HICAP counselor will be available to meet with individuals for half hour, one-on-one appointments to answer questions about Medicare health insurance programs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Medicare Counseling 2pm-2:30pm

2:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
In-person
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every third Thursday of each month a HICAP counselor will be available to meet with individuals for half hour, one-on-one appointments to answer questions about Medicare health insurance programs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Medicare Counseling 2:30pm-3pm

2:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
In-person
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Every third Thursday of each month a HICAP counselor will be available to meet with individuals for half hour, one-on-one appointments to answer questions about Medicare health insurance programs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Chair Strength and Stretch (10/6-12/22)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Fitness instructor Laurie Short will help you to improve your strength, mobility, posture, balance and flexibility during seated (and some) standing exercises.

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

WAITLIST ONLY for Chair Strength and Stretch (10/6-12/22)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is a waitlist only for the program described below:

Disclaimer(s)

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Event Details:

Build a support system with people who understand.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Event Details:

Build a support system with people who understand.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Event Details:

Build a support system with people who understand.

Friends Irish Tea Luncheon

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Cooking, Education, In-person, Lecture
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Cooking, Education, In-person, Lecture
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join us for a three-course Irish luncheon/tea. The program includes a menu of savory tarts and salad, tea breads and sweets, and a selection of Irish teas. A sparkling beverage will be served, and Ms.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Refund Policy

Program registration, special program admission, and program material fees are non-refundable, including where the program does not meet the expectations of the user. If the Library cancels the program, all fees will be refunded in full.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Health & Wellness, In-person
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-person
Event Details:

Build a support system with people who understand.

Northeast Stage - Shakespeare in Modern Context Lecture

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults, Everyone
Education, In-person, Lecture, Theatre & Acting
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mattituck-Laurel Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Education, In-person, Lecture, Theatre & Acting
Registration Required