Weekly eNewsletter

January 16, 2023

The Mastic Beach Branch is now open!

Books, playspaces, and programs are now available to our community at 359 Neighborhood Road., Mastic Beach. Additional computers, technology classes, and some programs will continue to be offered at the Mastic Recreation Center, 15 Herkimer Street. Check the program calendar for event locations.



Winter Playdough Drop-In 

Tuesday, 1/17, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us for some winter-themed scented playdoh fun! Make snowmen and arctic animal habitats, or use your imagination to create just about anything! Families. All ages are welcome. No registration is needed. Drop in any time to play!

Lego Club (Winter Wonders) 

Tuesday, 1/17, 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Let’s build! This month we’re making Winter themed Lego creations to display in the Children's Department! Build snowmen, sleighs, and more to celebrate the snowy season. Grades 3-6.

My First Winnie the Pooh 

Wednesday, 1/18, 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Join Eeyore (Ms. Hillary) for story time and crafts to celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day! Children 2-5 years with an adult or caregiver. 

Winnie the Pooh Day 

Wednesday, 1/18, 4:30 - 5:00 PM 

Join Eeyore (Ms. Hillary) for story time and craft to celebrate Winnie the Pooh Day! Grades K-2.

Family Roller Skating Night @ GR8SKATES

Thursday, 1/19, 5:30 - 8:00 PM 

Join your friends and neighbors at the Gr8skates Roller Rink for a fun Family Skating Night! Register each family member for free admission and skate rental. 

Conce​ssions and arcade games are available for purchase. Please note: All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. All skaters must sign a waiver at arrival. Helmets for young children are optional and are not provided. The smallest skate size available is a youth 10 boys. No roller blades are allowed at Gr8skates. Families with at least one child entering grade 7 and younger. 

Weekly Trivia- Virtual

Monday, 1/16,  3:00 - 9:00 PM

Check out our weekly trivia! A new quiz link will be posted every Monday at 3 pm and you can participate until Friday at 6 pm. The link will be posted on Discord.

Art Club

Wednesday, 1/18, 6:00 - 7:00 PM &

Friday, 1/20, 4:00 - 5:00 PM

Draw, paint, sketch, and explore art with Mr. Casper. This is a drop-in program.

Escape From the Vault of Ice

Friday, 1/20, 5:45 - 7:30 PM

Can you Escape from the Vault of Ice before the time is up? Have fun in this wizarding world escape room!

Beginner Sketching and Drawing  

Tuesday, 1/17, 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Join art instructor Jennifer Lucas to learn the basics of sketching and drawing. Materials needed for class: HB, 2B, and 4B pencils, a kneaded eraser, a small clear ruler, and a sketchbook or sketchpad. Open to all. 

Crochet & Knit Group 

Wednesday, 1/18, 1:30 – 2:30 PM  

Crochet/Knit instructor Corinne can assist you with an existing project or help you get started on a new one.  No formal instruction will be given but general knowledge will be shared.  Bring your own 4 ply yarn and appropriate crochet hooks or knitting needles.  Open to all. All skill levels are welcome! 

HIICAP Medicare/Medicaid Assistance 

Wednesday, 1/18, 2:00 – 5:00 PM

A trained HIICAP counselor from RSVP can assist you with Medicare and health insurance questions, reviewing Medicare Part D plans and more. Appointments required. 

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