Happening at the Library, Online!
Week of October 18 - October 24, 2021
Adult Events & Services
Fall Mason Jar Luminary
Grab & Go Kit
Adults who have a Mattituck-Laurel Library card are invited to take home a DIY Fall Mason Jar Luminary Kit.
All materials and instructions are included;
however paint colors may vary.

While supplies last!
Boat America Via Zoom
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10/19, 10/21, 10/26, 10/28
6:00pm - 8:00pm
- virtual event -
Advanced registration and payment required. Fee: $50 per person. Families welcome. Ages 10 and up.
Checks payable to "USCG Aux Flotilla 014-18-08"

Register with the Circulation Desk
Friday Film: Ordinary Love
2019 - R - 92 Minutes
Friday October 22, 1:30pm
- in person event -
An extraordinary look at the lives of a middle aged couple in the midst of the wife's breast cancer diagnosis.
It Came From The Sewers
Wednesday October 27, 6:30pm
- virtual event -
Join Thomas Hynes, author of Wild City: A Brief History of New York in 40 Animals for tales of alligators in the New York City sewers and the real-life events that spawned this infamous urban legend. And what about those other big city creatures, past and present, that have made their presence known in, around sometimes beneath New York City?
Haunted Long Island
Thursday October 28, 7:00pm
- virtual event -
Do ghosts inhabit Long Island? Tonight, learn the real story behind "The Amityville Horror" and hear about the spirits in Oyster Bay's Raynham Hall. Listen to other "hauntings" across Long Island, and be regaled by the stories behind the Montauk Monster and the rumors of strange animal experiments on Plum Island. Courtesy of Southold Free Library.
The Second Punic War:
Hannibal Crosses the Alps
Tuesday, November 9, 6:30pm
- in person event -
John Ribeiro will be offering a PowerPoint presentation on the Second Punic War from the siege of Sagentum (218 B.C.) to the Battle of Cannae (216 B.C.), one of the most pivotal battles in Western history, a battle that brought the Roman State to the brink of destruction. An exhibit of replica weapons and equipment from the period and the later Roman Republic and early Empire will be on view. Social distancing and masking will be in force. All are welcome.
Build Your Own Mini
Holiday Lights Display
Thursday November 18, 6:00pm
- in person event -
Jonathon Greene, Technology Instructor, will be here to teach you how to create your own mini holiday lights display using basic programming materials. Only basic computer knowledge is needed to participate in this program. Your mini display is easily expandable should you decide to create a lager holiday lights display. This is an in-person, hands-on program.

There is a $10 materials fee for this program. Please register at the circulation desk.
Yoga
Wednesdays
10/20, 10/27 5:30 pm
- in person event -
Register at the Circulation Desk
$15 / class
Tai Chi
Thursdays
10/21, 10/28 5:15pm
- in person event -
Register at the Circulation Desk
$10 / class
Medicare Counseling - Third Tuesdays - 1:30pm-4:30pm
Call the Circulation Desk for more information, 631-298-4134.
Still Available: Autumn Harvest Paint By Number Kits
$15 / kit
Youth and Parenting Department
Programs
Monday 10/18

10:00am Radical Reptiles on the Library Facebook Page
Learn all about Radical Reptiles with Skoblicki Scientists.
PICK UP Reptile Activity Grab and Go for those who registered for the Preschool and K-1 activities.
NOTE: Kits will be placed in a brown bag in the lobby. Watch your email for information.
Chef Rob
PICK UP Dry ingredients for the Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread with Chef Rob. Watch your inbox for the link.
10:00am Parent/Child Workshop
For children ages 13 months - 3 years with caregiver. Join us downstairs in the meeting room for fun, craft and songs.
4:00pm Fun & Games
Fun and Games here in the meeting room. Program is for those in grades 2-6. Call to see if there are openings.
Tuesday 10/19

4:00pm Babies Boogie
Join Nicole Sparling and bounce along with your baby as you enjoy music and movement. This program is suggested for 3 months - pre walkers. Watch your email for confirmation. A few spots left. Call 631-298-4134 line 2.
5:00pm Toddlers Tango
Join Nicole Sparling to move and have fun with this high energy experience. This program is suggested for children 12 months - 3 years. Watch your email for confirmation. A number of spots available. Call 631-298-4134 line 2.
Thursday 10/21

4:00pm Owl Painting
Grades 4-6, Relax and paint your ceramic owl while learning fun facts.
Friday 10/22

4:00pm Video Game Fun
Grades K-1, watch your email for confirmation.
Prepare to be scared...Enjoy

On the Library Facebook you will find this spooky story or follow the link below. Turn off the lights and check out the online interactive video of Miss Kait as she reads Goosebumps: The Curse of the Creeping Coffin by R.L. Stine. You choose how the story goes, but choose wisely, because you might just give yourself Goosebumps!
Program is recommended for those in 4th grade and up.

Scavenger Hunt!

Stop into the Tween Place and find all 12 Minecraft characters hidden around the room. When you have found them, choose a prize! One entry per person.





Stop in and pick up Fall themed coloring sheets.
Grab & Go Items


PAW Patrol 3D Paper Model for Fire Safety. Stop in or call for one of these while supplies last. Packaging recommends ages 5 and up.

Firefighter LEGO like characters available for take home. Call or come in for your box and send us a picture of what you made! Recommended for elementary ages.
Sentence Strip Pocket Chart. This Grab and Go program will be added to over the next few months. We still have some of the September Apple Activity. Recommended for preschool and early elementary.
Stop in, call, or email us if you have any questions,
need our assistance or just to say hello. 631-298-4134 Line 2
Teens
Teen Programs & Services | Fall 2021
Pumpkin Cinnamon
Dog Treats
- For Teens -
October 12 - While supplies last
You've spoiled yourself with all of the delicious pumpkin-spiced treats this fall, but what about your dog? Chef Rob will provide a pumpkin cinnamon dog treat recipe and all dry ingredients so that your pup can enjoy all of the sweetness the season has to offer! Your furry friend will thank you!
Attention Teens!


Check out these community service opportunities...
To register for programs call 631-298-4134
or email sara.colichio@mattlibrary.org