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Hat Patches (YouTube)

All Day
Online Only at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computer & Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

With the holidays around the corner, learn how you can make a custom design on a leather patch and attach it to a baseball hat or knitted beanie for a personalized gift! Video tuto...

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Online Only
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computer & Technology
Event Details:

With the holidays around the corner, learn how you can make a custom design on a leather patch and attach it to a baseball hat or knitted beanie for a personalized gift!

Disclaimer(s)

Online Only

This program is online only. 

Black Friday Blood Drive

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room C at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Blood demand from hospitals rise to its highest levels during Thanksgiving weekend. Help us stand ready to support hospitals with ongoing blood needs. Your donation will ...

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Blood demand from hospitals rise to its highest levels during Thanksgiving weekend.

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice

desTEENation Friday Night: Movie Night: Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
desTEENation at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us to watch Beetlejuice Beetlejuice!

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: desTEENation
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us to watch Beetlejuice Beetlejuice!

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Paint Markers

Paint With Markers

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
desTEENation at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Create your own OCs, fanart, illustrations, and paint with an array of colorful acrylic markers.

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: desTEENation
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create your own OCs, fanart, illustrations, and paint with an array of colorful acrylic markers.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Pop-Up Community Service

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room C at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us for pop-up community service at the library! This month's project is holiday greeting cards. 

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Join us for pop-up community service at the library! This month's project is holiday greeting cards. 

Ozobot

Tech Tuesday

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
desTEENation at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Computer & Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Tech, coding, gaming, and building all come together at Tech Tuesday! Explore the libraries gadgets and gizmos in a relaxed environment at your own pace. Appointments can be schedu...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: desTEENation
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computer & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Tech, coding, gaming, and building all come together at Tech Tuesday! Explore the libraries gadgets and gizmos in a relaxed environment at your own pace. Appointments can be scheduled for advanced learning with our librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Holiday Lights Donation Center

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:15pm - 8:45pm
Inside/Out Driveway at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Assist collecting food, toy and pet donations at the entrance to the Holiday Lights walkthrough. Dress warmly as this event is outdoors. Coats, socks with closed shoes, hats and...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Inside/Out Driveway
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assist collecting food, toy and pet donations at the entrance to the Holiday Lights walkthrough.

Dress warmly as this event is outdoors. Coats, socks with closed shoes, hats and gloves suggested.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Garden of Lights: Once Upon a Snowfall

12/04/2024 @ 5:30pm to 12/07/2024 @ 8:30pm
Inside/Out Lawn Plaza at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Studio
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Experience our sixth annual walk-through light show for all ages. Entrance is free, but we will be accepting non-perishables, pet supplies, and toys at the gate for those in need.

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Inside/Out Lawn Plaza
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Studio
Event Details:

Experience our sixth annual walk-through light show for all ages. Entrance is free, but we will be accepting non-perishables, pet supplies, and toys at the gate for those in need.

Battle Book Titles

Advanced Division Battle of the Books - Informational Meeting

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
desTEENation at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens in grades 9-12 can sign up at this informational meeting to represent SPL in the 20th Annual Suffolk County Advanced Division Battle of the Books and learn about how the comp...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: desTEENation
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Teens in grades 9-12 can sign up at this informational meeting to represent SPL in the 20th Annual Suffolk County Advanced Division Battle of the Books and learn about how the competition works.

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Stuff a Stocking

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Muttigrees Club: Stuff a Stocking

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room C at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Shelter pets deserve holiday gifts too! We will make special holiday cards and stuff stockings with toys and treats for our furry friends.

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Shelter pets deserve holiday gifts too! We will make special holiday cards and stuff stockings with toys and treats for our furry friends.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Social Work Intern (In-Person)

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Senior Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Outreach
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Outreach, Community Group
Event Details:

No Registration Required. Drop in or email sw.intern@sachemlibrary.org. for appointments with our Social Work Intern. She is available to help with referrals, case manage...

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Senior Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Outreach, Community Group
Program Type: Other, Outreach
Event Details:

No Registration Required. Drop in or email sw.intern@sachemlibrary.org. for appointments with our Social Work Intern. She is available to help with referrals, case management, applications and more.

Studying with a dog

Study with a Dog

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
desTEENation at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Recreation, Nature & Environmental
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Study and de-stress with a certified therapy dog. No registration required.

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: desTEENation
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Recreation, Nature & Environmental
Event Details:

Study and de-stress with a certified therapy dog.

No registration required.

Outdoor winter decor

Patio Planners: Winter Decor

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teen Room 2 at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer, Nature & Environmental
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Help our librarians design and decorate the outdoor patio space for the Night Market! Create upcycled decorations to prep our patio for the winter season! 

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Teen Room 2
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer, Nature & Environmental
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help our librarians design and decorate the outdoor patio space for the Night Market! Create upcycled decorations to prep our patio for the winter season! 

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Holiday Lights Donation Center

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 5:15pm - 8:45pm
Inside/Out Driveway at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Assist collecting food, toy and pet donations at the entrance to the Holiday Lights walkthrough. Dress warmly as this event is outdoors. Coats, socks with closed shoes, hats and...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Inside/Out Driveway
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assist collecting food, toy and pet donations at the entrance to the Holiday Lights walkthrough.

Dress warmly as this event is outdoors. Coats, socks with closed shoes, hats and gloves suggested.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

patron saints of nothing by randy ribay

Teen Read Swag Bag (At Home)

All Day
other at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

This December, celebrate Tolerance and Compassion Week in Patron Saints of Nothing by Randy Ribay. Follow Jay as he attempts to uncover the truth behind his cousin Jun’s death. As ...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: other
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This December, celebrate Tolerance and Compassion Week in Patron Saints of Nothing by Randy Ribay. Follow Jay as he attempts to uncover the truth behind his cousin Jun’s death.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Social Work Intern (In-Person)

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Senior Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Outreach
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Outreach, Community Group
Event Details:

No Registration Required. Drop in or email sw.intern@sachemlibrary.org. for appointments with our Social Work Intern. She is available to help with referrals, case manage...

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Senior Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Outreach, Community Group
Program Type: Other, Outreach
Event Details:

No Registration Required. Drop in or email sw.intern@sachemlibrary.org. for appointments with our Social Work Intern. She is available to help with referrals, case management, applications and more.

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Holiday Lights Donation Center

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 5:15pm - 8:45pm
Inside/Out Driveway at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Assist collecting food, toy and pet donations at the entrance to the Holiday Lights walkthrough. Dress warmly as this event is outdoors. Coats, socks with closed shoes, hats and...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Inside/Out Driveway
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assist collecting food, toy and pet donations at the entrance to the Holiday Lights walkthrough.

Dress warmly as this event is outdoors. Coats, socks with closed shoes, hats and gloves suggested.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Tim Burton Selfie

desTEENation Friday Night: Tim Burton Selfie Portraits

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
desTEENation at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Step into the whimsical world of Tim Burton with this selfie drawing class! Discover how to capture your own likeness in the iconic, quirky style of the legendary filmmaker. Embrac...

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: desTEENation
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Step into the whimsical world of Tim Burton with this selfie drawing class! Discover how to capture your own likeness in the iconic, quirky style of the legendary filmmaker.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Book Sale Helpers

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Teen Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Assist the Friends of the library with the set-up of their book sale. Volunteers will be lifting items, pushing carts and bending to organize materials. 

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assist the Friends of the library with the set-up of their book sale. Volunteers will be lifting items, pushing carts and bending to organize materials. 

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Social Work Intern (In-Person)

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Adult Area Meeting Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Outreach
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Outreach, Community Group
Event Details:

No Registration Required. Drop in or email sw.intern@sachemlibrary.org. for appointments with our Social Work Intern. She is available to help with referrals, case manage...

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Adult Area Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Outreach, Community Group
Program Type: Other, Outreach
Event Details:

No Registration Required. Drop in or email sw.intern@sachemlibrary.org. for appointments with our Social Work Intern. She is available to help with referrals, case management, applications and more.

Chess Buddies

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Chess Buddies

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 12:45pm - 2:15pm
Teen Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Play chess with a younger buddy. Volunteers must know the rules of chess and how to play the game.

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer, Games & Recreation
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Play chess with a younger buddy. Volunteers must know the rules of chess and how to play the game.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Holiday Appetizer

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Chef Rob Scott to learn how to make a holiday appetizer of balsamic roasted peppers with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil on ciabatta bread.

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Chef Rob Scott to learn how to make a holiday appetizer of balsamic roasted peppers with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil on ciabatta bread.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy

This program may not be suitable for individuals with food allergies.

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Sachem Teen Volunteers: Book Sale Helpers

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service & Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Assist the Friends of the library with the breakdown of their book sale. Volunteers may be pushing carts and organizing materials for packing.

Required
Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service & Volunteer
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Assist the Friends of the library with the breakdown of their book sale. Volunteers may be pushing carts and organizing materials for packing.

Disclaimer(s)

Sachem Cardholders.

This program is for Sachem cardholders only.

Holiday Night Market

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Gallery at Sachem Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Computer & Technology, Games & Recreation, Music & Entertainment, Studio
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Shop for unique items sold by local vendors and bring a new/unwrapped toy for the Town of Brookhaven’s INTERFACE Toy Drive.If you are interested in becoming a vendor you can apply ...

Library Branch: Sachem Public Library
Room: Gallery
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computer & Technology, Games & Recreation, Music & Entertainment, Studio
Event Details:

Shop for unique items sold by local vendors and bring a new/unwrapped toy for the Town of Brookhaven’s INTERFACE Toy Drive.