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Scrappy Hour with Jordana Fox - Junk Journaling Club

Scrappy Hour: Junk Journaling with Jordana Fox

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:15am - 2:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library

Event Details:

Join us for Scrappy Hour with Jordana Fox, the TikTok sensation known for her creative and cozy journaling sessions! Bring your junk journal and dive into a couple of hours of cutt...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Scrappy Hour with Jordana Fox, the TikTok sensation known for her creative and cozy journaling sessions! Bring your junk journal and dive into a couple of hours of cutting, gluing, and good vibes.

Emo Day

Emo Day Long Beach featuring Cover City Soundtrack

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium at Main Library

Event Details:

It's the second annual Emo Day Long Beach!  Cover City Soundtrack will be here playing the songs of Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Dashboard Confessional, My Chemical Roman...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's the second annual Emo Day Long Beach!  Cover City Soundtrack will be here playing the songs of Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Dashboard Confessional, My Chemical Romance, and many more.

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Retro Gamers Club

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library

Event Details:

Whether you have nostalgia for classic video games or want to try out retro video games you've heard about on the internet, this all-ages gaming club is for you! This month, w...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you have nostalgia for classic video games or want to try out retro video games you've heard about on the internet, this all-ages gaming club is for you! 

Waking Ned Devine Poster

MOVIES AT WEST: Waking Ned Devine (West End)

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
West End Meeting Space at West End Branch

Event Details:

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this Dark Comedy set in Dublin.Two mates from a tiny Irish village conspire to collect the winnings from a multimillion-dollar lottery ticket that ...

Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this Dark Comedy set in Dublin.

St. Patrick's Wreath

Messy Art - St. Patrick's Day Wreath

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library

Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya for more Messy Art!We'll be using paper, paint, glue and our fingers to create a wreath for St. Patrick's Day. So remember to dress for a mess!Space and supplies ar...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya for more Messy Art!

We'll be using paper, paint, glue and our fingers to create a wreath for St. Patrick's Day. So remember to dress for a mess!

Faire Lilith band with logo

Faire Lilith - A Celebration of Women in Music

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium at Main Library

Event Details:

Celebrate Women's History Month with the Faire Lilith tribute band.  This acoustic set will feature songs from the trailblazing female artists of the 1990s such as Sarah McLac...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Women's History Month with the Faire Lilith tribute band.  This acoustic set will feature songs from the trailblazing female artists of the 1990s such as Sarah McLachlan, Jewel, Fiona Apple, Sheryl Crow and many more.

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LBNY Bestseller's Book Club: Katabasis (Hybrid)

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library

Event Details:

Join us for a little jaunt into hell as we discuss R.F Kuang's latest bestselling fantasy novel, Katabasis. Copies will be available at the circulation desk and digitally on Libby ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a little jaunt into hell as we discuss R.F Kuang's latest bestselling fantasy novel, Katabasis.

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LBNY Bestseller's Book Club: The Doorman (Hybrid)

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library

Event Details:

In support of this year's Long Island Reads honoring of author Chris Pavone, we will be reading his latest NYT bestselling novel, The Doorman. Copies will be available at the circu...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Discussions
Registration Required
Event Details:

In support of this year's Long Island Reads honoring of author Chris Pavone, we will be reading his latest NYT bestselling novel, The Doorman.

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Teen Night: Movie Night Wicked for Good

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a special movie night at the library featuring Wicked for Good.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Meditation for Relaxation (West End)

7:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
West End Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gary Jansen is a Certified Meditation and Health Instructor and will help you achieve positive lifelong change through meditation.

Retirement: Making Your Money Last

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Books & Bagels: A Literary Breakfast Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading, Food & Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your morning with great stories and even better company! Books & Bagels is a relaxed, community-centered book club that pairs lively conversation with bagels and warm beverages.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Tummy Time

10:30am–11:30am
Babies, Parents
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Babies, Parents
Program Type: Education & Lifelong Learning, Play Time, Community Help
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Jennifer for a class for Parents where we will discuss parenting tips and tricks, all while learning about how important tummy time is for your New Baby’s development.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees. 

Adult Craft: Aluminum Foil Stained Glass (Point Lookout)

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adults
Point Lookout Branch
Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Point Lookout Branch
Room: Point Lookout Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Design your own framed stained glass-inspired artwork using permanent marker and aluminum foil. These pieces are perfect for display in your home, where they will be sure to have visitors doing double-takes! All skill levels are welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Supplies fee

There is a supplies fee for this program. To receive a refund if you are unable to attend, you must cancel your registration at least 4 hours before the program starts. Refunds are not automatic and must be requested by emailing businessoffice@longbeachlibrary.org.  

Snow Yeti Fleece Tied Pillow Craft

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Elementary School
Main Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to make to make a cuddly abominable snowman pillow.

All materials supplied by the Library free of charge. Space is limited. Register below to secure your spot or call the Reference Desk at (516) 432-7201 x227.

Teen Tech Tutors

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Teen Tech Tutors is a hands-on weekly program in which local teens help others (mostly older adults) with technology questions.

Chess Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Love chess? Want to learn how to play?  Come join our Chess Club for children in the 2nd grade and above.  Play against each other and instructor Chess Master Joel Salman.

Bingo at West (West End)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
West End Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engage in family fun by playing bingo!

Prizes will be provided!

Please register for the event so that we can adequately plan.

Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

9:15am–10:15am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Event Details:

This popular Chair Yoga class focuses on a full-body practice and will help strengthen your nervous system and reduce stress and stiffness. Kathleen Regan has been teaching yoga since 1993, and she has been practicing for even longe

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees. 

LB Garden Club: Winter Sowing

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Discussions, Education & Lifelong Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love gardening and want to meet others in your community who love gardening too? Join our LB Garden Club to discuss all things gardening! Promoting the love of gardening one seed at a time.

Film Friday: Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

In the early 1980s, iconic American singer Bruce Springsteen is recording his album Nebraska. What he doesn’t know is that this album will catapult him into global fame.

Historical Fiction Book Club:Zeal

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

A Black History Month program.

Jr. Gamers

3:45pm–4:30pm
Elementary School
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month, we'll be playing Sonic Racing: Crossworlds. And of course, we will have Mario Kart available to play as well. Join us and face off with friends, both old and new.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Hatha yoga class is designed to strengthen and lengthen your muscles and free your mind. Instructor Stephanie Durso will guide you into each pose and provide alignment cues for holding the pose and breathing deeply.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees. 

Baby Music With Love

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Main Library
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join for a highly social and interactive baby music class that introduces rhythm, tone, melody, and movement. Kids and parents will sing, dance, explore instruments, and learn from one another as they fall in love with music.

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

Smash Bash at the Beach (jr bracket)

10:00am–4:00pm
Kids, Elementary School
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School
Event Details:

What?

The 2026 Smash Bash at the Beach is a Super Smash Bros Tournament.

Where?

The Long Beach Public Library

When?

2/21/26

Crochet, Knit & More Club

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all crocheters and knitters! 🧶✨

Smash Bash at the Beach (open bracket)

11:00am–4:30pm
Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

What?

The 2026 Smash Bash at the Beach is a Super Smash Bros Tournament.

Where?

The Long Beach Public Library

When?

2/21/26

Scrappy Hour: Junk Journaling with Jordana Fox

11:15am–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Scrappy Hour with Jordana Fox, the TikTok sensation known for her creative and cozy journaling sessions! Bring your junk journal and dive into a couple of hours of cutting, gluing, and good vibes.

Smash Bash at the Beach (Championship round)

2:30pm–4:00pm
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Parents
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Parents
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Smash Bash at the Beach Championship round

What?

The 2026 Smash Bash at the Beach is a Super Smash Bros Tournament.

Where?

The Long Beach Public Library

When?

Jane Austen Regency craft and games program at West (West End)

3:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
West End Branch
Library Branch: West End Branch
Room: West End Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Regency Era Crafts and Games popular during Jane Austen's life 

Emo Day Long Beach featuring Cover City Soundtrack

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Main Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's the second annual Emo Day Long Beach!  Cover City Soundtrack will be here playing the songs of Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Dashboard Confessional, My Chemical Romance, and many more.