Upcoming Events

Bring your child's string instrument to the Youth Services department to have resident librarian/violist Michela tune your instrument and answer any questions you may have about string instrument care.

Discover what artificial intelligence is and how tools like Chat GPT can enhance work, learning and creativity. This is a 4-part series.

Dance your way to fitness with instructor Barbara Prince in this high energy exercise class. 

Do you play Mah Jongg or Canasta and want to meet other community members who play? Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00am in the Library Auditorium! Practice your skills and have fun while you do it.

Come hang out while squishing, smooshing, rolling and flattening homemade play dough! When a child uses play dough, they build strength in their hands and increase fine motor skills.

The library is pleased to host a Job & Resource Fair in conjunction with the Adult Learning Center and Hempstead Works to benefit our Long Beach community and beyond.

Looking for a job and need some help with your resume? Book a 30-minute appointment with Lenora, a LBPL reference librarian with training on job search help and resume assistance.

Join us at the West End Branch of the Long Beach Library for this beginner-friendly Chair Yoga class. With gentle instruction by Librarian Nicole, together we will build strength, flexibility and mental well-being.

Do you have questions about your computer or laptop? Want to learn more about Zoom, streaming movies, or downloading ebooks to your device?

Meditation will:

Join us at the West End Branch of the Long Beach Library for this beginner-friendly Chair Yoga class. With gentle instruction by Librarian Nicole, together we will build strength, flexibility and mental well-being.

Design a shimmering galaxy scene enhanced with pearls. This relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop blends creativity with a calm, meditative process.

Get ready for bedtime with Miss Janet! Enjoy a few themed stories and take home an activity to do before bed.  

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

Bring your little one to rock out with Miss Michela and Miss Ali during this playful program featuring live music, stories and movement!

Join us for this fun family lapsit program featuring the Molly Mouse puppet, music, movement, and books.

Social workers from the Oceanside Friedberg JCC will be in the lobby to connect individuals and families to a wide range of free and confidential community based services, including:

Join us to create a mini art journal out of a deck of cards.

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 x225.

Unleash Your Inner Writer with Dana Monti!

Join Long Beach School Teacher Dana Monti for an inspiring, creative series of evening writing workshops at the library!

An Introduction to the Alexander Technique with author Richard Brennan

People often come to the Alexander Technique for one issue—pain, posture, stress—but what they walk away with is usually broader and more lasting.

SUPER MEGA TRIVIA SLAM is a high-energy, all-ages interactive trivia experience where the entire audience plays along together—perfectly tailored for a fun (but library-friendly!) atmosphere.

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

Your baby has A LOT to say! Toddlers too!

With just a few easy-to-learn American Sign Language signs, start communicating with your preverbal baby or toddler today!

Stories, games, and other activities help kids develop their fine and gross motor skills. They also learn social skills and preschool readiness skills including sharing, listening, focusing, and participating.