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Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lower Level Program Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Education, Entertainment

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Stephen, your friendly neighborhood librarian, for a unique spin on the classic book club—Record Listening Club!

Uke Club

Good Ground Ukulele Players

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Lower Level Program Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Experience the joy of music and community at the Good Ground Ukulele Group, led by Librarian Stephen at the Hampton Bays Public Library!

Friday Matinee

Friday Matinee @ the Library

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Helen Gould at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Entertainment, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, In-Person
Event Details:

Every Friday starting at 2:00 PM.

No registration is required.

Look for movie flyers in the Library for the latest schedule details, including movie titles and ratings. 

Jane Austen Silhouette

Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Jane Austen's Birth with Embroidery

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lower Level Program Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Step into the charm of the Regency era with this Jane Austen-inspired embroidery class. You will learn and practice embroidery stitches and create an embroidered tea towel with designs inspired by motifs from Jane Austen's era.

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Catholic Health Community Mobile Outreach Bus

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Parking Lot at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

The Catholic Health Community Outreach program provides free health screenings including blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index, and glucose screenings, along with patient education and referrals as needed.

Holiday Cheese Board

Build Your Own Holiday Cheese Board

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Helen Gould at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Cooking/Food, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking/Food, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Everybody’s favorite cheese monger Raven Janoski is back to guide you through the how-to of making a Holiday Cheese Board. Patrons must bring their own board, recommended size 12” x 12". SPACE LIMITED.

Holiday Bingo

Holiday Bingo! for Adults

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Helen Gould at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Gaming, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Theresa for eight fun games of Bingo while listening to holiday music while you play! Winners will receive Holiday-themed prizes. SPACE LIMITED. HBPL Card holders ONLY!

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French Homework Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lower Level Program Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Education

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education
Registration Required
Event Details:

November 5 & December 3, 17

Need help with French homework, vocab, or test prep? Come twice a month for group or one-on-one support, plus a tasty French snack at every meeting! 

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Art of Reading Book Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Helen Gould at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Librarian Stephen is excited to invite you to join this unique book club celebrating creativity, inspiration, and the artistic process.

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Mario Kart Tournament

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Gaming

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

It’s a race to the finish! Blueshell your way to victory and play for a prize! Registration required. 20 people max. 

 

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Make & Take Mondays in the Library: Rainbow Dreidels

All Day 12/8–12/14
Families With Children, Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers, School Age, Tweens
In Children's Department
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: In Children's Department
Age Group: Families With Children, Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers, School Age, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Pre-K - Grade 6.  Drop by each week for a different craft.  this week we are making rainbow dreidels.  Supplies limited.

Walking with Purpose

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Service, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improve your health AND your community with a refreshing walk around Hampton Bays.

Gentle Chair Stretching for Everyone

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Join Susan Semerade for guided stretches, exercises, and simple yoga poses, primarily seated in a chair. This fun-filled hour includes breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and meditation.

Book-A-Librarian

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adults
Study Room - Adult Reference
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Study Room - Adult Reference
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have questions concerning technology?

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2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Lower Level Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Stephen, your friendly neighborhood librarian, for a unique spin on the classic book club—Record Listening Club!

Book-A-Librarian

3:00pm–3:45pm
Adults
Study Room - Adult Reference
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Study Room - Adult Reference
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have questions concerning technology?

Tutor Room

3:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Helen Gould - SPLIT B
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould - SPLIT B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, In-Person

Beginner's English Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Helen Gould - SPLIT A
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould - SPLIT A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, ESL
Registration Required
Event Details:

Estás empezando con el inglĂ©s?  ¡Este club de lectura es para ti!Lecturas simples, buen ambiente y mucho aprendizaje.  limite 20.

Cold Weather Kits

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us assemble kits to provide relief for those in need during the cold weather months.

Gain 1-hr community service for attending this program.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

PLEASE NOTE:  Attendance at library programs or public spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or video recorded for use in library publicity.  If you DO NOT want us to capture a photo or video of you or your child, please tell the library staff member coordinating the event PRIOR to the program.

Social Work Intern

4:00pm–5:00pm
Study Room - Adult Reference
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Study Room - Adult Reference
Registration Required
Event Details:

We invite you to meet our Social Work Intern, Alyssa, from Stony Brook University.

Winter Snow Globes

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age, Tweens
Children's Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: School Age, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 3 - 6.  Create a winterful snow globe for decoration or as a holiday gift.  Limit 10.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanied Children

This program is designed for children to be accompanied by an adult. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Social Work Intern

5:15pm–6:00pm
Study Room - Adult Reference
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Study Room - Adult Reference
Registration Required
Event Details:

We invite you to meet our Social Work Intern, Alyssa, from Stony Brook University.

Holiday Wrapping Workshop

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens
Lower Level Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn pro-level gift wrapping tricks so your presents look as good as they are (bonus: you can even bring a gift to wrap!)

Please only pick one workshop to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

PLEASE NOTE:  Attendance at library programs or public spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or video recorded for use in library publicity.  If you DO NOT want us to capture a photo or video of you or your child, please tell the library staff member coordinating the event PRIOR to the program.

Conversation Club in English

6:00pm–6:45pm
Adults
Children's Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required

Social Work Intern

6:15pm–7:00pm
Study Room - Adult Reference
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Study Room - Adult Reference
Registration Required
Event Details:

We invite you to meet our Social Work Intern, Alyssa, from Stony Brook University.

ESL Classes

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Lower Level Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, ESL, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Nuestras clases de Inglés son los jueves 7:00-8:30 en persona. Son gratuitas y no necesita registrarse.

Our Evening English classes are on Thursdays from 7:00-8:30 in-person. They are free and you do not need to register.

Tai Chi with Nancy

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Helen Gould
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Practice a series of slow, graceful movements, in addition to breathing exercises, designed to improve your balance, flexibility, and overall well-being.

Brown Bag Buddies

12:00pm–12:45pm
Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers
Children's Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3 - 4 years with adult.  Bring your brown bag lunch to the library and listen to some stories.  Then stay and play with our preschool toys and participate in early literacy activities.  Limit 10.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanied Children

This program is designed for children to be accompanied by an adult. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

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

Good Ground Ukulele Players

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Lower Level Program Room
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

Experience the joy of music and community at the Good Ground Ukulele Group, led by Librarian Stephen at the Hampton Bays Public Library!

Friday Matinee @ the Library

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, In-Person
Event Details:

Every Friday starting at 2:00 PM.

No registration is required.

Look for movie flyers in the Library for the latest schedule details, including movie titles and ratings. 

Yum Vs. Yuck

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking/Food
Registration Required

Yum Vs. Yuck

Try snacks and drinks from across the world!  Limit of 10 teens. Those with food allergies may not want to attend this program. Please let the librarian know of any allergies. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Photo Disclaimer

PLEASE NOTE:  Attendance at library programs or public spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or video recorded for use in library publicity.  If you DO NOT want us to capture a photo or video of you or your child, please tell the library staff member coordinating the event PRIOR to the program.

Art Adventure

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age
Children's Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

PLEASE NOTE NEW TIME - 4:00PM - 5:00PM

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanied Children

This program is designed for children to be accompanied by an adult. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Jazz for Absolute Beginners

4:15pm–5:15pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Entertainment, Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a workshop aimed at uplifting your spirits and we will delve into the fundamentals of jazz dance. This session will cover the basics of jazz and its historical connections to Broadway dance and other influences.

Krampus Cookie Decorating & Cocoa

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking/Food
Registration Required
Event Details:

Move over, St. Nick! Gingerbread men are getting a horrific makeover! Also, enjoy hot cocoa. 

Registration is required. Please note those with food allergens may want to skip this program.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Photo Disclaimer

PLEASE NOTE:  Attendance at library programs or public spaces constitutes consent to be photographed or video recorded for use in library publicity.  If you DO NOT want us to capture a photo or video of you or your child, please tell the library staff member coordinating the event PRIOR to the program.