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Chess

Chess Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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 Librarian Stephen for our Chess Club and sharpen your skills in a fun, relaxed environment.

YES Logo

YES - Youth Enrichment Services (Servicios de Enriquecimiento Juvenil)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Floor Lobby at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Other, In-Person

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Main Floor Lobby
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other, In-Person
Event Details:

Estableciendo, manteniendo y mejorando la salud mental y bienestar individual y comunitaria. 

punch cards with simple goals

Punch Card Goals

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make physical punch cards specific to your goals! 

Spanish Book Club

Club Words that Inspire

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Helen Gould - SPLIT A at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Cupos Limitados. Requieren  Inscripción. Únete al Club Words that Inspire, un espacio para disfrutar de la lectura en inglés, mejorar tu comprensión y  aprender nuevo vocabulario. Salon- Room: Helen Gould.

Let's Talk

Talk time ¡Tu momento para hablar en inglés!

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lower Level Program Room at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Education, In-Person

Age Group:

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

Únete a Talk Time, nuestros clubes conversacionales en inglés, donde podrás practicar, ganar confianza y conocer nuevas personas.  Este espacio es liderado por voluntarios de la Libreria. Cupos Limitados.

Let's Talk

Talk time ¡Tu momento para hablar en inglés!

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Study Room - Teen at Hampton Bays Public Library

Program Type:

Education, In-Person

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Study Room - Teen
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Únete a Talk Time, nuestros clubes conversacionales en inglés, donde podrás practicar, ganar confianza y conocer nuevas personas.  Este espacio es liderado por voluntarios de la Libreria. Cupos Limitados.

Spanish Embroidery

Taller de bordado punto atrás

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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
Event Details:

Ven a descubrir la magia de bordar mientras disfrutas de un momento de calma.

Uke Club

Good Ground Ukulele Players

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
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:

Join the Good Ground Ukulele Group at the Hampton Bays Library for a fun, relaxed music meet-up led by Librarian Stephen. All skill levels are welcome.

Friday Matinee

Friday Matinee @ the Library

Friday, January 9, 2026 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. 

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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. 

Reddit Court

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Lower Level Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a seat as the judge in Reddit Court!

 

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.

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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades K - 2.  Join Miss Barbara for open-ended creation sessions using a variety of arts and crafts materials.  Limit 12. 

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.

Bachata 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:

Dance the winter blues away with us! Learn this beautiful dance originating in the Dominican Republic and warm up your feet. 

Yoga for Everyone

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Relax, stretch, and strengthen in this playful, fun yoga class with Andrea. All levels or experiences are welcome!

Vinyasa Flow Yoga with Peter Ames

10:00am–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:

Peter’s class offers advanced stretches and poses. *Please note: this class is 1½ hours and there is a $15 fee.   

5-Hour Pre-Licensing Class

10:00am–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Lower Level Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

*Must arrive no later than 9:45AM!

Must bring your photo New York State Learner’s permit, $60 in cash, and a packed lunch to class.

Computación para Todos.

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

¡Te invitamos a nuestros talleres!

Bridge/Canasta/Mah Jongg

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Lower Level Program Room
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person

Artist Reception

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

FEBRUARY:  Angie Rose is a 25-year-old artist born and raised on Long Island. Angie’s artwork has made its way into galleries, local businesses, and cherished spaces across the island.

Make & Take Paper Twirl Snake

All Day 2/23–3/1
In Children's Department
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: In Children's Department
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Friends of the HBPL

9:30am–11:00am
Adults
Lower Level Program Room
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, In-Person

My First Story Time

10:30am–11:15am
Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers
Helen Gould
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth – 36 months with adult.  Welcome babies and toddlers!  Join Miss Evan for this first-time story time full of reading together and all kinds of fun. Limit 25.

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.

Spanish as a second language.

11:00am–12:00pm
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, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

In our classes, you will learn vocabulary, grammar, listening comprehension, and conversation in a fun and friendly environment. Limit 15. Room: Lower Level. Registration required.

Mat Pilates with Leisa

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Mat Pilates promises to lengthen and strengthen the core muscles of the abdominals, hips, back, and glutes without stress on the joints.

Are You Smarter Than a Librarian?

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Education, Entertainment, Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

 It’s teens vs. librarians in the ultimate trivia showdown!

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.

Yoga for Everyone

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Helen Gould
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Relax, stretch, and strengthen in this playful, fun yoga class with Andrea. All levels or experiences are welcome!

ECI Seed Counting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults, New Adult
Lower Level Program Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Lower Level Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, New Adult
Program Type: Community Service, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join the volunteers of ECI for an evening of seed sorting and socializing. We are asking for the community to lend a hand in organizing seeds for the Good Ground Seed Library.

Knitting Circle

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Helen Gould - SPLIT A
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould - SPLIT A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gather in this informal group to work on your new and ongoing knitting projects! LIMITED SPACE.


 

Talk time ¡Tu momento para hablar en inglés!

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

Únete a Talk Time, nuestros clubes conversacionales en inglés, donde podrás practicar, ganar confianza y conocer nuevas personas.  Este espacio es liderado por voluntarios de la Libreria. Cupos Limitados.

Talk time ¡Tu momento para hablar en inglés!

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Helen Gould - SPLIT B
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Helen Gould - SPLIT B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Únete a Talk Time, nuestros clubes conversacionales en inglés, donde podrás practicar, ganar confianza y conocer nuevas personas.  Este espacio es liderado por voluntarios de la Libreria. Cupos Limitados.

Core Yoga with Sarah

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:

This yoga class will help you build strength and increase flexibility; meditation and breath will also be explored. Core Yoga is a dynamic series of poses where breath is linked to movement.

Book-A-Librarian

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Study Room - Adult Reference
Open
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?

Circle Time for Little Ones

11:00am–11:45am
Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers
Children's Program Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton Bays Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Infant / Toddler / Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birth – 3 years with adult.  Come sing, rhyme, read, and play with a sweet group of friends at the library. Limit 10.  **Please note.  There will be no class on F