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“The Shelter Island Library is a cultural and knowledge center providing information, technology, programs, and facilities supporting the diverse needs of all of its patrons. The library plays an important role in the life of the community and fosters lifelong learning.”

Tent Week! Monday, July 28th - Friday, August 1st Tent week is back! We have activities for both adults and children taking place under our events tent on the lawn at the American Legion Hall.  For the full event schedule click below! 
Great Decisions, America at a Global Crossroads. Thursday, June 26th, 5:30 pm at the Shelter Island History Museum. Join Kirk Ressler for the first Great Decisions meeting of the summer! Conflict and disorder have come to define world politics. The U
Comics Plus! Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on your computer, tablet or phone. No holds, no wait lists, no limits. Your library card has the power to grant you unlimite
Great Decisions - American Policy in the Middle East Tuesday, July 15th, 5:30 pm (at the SI History Museum) The government faces fundamental challenges in restructuring American policy in the Middle East. Christopher Barr, an expert in foreign polic
Association (NYLA) Sign-up page. Now advocating for your library services can be quick, simple and timely, plus there is no cost to you.
Great Decisions: Navigating US China Relations Monday, July 28th, 5:30 pm (at the SI History Museum) People on both sides of the aisle agree that the U.S. is in strategic competition with China. Drew Thompson, an expert on China, will be leading thi
Library of Things. Outdoor Activities, Kitchen Gadgets, Hobbies, Games, Technology, and more! Click the slide to see a complete list of items available for you to check out with your Shelter Island Library Card. It's our Library of Things!
Cataloging & Packing Sylvester Manor’s Artifacts Friday, July 18th, 5:00 pm (at the Manor House East Porch) Join the duo who have spent the past year cataloging and packing generations of Sylvester Manor’s material culture for a porch talk to discus
Alpha-gal Meat Allergy Caused by a Tick! Thursday, July 17th, 12:00pm (Zoom) Do you know someone who can no longer eat meat? Allergist Erin McGintee, MD of ENT and Allergy Associates, and a member of the Medical Advisory Panel of Stony Brook Southa

UPCOMING ADULT PROGRAMS

CLICK ON EACH FLYER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM.
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Jun 30
Mah Jongg
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Jun 30
Mystery Book Club (Zoom)
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Jul 1
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
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Jul 2
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies (Zoom)
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Jul 3
Intermediate French Conversation (In Person & Zoom)
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Jul 7
Mah Jongg
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Jul 7
Knitting and Crochet with Ashley (In Person)
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Jul 8
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
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Jul 8
Shelter Island Book Club (at the SI History Museum)
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Jul 9
JAWS: Celebrating the 50th Anniverary (Zoom)
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Jul 10
Intermediate French Conversation (In Person & Zoom)
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Jul 11
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
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Jul 14
Mah Jongg
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Jul 15
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
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Jul 15
Great Decisions - American Policy in the Middle East (at the SI History Museum)
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Jul 16
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies (Zoom)
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Jul 17
Intermediate French Conversation (In Person & Zoom)
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Jul 17
Alpha-gal Meat Allergy (Zoom)
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Jul 18
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
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Jul 18
Cataloging & Packing Sylvester Manor’s Artifacts
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Jul 21
Mah Jongg
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Jul 22
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
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Jul 22
It's All About the Brain (Under the Tent/American Legion)
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Jul 23
Cookbook Club: Grab & Go! Summer Snacks (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 23
Art & History: The Parrish Art Museum (Zoom)
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Jul 24
Intermediate French Conversation (In Person & Zoom)
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Jul 25
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
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Jul 26
Shakespeare in Community (Zoom)
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Jul 26
Toni Morrison Book Club (Zoom)
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Jul 26
Author Talk with Ambrose Clancy (American Legion/Under the Tent)

UPCOMING YOUTH PROGRAMS

CLICK ON EACH FLYER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM.
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Jul 1
Toddler Time (0-4) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Tween Earring Crafting (10+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 2
Children's Mashomack Craft (6+) (at Mashomack)
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Jul 2
Dungeons & Dragons - Tween One Shots (10+)
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Jul 5
Farmstand Story Thyme! (0-4)
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Jul 5
Bubble Hour (2+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 5
Dungeons & Dragons - Teen Sessions (13+)
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Jul 7
Crafternoon (6+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 8
Toddler Time (0-4) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 9
Early Childhood Mashomack Craft (2-5)
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Jul 11
Slime Time (6+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 12
Haven's Farmer's Market at the Historical Society
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Jul 12
Dungeons & Dragons - Teen Sessions (13+)
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Jul 14
Crafternoon (6+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 15
Toddler Time (0-4) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 15
Family Trivia w/ Mary Theinert @ SALT
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Jul 16
Children's Mashomack Craft (6+) (at Mashomack)
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Jul 16
Dungeons & Dragons - Tween One Shots (10+)
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Jul 18
Dinosaur Dig! (7+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 19
Farmstand Story Thyme! (0-4)
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Jul 19
Bubble Hour (2+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 19
Dungeons & Dragons - Teen Sessions (13+)
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Jul 21
Crafternoon (6+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 22
Toddler Time (0-4) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 22
Family Trivia w/ Mary Theinert @ SALT
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Jul 22
Skating Party
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Jul 23
Early Childhood Mashomack Craft (2-5)
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Jul 25
Finger Painting! (2+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Jul 26
Farmstand Story Thyme! (0-4)
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Jul 26
Bubble Hour (2+) (American Legion/Under the Tent)
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Renovation and Expansion

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Library Newsletter

Keep up with all the news and programs happening this month at the library with our monthly newsletter. Book recommendations, board meetings, and program descriptions and times are all at your fingertips. Download below or stop in for a paper copy!

Current Issue: July 2025
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Online Resources

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