DUE TO AN UNFORSEEN FACILITIES ISSUE, THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED TODAY TUESDAY, 6/23, WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE

The Shelter Island Library Society serves as a vibrant hub for knowledge, connection and discovery - providing access to books and materials, information, technology, engaging programs and inclusive spaces that meets the needs of patrons of every age and background.

This Week at the Library
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Shelter Island Library Tennis Tournament Saturday, August, 15th, Rain Date, August 16th, 8:30 am Register by August 13th at the Library, by mail, or by clicking here. Sponsor a youth team with a $300.00 donation. Donate $100.00 or more to become a
Mahjong Tournament Wednesday, July 15th, 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Hosted at the Ram's Head Inn $85.00 per person $200.00 to sponsor Join us for a fun afternoon of Mahjong! Soft drinks, snacks & fun prizes during game play. Complimentary Prosecco, RAFFLE, an
Please Join The Shelter Island Public Library for wine & cheese and an evening of lively conversation and music with... TOM JUNOD Tom Junod is the author of the critically-acclaimed memoir, "In The Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a M
Start a new chapter, 2026 summer reading program. A retro, vaporwave-style flyer advertising the "2026 Summer Reading Program" with the slogan "Start a New Chapter," featuring a tropical beach sunset and an illustration of a man reading. Click here
Unearth a story. Summer reading program, June 12th - August 7th. Read or listen to any book you'd like! For every 30 minutes or every book you read, you can fill your glass jar with a dinosaur. 30 minutes = 1 dinosaur. Once you've read 8 books ro 4 h
Introducing Library Chef! Live online cooking classes for all ages! Adults get 3 live classes per month, kids and teens 2 live classes per month. What's cooking? Engaging nutrition sessions, surprise guest chefs, and on demand replays anytime! No zoo
Seed library at the Shelter Island Public Library. Grow & Share. Read to garden? We have seeds for you! The seed library offers a variety of fruit, vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Chat with a staff member for more information. A bright, nature-t
June Book Clubs: Shelter Island Book Club, 6/23 at 4pm at the History Museum, discussing A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko. Mystery Book Club, 6/29 at 5:30 pm on Zoom, discussing Those Empty Eyes by Charlie Donlea. Classic British Mysteries Book Cl
Mah Jongg - All players welcome from beginners to pro! Mondays at 10:00 am in person. Intermediate French - Improve your French with weekly topics and more. Thursday at 11:00 am on Zoom and in person. Philosophy - Range of topics, all are welcome.
Turn imagination into reality with our Prusa Core One 3D Printer! For more information, see Jane in the Youth Services Department or email at joliva@silibrary.org This comic-style flyer features a 3D printer with a bright orange model inside against
Shelter Island Library has a library of things for you to check out with your card! Outdoor activities, kitchen gadgets, hobbies, games, technology, and much more! Stop in and have a look! white flyer features the "Library of Things" title in large
Weekly Programs for July 2026 Mah Jongg - All players welcome from beginners to pro! Mondays at 10:00 am in person. Intermediate French - Improve your French with weekly topics and more. Thursday at 11:00 am on Zoom and in person. Philosophy - Ran
June Book Clubs: Shelter Island Book Club, 7/28 at 4pm at the History Museum, discussing Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa Cather Mystery Book Club, 7/25 at 5:30 pm on Zoom, discussing Till Death Do Us Part by John Dickson Carr Classic British

UPCOMING ADULT PROGRAMS

FULL CALENDAR/REGISTRATION
CLICK ON EACH FLYER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM.
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Jun 1
Spice Club
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Jun 23
ART/RICH Poetry Roundtable
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Jun 23
Shelter Island Library Book Club (Historical Society)
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Jun 24
Cookbook Club: Herbs and Spices
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Jun 25
Intermediate French Conversation
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Jun 26
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
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Jun 27
Repair Cafe
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Jun 27
Shakespeare in Community (Zoom)
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Jun 27
Classic British Mystery Book Club (Zoom)
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Jun 29
Mah Jongg
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Jun 29
Mystery Book Club (Zoom)
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Jun 30
ART/RICH Poetry Roundtable
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Jul 1
Spice Club - Cardamom
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Jul 1
Tai Chi w/ Denise Giles
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Jul 2
Intermediate French Conversation
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Jul 3
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
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Jul 6
Mah Jongg
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Jul 7
ART/RICH Poetry Roundtable
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Jul 8
The Novel Life of Jane Austen, a Gateway Biography (Zoom)
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Jul 9
Intermediate French Conversation
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Jul 10
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
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Jul 10
FND: George Washington's Great Cake (American Legion Hall)
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Jul 11
Second Saturday Crafts
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Jul 13
Mah Jongg
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Jul 13
Native Plants (St. Mary's Church)
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Jul 14
ART/RICH Poetry Roundtable
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Jul 15
Tai Chi w/ Denise Giles
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Jul 16
Kidney Health - Presented by Louisette Soussan, MD (Zoom)
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Jul 16
Intermediate French Conversation
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Jul 17
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon

UPCOMING YOUTH PROGRAMS

FULL CALENDAR/REGISTRATION
CLICK ON EACH FLYER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM.
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Jun 23
Pokémon Club (10+)
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Jun 24
Tween Dungeons and Dragons (11-12)
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Jun 24
Tails and Tales: Reading Session w/ a Therapy Dog (6+)
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Jun 25
Children's Dungeons and Dragons w/ DM Henry (10-11)
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Jun 26
Children's Movie Day (7+)
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Jun 26
Tween Dungeons and Dragons (11-12)
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Jun 27
Fight Choreography Workshop (12+)
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Jun 27
Teen Dungeons and Dragons (Grades 8+)
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Jul 1
Mashomack Craft Day (6+) at Mashomack
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Jul 1
Tween Dungeons & Dragons: Summer One Shot (11-12)
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Jul 3
Jar Flags (6+)
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Jul 6
Crafternoons (6+)
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Jul 7
July Take and Make: Stuffed Bald Eagles (6+)
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Jul 8
Mashomack Craft Days (2+) at Mashomack
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Jul 8
Salt Family Trivia (at SALT)
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Jul 11
Saturday Story Thyme (at Sylvester Manor)
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Jul 11
Teen Dungeons & Dragons w/ DM Eli (Grades 8+)
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Jul 14
July Take and Make: Paper Plate Flag Craft (2+)
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Jul 14
The Mysterious World of Owls (Mashomack Preserve)
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Jul 15
Read and Ride the Carousel at Mitchell Park (2+)
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Jul 15
Mashomack Craft Day (6+) at Mashomack
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Jul 15
Tween Dungeons & Dragons: Summer One Shot (11-12)
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Jul 17
Do-Re-Mi Grand Old Flag Musical Adventures (American Legion)
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Jul 18
Saturday Story Thyme (at Sylvester Manor)
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Jul 18
Teen Dungeons & Dragons w/ DM Eli (Grades 8+)
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Jul 21
Brady Rymer Concert at Mitchell Park!
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Jul 22
Greenport Skating Party (10+)
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Jul 22
Mashomack Craft Days (2+) at Mashomack
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Jul 25
Storytime at Haven's Farmers Market
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Jul 25
Teen Dungeons & Dragons w/ DM Eli (Grades 8+)
An architectural rendering of the proposed new Shelter Island Public Library building. The rendering shows a brick building with a covered porch and a parking lot.

Renovation and Expansion

All the important details about our exciting renovation and expansion project for the Shelter Island Public Library are available for you to view.

Learn More
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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!

CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE JUNE 2026 NEWSLETTER
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Online Resources

Did you know you can use your library card for more than just books? Learn a new language, get live homework help, or watch a movie with the family. Check out all the online resources that you can use right now!

Click here to learn more about all of the free programs available to you