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Helping Hands

Helping Hands - Travel Size Toiletries for the INN (Community Service Opportunity)

All Day
Online at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12.  Tweens and teens will have the opportunity to assist the guests of the Interfaith Nutrition Network (The INN) in Hempstead through our new travel size toiletry program.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Event Details:

Grades 5-12.  Tweens and teens will have the opportunity to assist the guests of the Interfaith Nutrition Network (The INN) in Hempstead through our new travel size toiletry program.

Recycling Rocks

Recycling Rocks (Community Service Opportunity)

All Day
Online at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12.  Turn cans and bottles into community service hours by returning deposit bottles to a local supermarket.  Simply return the cans and bottles and then email a photo of the bottle return receipt to familycenter@poblib.org.&nbs

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Event Details:

Grades 5-12.  Turn cans and bottles into community service hours by returning deposit bottles to a local supermarket.  Simply return the cans and bottles and then email a photo of the bottle return receipt to familycenter@poblib.org.&nbs

One Last Read-a-loud

One Last Read-a-Loud

Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grade 12

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grade 12

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Hibiscus Totes

Hibiscus Totes - Teen Edition

Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering grades 5-12.  Create a beautiful hibiscus themed tote bag.  Students may also choose from lots of other beach themed stencils too. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 5-12.  Create a beautiful hibiscus themed tote bag.  Students may also choose from lots of other beach themed stencils too. 

3-D Cactus Artwork on Canvas

3-D Cactus Artwork on Canvas

Monday, August 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering grades 5-12.  Learn how to make a fun canvas picture featuring a 3-D cactus.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 5-12.  Learn how to make a fun canvas picture featuring a 3-D cactus.

Hydrangea Painting

Hydrangea Painting

Monday, August 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering grades 5-12.  Learn how to paint and shade a beautiful floral arrangement.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 5-12.  Learn how to paint and shade a beautiful floral arrangement.

Escape from Dinosaur Park

Escape from Dinosaur Park

Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering Grades 5 and up. 

Use your detective skills to figure out which dinosaur has escaped and who let it out, and all while trying to escape from a T-Rex.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades 5 and up. 

Use your detective skills to figure out which dinosaur has escaped and who let it out, and all while trying to escape from a T-Rex.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Edible Terrarium

Edible Terrarium

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering grades 5-12.  Tweens and teens will create a delicious edible terrarium using pudding, Oreos, Tootsie Rolls, and other yummy treats.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 5-12.  Tweens and teens will create a delicious edible terrarium using pudding, Oreos, Tootsie Rolls, and other yummy treats.

Sticky Note Journal

Sticky Note Journal

Monday, August 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering grades 5-12.  Create a unique journal or notebook to use for school or just for fun.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 5-12.  Create a unique journal or notebook to use for school or just for fun.

Sunshine Lemon Muffins

Sunshine Lemon Muffins with a Lemon Drizzle

Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Entering grades 5-12.  Learn how to make delicious seasonal muffins using fresh ingredients.  All muffins will be baked and enjoyed at home.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 5-12.  Learn how to make delicious seasonal muffins using fresh ingredients.  All muffins will be baked and enjoyed at home.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Labor Day (holiday) - Library closed

All Day
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

Labor Day (holiday) - Library closed all day

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

Labor Day (holiday) - Library closed all day

Pokémon Family Bingo

Pokémon Family Bingo

Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Breast Cancer Awareness community service bags

Breast Cancer Community Service Bags

Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Ceramic Book Box Craft

Ceramic Book Box Craft

Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12

Back to school means more books, but these books are a little different. Paint a ceramic book box to help store all your back to school needs!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12

Back to school means more books, but these books are a little different. Paint a ceramic book box to help store all your back to school needs!

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Spooky Scary Movie Trivia

Spooky Scary Movie Trivia

Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12

Test your knowledge on your favorite horror movies, from classics such as John Carpenter's Halloween to more modern spooks like Stephen King's IT! Prizes will be given out.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12

Test your knowledge on your favorite horror movies, from classics such as John Carpenter's Halloween to more modern spooks like Stephen King's IT! Prizes will be given out.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Autumn Pumpkin Bread

Sunday, October 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12

Join Chef Rob as he makes delicious autumn pumpkin bread loaded with spices

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12

Join Chef Rob as he makes delicious autumn pumpkin bread loaded with spices

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Food Allergies

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

KPop Demon Hunters Tribute Concert

Monday, October 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Auditorium at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Ages 3 and up with accompanying adult(s). 

Ages 3 and up with accompanying adult(s).

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Event Details:

Ages 3 and up with accompanying adult(s). 

Ages 3 and up with accompanying adult(s).

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Mackenzie-Childs black and white pumpkin dupe

Mackenzie-Childs Inspired Black and White Pumpkin

Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12

Create replica pumpkins similar to the wildly popular Mackenzie-Childs Company.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12

Create replica pumpkins similar to the wildly popular Mackenzie-Childs Company.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Sketch & Stretch

Sketch & Stretch

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Grades 2-5. Children will explore various yoga activities and painting techniques. Each participant will leave this program with a completed painted canvas. Dress for a mess.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 2-5. Children will explore various yoga activities and painting techniques. Each participant will leave this program with a completed painted canvas. Dress for a mess.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Album Cover Craft

Album Cover Craft

Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 5-12

Create a personal album cover inspired by various samples.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 5-12

Create a personal album cover inspired by various samples.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center - Teen Program

ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.
*Please call to cancel if you cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Christmas Eve – Library closes at 1:00 pm

Thursday, December 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

Christmas Eve – Library closes at 1:00 pm

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

Christmas Eve – Library closes at 1:00 pm

Christmas Day (holiday) - Library closed

All Day
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

Christmas Day (holiday) - Library closed all day

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

Christmas Day (holiday) - Library closed all day

New Year’s Eve - Library closes at 5:00 pm

Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library

New Year’s Eve - Library closes at 5:00 pm

Closing
Branches:
Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Description:

New Year’s Eve - Library closes at 5:00 pm