Farmingdale Public Library

Kids joined Miss Jen to learn how to plant their very own herb gardens! By the end of the program, each child took home a mason jar herb garden to watch and grow. See what other great programs the library has to offer here: tinyurl.com/439fa6y2

Our Seed of the Week is French Rosemary Available at the Reference Desk from April 29-May 5. While supplies last. About the Seed: This seed takes 7-10 days to germinate and it best sown indoors four weeks before last frost date

See what's coming out next month by some of your favorite authors!

Register Now! For Gr. K-5. Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Trade cards, battle friends, and share your favorite Pokémon stories in this fun meet-up. Whether you’re new or a master, come join the adventure! Register Here: tinyurl.com/5csy7j2y

Back in the Day! Sherman Fairchild formed the Fairchild Airplane Manufacturing Corporation in 1925. That same year, he leased the former Sperry Factory in Farmingdale. In 1928, airplane production was moved from South Farmingdale to East Farmingdale.

Today at the Library! Community Service Opportunity for Teens! For Gr. 6-12. Stop by the Children’s Library to color intricate bookmarks that will be shared with patrons at the Circulation Desk. Participants will earn one hour of community service per day.

Register Now! For Gr. K-5. Take this sweet challenge and see what you can create using only jelly beans and toothpicks in the STEAM workshop. Register Here: tinyurl.com/mr364p3h

Our Seed of the Week is Swiss Chard: Rhubarb Red Available at the Reference Desk from April 22-April 28. While supplies last. About the Seed: This seed takes 7-10 days to germinate and it best sown indoors four weeks before last frost date

In celebration of National Library Week, our staff is sharing the books that bring them joy. Have you read any of these selections? We invite you to share your own favorites in the comments—we’re always interested in new recommendations. #NassauLibrarySpirit

Do you love to knit and/or crochet? This informal group meets twice per month to work on projects, socialize, and share advice and patterns. Participants bring their own supplies and work on their own projects. There is no registration required for this event.

Register Now! Put your taste buds to the test! Sample a variety of sweet and salty snacks and explore how different flavors compare in this fun, interactive taste testing program. For adults 18 years-up. Register Here: tinyurl.com/mry3s5eh

Enjoy the outdoors this weekend with one of our lawn games! Games are located in the Children’s Library and circulate for one week. For UFSD #22 residents only. One per household. To view our collection, please use the link below. tinyurl.com/uwnr5ptw

The April episode of Beyond the Rotunda dropped! 🎙️ Historian Fabio Montella discusses Long Island baseball's history, centering on the Negro Leagues and Women's Leagues.

Our Seed of the Week is Melon: Retato Degli Tuscan Melon Available at the Reference Desk from April 15-April 21. While supplies last. About the Seed: This seed takes 7-10 days to germinate and is best sown April-June

The Board of Trustees would like to thank the Farmingdale community for its continued support.

Register Now. Learn how to make Tsoureki, a traditional Greek sweet, challah-style bread in this hands-on class. Please bring a small baking sheet or bowl to take your dough home in. Aprons optional. Register Here: tinyurl.com/4xxbwmdk

2026 Library Budget Vote & Board of Trustee Election Today at the Library! For complete information, please use the link below. farmingdalelibrary.org

Have your little readers discovered Wonderbooks yet? Every Wonderbook is a print book with a ready-to-play audiobook inside. Just press play to read along. Stop by the Children's Library and borrow one today!

It's National Pickleball month! Warmer weather means it time for Pickleball! You can borrow a Pickleball set from our Library of Things. Each set includes four paddles, eight balls, and a carrying bag. Make your reservation here: tinyurl.com/mw4se492

Our Seed of the Week is Basil: Purple Opal Available at the Reference Desk from April 8-April 14. While supplies last. About the Seed: This seeds takes 7-14 days to germinate and is best sown April-June.