Not Just Books: This Week's Library Events

Whether you're aware or not, there is more going on at your local library than just books being checked out.

Many residents are unaware of how much actually goes on at the local libraries. Also, most of the events at the Merrick Library and North Merrick Library are free to residents.

Need to keep the kids occupied for a little while? Or maybe you're looking for something for yourself. We're giving you a rundown of some highlighted events happening this week, but all of the library events can always be found on our events calendar.

A lot of meetings are happening on Monday. The Merrick Chamber of Commerce is gathering at the Merrick Library at 8 a.m. The North Merrick Community Association is meeting at the North Merrick Library at 7 p.m. The guest will be First Precinct Commanding Officer Michael Studdert, who will address recent criminal activity in Merrick.

On Tuesday, bring the little ones to "Play Hooray" for some fun at the North Merrick Library. The class for babies starts at 10:30 a.m., and the class for kids begins at 11:15 a.m.

Also on Tuesday, kids can get festive at the North Merrick Library and attend a Winter Wonderland Chocolate House making class at 7 p.m.

On Wednesday, chef Robert Kass will be at the Merrick Library for a cooking class at 6:30 p.m. If you're looking for something to do with the little ones, there is a "Music Together" class at 4: 30 p.m. 

On Thursday, you can get creative at a writing class at the Merrick Library at 4 p.m. Builders of Legos unite at a meeting of the Lego Club at 4 p.m. where Legos will be provided.

On Friday, the Merrick Library is showing the movie Grown Ups at 4 p.m.

If you need to contact one of the libraries, or register for an event, you can reach the North Merrick Library at 516-378- 7474, and the Merrick Library at 516-377-6112.

We'd love to hear about any library events that you or your child have attended. Send us any photos or videos, and we'll feature them on the site.