SpringFest 2026 to Transform Moriches Branch into a Hub of Seasonal Celebration

MORICHES, NY — The Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Community Library will welcome the community to SpringFest 2026, a family-friendly celebration of the season featuring hands-on activities, local vendors, and community partners, on Saturday, May 9, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. at its Moriches Branch, located at 201 Montauk Highway.

Designed for all ages, SpringFest will offer a wide range of interactive experiences, including crafts, lawn games, a scavenger hunt, and creative stations such as tin can planters, pine cone bird feeders, and spring bonnet decorating, culminating in a bonnet parade at 3:00 p.m. Additional highlights include air-powered rocket demonstrations, a plant swap, green screen photo opportunities, and a community banner project.

“The goal of SpringFest is to create a welcoming, engaging space where families can come together to celebrate the season and enjoy a variety of hands-on activities,” said Kerrilynn Jorgensen, Branch Manager of the Moriches Branch. “There’s truly something for everyone, and we’re especially excited to see the creativity and enthusiasm that the community brings to the event.”

SpringFest will also feature a strong lineup of community partners and special guests, including the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department, which will offer Operation Safe Child ID cards and a K-9 demonstration, as well as participation from the Tesla Science Center and United Way of Long Island. A variety of local vendors will be on site offering food, crafts, and artisan goods.

“Events like SpringFest reflect how the library brings people together in meaningful ways, not just through programs, but through shared experiences that connect neighbors, families, and community partners,” said Lonna Castro, Library Director. “It’s a great opportunity to highlight everything the library has to offer in a fun, accessible setting.”

The event will be held outdoors and is weather permitting. In the event of rain, SpringFest will be relocated to the library’s main building at 407 William Floyd Parkway in Shirley.

“As a Board, we are proud to support events like SpringFest that strengthen the connection between the library and the community it serves,” said Joseph Maiorana, President of the Library’s Board of Trustees. “This is exactly the kind of programming that reflects the library’s role as a gathering place and a resource for residents of all ages.”

SpringFest is a drop-in event, and no registration is required.

For more information, call 631-399-1511, ext. 2028 or visit www.communitylibrary.org.

ABOUT THE MASTIC-MORICHES-SHIRLEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
Founded in 1974, the Mastic-Moriches-Shirley Community Library has served the residents of Mastic, Mastic Beach, Shirley, and Moriches for more than five decades, evolving to meet the changing needs of one of Suffolk County’s largest and most diverse communities. With locations in Shirley, Mastic Beach, and Moriches, the library offers a wide range of programs, services, and resources for all ages, including educational programming, cultural events, and access to technology and digital media. The library remains committed to fostering lifelong learning, strengthening community connections, and providing welcoming spaces where residents can gather, learn, and grow. For more information, go to www.communitylibrary.org.