About Reference
Stop by, call or "chat" with our team of reference librarians if you need information or referral services, readers' advisory, computer, printer or digital technology assistance. If we don't have the item you're looking for, we'll borrow it from a neighboring library. Get access to eBooks, online learning and free entertainment, and for more extensive help, make an appointment with our digital services librarian.
Book Discussion Resources
Please call 631.757.4200 to request your book discussion group's pick through the library.
Upcoming Events
Give Thanks By Sharing with Others
The Children's Room is inviting children and their families to bring in food items that we will donate to HACO's--Harborfields Alliance for Community Outreach--Food Distribution Center.
Alzheimer’s Caregiver and Dementia Support Program Information
Alzheimer’s Caregiver and Dementia Support Program Information
Representative's from The Family & Children’s Association will be at the Library with information on their Alzheimer’s Caregiver and Dementia Support Program. Visit their table in the Meeting Room Wing.
Social Worker at the Library
We welcome Social Worker Gisella Mejia from the Family Service League who is scheduled to be at our Library every Tuesday. Ms. Mejia has a Masters Degree in Social Work from Stony Brook University and speaks both English and Spanish.
Medicare Made Easy 2025
2025 is going to be a year with many changes so it is more important than ever that you understand how these changes will affect your costs and benefits.
Mat Yoga with Alice
Join instructor Alice Weiser (E-RYT500) for this all-levels yoga class to stretch and strengthen your body and quiet your mind. Modifications will be offered for different levels.
Career Counseling
The library offers one-on-one appointments with a career counselor who can help with resume-writing, help direct you to a new career path, or assist you in your job search. This service is available by appointment for Harborfields district residents. Currently, career counseling is only available via telephone or Zoom (you need to have an email account in order to have a counseling session via Zoom). Contact Valarie Henrichson at the Reference Desk to check on upcoming dates and to schedule an appointment.
HIICAP
Health Insurance Information Counseling & Assistance Program
Call the Reference Desk to schedule a telephone session with a trained counselor. Sessions take place on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, every month.
- Learn about Medicare Parts A, B, C.
- Understand Medicare Part D, the prescription drug benefit and how to select the best plan.
- Learn the difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans.
- Understand low-income subsidy programs, including “Extra Help” and Medicare Savings Programs (MSP’s).
- Understand and apply for Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC).