Annual Message and Budget Information From the Board of Trustees
Our library continues to provide a vibrant and inclusive environment for lifelong learning, discovery, cultural enrichment, and community engagement. We are committed to

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Reading Room Showcased

We were honored that our Centereach adult reading room renovation project was featured on the front cover of the American Libraries Association’s American Libraries’ 2023 Library Design Showcase magazine! | View Slideshow »

MCPL Podcast

Listen to the MCPL podcast on your favorite Podcast app or watch us on YouTube! Join the librarians of Middle Country as they chat about upcoming programs and events, hear entertaining discussions on what to read, what to watch, and what to do at MCPL! | Click here to listen & subscribe! »

Adult Reading Room Update

Thank you for your continued support and patience during our Reading Room renovation project. We invite you to stop by and visit our newly renovated space which includes an innovation space, a podcast recording studio, a quiet study room, and group study rooms. | Click to see more photos »

Sharing Our Stories

View the completed "Sharing Our Stories" documentary, in which older adults in the MCPL community share their life experiences and stories. | Click here to view the documentary »

Selden Building Wins Award

We’re happy to announce that the architectural work on the Selden building renovation received a special projects award from the Long Island chapter of the American Institute of Architects. | Click here to learn more. »

Overdue Fines: What's Changing?

The library’s goal is to ensure patrons can access its books and services. Overdue fines can prevent some patrons, especially children, from checking out materials. MCPL does not rely on fines to run the library. Going forward, the library will not be charging overdue fines on most materials. | Click here to learn more »

Muttigrees At Home

North Shore Animal League America's Muttigrees® At Home is a brand new resource designed to help you and your child become more aware, confident and effective through education on shelter animals. | View Flyer »

Family Search Affiliate Library!

FamilySearch.org offers access to many worldwide digitized records that other genealogy databases do not, so I always encourage patrons to use FamilySearch.org to compliment their family history research. While folks can currently access | Read More »

Discount Tickets to
Area Attractions Available at MCPL

Discount tickets to area attractions. Available to Middle Country residents at the Customer Service Desk in Centereach. | For details »

3D Printing

3D printing is now available through the library for MCPL cardholders! Please click the link below to learn more... | Read More »

1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Middle Country Public Library is participating in the national initiative known as 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten.

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MCPL Mobile!

Download the MCPL Mobile app for your iPhone, iPad, or Android phone or tablet to stay connected to the library wherever you are! You can search the library catalog for books and other materials, and search and register for library programs. | Click here to learn more! »