Middle Country Public Library Podcast

Join Sal, Sara, and Nicole for a sizzling summer trivia episode of the podcast! Dive into a fun-filled celebration of Summer in the U.S.A. with challenging questions, lively banter, and surprising facts about the season. Play along at home, test your knowledge, and enjoy the festive vibes—perfect for kicking off your holiday weekend!

Join us for a special episode of the podcast featuring Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa from the Fourth Legislative District. In this engaging conversation, Nick shares his deep roots in Selden, where he was born, raised, and raised his own family. He reflects on his mother’s legacy as a legislator and how her community involvement inspired his own path in public service.

Nick discusses his role as a county legislator, explaining the legislative process, his work on common-sense laws and efforts to address affordable housing and public safety. Plus, get the scoop on exciting upcoming events, including the library's “MCPL Under the Stars” concert series, and the Middle Country Chamber's "Music in the Park."

Don’t miss this fun, informative and insightful episode!

For this week's special episode, we take a look at the 2025 Summer Reading Club, themed "Color Our World"! Join librarians from the adult, children's and teen departments as we cover this year's clubs and learn how reading this summer can enter you into a raffle to win amazing prizes and access to fun experiences. Sign up now and color your summer with reading! And remember: audiobooks and graphic novels count, too!

In this episode, we explore heartwarming and thought-provoking titles for all ages, from charming picture books like "Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle" and the true-story-inspired "Our Subway Baby" to captivating teen reads such as "Her Royal Highness" and "Every Day." We also highlight acclaimed novels like "The Song of Achilles," "The Guncle," and "Camp Damascus," alongside powerful stories like "The Prophets" and "The Emperor of Gladness."

Discover these diverse, inclusive stories available at our library, perfect for readers seeking love, identity, and resilience. Browse our catalog or check out our Pride Month display at the library. Don’t miss this episode filled with recommendations that celebrate the rainbow of human experiences.

Join us for an exciting episode of the Middle Country Public Library Podcast as we dive into the vibrant summer programming for 2025! We cover everything from teen and children's programs to adult activities. Registration for teen and children's programs begins June 12th at 9:30 AM, with adult programs following on June 13th at 9:30 AM. Discover highlights like the Summer Reading Club themed "Color Our World," teen cooking classes, Disney trivia, Island Idol, and an intro to AI. For kids, enjoy off-site adventures like Quack-Tastic Night, free lunch programs, and Z-Tag. Adults can look forward to the new Suffolk County Parks parking permit program, Music Under the Stars concerts, National Treasure movie night, arts and crafts, cooking classes, and unique trips like the Thimble Islands cruise. Don’t miss out on these popular programs—register early! Visit mcplibrary.org for the full quarterly guide and join us for a summer packed with learning, fun, and community.

Join us for an eclectic episode this week as we dive into two important topics: water safety and micro habits. Nicole presents her annual look at critical insights on water safety, highlighting the importance of vigilance around pools and open water, especially for kids, with stats and tips from the National Drowning Prevention Alliance. Then, Sara introduces the concept of micro habits, drawing from bestsellers Atomic Habits and Tiny Habits, (both available here at the library) and explains how small, easy actions can lead to big life changes.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Nicole shares cozy, comforting book recommendations for kids and teens, including classics like Good Night Moon and The Very Hungry Caterpillar, plus mindfulness resources like Breathe Like a Bear. She also highlights library programs and digital resources to support mental well-being. Sara dives into exciting DVD releases hitting the library in June, featuring titles like the intense war drama Warfare, the quirky comedy The Ballad of Wallace Island, Stephen King’s horror-comedy The Monkey, the blockbuster Minecraft Movie, and action-packed Working Man starring Jason Statham. Plus, we share our favorite comfort watches and go on a fun tangent about the latest news on Peppa Pig's new sibling!

Join us for another "This Week in History" for May 11th–17th! From Minnesota joining the Union in 1858 to the Dust Bowl storms of 1934, the debut of Mickey Mouse in 1928, and the final episode of Seinfeld in 1998, we cover a wide range of historical events that shaped the world. Expect fascinating stories, Civil War insights, and pop culture moments!

Join us as we dive into the heartwarming sci-fi comedy Jules! The team discusses this hidden gem, starring Ben Kingsley, Harriet Sansom Harris, and Jane Curtin. When a UFO crashes in a small Pennsylvania town, lonely retiree Milton befriends a mute alien named Jules, sparking an unexpected adventure filled with quirky neighbors, government pursuits, and themes of loneliness, friendship, and human connection. Discover why this critically acclaimed yet underseen film earned a 9/10 from our team! Spoiler alert: We unpack the movie’s tender moments, clever Easter eggs, and surprising plot twists. Watch Jules for free with your MCPL library card on Hoopla Digital or take out the DVD today!

In honor of the premiere of the PBS documentary "Free For All," which many say is "a love letter to libraries," we’re diving into a fun and educational round of library trivia! Test your knowledge with 12 historical and technical questions about libraries, from the ancient Library of Alexandria to modern cataloging systems like MARC. Play along with Sara and Nicole at home and learn fascinating facts about the world of libraries.