About MCPL

About MCPL

Middle Country Public Library

Middle Country Public Library (MCPL) serves as a dynamic community hub with comprehensive programs and services that meet the needs of local residents and, through grants and fund raising, provides leadership and training for libraries across Long Island and the nation. Since its inception in the mid-1950s, the library has been redefining the public library. Working in partnership with the business, social service, health, education, civic and philanthropic communities, Middle Country has evolved into a forward thinking organization, willing to learn about and adopt concepts from other industries, and then integrate them within the public library setting.

Over the years, the Library has drawn from business world models to develop entrepreneurial solutions to funding issues, while broadening the scope, reach, and definition of what a library can be. MCPL has created an immensely successful and flexible model of library service that is consumer driven and, through its willingness to partner with other organizations, has given rise to new and innovative service models. It is this entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit that has helped MCPL grow from its humble beginnings in the 1950s to the Long Island institution it is today.

Selden Renovations Complete

We’d like to thank you for your continuous support and patience during our Selden Building project. All programs and services have now resumed in Selden. We invite you to stop by and visit our newly renovated spaces. . | Read More >>
Dollar General Grant Winner: The Zine Project

Looking for a creative way to connect with teens at your library? Look no further! We’re here to tell you all about The Zine Project. This summer, with generous support from YALSA and the Dollar General Literacy Foundation, the Middle Country Public Library in Centereach, NY, hosted a hands-on workshop for teens to collaborate and […]. | Read More >>
People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union Awards Sponsorship

People’s Alliance Federal Credit Union has awarded a generous sponsorship of $1,250 to the Middle Country Library Foundation in support of Miller Business Mornings. These free, drop-in breakfast meetings are open to the public, take place at 8:00 a.m. in the Miller Center at the Centereach building, and include a short presentation on a specifi […]. | Read More >>
Emerald Magic Lawn Care Supports MCPL Seed Library

Emerald Magic Lawn Care, owned by Craig den Hartog, planter of Old Town Blooms, has awarded a $300 sponsorship to support the new MCPL Seed Library. Patrons may check out four packets of seeds per month from our selection of 100% organic, GMO-free vegetable, herb and fl ower seeds. Please visit www.mcplibrary.org/seed-library for more information. […]. | Read More >>