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In 1997, MCPL formed the Middle Country Library Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) corporation whose purpose is to raise funds and provide the governance structure for the Library’s initiatives that extend beyond the local community. The Foundation assists the Library in managing its growing number of regional and national initiatives and maintaining its leadership role in […]

The Library’s facilities have seen many changes during the past 50 years. After initially operating out of two small storefronts, the Library relocated to a newly constructed main building in 1972, while still maintaining a small branch in a nearby community. During the 1980s, the library buildings could not support the level of service and […]

Mission Statement Middle Country Public Library is a dynamic center for life-long learning that provides access to a wide range of programs, services, technology, and resources to meet the needs of a diverse community. A skilled and enthusiastic staff, visionary leadership, outstanding facilities, and collaborative partnerships enable the library to deliver comprehensive services. The library […]

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Obtaining or Renewing a Library Card Library cards are valid for three years and are issued to residents of the Middle Country School District. Expired cards may be renewed for an additional three years and at that time, required ID must be shown again. A parent (or legal guardian) must show their ID to obtain […]

   The Friends of the Middle Country Public Library (a.k.a. the Friends) is a non-sectarian, non-commercial organization [501(c) (3)] that was founded in 1994. The purpose of the Friends is threefold: To foster closer relations between the library and the community. To support the library’s functions, resources, services, needs. To encourage benefactions, gifts, endowments, and bequests to the Middle […]

Barrier Free Access Disabled parking facilities are designated at both MCPL-Centereach and MCPL-Selden. You must have a disabled parking permit visibly displayed on your automobile to authorize use. Both buildings feature elevators to transport patrons to the book stack areas and meeting rooms. MCPL-Centereach is equipped with easy access walks, a sliding entrance door, barrier-free […]

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 […]

There are plenty of ways to get in touch with us here at the library! Phone You can reach us by phone during our operating hours at (631) 585-9393. E-mail You can email us by email at info@mcpl.lib.ny.us. Online Forms You can use our online forms to: Ask a Librarian Make a Suggestion Book a […]