Library Mission & Philosophy

Community Overview
Patchogue-Medford Library is a School District Public Library serving the residents of the Patchogue-Medford School District. The District encompasses the Incorporated Village of Patchogue and the hamlets of North Patchogue, Medford and a portion of East Patchogue. The area is 15.5 square miles extending from the Great South Bay in Patchogue to Granny Road in Medford. Waverly Avenue and North Ocean Avenue form the western border of the district. The eastern border of the district extends from Roe Avenue and South Country Road in Patchogue to just east of White Pine Way in Medford.

Patchogue-Medford Library Mission Statement
The mission of the Patchogue-Medford Library is to provide resources and opportunities to empower, educate and entertain the community. Approved April 16, 2015; revised May 19, 2021.