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Children's Summer Reading Club

06/21/2025 @ 9:00am to 08/14/2025 @ 9:00pm
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More, Events, General Interest, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages infant – entering grade 5. Children’s Summer Reading Club: Color Our World!

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books and More, Events, General Interest, Summer Reading
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages infant – entering grade 5. Children’s Summer Reading Club: Color Our World!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Summer Reading Club 2025: Craft Your Adventure

06/21/2025 @ 9:00am to 08/22/2025 @ 5:00pm
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Adult Summer Reading Club 2025: Craft Your Adventure
Saturday, June 21 – Friday, August 22
Registration begins Saturday, June 21 at 9:00 am
Sign up in-person, by phone (631-581-5933) or online.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and More
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Adult Summer Reading Club 2025: Craft Your Adventure
Saturday, June 21 – Friday, August 22
Registration begins Saturday, June 21 at 9:00 am
Sign up in-person, by phone (631-581-5933) or online.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Summer Reading Club

06/21/2025 @ 9:00am to 08/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teen Space at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More, Events, General Interest, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Sign up for our Teen Summer Reading Program this summer! Read books and earn raffle tickets for super cool prizes!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books and More, Events, General Interest, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Sign up for our Teen Summer Reading Program this summer! Read books and earn raffle tickets for super cool prizes!

This event is in the "Children" group

Wonderful Kites Workshop

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 2. The Library is here to help you enjoy some outdoor fun! Color your own kite to bring home and fly high in the sky. Dress for a mess.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 2. The Library is here to help you enjoy some outdoor fun! Color your own kite to bring home and fly high in the sky. Dress for a mess.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Children" group

Craft Buddies

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 2. Join teen volunteers for fun crafts and a yummy treat!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 2. Join teen volunteers for fun crafts and a yummy treat!

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Crafts & Bites

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Food
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Come share some special craft time with kids and enjoy yummy snacks! You will receive one hour of Community Service. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Food
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come share some special craft time with kids and enjoy yummy snacks! You will receive one hour of Community Service. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Create Your Own Graphic Novel

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades 3 – 5. Do you love graphic novels? Come learn how to design, draw, and write your very own comics and graphic novels!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Books and More
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades 3 – 5. Do you love graphic novels? Come learn how to design, draw, and write your very own comics and graphic novels!

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Teens" group

ZTAG Laser Tag

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Did you know that ZTag is a brand new way to play laser tag? It's a unique twist on the traditional laser tag experience with super-watches that automatically tag.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Did you know that ZTag is a brand new way to play laser tag? It's a unique twist on the traditional laser tag experience with super-watches that automatically tag.

This event is in the "Children" group

ZTag: Laser Tag

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Room of Requirement at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grade 5.  Exercise waiver required.  ZTag is a unique twist on the traditional laser tag experience with super watches that automatically tag.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Room of Requirement
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grade 5.  Exercise waiver required.  ZTag is a unique twist on the traditional laser tag experience with super watches that automatically tag.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Advocate

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

An advocate from the Suffolk County Office of the Aging will be available to answer your questions regarding senior programs, services, applications, referrals and more. Anyone with questions regarding services to seniors is welcome. 

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, Health & Wellness
Program details:

Adult Programs

An advocate from the Suffolk County Office of the Aging will be available to answer your questions regarding senior programs, services, applications, referrals and more. Anyone with questions regarding services to seniors is welcome. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Summer Fun!

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Union Avenue Lawn at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Events, Food, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Enjoy an afternoon outside on the side lawn with tons of fun! Make tie-dye t-shirts, play some lawn games, have a water balloon toss and more. Snacks and ice cream will also be served! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Union Avenue Lawn
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Events, Food, Games
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Enjoy an afternoon outside on the side lawn with tons of fun! Make tie-dye t-shirts, play some lawn games, have a water balloon toss and more. Snacks and ice cream will also be served! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Chess Club

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades K - 5. Learn key strategies from a chess master from NY Chess Academy in this introduction to chess.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades K - 5. Learn key strategies from a chess master from NY Chess Academy in this introduction to chess.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Choco-venture

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Linda Johnson, Chocolate Curator from Chocology Unlimited in Stony Brook and embark on a multi-sensory journey exploring taste, memory, music, color and emotion, through chocolate!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Linda Johnson, Chocolate Curator from Chocology Unlimited in Stony Brook and embark on a multi-sensory journey exploring taste, memory, music, color and emotion, through chocolate!

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, July 1st
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, July 1st
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, July 2nd
This event is in the "Adults" group

Summer Yoga Series

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join yoga instructor Brittany Leo for a combination of chair and mat yoga. This class is designed for all levels of yoga.  Exercises can be done on the floor or in a chair.

Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join yoga instructor Brittany Leo for a combination of chair and mat yoga. This class is designed for all levels of yoga.  Exercises can be done on the floor or in a chair.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, July 1st
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, July 1st
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, July 2nd
This event is in the "Adults" group

Books & Bites

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Off-site at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Librarian Kelly Harvey at J&R’s Steakhouse for lunch and a book discussion.  We will be discussing Charlie Donlea’s Those Empty Eyes, where there is a dark, chilling twist at every corner! 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Off-site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and More
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Librarian Kelly Harvey at J&R’s Steakhouse for lunch and a book discussion.  We will be discussing Charlie Donlea’s Those Empty Eyes, where there is a dark, chilling twist at every corner! 

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, May 6
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, May 6
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, May 7
This event is in the "Children" group

Drum Circles

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades 1 – 3. Explore musical traditions, communicate through music and learn playing techniques with a hands-on experience. Play percussion instruments from around the world with Michael Rodgers.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades 1 – 3. Explore musical traditions, communicate through music and learn playing techniques with a hands-on experience. Play percussion instruments from around the world with Michael Rodgers.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tiny Songbirds

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages infant – 5 years with caregiver.  Tiny Songbirds is an educational and fun live music experience for both children and adults!

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages infant – 5 years with caregiver.  Tiny Songbirds is an educational and fun live music experience for both children and adults!

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

If you're registering a sibling outside of the age group requirement, please indicate the name and age of each sibling in the "Special Notes" field.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mini Golf

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Off-site at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events, Games, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Join Ms. Kelly for a round or two of mini golf at Sayville Falls Mini Golf Course! *Please note that teens will meet at Sayville Falls Mini Golf course in Sayville (30 Hanson Pl, Sayville) at 6:00 pm.

Closed
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Off-site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Events, Games, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Join Ms. Kelly for a round or two of mini golf at Sayville Falls Mini Golf Course! *Please note that teens will meet at Sayville Falls Mini Golf course in Sayville (30 Hanson Pl, Sayville) at 6:00 pm.

This event is in the "Children" group

Hop to It

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Animals
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 24 months – 5 years with caregiver.  Suffolk County Farm will be on-site to share information about rabbits and the special role they play.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animals
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages 24 months – 5 years with caregiver.  Suffolk County Farm will be on-site to share information about rabbits and the special role they play.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

If you're registering a sibling outside of the age group requirement, please indicate the name and age of each sibling in the "Special Notes" field.

This event is in the "Children" group

Hop to It

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Animals
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 5.  Suffolk County Farm will be on-site to share information about rabbits and the special role they play.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Animals
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 5.  Suffolk County Farm will be on-site to share information about rabbits and the special role they play.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Van Gogh: Painting with Flowers at the New York Botanical Garden/Luncheon at MichaelAngelos Restuarant

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 7:30pm
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Trips
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Itinerary:
• 11:30 am: family style luncheon at MichaelAngelo’s Restaurant on Arthur Avenue, the Bronx

Closed
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trips
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Itinerary:
• 11:30 am: family style luncheon at MichaelAngelo’s Restaurant on Arthur Avenue, the Bronx

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: no refunds unless your seat can be filled by someone else.  Please contact the library at 631-581-5933 if you need to cancel.  Thank you. 
  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, May 6
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, May 6
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, May 7
This event is in the "Children" group

Sensory Storytime

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – entering grade 3 with caregiver.  Come join A Time for Kids for this unique storytime for families who would benefit from a multi-sensory experience at the Library.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – entering grade 3 with caregiver.  Come join A Time for Kids for this unique storytime for families who would benefit from a multi-sensory experience at the Library.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.

If you're registering a sibling outside of the age group requirement, please indicate the name and age of each sibling in the "Special Notes" field.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Summer Bracelet Workshop

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

PLEASE NOTE: If the program is full, click HERE to add your name to the wait list. 

Jewelry designer and instructor Donna Irvine will teach you wire wrapping

Full
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

PLEASE NOTE: If the program is full, click HERE to add your name to the wait list. 

Jewelry designer and instructor Donna Irvine will teach you wire wrapping

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, July 1st
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, July 1st
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, July 2nd
This event is in the "Children" group

The Secret Silent Readers’ Society

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books and More
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades 3 – 5.  Bring a book and pick out a comfortable chair in our Community Room for a peaceful session of silent reading. Afterwards, we will talk about the books, create a silly story and make a cool craft too.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books and More
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Entering grades 3 – 5.  Bring a book and pick out a comfortable chair in our Community Room for a peaceful session of silent reading. Afterwards, we will talk about the books, create a silly story and make a cool craft too.

Disclaimer(s)

  • If you are registering more than one (1) person, please select ADD A SEAT and enter their name and age or grade. 
     
  • If you do not see an option for "ADD A SEAT" after registering one child, go back into the program to add additional sibling(s) to the waiting list after completing the initial registration.  

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, July 1st at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10:00 am.