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The A, B, C, D's of Medicare

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Learn about Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare Advantage
Part C, and Prescription Drug Plans Part D from Medicare
instructor Heidi Peborde. Also to be discussed will be the

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

Adult Programs

Learn about Medicare Parts A and B, Medicare Advantage
Part C, and Prescription Drug Plans Part D from Medicare
instructor Heidi Peborde. Also to be discussed will be the

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 3rd
This event is in the "Teens" group

Letters to Veterans

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Volunteer
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Write thank you letters to our Veterans! Teens will earn one hour of community service. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Write thank you letters to our Veterans! Teens will earn one hour of community service. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Chess Club

Thursday, November 6, 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

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

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, September 2nd at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, September 3rd at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Stuffed Mini Sweet Bell Peppers

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Learn how to make this tasty meal with veggies and spices all wrapped up in a mini sweet pepper. Chef Kathryn, Integrative Nutritional Health Coach, will be providing the demonstration and tasting.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Learn how to make this tasty meal with veggies and spices all wrapped up in a mini sweet pepper. Chef Kathryn, Integrative Nutritional Health Coach, will be providing the demonstration and tasting.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 3rd
This event is in the "Adults" group

Broadway on a Budget

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Broadway aficionado Brian Stoll dives
into all things theater in this engaging
talk. Hear him explore the history and
significance of the iconic Broadway
Playbill and pick up a range of savvy tips for scoring Broadway

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Broadway aficionado Brian Stoll dives
into all things theater in this engaging
talk. Hear him explore the history and
significance of the iconic Broadway
Playbill and pick up a range of savvy tips for scoring Broadway

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 3rd
This event is in the "Children" group

The Sky Tonight with "That Planetarium Guy"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 3 – 5 with caregiver.  Stargaze from the comfort of the Library as we journey through the wonders of the night sky in a portable planetarium.

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

Children's Program

Grades 3 – 5 with caregiver.  Stargaze from the comfort of the Library as we journey through the wonders of the night sky in a portable planetarium.

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, September 2nd at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, September 3rd 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

The Sky Tonight with "That Planetarium Guy"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Stargaze from the comfort of the Library as we journey through the wonders of the night sky in a portable planetarium.

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

Adult Programs

Stargaze from the comfort of the Library as we journey through the wonders of the night sky in a portable planetarium.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 3rd
This event is in the "Teens" group

The Sky Tonight with "That Planetarium Guy"

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events, General Interest, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Stargaze from the comfort of the Library as we journey through the wonders of the night sky in a portable planetarium.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Events, General Interest, Technology
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Stargaze from the comfort of the Library as we journey through the wonders of the night sky in a portable planetarium.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Meridien Duo

Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join cellist Anthony Arnone and pianist Christine Doré in this recital that includes pieces from Debussy, Beethoven, Amy Beach, contemporary composer Sonia Casarrubio and capped off with Chopin’s dazzling Polonaise.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join cellist Anthony Arnone and pianist Christine Doré in this recital that includes pieces from Debussy, Beethoven, Amy Beach, contemporary composer Sonia Casarrubio and capped off with Chopin’s dazzling Polonaise.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Better Brain Health (part 2)

Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Share experiences from your action plan, discuss
challenges and successes, and discover new
techniques to maintain mental sharpness. Engage
in interactive activities and group discussions to

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

Adult Programs

Share experiences from your action plan, discuss
challenges and successes, and discover new
techniques to maintain mental sharpness. Engage
in interactive activities and group discussions to

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 3rd
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:15pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:15pm - 1:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

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

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 1:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 3:15pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Coin and Stamp Appraisal

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Frank McAlonan for 
a coin and stamp appraisal.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Resin Snowflake Pendant

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Create your own unique resin pendant with snowflake charms, guided by artist Galina Lambert. Choose from a variety of pendant shapes—rectangle, square, oval, teardrop, triangle, or round.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Create your own unique resin pendant with snowflake charms, guided by artist Galina Lambert. Choose from a variety of pendant shapes—rectangle, square, oval, teardrop, triangle, or round.

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Apple Support Group

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Do you have any questions or issues with your iPhone, 
iPad, or MacBook? Ask about them here with your fellow 
Apple users and Librarian James Klopp. Open to any skill 
level. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Do you have any questions or issues with your iPhone, 
iPad, or MacBook? Ask about them here with your fellow 
Apple users and Librarian James Klopp. Open to any skill 
level. 

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on MONDAY, November 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on TUESDAY, November 4th