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Animals Up Close

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Animals
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – grade 5 with caregiver.  We are celebrating Take Your Child to the Library Day by hosting a special program – Animals Up Close!

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 36 months – grade 5 with caregiver.  We are celebrating Take Your Child to the Library Day by hosting a special program – Animals Up Close!

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th 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

Resin Heart Pendant

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

If the program is filled, please call us at 631-581-5933 or click HERE to add your name
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

If the program is filled, please call us at 631-581-5933 or click HERE to add your name

Disclaimer(s)

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

Galentine's Day

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Events, Food, Games, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Celebrate Galentine’s Day early with a Paint and Pass Art Party! Join Ms. Stephanie for a one-of-a-kind Galentine’s themed Canvas Art Roulette!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Events, Food, Games, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Celebrate Galentine’s Day early with a Paint and Pass Art Party! Join Ms. Stephanie for a one-of-a-kind Galentine’s themed Canvas Art Roulette!

This event is in the "Children" group

Bear Hug Cupcakes

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 1 – 5.  Please register for one session. Get ready to bake up some love with Fanny Cakes. In this sweet and snuggly class, create adorable bear-themed cupcakes that are almost too cute to eat! 

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

Children's Program

Grades 1 – 5.  Please register for one session. Get ready to bake up some love with Fanny Cakes. In this sweet and snuggly class, create adorable bear-themed cupcakes that are almost too cute to eat! 

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Children" group

Bear Hug Cupcakes

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 1 – 5.  Please register for one session. Get ready to bake up some love with Fanny Cakes. In this sweet and snuggly class, create adorable bear-themed cupcakes that are almost too cute to eat! 

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

Children's Program

Grades 1 – 5.  Please register for one session. Get ready to bake up some love with Fanny Cakes. In this sweet and snuggly class, create adorable bear-themed cupcakes that are almost too cute to eat! 

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Weaving Workshop

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

If the program is filled, please call us at 631-581-5933 or click HERE to add your name
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

If the program is filled, please call us at 631-581-5933 or click HERE to add your name

Disclaimer(s)

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

Purple Chair Storytime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Space at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

No registration is required.   Ages infant – 5 years with caregiver.  Gather around the purple chair for stories, songs and smiles!

 

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Program details:

Children's Program

No registration is required.   Ages infant – 5 years with caregiver.  Gather around the purple chair for stories, songs and smiles!

 

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Lego Block Party

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades K – 2. Calling all engineers! Are you ready to get your creative juices flowing? Come and build something magnificent. 

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 – 2. Calling all engineers! Are you ready to get your creative juices flowing? Come and build something magnificent. 

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Reiki

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Are you interested in learning more about Reiki energy
healing? Sign up for this workshop led by Kimberly
Henson of The Guiding Crow and learn about the origin, 
history, and healing benefits of Reiki.

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

Are you interested in learning more about Reiki energy
healing? Sign up for this workshop led by Kimberly
Henson of The Guiding Crow and learn about the origin, 
history, and healing benefits of Reiki.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Get Fit with Vicki

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join instructor Vicki Luckman as she motivates you through
a series of weight-bearing resistance, cardio, balance,
coordination, and flexibility exercises set to music. All
levels are welcome! Please bring to the class the following

Upcoming
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 instructor Vicki Luckman as she motivates you through
a series of weight-bearing resistance, cardio, balance,
coordination, and flexibility exercises set to music. All
levels are welcome! Please bring to the class the following

Disclaimer(s)

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

Valentine's Cupcakes

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Decorate cupcakes for Valentine’s Day. The best decorator will win a prize!

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

Teen Programs

Decorate cupcakes for Valentine’s Day. The best decorator will win a prize!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Shrimp Amore

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

“Tutta rosa” means everything red, and that’s what this dish is
all about! Join Chef Robert Dell’ Amore for a demonstration and
tasting of this delicious dish, made with roasted red peppers,

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

Adult Programs

“Tutta rosa” means everything red, and that’s what this dish is
all about! Join Chef Robert Dell’ Amore for a demonstration and
tasting of this delicious dish, made with roasted red peppers,

Disclaimer(s)

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

Winter Break * Winter Fun

02/17/2026 @ 10:00am to 02/20/2026 @ 12:00pm
Children's Space at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Available each day from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. 

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program details:

Children's Program

Available each day from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. 

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Charlie the Wonderdog Movie (South Bay Cinemas, West Babylon)

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:45am - 11:45am
Off-site at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – grade 5 with adult caregiver.  Registration is required for every 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Off-site
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – grade 5 with adult caregiver.  Registration is required for every 

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th 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

Winter Olympics Escape Room

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 3 – 5.  Please register for one session. The Olympic torch has been stolen and we need your help to get it back! Work together with friends to uncover clues and solve puzzles before the timer runs out.

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 3 – 5.  Please register for one session. The Olympic torch has been stolen and we need your help to get it back! Work together with friends to uncover clues and solve puzzles before the timer runs out.

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet Libby

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Libby is the app used for downloading ebooks and
audiobooks onto your phone, iPad or Kindle device. Bring
your device to this workshop and Librarian Laurie Aitken
will teach you how to download the Libby app and search

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

Adult Programs

Libby is the app used for downloading ebooks and
audiobooks onto your phone, iPad or Kindle device. Bring
your device to this workshop and Librarian Laurie Aitken
will teach you how to download the Libby app and search

Disclaimer(s)

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

Winter Olympics Escape Room

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 3 – 5.  Please register for one session. The Olympic torch has been stolen and we need your help to get it back! Work together with friends to uncover clues and solve puzzles before the timer runs out.

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 3 – 5.  Please register for one session. The Olympic torch has been stolen and we need your help to get it back! Work together with friends to uncover clues and solve puzzles before the timer runs out.

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Defensive Driving

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Fee: $25 check or money order payable to New York
Safety Training Associates (NYSTA) due on the day of the
class.
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Fee: $25 check or money order payable to New York
Safety Training Associates (NYSTA) due on the day of the
class.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Division Street Band

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Enjoy this four-piece band as they play classic rock,
Motown, country and more. Patriotic songs will also be
sung in honor of the 250th anniversary of America!

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

Adult Programs

Enjoy this four-piece band as they play classic rock,
Motown, country and more. Patriotic songs will also be
sung in honor of the 250th anniversary of America!

Disclaimer(s)

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

National Banana Bread Day

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Come celebrate National Banana Bread Day and taste test different banana breads! 

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

Teen Programs

Come celebrate National Banana Bread Day and taste test different banana breads! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Discussion: My Friends

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More, Food
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Librarian Dan Coster to discuss My Friends by Fredrik Backman. An emotional novel about four teenagers whose powerful friendship changes the life of a complete stranger 25 years later. Desserts will be served!

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

Adult Programs

Join Librarian Dan Coster to discuss My Friends by Fredrik Backman. An emotional novel about four teenagers whose powerful friendship changes the life of a complete stranger 25 years later. Desserts will be served!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Squiggle Time

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – 6 years with caregiver. Join us for messy fun as we explore a variety of sensory activities. Dress for a mess. 

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

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – 6 years with caregiver. Join us for messy fun as we explore a variety of sensory activities. 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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th 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

Get to Know Universal Class

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Are you looking to develop a new skill or searching for a new hobby this year?

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

Adult Programs

Are you looking to develop a new skill or searching for a new hobby this year?

Disclaimer(s)

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

We Go Together: Clay Creations

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades K – 2. Join Kristen Duer of Traveling Art Programs. Pick a favorite pair that are much better together than by themselves, and create away using polymer clay.

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

Grades K – 2. Join Kristen Duer of Traveling Art Programs. Pick a favorite pair that are much better together than by themselves, and create away using polymer clay.

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, January 6th at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:00 am.