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Device Dilemma Day

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Are you having a technology dilemma with one of your
devices? Make an appointment and have the experts from
Senior Net take a look. Please note: One device per
appointment.

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

Adult Programs

Are you having a technology dilemma with one of your
devices? Make an appointment and have the experts from
Senior Net take a look. Please note: One device per
appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Device Dilemma Day

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Are you having a technology dilemma with one of your
devices? Make an appointment and have the experts from
Senior Net take a look. Please note: One device per
appointment.

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

Adult Programs

Are you having a technology dilemma with one of your
devices? Make an appointment and have the experts from
Senior Net take a look. Please note: One device per
appointment.

This event is in the "Children" group

Popsicle Party: Storytime and Craft

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 2 with caregiver.  Hot outside? Cool off with an ice pop-themed story and craft. The best part is you will get to enjoy a frozen treat at the end!

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

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 2 with caregiver.  Hot outside? Cool off with an ice pop-themed story and craft. The best part is you will get to enjoy a frozen treat at the end!

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

Battle of the Books Gift Bags

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Events, Food, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Help us prepare for our Battle of the Books tournament by putting together fun goodie bags that will be given out to other teams! Teens will earn an hour and a half of community service. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Events, Food, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Help us prepare for our Battle of the Books tournament by putting together fun goodie bags that will be given out to other teams! Teens will earn an hour and a half of community service. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Pickleball

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Are you curious about Pickleball and want to give it a try? Join us for a fun and interactive "Introduction to Pickleball" 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Are you curious about Pickleball and want to give it a try? Join us for a fun and interactive "Introduction to Pickleball" 

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 "Teens" group

Teenship Boxes

All Day
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Food, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

The next set of Teenship boxes will be given out on August 1st. Registration for these boxes will begin on Tuesday, July 1st.  The theme for August is “Summer Shenanigans.” 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Food, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

The next set of Teenship boxes will be given out on August 1st. Registration for these boxes will begin on Tuesday, July 1st.  The theme for August is “Summer Shenanigans.” 

This event is in the "Children" group

Fingerpaint Fun

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Please register for one session 

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

Children's Program

Please register for one session 

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

Murder at the MET: Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre with "The Killing Kompany"

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

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

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Events
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. 

 

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

Craft Your Own Flowerpot

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join librarian Allison on this Summery Saturday for a morning of crafting your own clay flowerpot!

Upcoming
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

Join librarian Allison on this Summery Saturday for a morning of crafting your own clay flowerpot!

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

Bee Kind

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 18 months - 5 years with caregiver.   Join A Time for Kids in this family-friendly preschool program. Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor development and storytelling. Create a themed craft.

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

Children's Program

Ages 18 months - 5 years with caregiver.   Join A Time for Kids in this family-friendly preschool program. Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor development and storytelling. Create a themed craft.

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

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day!

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Games
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Come taste test different cookies in honor of National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, Games
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come taste test different cookies in honor of National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft a Floral Cake

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Food
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Chefs of D’Future and design a cake with a unique floral design. 

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

Adult Programs

Join Chefs of D’Future and design a cake with a unique floral design. 

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

Flip Flop Cake Decorating

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades 1 – 5. Decorate flip flop cakes using a pastry bag with a star tip. Chefs of D’ Future will show you each step of the way.

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

Children's Program

Entering grades 1 – 5. Decorate flip flop cakes using a pastry bag with a star tip. Chefs of D’ Future will show you each step of the way.

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

Introduction to Paint Pour

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community 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 waiting list 

 

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

Adult Programs

PLEASE NOTE: If the program is full, click here to add your name to the waiting list 

 

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 "Teens" group

Travel the World in a Day

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, Games, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Spend the night “traveling” to new countries and trying what foods they are famous for. 

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

Teen Programs

Spend the night “traveling” to new countries and trying what foods they are famous for. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Carnival of Colors

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 24 months – entering grade 5 with caregiver. “Carnival of Colors” is a ventriloquist show for the whole family. It features a cast of colorful puppets, comedy illusions, music and plenty of audience participation.

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

Children's Program

Ages 24 months – entering grade 5 with caregiver. “Carnival of Colors” is a ventriloquist show for the whole family. It features a cast of colorful puppets, comedy illusions, music and plenty of audience participation.

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

Aquarium in a Jar

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Entering grades K – 3.  Create your own make-believe fishbowl filled with tropical underwater plants and a toy fish.

Upcoming
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 – 3.  Create your own make-believe fishbowl filled with tropical underwater plants and a toy fish.

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

Bowling Fun!

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Off-site at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events, Food, Games, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Join Ms. Kelly for a fun afternoon of bowling! *Please note that teens will meet at East Islip Lanes in East Islip (117 E Main St, East Islip) at 2:45pm. Teens are advised to bring cash if they wish to purchase snacks/drinks. 

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

Teen Programs

Join Ms. Kelly for a fun afternoon of bowling! *Please note that teens will meet at East Islip Lanes in East Islip (117 E Main St, East Islip) at 2:45pm. Teens are advised to bring cash if they wish to purchase snacks/drinks. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Discussion on the Terrace

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Terrace at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join librarian Nancy Viggiano to discuss The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman.  This emotionally complex and compelling story set in Australia is about a couple who experiences love and loss while living on a remote lighthouse island.

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

Adult Programs

Join librarian Nancy Viggiano to discuss The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman.  This emotionally complex and compelling story set in Australia is about a couple who experiences love and loss while living on a remote lighthouse island.

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

Muddy and Not-So-Muddy Buddies

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Union Avenue Lawn at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 24 months - 5 years with caregiver. Please register for one session. Join us outside, wearing clothes that can get messy, while we play with dirt and do other messy things.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Union Avenue Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages 24 months - 5 years with caregiver. Please register for one session. Join us outside, wearing clothes that can get messy, while we play with dirt and do other messy things.

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

Using a Password Manager

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

An instructor from Sharper Training Solutions will teach you how to manage passwords using a password manager and the best way to keep accounts secure from identity theft.   

 

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

Adult Programs

An instructor from Sharper Training Solutions will teach you how to manage passwords using a password manager and the best way to keep accounts secure from identity theft.   

 

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

Easy Street Summer Concert on the Lawn!

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Enjoy an eclectic mix of songs with a focus on the 60's - 90's, in genres including classic rock, dance, soul, country and more! 

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

Adult Programs

Enjoy an eclectic mix of songs with a focus on the 60's - 90's, in genres including classic rock, dance, soul, country and more! 

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 "Teens" group

Summer Shadow Box

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Join Ms. Laurie Janowitz as she will help you create an 8x8 shadow box that you can fill with all of your summer adventures.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Join Ms. Laurie Janowitz as she will help you create an 8x8 shadow box that you can fill with all of your summer adventures.

This event is in the "Children" group

Summer Reading Club Celebration

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Parking Lot at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Events, Games, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Families with children ages infant – entering grade 5 with caregiver. Participate in the Summer Reading Club to receive an invitation to an evening of fun-filled festivities!

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Events, Games, Summer Reading
Program details:

Children's Program

Families with children ages infant – entering grade 5 with caregiver. Participate in the Summer Reading Club to receive an invitation to an evening of fun-filled festivities!