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Peppermint Oobleck

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades K – 3.  What is oobleck? Is it a solid or a liquid? Find out for yourself as we conduct this classic science experiment with a festive twist! Dress for a mess.

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

Children's Program

Grades K – 3.  What is oobleck? Is it a solid or a liquid? Find out for yourself as we conduct this classic science experiment with a festive twist! 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 MONDAY, November 3, at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on TUESDAY, November 4, at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jane Austen Embroidered Tea Towel

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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 to the waiting list.  Thank you. 

 

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 to the waiting list.  Thank you. 

 

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 "Children" group

Winter Storytime

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades K – 2 with caregiver. Warm up with us at the Library for a magical winter storytime! We will sing songs, read a story, and create a fun craft.  

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

Children's Program

Grades K – 2 with caregiver. Warm up with us at the Library for a magical winter storytime! We will sing songs, read a story, and create a fun 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 MONDAY, November 3, at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on TUESDAY, November 4, at 10:00 am.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Holiday Paint Pour

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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 to the waiting list.  Thank you. 

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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 to the waiting list.  Thank you. 

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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 "Children" group

Jinglebell Bracelets

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:30pm
Children's Space at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – grade 5 with caregiver. No registration is required.  Make some noise on New Year’s Eve with your jinglebell bracelets! Pick up a jinglebell bracelet kit at the Children’s Desk.

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

Children's Program

Ages 36 months – grade 5 with caregiver. No registration is required.  Make some noise on New Year’s Eve with your jinglebell bracelets! Pick up a jinglebell bracelet kit at the Children’s Desk.

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Children" group

Fingerpaint Fun

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

Children's Program

Ages infant - 5 years with caregiver.  Join us as we paint away the time using our fingers, stencils, rollers and more. Veggie Baby finger paints are available for our youngest guests. 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

Ages infant - 5 years with caregiver.  Join us as we paint away the time using our fingers, stencils, rollers and more. Veggie Baby finger paints are available for our youngest guests. 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 MONDAY, November 3, at 5:30 pm.

Phone: Begins on TUESDAY, November 4, 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

Puffy Paint Snowman

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades K – 2. Let’s make our own puffy paint and then use it to create a wintry work of art. Dress for a mess.

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

Grades K – 2. Let’s make our own puffy paint and then use it to create a wintry work of art. 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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Fireside Storytime

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages 48 months – 6 years with caregiver. Escape the cold and join us by the fire for polar bear stories and a craft.

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

Children's Program

Ages 48 months – 6 years with caregiver. Escape the cold and join us by the fire for polar bear stories and a 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, 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

Brushes & Bliss

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Enjoy an evening of painting in a calm, relaxed environment that promotes emotional expression, reduces stress, and enhances mindfulness. Presented by YES Community Mental Health Promotion & Support.

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

Adult Programs

Enjoy an evening of painting in a calm, relaxed environment that promotes emotional expression, reduces stress, and enhances mindfulness. Presented by YES Community Mental Health Promotion & Support.

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

Art for Two: Drying Mittens

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades K – 5 with caregiver. Join Kathy Reccardi for a special collaborative painting program designed for one caregiver and up to two children.

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

Grades K – 5 with caregiver. Join Kathy Reccardi for a special collaborative painting program designed for one caregiver and up to two children.

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

Fairytale Fun Storytime

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 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

Grades K – 2.  Join us for a twist on some of your favorite fairytales along  with craft activities.

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

Grades K – 2.  Join us for a twist on some of your favorite fairytales along  with craft activities.

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

Finger Paint Fun

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Ages infant - 5 years with caregiver.  Join us as we paint away the time using our fingers, stencils, rollers and more. Veggie Baby finger paints are available for our youngest guests. Dress for a mess. 

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

Ages infant - 5 years with caregiver.  Join us as we paint away the time using our fingers, stencils, rollers and more. Veggie Baby finger paints are available for our youngest guests. 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 "Children" group

Hearts and Crafts

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 2 – 4.  Join us for a heart-filled crafting session where you’ll make quilling designs on a Valentine’s Day card, foil decorations, and a Swedish woven heart.

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

Children's Program

Grades 2 – 4.  Join us for a heart-filled crafting session where you’ll make quilling designs on a Valentine’s Day card, foil decorations, and a Swedish woven heart.

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

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

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.

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

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

We Go Together: Clay Creations

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Children's Program:

Children's Program

Grades 3 - 5. 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.

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

Grades 3 - 5. 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.