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Sign Language

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join instructor Laura Romer to learn basic and intermediate sign language, the manual alphabet, numbers, key words, conve sational phrases and much more during this five-week class.
Open
Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join instructor Laura Romer to learn basic and intermediate sign language, the manual alphabet, numbers, key words, conve sational phrases and much more during this five-week class.

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 "Teens" group.

Taste Test: Pringles

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 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

Guess the flavors of the Pringle chip! 

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

Teen Programs

Guess the flavors of the Pringle chip! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lunch and Learn: Spotting Scams and Staying Safe

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Learn about common scams; how to spot and avoid them; tactics scammers use to target individuals; what to do if
you are asked for personal information; and resources to help protect yourself and your family. Following the

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

Adult Programs

Learn about common scams; how to spot and avoid them; tactics scammers use to target individuals; what to do if
you are asked for personal information; and resources to help protect yourself and your family. Following the

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 "Teens" group.

Battle of the Books Meeting

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More, Events, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

CALLING ALL READERS - If you are interested in doing Battle of the Books, please sign up at the Reference Desk. Teens will read 6 books (books chosen at random) and then compete in a trivia battle against other libraries on Long Island. 

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books and More, Events, General Interest
Program details:

Teen Programs

CALLING ALL READERS - If you are interested in doing Battle of the Books, please sign up at the Reference Desk. Teens will read 6 books (books chosen at random) and then compete in a trivia battle against other libraries on Long Island. 

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required but please call ahead in the event of inclement weather.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Mother's Day Gifts

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Shhh, it’s a surprise! Come in and make a Mother’s Day gift for your mom, aunt, grandma, or any other special lady in your life! 

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

Teen Programs

Shhh, it’s a surprise! Come in and make a Mother’s Day gift for your mom, aunt, grandma, or any other special lady in your life! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Senior Advocate

Monday, May 12, 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 "Adults" group.

Defensive Driving

Saturday, May 17, 2025 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.
Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
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 6:30 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 "Teens" group.

Arts & Crafts: Spring Clean Out

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Food, General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Come in for a fun afternoon of crafting using leftover materials. Each teen will get to take a bag of supplies home also! 

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

Teen Programs

Come in for a fun afternoon of crafting using leftover materials. Each teen will get to take a bag of supplies home also! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Shredding Day

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Parking Lot at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

A shredding truck from A Shred Away will be in
the Islip Library parking lot for on-site shredding of
your documents. What CAN be shredded: all office
paper (staples, small and large clips do not need to

Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Program details:

Adult Programs

A shredding truck from A Shred Away will be in
the Islip Library parking lot for on-site shredding of
your documents. What CAN be shredded: all office
paper (staples, small and large clips do not need to

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required but please call ahead in the event of inclement weather.  Thank you.  

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 June 2nd. Registration for these boxes will begin on Thursday, May 1st.  The theme for June is “Let the Adventure Begin,” in honor of this year’s summer reading club theme! 

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

Teen Programs

The next set of Teenship boxes will be given out on June 2nd. Registration for these boxes will begin on Thursday, May 1st.  The theme for June is “Let the Adventure Begin,” in honor of this year’s summer reading club theme! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Country Western Line Dancing

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Let’s dance! Learn basic country western
line dancing steps, while more advanced
dancers can brush up on their dance
skills. Line dances and couple/partner
dances will be taught, but partners are

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

Adult Programs

Let’s dance! Learn basic country western
line dancing steps, while more advanced
dancers can brush up on their dance
skills. Line dances and couple/partner
dances will be taught, but partners are

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 "Adults" group.

Gentle Fitness

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures with exercises
for strength, balance, aerobics, and flexibility that can be
done seated or standing.

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

Adult Programs

Join Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures with exercises
for strength, balance, aerobics, and flexibility that can be
done seated or standing.

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 "Teens" group.

Get Ready to Babysit

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

This three-hour course given by Cornell University will teach you all you need to know about the basics of babysitting. A certificate will be provided upon the completion of the course. 

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

Teen Programs

This three-hour course given by Cornell University will teach you all you need to know about the basics of babysitting. A certificate will be provided upon the completion of the course. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pinstripes & Tales

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Bill Schulman is a lifelong Yankees fan who wrote the
columns Collecting Memories and Where Are They Now,
for Yankees Magazine. During this time he interviewed
113 former “Bombers” from the 1950s through the

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

Adult Programs

Bill Schulman is a lifelong Yankees fan who wrote the
columns Collecting Memories and Where Are They Now,
for Yankees Magazine. During this time he interviewed
113 former “Bombers” from the 1950s through the

This event is in the "Teens" group.

National Iced Tea Day!

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 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 have some iced tea and snacks while celebrating “National Iced Tea Day!” We will also play some Bingo! 

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

Teen Programs

Come have some iced tea and snacks while celebrating “National Iced Tea Day!” We will also play some Bingo! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Summer Reading Club Bags

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Food, General Interest, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Come help us put together our Summer Reading Club bags! *Teens will earn two hours of community service. 

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

Teen Programs

Come help us put together our Summer Reading Club bags! *Teens will earn two hours of community service. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Country Western Line Dancing

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Let’s dance! Learn basic country western
line dancing steps, while more advanced
dancers can brush up on their dance
skills. Line dances and couple/partner
dances will be taught, but partners are

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

Adult Programs

Let’s dance! Learn basic country western
line dancing steps, while more advanced
dancers can brush up on their dance
skills. Line dances and couple/partner
dances will be taught, but partners are

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Get to Know the Teen Department

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Books and More, General Interest, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Stop in to meet Ms. Kelly and get to know the Teen Department before Summer Reading Club begins! You'll receive a tour of the Teen Room and learn about the Summer Reading Club, along with some exciting upcoming programs!

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

Teen Programs

Stop in to meet Ms. Kelly and get to know the Teen Department before Summer Reading Club begins! You'll receive a tour of the Teen Room and learn about the Summer Reading Club, along with some exciting upcoming programs!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gentle Fitness

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures with exercises
for strength, balance, aerobics, and flexibility that can be
done seated or standing.

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

Adult Programs

Join Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures with exercises
for strength, balance, aerobics, and flexibility that can be
done seated or standing.

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 "Adults" group.

Fire Island Vines Wine Tasting

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off-site at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Food, General Interest, Trips
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join us for a delightful evening of
wine tasting at Fire Island Vines
in Bay Shore. Guests will enjoy an
introduction to the world of wine,
learn the art of proper wine tasting,
savor four unique wines from Long

Required
Payment
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Off-site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food, General Interest, Trips
Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join us for a delightful evening of
wine tasting at Fire Island Vines
in Bay Shore. Guests will enjoy an
introduction to the world of wine,
learn the art of proper wine tasting,
savor four unique wines from Long

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required but please call ahead in the event of inclement weather.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Country Western Line Dancing

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Let’s dance! Learn basic country western line dancing steps, while more advanced dancers can brush up on their dance
skills. Line dances and couple/partner dances will be taught, but partners are not required. All levels are welcome.

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

Adult Programs

Let’s dance! Learn basic country western line dancing steps, while more advanced dancers can brush up on their dance
skills. Line dances and couple/partner dances will be taught, but partners are not required. All levels are welcome.

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 "Adults" group.

Gentle Fitness

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Join Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures with exercises
for strength, balance, aerobics, and flexibility that can be
done seated or standing.

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

Adult Programs

Join Debbie Krzyminski from Fitness Figures with exercises
for strength, balance, aerobics, and flexibility that can be
done seated or standing.

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 "Adults" group.

Puzzle Swap

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Islip Public Library
Program Type:
General Interest
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Programs:

Adult Programs

Calling all puzzle enthusiasts. Stop by the Library for a community
puzzle swap. Bring a puzzle and take a puzzle! No registration required, 

 

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

Adult Programs

Calling all puzzle enthusiasts. Stop by the Library for a community
puzzle swap. Bring a puzzle and take a puzzle! No registration required, 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Chalk Competition

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Union Avenue Lawn at Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General Interest, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Programs:

Teen Programs

Kick off our Summer Reading Club with a chalk drawing competition. The best team wins a prize! The theme will be announced the day of. Grab your friends and come on down! 

Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Union Avenue Lawn
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest, Summer Reading
Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Kick off our Summer Reading Club with a chalk drawing competition. The best team wins a prize! The theme will be announced the day of. Grab your friends and come on down!