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Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Off-site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trips
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Please note that all trips are rain or shine

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  • 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

Book Discussion: My Friends

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Closed
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:

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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!

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  • 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

Basket Bonanza

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Events, Food, General Interest
Registration Required
Payment Required
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Adult Programs

Join us for our first ever Basket Bonanza! Patrons can put in tickets for raffle baskets that they wish to win! Winners will be chosen that night! Price includes: 2 raffle sheets, food, snacks, soft drinks and dessert.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Oreo Taste Testing

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Events, Food
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join us for a deliciously fun Oreo tasting event featuring a lineup of classic, rare, and downright surprising flavors. Come enjoy a relaxed and social atmosphere with fellow snack enthusiasts! 

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

Chicken and Zucchini with Lemon Potatoes

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Chef Brian Adwar for a demonstration and tasting
of Greek-style braised chicken and zucchini with lemon
potatoes.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Senior Advocate

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
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

St. Patrick's Day Mosaic

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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

Using beautiful shades of green mosaic tiles, you will learn how to shape, place, and design a mosaic four-leaf clover that brings warmth and positivity into any space. This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced makers.

Disclaimer(s)

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

The Varick Trio

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

We are honored to welcome back the very talented Varick Trio to perform a selection of 19th and 20th century violin, 
clarinet and piano music. Violinist Rachel Lim, pianist Kevin Kyaw, and clarinetist Guilherme Batalha are all highly

Disclaimer(s)

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

Monday Night Yoga Series

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join yoga instructor Brittany Leo for a combination of chair and
mat yoga. This class is designed for all levels of yoga. Exercises
can be done on the floor or in a chair.

Disclaimer(s)

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

International Cheese Tasting

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Joann Lapinksi and taste at least five
cheeses from around the world, paired with
a variety of sweet and savory treats. We
will discuss the origin of each cheese, what

Disclaimer(s)

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

Join Michelle Anglisano and Kristen
McDermott of the Zen Den for a meditation
workshop inspired by the self-help book
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.
Through mindfulness, self-awareness,

Disclaimer(s)

  • IN PERSON REGISTRATION: begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, March 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, March 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, March 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Uwe Ross, Certified Senior Advisor, for an
informative discussion about how dementia changes legal
decision-making and early planning steps. He will cover subjects
such as powers of attorney, healthcare proxies and strategies to

Disclaimer(s)

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

Defensive Driving

9:30am–4:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
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, March 3rd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, March 3rd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, March 4th
This event is in the "Adults" group

Shed the Meds

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Program details:

Adult Programs

The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office will be at the Islip Library to
provide a safe and environmentally responsible way to dispose
of unwanted or expired medications. Please note: Disposal of

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Preserve Your Memories

11:30am–1:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, History
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Victor Susman to learn how to safeguard your photographs,
slides, and documents from damage, loss, and fading. You
may bring up to three items (as large as 11" x 17") that will be

Disclaimer(s)

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

Book Discussion: The Names

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books and More
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Librarian Allison Franzese for a discussion
on The Names by Florence Knapp, which dives
into the ripple effects of three different name
choices for Cora’s newborn son. Stuck between

Disclaimer(s)

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

Monday Night Yoga

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join yoga instructor Brittany Leo for a combination of chair and
mat yoga. This class is designed for all levels of yoga. Exercises
can be done on the floor or in a chair.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Your Homes Electrical System

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join NYS licensed home inspector Brian Schnee, of
KL Home Inspection Services, as he discusses how the
electrical system in your house provides appropriate power
to satisfy your electrical needs safely. Topics of discussion:

Disclaimer(s)

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

Let's Make Ravioli

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Learn the steps to making your own delicious cheese
ravioli with Judy Boshnack.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Monday Night Yoga

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join yoga instructor Brittany Leo for a combination of chair and
mat yoga. This class is designed for all levels of yoga. Exercises
can be done on the floor or in a chair.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Electrical Workshop

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

This workshop is an extension of Your Home’s Electrical System class. 
In this class you will learn how to wire a basic outlet; how to connect
wires to a light switch; how to connect wires to a light; how to safely

Disclaimer(s)

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

DOUBLE ROOM -- Overnight Bus Trip to Cape May, New Jersey

04/10/2026 @ 7:30am–04/11/2026 @ 10:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trips
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Overnight Bus Trip to Cape May,New Jersey
Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11
Fee (per person): 
$490 single room, $390 double room, $355 triple room
Bus departs Islip Library: 7:30 am

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

SINGLE ROOM -- Overnight Bus Trip to Cape May, New Jersey

04/10/2026 @ 7:30am–04/11/2026 @ 10:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trips
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Overnight Bus Trip to Cape May,New Jersey
Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11
Fee (per person): 
$490 single room, $390 double room, $355 triple room
Bus departs Islip Library: 7:30 am

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

TRIPLE ROOM -- Overnight Bus Trip to Cape May, New Jersey

04/10/2026 @ 7:30am–04/11/2026 @ 10:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trips
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Overnight Bus Trip to Cape May,New Jersey
Friday, April 10 – Saturday, April 11
Fee (per person): 
$490 single room, $390 double room, $355 triple room
Bus departs Islip Library: 7:30 am

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