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Purple Chair Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages infant - 5 years with caregiver.  No registration is required.  We will fluff our feathers while listening to gobbly-good stories and more! Gobble Gobble!

 

Disclaimer(s)

No registration required.  Thank you.  

This event is in the "Teens" group

Let Them Eat Cake

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books and More, Events, Food, Games, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Did you know National Cake Day is on November 26th? Celebrate early by coming in and enjoying some different types of cakes. Bingo will also be played! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Thanksgiving Turkey Cookies

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

Decorate five

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

Thanksgiving

9:00am–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Islip Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Discussion: Wild Dark Shore

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Open
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 Mark Irish to discuss Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy. A haunting, emotionally rich survival story set on a remote island where secrets, grief, and ecological collapse converge. Snacks will be provided.

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

Frosty's Big Day: The Musical

1:30pm–3:00pm
Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Events, Music
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages 24 months – grade 5 with caregiver.  Performance held at the Islip Library.

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 "Teens" group

Teenship Boxes

All Day
Teens
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books and More, Food, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

The theme for the December Teenship Boxes is "Happy Holidays!"

This event is in the "Adults" group

Zumba/Dance Fitness

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
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 AnnMarie Rigoroso for this dance class that combines fitness and fun!

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

December Holiday Crafts

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children
Waitlist
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 1 – 3. Celebrate the festive spirit of December with fun multi-holiday crafts to give as gifts or to decorate your home.

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

Coastal Holiday Wreath

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Full
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

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

My First Book Club

10:30am–11:00am
Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages infant – 24 months with caregiver. Read along and sing songs together during an interactive lapsit storytime. Each registered child will receive a board book to keep.

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 "Adults" group
Registration Required
Payment Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Off-site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Events, Games, Trips
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. 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Gingerbread Houses

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Waitlist
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

It’s everyone’s favorite time of the year and what better way to celebrate than by making your own gingerbread house! All supplies will be provided by Fanny Cakes.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Defensive Driving

9:30am–4:00pm
Adults
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, September 2nd
     
  • ONLINE REGISTRATION: begins at 7:30 pm on Tuesday, September 2nd
     
  • PHONE REGISTRATION: begins at 9:30 am on Wednesday, September 3rd
This event is in the "Children" group

Mini Canvas Snowman Ornaments

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Waitlist
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 1 – 5. Join Miss Jade for a holly jolly good time! Enjoy classic holiday tunes while painting your very own mini canvas snowman ornament.

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

Fantastic Homemade Flautas

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

Adult Programs

Join Chef Janeth Galliani of Maria’s Mexican Cooking and learn how to make taquitos dorados, also known as flautas. Fill them, roll them, fry them and enjoy them!

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

Adult Programs

Enjoy favorite holiday tunes presented in an elegant jazz style by The Paul Effman Ensemble.  Listen to new instrumental arrangements of beloved songs, past and present, that are sure to get you into the holiday spirit!

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 "Teens" group

National Brownie Day

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Open
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

Join us for National Brownie Day as we taste-test different brownies!

This event is in the "Children" group

Weather Windmill: A Time for Kids

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children
Open
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 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 "Adults" group

Zumba/Dance Fitness

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
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 AnnMarie Rigoroso for this dance class that combines fitness and fun!

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

Sensory-Friendly Movie

6:00pm–7:30pm
Children
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Ages 48 months – grade 5 with caregiver. Pick your favorite holiday movie and vote for it at the start of the program. We’ll watch the one that receives the most votes.

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

Children's Program

Ages 48 months – grade 5 with caregiver. Please register for one session. Come to the Library and celebrate the season with this annual delight!

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

Children's Program

Ages 48 months – grade 5 with caregiver. Please register for one session. Come to the Library and celebrate the season with this annual delight!

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

Windows/Android Support Group

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

Adult Programs

If you are having trouble with your Android mobile device or Windows laptop you can find help with this informal support group led by Librarian James Klopp. Open to any skill level.

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