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2nd date for the Titanic Tea

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
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Adult Programs

April marks 113 years since the Titanic first set sail. Join
Margaret Johnson as she weaves tea history and Titanic
lore into a formal three-course menu that includes
sandwiches and savories, scones, tea breads and decadent

Disclaimer(s)

In-person registration begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:30 pm
Online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:45 pm
Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 9:30 am

This program is for waitlisted guests for the tea on Tuesday, April 8.  If you would like to attend, please add your name to the waitlist on Tuesday, April 8.  Thank you. 

Tiny Art Challenge

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

It is time for our Tiny Art Challenge! This year’s theme is Summer Breeze. We are having a library-wide Tiny Art Show in May, and your artwork will be featured in the exhibit. Tiny art is terrific!

Disclaimer(s)

If you are registering more than one (1) person please select ADD ANOTHER and enter their name. 

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 6:30 pm Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 10:00 am

Explore the Art of Pizza by Tano

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food
Registration Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Pizza by Tano for a pizza-making demonstration and tasting, sprinkled with a little history about pizzerias and
tips on making pizza dough.

Disclaimer(s)

In-person registration begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:30 pm
Online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:45 pm
Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 9:30 am

Lunch and Learn: Spotting Scams and Staying Safe

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest
Registration 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 on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:30 pm
Online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:45 pm
Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 9:30 am

Magnetic Poetry Masters

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Celebrate National Poetry Month by creating your own personalized set of magnetic poetry.

Disclaimer(s)

If you are registering more than one (1) person please select ADD ANOTHER and enter their name. 

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 6:30 pm Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 10:00 am

Windows/Android Support Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration
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! Open to any skill level.

Disclaimer(s)

In-person registration begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:30 pm
Online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:45 pm
Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 9:30 am

Battle of the Books Meeting

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
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.  

BenAnna Band

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Program details:

Children's Program

Come join BenAnna Band for a family-friendly concert! Kids will go bananas for this high energy musical duo that will have kids and adults singing, dancing, and playing along on live instruments!

Disclaimer(s)

If you are registering more than one (1) person please select ADD ANOTHER and enter their name. 

In-person and online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 6:30 pm Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, 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.

Mother's Day Paint Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Join Kathy Reccardi and create this painting using acrylic paints on a 16 x 20 inch canvas.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note: no refunds unless your seat can be filled by someone else.  Please contact the library at 631-581-5933 if you need to cancel.  Thank you. 
In-person registration begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:30 pm
Online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:45 pm
Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 9:30 am

Mother's Day Gifts

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest
Registration 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! 

Hudson River Cruise Aboard Pride of the Hudson

9:30am - 8:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration
Payment
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Trips
Registration Required
Payment Required
Program details:

Adult Programs

Itinerary

bus departs Islip Library's parking lot: 9:30 am 

Disclaimer(s)

If you are registering more than one (1) person please select ADD ANOTHER and enter their name. 

Please note: no refunds unless your seat can be filled by someone else.  Please contact the library at 631-581-5933 if you need to cancel.  Thank you. 
In-person registration begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:30 pm
Online: Begins on Tuesday, March 4, at 5:45 pm
Phone: Begins on Wednesday, March 5, at 9:30 am

Ultimate Playdate Clean Up

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come help us organize the playroom and clean the toys. *Teens will earn one hour of community service. 

Ultimate Playdate Clean Up

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come help us organize the playroom and clean the toys. *Teens will earn one hour of community service. 

Arts & Crafts: Spring Clean Out

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Food, General Interest
Registration 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! 

Teenship Boxes

All Day
Teens
Registration
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 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! 

Ultimate Playdate Clean Up

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come help us organize the playroom and clean the toys. *Teens will earn one hour of community service. 

Get Ready to Babysit

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General Interest
Registration 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. 

Ultimate Playdate Clean Up

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Volunteer
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come help us organize the playroom and clean the toys. *Teens will earn one hour of community service. 

National Iced Tea Day!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Food, General Interest
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

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

Summer Reading Club Bags

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
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
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

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

Book & Craft Buddies

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books and More, Volunteer
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Come share some special reading time with kids as they practice their reading. You will receive one hour of Community Service. 

Get to Know the Teen Department

7:00pm - 7:30pm
Children, Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Books and More, General Interest, Summer Reading
Registration 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!

Chalk Competition

10:30am - 11:30am
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Union Avenue Lawn
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Interest, Summer Reading
Registration 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! 

Summer Movie Series - Goonies

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Program details:

Teen Programs

Join us for a fun afternoon and enjoy our summer movie series. All the movies chosen will be based on an adventure theme! Popcorn and snacks will be served!