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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Infants
Playtime
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

10:00am–10:30am
Playtime
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have fun and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime!

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Play With Me Toddlers: Ages 2-4

10:45am–11:30am
Children, Pre-School
Playtime
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Play With Me Toddlers: Ages 2-4

10:45am–11:30am
Playtime
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have fun and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime!

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Unplugged Family Fun Afternoon: Ages 3-12

1:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Pre-School, School Age
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Unplugged Family Fun Afternoon: Ages 3-12

1:00pm–3:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pause your video games, turn off the TV, and put away your phones. Stop by the library for some unplugged fun with the whole family. We will have a variety of activities for you to enjoy like coloring, board games, LEGOS, and more! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Drop In: Board Game Free Play

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Drop In: Board Game Free Play

5:00pm–8:00pm
Gaming
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Challenge your friends to a fun and exciting game!
Choose from a variety of classic and modern board
games available in the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for students in grades 7 -12.

 

In-person programs, and Zoom classes, all require advanced registration, and are limited to Central Islip Public Library cardholders.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Word and Excel Basics for Job Seekers & Employees Part 1

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Technology, Workshop
Waitlist
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 16 2025 Wed

Word and Excel Basics for Job Seekers & Employees Part 1

6:00pm–8:00pm
Technology, Workshop
Waitlist
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this first part of the series, Trish Tergesen will cover essential features of Microsoft Word and Excel, including document creation, formatting, and basic spreadsheet functions.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

In-person programs, as well as online Zoom classes, all require advanced registration, and are limited to

Central Islip Public Library cardholders.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

Baby Sign Language: Ages Birth- 4 years

10:30am–11:15am
Children, Infants, Pre-School
Workshop
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

Baby Sign Language: Ages Birth- 4 years

10:30am–11:15am
Workshop
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Infants, Pre-School
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lisa Curley will help you and your child learn sign language in a meaningful and playful way.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Teens" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

Drop In: World Emoji Day Pixel Art

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

Drop In: World Emoji Day Pixel Art

5:00pm–8:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create custom pixelated emojis using colorful pony
beads.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

World of Birds: Ages 7-12

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, School Age
Workshop
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

World of Birds: Ages 7-12

6:00pm–7:00pm
Workshop
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

An educator from the Center for Environmental Education and Discovery will introduce you to the world of birds! Explore different artifacts like nests, feathers, eggs and more, and then see live birds up close!

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

BELIEVE: Positivity Changes Lives meditation workshop

7:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul 17 2025 Thu

BELIEVE: Positivity Changes Lives meditation workshop

7:30pm–8:30pm
Health & Wellness
Full
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience deep relaxation and chakra alignment through whirling movements and meditation with The Zen Den. Connect with your energy centers for a harmonious mind, body, and spirit.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

In-person programs, as well as online Zoom classes, all require advanced registration, and are limited to

Central Islip Public Library cardholders.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
Jul 18 2025 Fri

Baby Bookworms: Ages birth- 23 months

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Infants
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
Jul 18 2025 Fri

Baby Bookworms: Ages birth- 23 months

10:00am–10:30am
Storytime
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Friday mornings for these special storytimes that are just right for little listeners.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

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