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Tuesday Morning Knitting & Crochet Group

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday morning for a relaxing and social Knit & Crochet Circle! Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday morning for a relaxing and social Knit & Crochet Circle! Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts

Public Health Solutions

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Outreach Table in Lobby at Central Islip Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

We are a nonprofit agency through New York State of Health-Marketplace. Our purpose is to provide affordable health insurance at no cost or lower cost to the community. We assist p...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Outreach Table in Lobby
Purpose of Meeting

We are a nonprofit agency through New York State of Health-Marketplace. Our purpose is to provide affordable health insurance at no cost or lower cost to the community.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infants" group.

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Infants
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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.

Play With Me Toddlers: Ages 2-4

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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 "Adults" group.

Board Game Night

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of games, and meet new friends. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of board games, there's something for everyone!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of games, and meet new friends. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of board games, there's something for everyone!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Winter Scene Cloche

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a delightful crafting experience where attendees create their own winter scene cloche—a miniature, snow-filled world captured under glass.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Enjoy a delightful crafting experience where attendees create their own winter scene cloche—a miniature, snow-filled world captured under glass.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

STEM Escape Room

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Race against time, find clues, solve puzzles and build contraptions in order to escape from the room before time runs out!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Race against time, find clues, solve puzzles and build contraptions in order to escape from the room before time runs out!

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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Mario Kart Tournament: Ages 8-12

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

The race is on! Join us for a friendly video game tournament to see who will be the ultimate Mario Kart champion! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

The race is on! Join us for a friendly video game tournament to see who will be the ultimate Mario Kart champion! 

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.

Staff Development Day

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Central Islip Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Central Islip Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Collage Making

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join staff member Olivia for Collage making! Learn about the different uses for and styles of collages with time at the end for you to make your own. Materials will be provided and...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join staff member Olivia for Collage making! Learn about the different uses for and styles of collages with time at the end for you to make your own.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Drop In: Winter Bracelets

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Choose from an assortment of winter themed charms, beads, and string  to design your own bracelet.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Choose from an assortment of winter themed charms, beads, and string  to design your own bracelet.

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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Manejar a la Defensiva

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Defensive Driving
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join this accident prevention workshop approved by the NYS Department of Motor vehicles.  To register, call Diana Palumbo-Wilbur 631-664-0652. The Cost of the workshop...

Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Defensive Driving
Event Details:

Join this accident prevention workshop approved by the NYS Department of Motor vehicles. 

To register, call Diana Palumbo-Wilbur 631-664-0652. The Cost of the workshop is $35.00 per person. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Saturday Family Movie: Ages 6-12

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a special Saturday morning movie at the library!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for a special Saturday morning movie at the library!

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.

Youth Enrichment Service

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Outreach Table in Lobby at Central Islip Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Provide information on mental health resources and connection of service available to the community. 

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Outreach Table in Lobby
Purpose of Meeting

Provide information on mental health resources and connection of service available to the community. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Trivia

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Go head to head with fellow anime fans to see who has the most anime knowledge in Central Islip!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Go head to head with fellow anime fans to see who has the most anime knowledge in Central Islip!

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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Harry Potter Celebration: Ages 7-12

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Join us for a magical Harry Potter Celebration at the library! We'll be crafting Hogwarts House ornaments while sipping butterbeer and enjoying other tasty Harry Potter-inspired sn...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for a magical Harry Potter Celebration at the library! We'll be crafting Hogwarts House ornaments while sipping butterbeer and enjoying other tasty Harry Potter-inspired snacks.

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.

Monday Evening Knit and Crochet Circle

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Monday evening for a relaxing and social Knit & Crochet Circle! Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us every Monday evening for a relaxing and social Knit & Crochet Circle! Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tuesday Morning Knitting & Crochet Group

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday morning for a relaxing and social Knit & Crochet Circle! Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday morning for a relaxing and social Knit & Crochet Circle! Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Lego STEM & Robotics

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

 Participate in a workshop designed to build confidence in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) technology while having fun!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

 Participate in a workshop designed to build confidence in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) technology while having fun!

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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School" group.

Zumbini: Ages 1-4

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Fitness
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Zumbini combines music and movement for the ultimate bonding experience! Sing, dance and play together while developing your little one's social, cognitive, emotional and motor ski...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Zumbini combines music and movement for the ultimate bonding experience! Sing, dance and play together while developing your little one's social, cognitive, emotional and motor skills! 

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 "School Age" group.

Zumba: Ages 5-7

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Fitness
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Join Ms. Lauren for this rocking fitness class! Zumba is a high-energy dance party with specially choreographed routines and all the music you love!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join Ms. Lauren for this rocking fitness class! Zumba is a high-energy dance party with specially choreographed routines and all the music you love!

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 "School Age" group.

Zumba: Ages 8-12

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Fitness
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Join Ms. Lauren for this rocking fitness class! Zumba is a high-energy dance party with specially choreographed routines and all the music you love!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join Ms. Lauren for this rocking fitness class! Zumba is a high-energy dance party with specially choreographed routines and all the music you love!

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.

Public Health Solutions

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Outreach Table in Lobby at Central Islip Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

We are a nonprofit agency through New York State of Health-Marketplace. Our purpose is to provide affordable health insurance at no cost or lower cost to the community. We assist p...

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Outreach Table in Lobby
Purpose of Meeting

We are a nonprofit agency through New York State of Health-Marketplace. Our purpose is to provide affordable health insurance at no cost or lower cost to the community.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infants" group.

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Infants
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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.