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The Library building will be closed starting Monday, December 8th, with a tentative reopening date of Saturday, December 20th.

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Community Service: Valentines Day Cards for Seniors, Veterans, or Hospitalized Children

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

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

A Time For Kids - Art Adventures: Ages 3-5

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

Join A Time for Kids, Inc. for this fun class that includes music, movement, a story and three different craft stations!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join A Time for Kids, Inc. for this fun class that includes music, movement, a story and three different craft stations!

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.

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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.

Social Work Intern Appointment

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten: Ages 1-4

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

Learn about our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten initiative and stay for playtime!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten initiative and stay for 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.

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Infants

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
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.

Play With Me Toddlers: Ages 2-4

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
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.

Social Work Intern Appointment

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Social Work Intern Appointment

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Everyone
Registration Required

Community Service: Bookmark Decorating

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Community Service
Age Group:
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

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

Mario Kart Tournament: Ages 8-12

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Play against other players to see who the ultimate Mario Kart champion is!

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

Play against other players to see who the ultimate Mario Kart champion is!

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.

Baby Bookworms: Ages birth- 23 months

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program 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.

Little Bookworms: Ages 2-4

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

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

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
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.

Vision Boards

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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.

Family Mystery Mosaic: Ages 5-12

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, School Age

Help reveal a giant mystery design! Work all together to fill in the differently colored square stickers on a color-by-number poster! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help reveal a giant mystery design! Work all together to fill in the differently colored square stickers on a color-by-number poster! 

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.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

All Day
Central Islip Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Central Islip Public Library

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

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.