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Plant Holders

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join Librarian Paige to design and craft your own unique plant holders—perfect for celebrating the blooms of May!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Librarian Paige to design and craft your own unique plant holders—perfect for celebrating the blooms of May!

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

In-person programs, as well as online Zoom classes, all require advanced registration.

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

We're Going On a Bear Hunt Storycraft: Ages 5-7

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

We will read the book We're Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen, and then make a fun craft based on the story!

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

We will read the book We're Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen, and then make a fun craft based on the story!

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

Crochet For Kids: Ages 8-12

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Ms. Katie will teach you some of the basics of crochet, as well as help you with any projects you've already started! All materials will be provided. 

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

Ms. Katie will teach you some of the basics of crochet, as well as help you with any projects you've already started! All materials will be provided. 

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

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community 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.

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

Once Upon A Month Story Craft- Marvelous May: Ages 5-7

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, School Age

Where every month begins with a story! Join us for a story, a craft, and fun facts for the month of May!

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

Where every month begins with a story! Join us for a story, a craft, and fun facts for the month of May!

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

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community 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.

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

Fish On! Game Workshop- Ages 7-12

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Fish on! Join artist Chris Vivas to create your own school of fish that are hungry to be caught! This game is easy to make and fun to catch. We will design, color, create, and catch some keepers. So let's go fishing!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fish on! Join artist Chris Vivas to create your own school of fish that are hungry to be caught! This game is easy to make and fun to catch. We will design, color, create, and catch some keepers. So let's go fishing!

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

I Wish that I Had Duck Feet Storycraft: Ages 5-7

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, School Age

Join us to read the book I Wish That I Had Duck Feet by Dr. Seuss and then make a fun craft based on the story!

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

Join us to read the book I Wish That I Had Duck Feet by Dr. Seuss and then make a fun craft based on the story!

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

Crochet For Kids: Ages 8-12

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Ms. Katie will teach you some of the basics of crochet, as well as help you with any projects you've already started! 

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

Ms. Katie will teach you some of the basics of crochet, as well as help you with any projects you've already started! 

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

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community 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.

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

1-2-3 Full STEAM Ahead: Ages 2-5 w/adult

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movement, Music, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

Join A Time For Kids, Inc. for this fun program filled with lots of STEAM activities including music, movement, a craft station and more!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movement, Music, STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join A Time For Kids, Inc. for this fun program filled with lots of STEAM activities including music, movement, a craft station 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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group

Bilingual Arts & Songs: Ages 2-5 w/adult

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movement, Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School

Join Bebes of the Island for this special bilingual program that includes a storytime, a sing-a-long, a craft, and a dance party with bubbles!

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

Join Bebes of the Island for this special bilingual program that includes a storytime, a sing-a-long, a craft, and a dance party with bubbles!

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

Summer Splendor

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, June 2, 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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Community Service: Bandanna & Leash Slide

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

In-person programs, and Zoom classes, all require advanced registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Terrarium Building

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

In-person programs, and Zoom classes, all require advanced registration.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Regents & Finals Prep

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

In-person programs, and Zoom classes, all require advanced registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

American Flag Bead Art Shadow Box

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beach Sign Painting

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Graduation Cap Decorating

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

In-person programs, and Zoom classes, all require advanced registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
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.