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Delicious Ireland: Afternoon Tea

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Join Margaret M. Johnson for a delightful three-course Irish lunchtime tea featuring savory tarts, freshly baked tea breads, traditional sweets, and a curated selection of Irish teas.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Margaret M. Johnson for a delightful three-course Irish lunchtime tea featuring savory tarts, freshly baked tea breads, traditional sweets, and a curated selection of Irish teas.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

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

Yogurt Parfait Fruit Cups: Ages 6-12

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Create and enjoy a sweet, healthy treat! Certified nutrition coach, Geeta Makin, will show you how to layer up yummy yogurt, fruit, and crunchy toppings to make colorful parfaits!

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

Create and enjoy a sweet, healthy treat! Certified nutrition coach, Geeta Makin, will show you how to layer up yummy yogurt, fruit, and crunchy toppings to make colorful parfaits!

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.

Candy Sushi

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room 3 at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens

Roll up some sweet fun by creating your own “sushi” using gummy candies, fruit snacks, marshmallows, and rice crispy treats.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Roll up some sweet fun by creating your own “sushi” using gummy candies, fruit snacks, marshmallows, and rice crispy treats.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

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

Sabor Dominicano: A Taste of the Island

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Join Elisa Irvolino for a full Dominican dinner demonstration with pollo guisado, rice, beans, maduros, and dessert. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Elisa Irvolino for a full Dominican dinner demonstration with pollo guisado, rice, beans, maduros, and dessert. 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

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

Walking Tacos

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room 3 at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens

Join us for this crowd-pleasing snack session! Pick your chip bag, pile on your favorite toppings, and create your own one-of-a-kind Taco in a bag.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Meeting Room 3
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this crowd-pleasing snack session! Pick your chip bag, pile on your favorite toppings, and create your own one-of-a-kind Taco in a bag.

Disclaimer(s)

Teen Programming

Teen programs are for patrons ages 13-18

 

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

Birds Nest Sugar Cookies: Ages 5-12

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, School Age

Join professional baker, Miss Kristyn from Fanny Cakes, as she shows you how to decorate sugar cookies to look like bird nests. You will decorate several cookies of your own and bring them home!

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

Join professional baker, Miss Kristyn from Fanny Cakes, as she shows you how to decorate sugar cookies to look like bird nests. You will decorate several cookies of your own and bring them home!

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.

Sazon Corazon: Healthy Latin Flavors

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

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

Meat & Cheese Charcutier board

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Join Chef Raven for a hands-on class where you’ll learn how to pair different meats and cheeses to build your own beautiful charcuterie board. You’ll also discover a creative technique for turning sliced meat into an edible flower

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

Join Chef Raven for a hands-on class where you’ll learn how to pair different meats and cheeses to build your own beautiful charcuterie board. You’ll also discover a creative technique for turning sliced meat into an edible flower

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

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

Boca Chica Culinary Experience

Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required