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Mr. Golden Sun

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Join us for stories and a spectacular sunny craft to celebrate summer!

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for stories and a spectacular sunny craft to celebrate summer!

I survived...Library Adventures

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Can you survive these challenges inspired by the extraordinary events in Lauren Tarshis' popular series?

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Can you survive these challenges inspired by the extraordinary events in Lauren Tarshis' popular series?

Baby Smart

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Baby Smart:

Join an educator from A Time for Kids for some stories and play time.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North/South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Registration Required

Join an educator from A Time for Kids for some stories and play time.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

A Time for Kids Toddler Program

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
A Time for Kids:

Join an educator from A Time for Kids for some stories and play time.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North/South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Registration Required

Join an educator from A Time for Kids for some stories and play time.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

A Wet Discovery Saturday

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Discovery Backyard at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Family

We are going to have a lot of splishy splashy fun in the Discovery Backyard. So feel free to dress for a wet mess. Families can stop by any time between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Discovery Backyard
Age Group: Children, Family
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are going to have a lot of splishy splashy fun in the Discovery Backyard. So feel free to dress for a wet mess. Families can stop by any time between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Materials used in this program could get messy; please dress accordingly.

This program may not take place during inclement weather.

Color-Changing Cuttlefish

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Did you know that cuttlefish can change the color and texture of their skin? Discover how these "chameleons of the sea" transform their appearance! Mix up a batch of color-changing slime and decorate a colorful jar to keep it in.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Did you know that cuttlefish can change the color and texture of their skin? Discover how these "chameleons of the sea" transform their appearance! Mix up a batch of color-changing slime and decorate a colorful jar to keep it in.

Colorful Citrus Art

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Join Traveling Art Programs and get your bright painting on! Dress for a mess.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Traveling Art Programs and get your bright painting on! Dress for a mess.

Disclaimer(s)

Materials used in this program could get messy; please dress accordingly.

Crazy Art

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Create artistic treasures in adventurous ways. We'll use our hands, feet, and even elbows to create our masterpieces. Remember though, it's all about the process, not the product. Dress for a mess. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create artistic treasures in adventurous ways. We'll use our hands, feet, and even elbows to create our masterpieces. Remember though, it's all about the process, not the product. Dress for a mess. 

Disclaimer(s)

Materials used in this program could get messy; please dress accordingly.

Wizard Owl Paint Party

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday with this Hedwig-inspired paint night! Dress for a mess.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday with this Hedwig-inspired paint night! Dress for a mess.

Disclaimer(s)

Materials used in this program could get messy; please dress accordingly.

Drop-In Wizard Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Children's Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit the Children's Department for this themed scavenger Hunt and earn a wizard-inspired prize, while supplies last.

Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit the Children's Department for this themed scavenger Hunt and earn a wizard-inspired prize, while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

Learn to Hula with Dance Aloha

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Join Dance Aloha for this fun-dance session!

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North/South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Dance Aloha for this fun-dance session!

Drone Daze

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Experience the wonder of flight through drones!

Cancelled
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North/South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience the wonder of flight through drones!

Drop-In Wizard Scavenger Hunt

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Children's Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit the Children's Department for this themed scavenger Hunt and earn a wizard-inspired prize, while supplies last.

Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit the Children's Department for this themed scavenger Hunt and earn a wizard-inspired prize, while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

Rapunzel's Colorful Story Time

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:15am
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Enjoy a story, song and craft with Rapunzel!

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North/South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a story, song and craft with Rapunzel!

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Drop-In Wizard Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Children's Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit the Children's Department for this themed scavenger Hunt and earn a wizard-inspired prize, while supplies last.

Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Visit the Children's Department for this themed scavenger Hunt and earn a wizard-inspired prize, while supplies last.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

Totally Tots

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler

Join Ms. Michele in reading a book and making a craft.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Michele in reading a book and making a craft.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

LEGO Architects

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Unleash your creativity and embark on an incredible building adventure with LEGO Master Mike!

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and embark on an incredible building adventure with LEGO Master Mike!

LEGO Innovators

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Take your engineering skills to the next level: Dive into thrilling projects that bring real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture to life.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take your engineering skills to the next level: Dive into thrilling projects that bring real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture to life.

Jump Rope and Double Dutch Games

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

There's no experience necessary for getting some invigorating lessons in with Erica Dantzler, a two-time world champion in Competitive Double Dutch. Sneakers and water are required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North/South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Event Details:

There's no experience necessary for getting some invigorating lessons in with Erica Dantzler, a two-time world champion in Competitive Double Dutch. Sneakers and water are required.

More than Mother Goose

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
More than Mother Goose:

Share nursery rhymes, songs and more with your child.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Registration Required

Share nursery rhymes, songs and more with your child.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Calling all Bookworms!

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Hooray for all you super summer readers! Let's celebrate with a colorful book wreath craft!

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hooray for all you super summer readers! Let's celebrate with a colorful book wreath craft!

Baa Baa Story Walk and Craft

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Discovery Backyard at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

A new story walk is debuting in the Discovery Backyard. Join us for a sheepy story and craft outside in our Discovery Backyard with a visit from a real sheep from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Note: This program is weather permitting.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Discovery Backyard
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

A new story walk is debuting in the Discovery Backyard. Join us for a sheepy story and craft outside in our Discovery Backyard with a visit from a real sheep from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Note: This program is weather permitting.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This program may not take place during inclement weather.

Makerspace Night: Boat Building is Back!

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Children

It'll be wet and a wee bit wild as families make and race their boats.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

It'll be wet and a wee bit wild as families make and race their boats.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

DIY Critter Camp

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Make a colorful campsite for your favorite critter toys! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a colorful campsite for your favorite critter toys!