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Patches and Pieces Quilting Club

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
North Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Learn to Crochet: Pumpkin Hat (670)

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

lease bring skeins of 4-ply worsted weight yarn in Fall colors and a size G
or H hook. Some crocheting experience is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

lease bring skeins of 4-ply worsted weight yarn in Fall colors and a size G
or H hook. Some crocheting experience is required.

Story Walk at Bayard Cutting Arboretum

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler

Join Ms. Robyne at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum for a Story Walk & craft with their Education Coordinator, KT Williams. Please meet at the Visitor Center in the main parking lot.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Robyne at the Bayard Cutting Arboretum for a Story Walk & craft with their Education Coordinator, KT Williams. Please meet at the Visitor Center in the main parking lot.

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.

Learn to Crochet: Pumpkin Hat (670)

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

lease bring skeins of 4-ply worsted weight yarn in Fall colors and a size G
or H hook. Some crocheting experience is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

lease bring skeins of 4-ply worsted weight yarn in Fall colors and a size G
or H hook. Some crocheting experience is required.

Terrific Threes

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler

Get curious with Miss Georgi! Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft,

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

Get curious with Miss Georgi! Enjoy stories, songs, and 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.

Toilet Paper Pumpkins (353)

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Transform a toilet paper roll into a charming pumpkin, ideal for enhancing your Fall décor.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Transform a toilet paper roll into a charming pumpkin, ideal for enhancing your Fall décor.

Paint Night (293)

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6:45pm - 8:30pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join local artist Kathy Reccardi for a fun painting session where she will guide you in creating a beautiful Fall-themed artwork.

This program is non-refundable. 

Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join local artist Kathy Reccardi for a fun painting session where she will guide you in creating a beautiful Fall-themed artwork.

This program is non-refundable. 

Beginner's Crochet (672)

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Joanne Ottone as she teaches how to crochet. This class is perfect for beginners. Please bring 4-ply yarn and a size G or H hook.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Joanne Ottone as she teaches how to crochet. This class is perfect for beginners. Please bring 4-ply yarn and a size G or H hook.

Meals on Wheels Placemats

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Young Adults

Using special paper, vintage books, and more, we will create placemats for adults.  These will be donated to organizations that help Meals on Wheels.  Earn one (1) service hour for attending this program. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Using special paper, vintage books, and more, we will create placemats for adults.  These will be donated to organizations that help Meals on Wheels.  Earn one (1) service hour for attending this program. 

Craftmania (Grades K - 6 with an adult, siblings welcome)

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Use our supplies and your imagination to create a masterpiece. Craft enthusiasts can drop-in to craft with us for as long as you want.

Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Use our supplies and your imagination to create a masterpiece. Craft enthusiasts can drop-in to craft with us for as long as you want.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

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

Sunflower Quilling (309)

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the craft of paper quilling with artist Bonnie Schwartz, and transform rolled paper into a stunning sunflower.

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

Discover the craft of paper quilling with artist Bonnie Schwartz, and transform rolled paper into a stunning sunflower.

Owl Story and Craft

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Who, who will be at the library to enjoy this autumnal 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, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who, who will be at the library to enjoy this autumnal craft!

Beginner's Crochet (672)

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Joanne Ottone as she teaches how to crochet. This class is perfect for beginners. Please bring 4-ply yarn and a size G or H hook.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Joanne Ottone as she teaches how to crochet. This class is perfect for beginners. Please bring 4-ply yarn and a size G or H hook.

Metalsmithing (393)

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
North Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join artist Dana Neger for an exciting exploration of traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques! Create your very own unique, hand-hammered copper necklace.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join artist Dana Neger for an exciting exploration of traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques! Create your very own unique, hand-hammered copper necklace.

Jen Calonita Author Event (School age children with an adult)

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School Age

Meet author Jen Calonita and get a sneak peek of her upcoming release. The Taylors! We'll make friendship bracelets and chat about her other books, too!

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Book Discussion, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet author Jen Calonita and get a sneak peek of her upcoming release. The Taylors! We'll make friendship bracelets and chat about her other books, too!

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.

Learn to Knit: Keyhole Scarf (671)

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Please bring a skein of yarn and size 9 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please bring a skein of yarn and size 9 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

Terrific Threes

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Early Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler

Get curious with Miss Georgi! Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft,

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

Get curious with Miss Georgi! Enjoy stories, songs, and 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.

Beware of Creepy Carrots!

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Join us to hear about Jasper Rabbit's adventure and craft a creepy carrot of your own!

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, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to hear about Jasper Rabbit's adventure and craft a creepy carrot of your own!

Pumpkin Floral Arrangement (374)

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join floral artist and expert Diana Conklin where she will guide you in crafting a stunning dried floral pumpkin centerpiece.

This program is non-refundable.

Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join floral artist and expert Diana Conklin where she will guide you in crafting a stunning dried floral pumpkin centerpiece.

This program is non-refundable.

Patches and Pieces Quilting Club

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
North Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Drop-In Crafts (All ages with an adult)

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Stop by for some Oz-tastic themed crafts!

Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by for some Oz-tastic themed crafts!

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

Wicked Art

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Young Adults

Celebrate Spooky Season by painting a beautiful Wicked-themed masterpiece! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Spooky Season by painting a beautiful Wicked-themed masterpiece! 

Disclaimer(s)

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

Learn to Knit: Keyhole Scarf (671)

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Please bring a skein of yarn and size 9 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

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

Please bring a skein of yarn and size 9 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

Caldecott Club Story Craft Time

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler

Read a different Caldecott-winning picture book each month and create a simple related craft.

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

Read a different Caldecott-winning picture book each month and create a simple related 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.