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Beginner's Crochet (672)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East 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: East 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.

Holiday Lights Story/Craft

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own

Join us for stories and crafts while discovering how many of our winter holidays shine bright.

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

Join us for stories and crafts while discovering how many of our winter holidays shine bright.

Paint Night (337)

Thursday, December 11, 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. She will help you craft a stunning winter-themed masterpiece.

 

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

Join local artist Kathy Reccardi for a fun painting session. She will help you craft a stunning winter-themed masterpiece.

 

Learn to Knit: Scarf (671)

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

Please bring a skein of yarn and size 7 or 8 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

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

Please bring a skein of yarn and size 7 or 8 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

Grinch Party

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Our fun will grow "3 sizes" with each Grinch-themed activity we enjoy. We'll craft, play and enjoy tons of Grinchy fun!

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, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Our fun will grow "3 sizes" with each Grinch-themed activity we enjoy. We'll craft, play and enjoy tons of Grinchy fun!

Holiday Floral Arrangement (387) *Please make sure to sign up for the correct time

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join floral expert Diana Conklin, in making a fresh greens and herbs holiday wreath/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 expert Diana Conklin, in making a fresh greens and herbs holiday wreath/centerpiece. 

This program is non-refundable.

Holiday Floral Arrangement (387) *Please make sure to sign up for the correct time

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join floral expert Diana Conklin, in making a fresh greens and herbs holiday wreath/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 expert Diana Conklin, in making a fresh greens and herbs holiday wreath/centerpiece. 

This program is non-refundable.

Learn to Knit: Scarf (671)

Tuesday, December 23, 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 7 or 8 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 7 or 8 needles. Some knitting experience is required.

Noon Years' Eve

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Join us as we celebrate Noon Year at this fun bash. We'll talk about resolutions and create a time capsule to open in 2027. Snacks and fun are a given and festive wear is encouraged.

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, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate Noon Year at this fun bash. We'll talk about resolutions and create a time capsule to open in 2027. Snacks and fun are a given and festive wear is encouraged.

Disclaimer(s)

This program may not be suitable for individuals with food allergies.

Spider Hero and Gwen Story Time

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
North/South Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Meet these heroes! Attendees will listen to a story, complete a craft and get a chance to meet the heroes one-on-one.

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

Meet these heroes! Attendees will listen to a story, complete a craft and get a chance to meet the heroes one-on-one.

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.

Terrific Threes

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 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.

Winter Trees Story/Craft

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 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

Let's celebrate the magic of winter and let creativity take root! We'll enjoy some seasonal read-alouds and create a snowy tree craft together.

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

Let's celebrate the magic of winter and let creativity take root! We'll enjoy some seasonal read-alouds and create a snowy tree craft together.

Patches and Pieces Quilting Club

Monday, January 12, 2026 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

Caldecott Club Story Craft Time

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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.

Babysitters Fan Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

The Baby-Sitter's Fan Club winter meeting! We'll have fun with games, crafts, and more just like these fab friends!

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, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Baby-Sitter's Fan Club winter meeting! We'll have fun with games, crafts, and more just like these fab friends!

Penguin Awareness Day

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age

Today is National Penguin Awareness Day. Join us as we learn more about these super cool animals through stories and a 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:

Today is National Penguin Awareness Day. Join us as we learn more about these super cool animals through stories and a craft.

Wackadoo! (Families with children ages 2 and up)

Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Children, Family

Drop in for some Bluey play: songs, games and crafts galore.

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

Drop in for some Bluey play: songs, games and crafts galore.

Snow Much Fun!

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Child attends on their own

Join Ms. Julie for a wintery story and hands-on craft! 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
Program Type: Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms. Julie for a wintery story and hands-on craft! Dress for a mess!

Disclaimer(s)

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

Terrific Threes

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 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.

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, Family, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler

Children and their grown-ups can join us to play, go on a scavenger hunt, create a craft, and enjoy freebies.

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

Children and their grown-ups can join us to play, go on a scavenger hunt, create a craft, and enjoy freebies.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

Patches and Pieces Quilting Club

Monday, February 9, 2026 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

Caldecott Club Story Craft Time

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
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.

Love Bug Craft & Story

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
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

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.

Balloon Twisting Workshop for Beginners

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
North Meeting Room at East Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School Age, Tween

Join a local balloon artist and learn tips and tricks for creating balloon shapes and creatures! 

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

Join a local balloon artist and learn tips and tricks for creating balloon shapes and creatures!