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Book Discussion - Christmas By the Book (144)

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Registration Required
Event Details:

Christmas By the Book by Anne Marie Ryan

Senior Fitness (125)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Uses a chair for stability and other props to build strength.  Chairs and soft fitness balls are provided. Participants can bring their own light weights. If you are a beginner, weights should be no heavier than 3 lbs.

Please contact the Circulation Desk at (631) 581-9200 x4 to be added to the waitlist if program is full.

This program is non-refundable.

Girl Scouts Troop #1299

3:45pm–4:45pm
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room

Learn to Knit: Scarf (671)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
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 Volunteers

5:45pm–7:00pm
Young Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Volunteer
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Event Details:

Earn one and a quarter (1.25) service hours.

Call The Reference Desk at (631) 581-9200 ext. 5 to register for this volunteer opportunity.  

Grinch Party

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
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!

Girl Scouts Troop #2428

6:15pm–7:30pm
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Lower Level Meeting Room

Young Adult Gingerbread House Workshop

6:30pm–7:30pm
Young Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Amy from A Touch of Sweetness as we decorate a fabulous gingerbread house to take home for the holidays! All the decorations will be provided to make a truly tasty work of art.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

The Healing Power of Meditation (364) This is a Virtual Program that takes place over Zoom

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Arlene Samsel, a seasoned meditation instructor who has devoted numerous years to her practice, as she explores how meditation can enhance our physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Artificial Intelligence (192)

7:45pm–8:45pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join computer expert John Catrona and learn about AI in our daily lives and how to access it using Microsoft, Google, and ChatGPT.

Gentle Yoga Flow - (399)

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join Kelly in experiencing the benefits of yoga. Improve flexibility, strength and posture.

Please contact the Circulation Desk at (631) 581-9200 x4 to be added to the waitlist if program is full.

This program is non-refundable.

More than Mother Goose

10:30am–11:00am
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: 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.

More than Mother Goose Play Date

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
Event Details:

Join other littles and their caregivers for some unstructured play time!

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must be present.

Sewing Circle

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Do you like to sew?  Then gather and socialize with others who share your interest, and perhaps pick-up a few tips and tricks as you work your own creations!  Please bring your own supplies.  Instructors may be available.  Registration is not required.

Wednesday Film Series (443)

2:15pm–4:45pm
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

250 Years of Jane Austen

11/5 – Jane Austen Wrecked My Life 

11/12 – Becoming Jane 

11/19 – Persuasion

11/26 – Emma

12/3 – Mansfield Park

12/10 – Miss Austen Regrets

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

2:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
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.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga (397)

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join Kim in experiencing the benefits of yoga.  Improve flexibility, strength and posture.  Please bring a mat or towel.

Please contact the Circulation Desk at (631) 581-9200 x4 to be added to the waitlist if program is full.

This program is non-refundable.

Minecraft Mania

5:30pm–6:45pm
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required

Do you think you have what it takes to be the next master architect? Join our Minecraft building tournament to show off your skills!

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
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.

Minecraft Mania

7:00pm–8:15pm
Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Child attends on their own, School Age
Registration Required

Do you think you have what it takes to be the next master architect? Join our Minecraft building tournament to show off your skills!

Game Day

10:30am–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games

We provide the room, you provide your game of choice.  Bring a friend, cards, or any board game and we have the space for you.  Very informal and getting groups together is up to those that attend.  Registration is not required.

Dyker Heights Bus Trip (500)

1:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting journey to Brooklyn's famous Dyker Heights, where you can marvel at the spectacular holiday lights! Our first stop will be at Brookfield Place on Vesey Street in Lower Manhattan for an early dinner on your own.

Craft Class (380)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join Barbara Mollica in creating a beautiful craft that is perfect for decorating your home.

Please contact the Circulation Desk at (631) 581-9200 x4 to be added to the waitlist if program is full.

Friends of Heckscher State Park

6:30pm–8:00pm
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: East Meeting Room