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Beginner's Crochet (672)

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:

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

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children, Child attends on their own
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)

6:45pm–8:30pm
Adults
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)

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

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!

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.

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.

Learn to Knit: Scarf (671)

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
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

11:00am–12:00pm
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:

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

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
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

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: 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

5:30pm–6:15pm
Children, Child attends on their own
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

12:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Caldecott Club Story Craft Time

2:00pm–2:30pm
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, 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

7:00pm–8:00pm
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:

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

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, 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)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Family
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!

10:00am–10:45am
Children, Child attends on their own
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

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: 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

10:00am–1:00pm
Children, Family, Infant, Toddler, Preschooler
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

12:30pm–3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: East Islip Public Library
Room: North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts

Caldecott Club Story Craft Time

2:00pm–2:30pm
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, 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

10:00am–10:30am
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

2:00pm–2:45pm
Children, School Age, Tween
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!