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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Feb 12 2026 Thu

A Time For Kids - Krafty Kids: Ages 5-7

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, School Age
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Feb 12 2026 Thu

A Time For Kids - Krafty Kids: Ages 5-7

6:00pm–7:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get artistic with A Time for Kids, Inc.! They will lead you through creating your own painting on canvas. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 12 2026 Thu

Black History Read In

7:30pm–8:30pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 12 2026 Thu

Black History Read In

7:30pm–8:30pm
Closed
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Community members are encouraged to share readings from their favorite works that honor African American history, culture, and creativity.

 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
Feb 13 2026 Fri

Little Bookworms: Ages birth-4

10:45am–11:15am
Children, Infants, Pre-School
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
Feb 13 2026 Fri

Little Bookworms: Ages birth-4

10:45am–11:15am
Storytime
Waitlist
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Infants, Pre-School
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Little Bookworms

Join us on Friday mornings for these special storytimes that are just right for little listeners.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 13 2026 Fri

Black History Film Series: HARRIET TUBMAN: THEY CALLED HER MOSES

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 13 2026 Fri

Black History Film Series: HARRIET TUBMAN: THEY CALLED HER MOSES

12:00pm–1:00pm
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

The remarkable story of Harriet Tubman, exploring the depth of her character and the inner motivations that drove her extraordinary life.
 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Feb 14 2026 Sat

Valentine's Day Family Bingo: Ages 4-12

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Pre-School, School Age
Gaming
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Feb 14 2026 Sat

Valentine's Day Family Bingo: Ages 4-12

2:00pm–3:00pm
Gaming
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, School Age
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special Valentine's Day themed bingo and win some sweet prizes! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

Feb 16 2026 Mon

Presidents' Day

All Day
Closing
Feb 16 2026 Mon
Closing

Presidents' Day

All Day
Branches:
Central Islip Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Black History Month Take & Make Jewelry Kit

All Day
Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Black History Month Take & Make Jewelry Kit

All Day
Waitlist
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month from home by creating your own earrings and bracelets inspired by Black culture, history, and art. Kits include jewelry supplies and charms—just bring your creativity to design unique, meaningful pieces.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

10:00am–12:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Patrons bring their own knitting or crochet projects to work on, offering support, sharing tips, and learning from one another.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Programming

In-person programs, as well as online Zoom classes, all require advanced registration, and are limited to

Central Islip Public Library cardholders.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Fairy Tale Fun Storytime: Ages 4-6

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children, Pre-School, School Age
Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Pre-School" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
Feb 17 2026 Tue

Fairy Tale Fun Storytime: Ages 4-6

6:00pm–6:45pm
Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for songs, a story, and a fairytale inspired craft! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

10:00am–10:30am
Children, Infants
Playtime
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Infants" group
Feb 18 2026 Wed

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

10:00am–10:30am
Playtime
Open
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required

Play With Me Babies

Have fun and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime! 

Disclaimer(s)

Children's Programming

All programs are for Central Islip Library cardholders only. There is a limited amount of spots available in each program. If a program fills, you will be placed on a waitlist for the event. If an available spot opens, you will be contacted and placed on the active program list.

Please be on time for programs. If you are not present by the start of the program, your place in the program is not guaranteed.

If you are unable to attend a program you are registered for, please let us know so we can alert those on the waitlist. Contact the Children's Department at 631-234-9333 x6 to cancel.

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