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Unsung Heroes: African American Medical Pioneers

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

African Americans have been at the forefront of many important medical advances. Discover the contributions of Pittsburgh’s freedom house, ambulance corps, the first in the nation,...

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

African Americans have been at the forefront of many important medical advances.

Hula Hooping Fitness

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Using a variety of "adult sized" hoops, attendees will stretch, learn the basics as well as tricks and choreography. Hooping is great cardio, increases strength, balance, coordinat...

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Using a variety of "adult sized" hoops, attendees will stretch, learn the basics as well as tricks and choreography. Hooping is great cardio, increases strength, balance, coordination and is fantastic low impact fun.

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

Barre(less) Barre

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join instructor Alana Bergen for an energizing low-impact class that is designed to strengthen, tone and balance the entire body utilizing traditional barre movements without the b...

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join instructor Alana Bergen for an energizing low-impact class that is designed to strengthen, tone and balance the entire body utilizing traditional barre movements without the barre.

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Infants
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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.

Play With Me Toddlers: Ages 2-4

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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.

Board Game Afternoon

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of classic and new board games. Light refreshments will be provided.

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of classic and new board games. Light refreshments will be provided.

Sensory Storytime: Ages 2-5

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Join A Time For Kids, Inc. for this hands-on program including music, movement, sensory toys and bins, a craft, and more!

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join A Time For Kids, Inc. for this hands-on program including music, movement, sensory toys and bins, a craft, and more!

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.

Lotus Tealight Holder

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 25

Baby Bookworms: Ages birth- 23 months

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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.

Little Bookworms: Ages 2-4

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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.

Friday Movies Black History Month: American Fiction

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

American Fiction

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

American Fiction

The Paul Effman Band: Love Songs Through the Years

Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:45pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Live band performance Highlighting love songs from the 1930’s through the present day.  

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Live band performance Highlighting love songs from the 1930’s through the present day. 

 

Pilates

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Classic pilates class going through the exercises developed by Joseph Pilates

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Classic pilates class going through the exercises developed by Joseph Pilates

Monday Night Knit & Crochet Circle

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult Reference Space at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Adult Reference Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

Hula Hooping Fitness

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Fitness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Using a variety of "adult sized" hoops, attendees will stretch, learn the basics as well as tricks and choreography. Hooping is great cardio, increases strength, balance, coordinat...

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fitness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Using a variety of "adult sized" hoops, attendees will stretch, learn the basics as well as tricks and choreography. Hooping is great cardio, increases strength, balance, coordination and is fantastic low impact fun.

Tuesday Morning Knit & Crochet Circle

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Share techniques, and enjoy the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

From Sea Shanties to Hip Hop: Ages 7-12

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children, School Age
Event Details:

Did you know that whaling was America's first integrated industry? Discover the remarkable contributions made by African-American whalers, including to the music sailors sang at se...

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, School Age
Program Type: Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Did you know that whaling was America's first integrated industry? Discover the remarkable contributions made by African-American whalers, including to the music sailors sang at sea!

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.

Play With Me Babies: Ages birth- 23 months

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Infants
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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.

Play With Me Toddlers: Ages 2-4

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor and reap the developmental benefits of playing with your child in this friendly, relaxed playtime. 

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Roll up your sleeves, get on the floor 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.

Board Game Night

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of classic and new board games. Light refreshments will be provided.

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Enjoy a variety of classic and new board games. Light refreshments will be provided.

Baby Bookworms: Ages birth- 23 months

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Infants
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Infants
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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.

Little Bookworms: Ages 2-4

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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.

Friday Movies Black History Month: Devotion

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Central Islip Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Devotion

Required
Library Branch: Central Islip Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Devotion