Islip Public Library
71 Monell Avenue
Islip, NY  11751
(631) 581-5933
reference@isliplibrary.org
 
What's new at the Islip Public Library! 
Given the current state of the resurgence of
COVID-19, the Library is readjusting its operations to curbside and virtual services for patrons. This will continue until further notice.  Library staff will offer curbside and telephone services during these hours:
 
Mon, Tue, Thu:
10 am - 4 pm 
 
Wed:
10 am - 9 pm 
 
Fri:
10 am - 5 pm 
 
Sat: 
11 am to 3 pm
 
Grab N' Go contactless service and reference service is available in the lobby of the main entrance.
Face masks are required.

Join us for Online Programs via Zoom &
Facebook Live!
ZOOM:  Register online, call us at 631-581-5933 or email us at reference@isliplibrary.org for the Zoom link.
FACEBOOK:  Go to Islip Public Library on Facebook on the date and time of the program.
Adult Virtual Programs: 
At-Home Interval Workout with Joy Walker 
via Facebook Live 
Every Thursday @11 am - 12 noon
 
Join Joy on Facebook Live for this at-home interval training workout! Grab a chair and a pair of light hand weights.
 
Get Ready!  Book Discussion via Zoom:
Book Discussion with Author Zoom-in 
Thursday, January 21  @6:30 pm
 
Based on one of America's most notorious real-life scandals--in which Georgia Tann, director of a Memphis-based adoption organization, kidnapped and sold poor children to wealthy families all over the country--Lisa Wingate's riveting, wrenching, and ultimately uplifting tale reminds us how, even though the paths we take can lead to many places, the heart never forgets where we belong.
Following our discussion, the author, Lisa Wingate will "Zoom-in"
for a question & answer session and general discussion!
 
Language Learning: 
Virtual English and Spanish Conversation Group
via Zoom
Wednesdays, January 13, 20, 27; February 3   
@11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Join librarian Adriana LoDolce for this informal conversation group. Anyone who wants to improve his/her English speaking skills, as well as anyone who wants to improve his/her Spanish speaking skills, is invited to attend. Let’s learn from each other and get some good conversations going! Conversation starters will be provided.
Registrants will receive an invitation to join this Zoom conference via email.
 
 
Save the dates! 
Virtual American Sign Language for Beginners
via Zoom
Thursdays:  January 21 - February 11 
 @7:00 – 8:00 pm
 
Join Professor Nancy O’Donnell (formerly of Molloy College) via Zoom and learn to sign. This program is intended for learners 16 years of age and over.  
Registrants will receive an invitation to join this Zoom program via email.
Later this month .... 
Rhythm Road Across the Americas:  Virtual Concert
At the Piano with Alexander Wu
via Zoom
Thursday, January 28 @7:00 pm
 
Enjoy this live performance, via Zoom featuring the last century of music from North and South America through different time periods, cultures and styles of the modern era:  early American folk music and spirituals, to the early popular jazz, Hollywood film score and Latin American Classics.
This performance, mixed with commentary will feature the music of 
Elmer Bernstein, Leonard Bernstein, Modesta Bor, Dave Brubeck, Harry T. Burleigh, Chick Corea, Duke Ellington, Bill Evans, Nathaniel Dett, Florence Price,
George Gershwin, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Scott Joplin, Ernesto Lecuona, Alex North, Oscar Peterson, Ástor Piazzolla, Dana Suesse and Mary Lou Willams. 
 
Hey Teens!
Grab N' Go Crafts for Teens!
 
 
 
 
D & D on Discord
Saturday, January 16 
@1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Email us your Discord name to join our Teen server!
Play D&D with us or just chat with other Islip teens!
 
 
 
Grab N' Go Crafts!
Sparkly Penguin Painting
Recommended for Grades 2-6.
Join artist Kathy R. for a fun and informative virtual painting class. You will receive tips and tricks through instructional videos to assist you in making your Sparkly Penguin Painting masterpiece.
Videos: Part 1. Part 2.
 
 
3D Coloring Puzzles
 
Make Your Own Puzzle
 
Adorable Mini Yarn Hat
Monkey Around Bookmark
 
 
Children's Virtual Programs: 
Musical Mother Goose and More
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Every Tuesday @ 10:30 am
Interest: Infant - 5 years old. 
 
Have fun with songs, fingerplays and rhymes! No registration required.
Happy Birds Virtual Performing Parrot Show
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Tuesday, January 12 @ 6:30 pm
Interest: Family
Please join us for a virtual performance starring talented and famous parrots from Happy Birds. Learn about the birds as they perform tricks, talk and sing. Colorful macaws and cockatoos will ride a bike, scooter, play basketball and much more! These amazing birds have appeared in the Guinness Book of World Records and televisions shows including the Tonight Show, Ellen and Pet Star. No registration required.
Online Storytime, Oh My! Brrr,
It's Cold Outside
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Wednesday, January 13 @ 11:00 am
Interest: children ages 36 months to 5 years
 
Join librarian Jane Hoffman for an online storytime featuring stories and rhymes. All registered patrons will be guaranteed a tie-in craft available curbside at the library.
Fabulous Facebook Storytime
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Every Friday @ 10:30 am
Interest: Ages 2.5 - Grade 1

Come and hang out with Ms. Ferrari to hear some stories, learn some facts, sing some songs, and more! No registration required.
Other Library News: 
New Museum Pass Now Available! 
The Mission of the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center of Nassau County is to teach the history of the Holocaust and its lessons through education and community outreach. They teach about the dangers of antisemitism, racism, bullying and all manifestations of intolerance. They promote resistance to prejudice and advocate respect for every human being.
 
Click here for more information and to reserve a museum pass! 
 
Some of our other available passes: 

Long Island Children's Museum 
Empire Pass: 
Access to New York State Parks and Beaches
Fire Island
Lighthouse
 
Please note:  
CALL AHEAD and check their websites before traveling to any of the museums as there may be changes in hours, special closures, health guidelines, and/or other restrictions. 
Islip Public Library
71 Monell Avenue
Islip, New York 11751
(631) 581-5933
www.isliplibrary.org