REGISTRATION BEGINS ON John Jason Quartet ISA185

BUS TRIPSADULT PROGRAMSBrooklyn Holiday Lights Bus TripISA440Date: Saturday, December 2Fee: 82.00Bus departs East Islip Library: 11:30 amBus departs Islip Library: 11:45 amRegistration ends: Tuesday, November 14 at 9:00 pmPlease note: No refunds will be issued after Tuesday,November 14 at 9:00 pm unless your seat can be taken bysomeone else.Holiday Concert with the John Jason QuartetISA185Sunday, December 172:00 pmEnjoy a variety of popular live music (including holidayfavorites!) with the John Jason Quartet featuring vocals,keyboards, drums, guitar, sax, and trumpet.We will begin with a 1:30 pm luncheon at the well-lovedBrooklyn classic, Junior’s Restaurant – consistently awardedthe prize for the best cheesecake in New York City!Following lunch, we’ll meet our step-on tour guide, EliotNiles, to discover Brooklyn and experience the excitementof Brooklyn’s holiday lights! We will drive through thehistoric Park Slope neighborhood, featuring landmark19th Century homes. We’ll also see the majestic TriumphalArch at Grand Army Plaza, and stop at the Fulton FerryPier, to view Manhattan’s incandescent skyline. Our guidetells stories and traces origins of American winter holidaycelebrations. After sunset, we’ll view the remarkableholiday displays and decorations of the stately homesof Dyker Heights – an upscale neighborhood near theVerrazano Narrows. Imagine thousands of dazzling whiteand colored lights, 12-foot snowmen, reindeer, giganticnutcrackers, holiday carols, and much, much more. Joinus for a taste of this genuine, homegrown, over-the-topBrooklyn celebration. What a great way to begin theholiday season! Cost of trip includes transportation viaHampton Jitney Motorcoach, Luncheon at Junior’s andthree-hour tour with step-on tour guide Eliot Niles. Pleasenote that the coach bus cannot drive through the streets inDyker Heights; for this part of the tour we will be walkingso dress appropriately. Approximate return time: 9:00 pmSAVE THE DATE!Overnight Bus trip to Salem Massachusetts!Friday, April 6 – Saturday, April 7, 2018Overnight accommodations will be at The HawthorneHotel, located in the heart of Salem and walking distanceto many Salem attractions. Full details coming soon!Registration will begin in January 2018.4Eggnog Rum Bread with Chef Rob ScottISA186Wednesday, December 201:00 pmFee: 5.00Get ready to celebrate the holidays with a delicious spicedeggnog bread with Chef Rob Scott. Ready to take homeand bake! Please bring to class: 2 medium bowls, a 9x5 loafpan, a whisk, and rubber spatula.Coming soon Winter Concerts forJanuary and FebruarySave the dates!Divalicious! - From Broadway to the MetFavorite Tunes of Opera, Musical Theatre,Operetta, and the Great AmericanSongbookSunday, January 28 at 2:00 pmPenny Lane - Beatles Tribute BandSunday, February 25 at 2:00 pm

BIENVENIDOSEsquina españolLas clases son gratis. No se requiere tener una tarjeta de biblioteca. Paramás información, comuníquese con la Sra. LoDolce (631-581-5933 ext. 232 /alodolce@isliplibrary.org) o hable con nosotros en el escritorio de informacióny referencia.Grupo de conversación de inglés y españolISA1113 miércoles, el 1, 8 y 15 de noviembre11:00 am – 12:30 pmVen a nuestro grupo de conversación con Adriana LoDolce. Si deseasmejorar tu inglés o español conversacional estás invitado a asistir.Aprenderemos juntos con unas buenas conversaciones. Actividadessencillas estarán disponibles si necesitas traer a tus hijos pequeños.No necesitas inscribirte.Clases de inglés (nivel intermedio)ISA1432 jueves, el 2 y 9 de noviembre(las clases empezaron el 5 de octubre)6:30 – 8:30 pmEstas clases son para las personas que dominan los conceptosbásicos del lenguaje. Al finalizar este curso, el estudiante será capazde entender y formar oraciones más complejas y comunicarse eninglés con mayor confianza.COMPUTER CLASSESPrepárese para solicitar la ciudadaníaestadounidenseISA1725 martes, el 7 y 14 de noviembre(las clases empezaron el 17 de octubre)10:00 – 11:00 amEn este curso, usted practicará la entrevista y laspreguntas de la sección de educación cívica del examende naturalización.Cuentos BilingüesEl segundo jueves de cada mes6:30 – 7:00 pm(el 9 de noviembre y el 14 de diciembre)Recomendado para los niños de 3 meses a 10 años ysus cuidadoresDisfrute de cuentos y canciones en inglés y español. Seinvita a gente que hablen español o inglés a asistir. Unasala de juegos para niños pequeños estará disponibledespués de los cuentos. No necesitas inscribirte.See Front Cover forRegistration InformationComputer Classes are for Islip Library Cardholders onlyBook a Librarian: Tech AssistanceISA560Schedule a 30 minute one-on-one appointment with a librarianto assist you with computer or device help, e-downloads, onlinedatabases, and other library services. Fill out a form online from ourwebsite, or in the Library. For more information please call the AdultReference Desk (631) 581-5933. Please Note: This service is availableonly to Islip Library cardholders.NOVEMBERCanva - Graphic DesignISA573Wednesday, November 86:30 – 8:30 pmCreating your own graphic designs is easy with Canva. Join librarianGreg Klein in this hands-on class to learn how to create designs forwork and personal use. Canva offers the creation of logos, socialmedia posts, invitations, photo collages, business cards, infographicsand more! Please bring your email, Facebook, or Google accountusername and password to participate in this class. You must havebasic knowledge of computers and the Internet before taking thisclass.Windows 10ISA569Wednesday, November 296:30 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Greg Klein in this hands-on class to learn Windows 10 andits new features. Library laptops will be provided and you’re welcometo bring your own Windows 10 laptop. Please have your laptop fullycharged for the class and bring your power cord.DECEMBERIntroduction to Microsoft Excel: Part 1ISA511Wednesday, December 136:30 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Matt Wuthenow in this hands-onworkshop about Microsoft Excel. Excel is a softwareprogram used to create and manage spreadsheets.During this workshop you will learnthe basic features of MicrosoftExcel: how to input data into cells,add formulas, and how to formatthe sheet. This program is intendedfor those who already have basiccomputer knowledge.Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Part 2ISA512Wednesday, December 206:30 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Greg Klein in this hands-on workshopabout Microsoft Excel. During this workshop you willlearn how to create charts, graphs, and advancedformulas. You must have taken Introduction toMicrosoft Excel: Part 1 class, or have good knowledgeof Microsoft Excel before you take this class.5

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSPlease see Front Coverfor RegistrationInformationDates and Times For all programs you may register in person with a valid Islip Public Library card. You may register only members of yourimmediate family. A district resident may register non-district family members (infant, toddler and pre-K only) for a programrequiring an accompanying adult, provided that the district resident attends the program with the child(ren). Children too youngfor a program may attend with older preschool-aged siblings when a caregiver is required, with the exception of large familyprograms. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and have not called to have your child’s spot held, we will assumeyou are not planning to attend and will allow patrons in the library to fill available spots. If you do not want us to use a photo/video of your child, please tell the Library staff member coordinating the event before the program.CHILDREN’S “BOOKMOBILE” DISPLAYDo you have a special collection that you would like toshare in our Children’s “Bookmobile” display case? Forthree weeks you can share your personal artwork, erasers,stuffed animals, etc. See a Children’s Librarian for details.BOOK A LIBRARIAN: TECH ASSISTANCEDo you need assistance with the children’s computers,databases, or online tutor? Please register for assistanceusing the Book a Librarian link on the Islip Public Libraryhomepage.1000 Books Before Kindergarten or 1KB4K Club!Ages birth through 5 years (preschool-aged)Reading to your children, from birth through 5 years, isan important step in helping them acquire the skills theyneed to be ready to read. The Library can help you createa love of reading. Register to participate at the Children’sReference Desk. Receive a log or download the freeiPhone and Android app to keep track of books read. Forevery 100 books read, choose a prize!NOVEMBERBilingual StorytimeSecond Thursday of EACH monthThursday, November 96:30 pmRecommended for ages 3 months to 10 yearsand their caregiversEnjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Englishas well as Spanish speakers are welcome to attend.A playroom filled with toys for younger childrenwill be available for use following the story time!No registration necessary – all children and caregiversare welcome.Cuentos Bilingües (Gratis)El segundo jueves de cada mes9 de noviembre6:30 pmRecomendado para los niños de 3 meses a 10 añosy sus cuidadoresDisfrute de cuentos y canciones en inglés yespañol. Se invita a gente que hablen españolo inglés a asistir. Una sala de juegos para niñospequeños estará disponible después de los cuentos.No necesitas inscribirte.6Gobble, Gobble Turkey:Tots’ Night OutISJ771Monday, November 13 6:30 – 7:30 pmAges 18 months – preschool agewith caregiverGet ready for an hour’s worth of fun, filled with a craft,listening activities, movement, music, puzzles and more.Cornucopia Wall Hanging: Doreen and EllenISJ772Wednesday, November 155:00 – 5:45 pmGrades K – 3Celebrate the Thanksgiving season by creating a cornucopiawall hanging.Minecraft Mania:Michelle VamosISJ773Thursday,November 165:00 – 6:00 pmGrades 2 – 5Do you loveeverythingMinecraft? Createa one-of-a-kind Minecraft pixel craft, play Minecraft triviaand other Minecraft-inspired games. (Please Note: NoMinecraft computer games will be played today.)Drop-in Craft: ThanksgivingSaturday, November 1810:00 am – 4:00 pmAges 36 months – grade 6 with caregiverDrop in and create a unique Thanksgiving-themed craft witha variety of materials while supplies last. Children aged 9and under must be accompanied by an adult as per Librarypolicy.A Circle of FriendsISJ774Saturday, November 1810:30 – 11:30 amAges 24 months – grade 6 with caregiverPartner with your child in a calm, supportive environmentthat provides an intimate setting for learning throughsensory activities. Lisa Joy Walters, a NYS certified specialeducation teacher with over 20 years of experience, will beteaching this program, which is designed for children withdevelopmental delays, those along the autism spectrumand other special needs. This is an inclusive program and allchildren are welcome. If you need special accommodationsto attend, please contact us one week prior to program.

Turkey Time: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionISJ775Monday, November 201:30 – 2:15 pmAges 36 months – preschool age with caregiverJoin us for a special visit from the star of the month – TomTurkey. Meet our turkey, hear a story and create a craft.Book Talk:Lunch Lady and theBake Sale Banditby Jarrett J. KrosoczkaISJ776Monday, November 206:00 – 6:45 pmGrades 2 – 3Meet a crime-fighting lunch lady,with cool gadgets that capturebad guys who lurk around her school. Join us for adiscussion, including book trivia, crafts, games, and a snack.Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory:Plaza TheatricalISJ777Sunday, November 262:00 – 3:00 pmAges infant – grade 6with caregiverFeaturing the enchantingsongs from the 1971 GeneWilder movie, this deliciousadventure will light up ourstage with this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’sbeloved character.Movie PlaytimeISJ778Monday, November 2710:00 – 11:00 amAges 24 months – preschool age with caregiverCome watch some of your favorite movies that have abook tie-in. Then play with our toys and create a simplecraft.Terrarium Necklaces: Theresa MaritatoISJ779Monday, November 274:30 – 5:30 pmGrades 4 – 6Design a tiny garden inside a necklace! Yourcreation includes rocks, plants, and a tinygnome.Shake ‘N Make Music, Zoo Animals:Heather WelkesISJ780Tuesday, November 286:30 – 7:15 pmAges infants – preschool age with caregiverUsing original music as well as familiar tunes, Miss Heatherturns it up a notch, using shaker eggs, rhythm sticks, teddybears, and pompoms to get kids up and moving.Book Talk:Missing May by Cynthia RylantISJ781Wednesday, November 296:30 – 7:30 pmGrades 4 – 6Twelve-year-old Summer, her quirkyclassmate Cletus, and her Uncle Obset off on a journey to find a way tocontact her beloved (and deceased)Aunt May. Come join our discussion of this funny andheartwarming book. Refreshments will be served.Paws for Reading, Children Read to a DogISJ782Thursday, November 307:00 – 8:00 pmThis program is for any child (with caregiver)who is practicing reading.Practice reading aloud to Pennythe Pug or Vinny the Shih Tzu. Thedogs’ handlers, Michele Bontempiand Joanne Giordano, will bepresent. These registered therapydogs from Pet Partners providea fun, non-judgmentalatmosphereforchildren to practicereading aloud. Pleaseregisterforone10-minute time slotwith either Penny orVinny.Tween GamesFriday, December 13:00 – 4:30 pmGrades 4 – 6Drop in and play with our brand new Nintendo Switch!We also have PS4, Minecraft, and traditional games. Feelfree to bring your own labelled board games, or E-ratedvideo games to share.Pet Pals: Cornell Cooperative ExtensionISJ783Monday, December 45:00 – 6:00 pmGrades K – 5Explore the many small pets you can have inyour home, such as rabbits, guinea pigs,hamsters, gerbils, and mice. Every animalhas different needs and characteristics, andwe will investigate all aspects of pets, fromwhat they like to eat to where they like tolive. Meet our pet palsfor a hands-on experience!7

Great Big Fish: Tots’ Night OutISJ788Monday, December 116:30 – 7:30 pmAges 18 months – preschool age with caregiverGet ready for an hour’s worth of fun, filled with a craft,listening activities, movement, music, puzzles, and more.Happy Holiday Mailbox: Doreen and EllenISJ789Tuesday, December 125:00 – 5:45 pmGrades K – 3Using an empty cereal box, create a festive decoration tostore your holiday cards. Bring an empty, average-sizedcereal box to this program.Let’s Move with PlayHoorayISJ784Tuesday, December 510:30 – 11:15 amAges infant – preschool age with caregiverHave a groovy time playing, dancing, marching, and PlayingHooray!Build a HolidayTree Ornament:Catherine MartinISJ785Tuesday, December 5Grades K – 36:00 – 6:45 pmGrades 4 – 67:00 – 7:45 pmHave a blast decorating asoft, tree-shaped ornament using charms, beads, buttons,glitter, sprinkles, shells, and more! Let the holidays beginwith this engaging craft!Book BuddiesISJ786Wednesday, December 65:00 – 5:45 pmAges 48 months – grade 3Teen volunteers will be on hand toread and listen as kids practicereading. Share some specialreading time with a big kid.Enjoy reading uniquenon-circulating pop-upbooks. Snacks provided.Find it at the Supermarket:A Time for KidsISJ787Thursday, December 71:30 – 2:30 pmAges 18 months – preschool age with caregiverGet ready for an hour’s worth of fun, filled with a craft,listening activities, movement, music, puzzles, and more.8Lego Block PartyISJ790Wednesday, December 135:00 – 5:45 pmGrades K – 6Are you ready to build? Come to ourLego program and build somethinggrand. The best creationswill be featuredon our Library’sFacebook page.Bilingual StorytimeSecond Thursday of EACH monthThursday, December 146:30 pmRecommended for ages 3 months to 10 yearsand their caregiversEnjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. Englishas well as Spanish speakers are welcome to attend.A playroom filled with toys for younger childrenwill be available for use following the story time!No registration necessary – all children and caregiversare welcome.Cuentos Bilingües (Gratis)El segundo jueves de cada mesjueves, el 14 de diciembre6:30 pmRecomendado para los niños de 3 meses a 10 añosy sus cuidadoresDisfrute de cuentos y canciones en inglés yespañol. Se invita a gente que hablen españolo inglés a asistir. Una sala de juegos para niñospequeños estará disponible después de los cuentos.No necesitas inscribirte.Caregiver and Me Signing,Holiday Food: Lisamarie CurleyISJ791Friday, December 1510:30 – 11:15 amInfant – preschool age with caregiverYou can learn to sign at any age. Preschoolers who signare learning a second language. Babies who learn signlanguage have the ability to tell you what they want beforethey can talk. Help your child develop future literacy. Wesing, we play, and we sign. Come have fun with us.

Drop-in Craft: Winter/HolidaysSaturday, December 1610:00 am – 4:00 pmAges 36 months – grade 6 with caregiverDrop in and create a unique winter/holiday-themed craft with a variety ofmaterials while supplies last. Children aged 9 and under must be accompaniedby an adult as per Library policy.CHILDREN’SP RO G R A M SExplore and Discover Winter: Lynn LoganISJ792Monday, December 1810:30 – 11:15 amAges 36 months – preschool age with caregiverListen to a story and make connections through songs, flannel boards, and severallearning stations incorporating crafts, letters, numbers, and fine and gross motorskills.Reindeer Cupcakes: Baking CoachISJ793Tuesday, December 19Grades 4 – 64:30 – 5:30 pmGrades K – 35:45 – 6:45 pmDesign three reindeer holiday cupcakesto share with your friends and family.Drop-in Kit: Rigamajig JuniorTuesday, December 26 – Friday, December 29Ages 36 months – grade 6Rigamajig Junior is a building kit conceived forhands-on free play and learning. It’s a collectionof wooden planks, wheels, pulleys, nuts, bolts, andrope designed to engage the inquisitive mind andcreative spirit of children. Through play, childrenthink three dimensionally, create physically, and workcollaboratively. Building with this simple set of partshelps young learnerscombine imaginationwith cognitive thinkingand invention, embraceprocess over outcome,and empowers themto be makers of theirown world. Children aged 9 and under must beaccompanied by an adult as per Library policy.Drop-in Kit: OzobotsTuesday, December 26 – Friday, December 29Ages grades 2 – 6Ozobot Bit is a small robot that can see colors, followlines and detect intersections on shapes you draw onpaper or a digital screen. It changes commands basedon what color the lines are: spinning, speeding upor slowing down,and other tricks.Children aged 9and under mustbe accompaniedby an adult as perLibrary policy.9

TEEN PROGRAMSFor Islip Library cardholders in grades 7-12SEE FRONT COVER FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATIONNOVEMBERMason Jar ‘Scarecrow’ISY245Monday, November 137:00 – 8:00 pmStart with a large clear glass mason jar and paint it withcoco color paint. After it dries, draw a face with magicmarker. Glue or paint on eyes, then add decorations likeraffia, burlap, ribbons, leaves, or flowers to create your ownunique scarecrow-style jar.After School Book ClubISY243Wednesday, November 153:30 – 4:30 pmTalk about some new teen books with your friends whileyou enjoy snacks.Lip Balms and Body LotionsISY250Monday, November 277:00 – 8:30 pmHave you ever wondered what goes into making a lip balmor body lotion? Have you have read the ingredients list onsome products and been put off by the unpronounceablenames? In this fun and informative class create your ownproducts and control what goes in them. Follow TaraPenske, certified aromatherapist as you learn step-by-stephow essential oils and other natural products can be usedto make lip balms and lotions.Wooden Decorated Holiday Picture FrameISY252

filling out forms and applications, and get referrals to agencies . this presentation by a representative from the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP.) The Basics of Memory Loss, Dementia, . an Islip Library