For Children and FamiliesSpoon Man ISJ389Tuesday, August 7, 7:00 – 7:45 pm

Ages: Infant – Grade 6 (with caregiver)Stop sitting around the house getting all tarnished up and come out and have some clean fun! The Spoon Man is a published author who offers a hilarious interactive comedy program for all ages. He gives a real stirring performance. Everyone will really eat him up. No bibs required. The Spoon Man has a totally clean act. He never uses dirty silverware. The Spoon Man will leave a lasting impression after playing on you (literally). It’s a spoonful of family fun. His program contains several outrageous impressions including Glen Miller and Elvis combining together, a heavy metal spoon player and a rap spoon player. He has an audience sing-a-long competition. He creates a mountain band out of members of the audience. You may also see him play forks and knives. In addition, if that is still not enough, everyone has an opportunity to get “Spooned.”

Summer Concert: Just Sixties ISA232 Saturday, July 28, 2:00 pm Rock it out and re-live the music, fads, and culture of the Sixties with the country’s longest running sixties tribute band, Just Sixties. Rediscover the bubblegum classics, psychedelic hits, protest songs, folk-rock, and heavy metal thunder from artists like the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, Sonny and Cher, Simon and Garfunkel, the Temptations, the Monkees, and so much more. Listen to authentic renditions of the timeless classics...

Build Me Up Buttercup, I’m a Believer, Me and Bobby McGee, Sweet Caroline, I’ve Got You Babe, To Sir with Love, California Dreamin’ and some “one-hit wonders.” Take their trivia quizzes and test your knowledge about toys, TV shows, and musical groups from the most memorable decade in music history...the Sixties! Enjoy light refreshments following the performance.

Special Summer Performances!For Adults and Teens:

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PROGRAM REGISTRATIONREGISTRATION BEGINS ON MONDAY, JULY 2 In-person: 5:30 pm – Children 6:00 pm – Adult/Teen/Computer

Online:7:00 pm – Adult/Teen/ Computer & Children

Telephone: 7:00 pm – Adult/Teen/Computer

Telephone: Tuesday, July 39:00 am - Children

For Adult Programs and Bus Trips: Out-of-district patrons may register beginning Thursday, July 5 at 9:00 am.

For Children’s Programs: Online, please use your child(ren)’s library card and password, and enter all required information.Out-of-district patrons may register (space allowing) beginning July 16, except where noted.

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Summer Time is Reading Time!Join one of our reading clubs: We have clubs for children, teens, and adults too! Read and win prizes! Look inside for all the information!

ADULT PROGRAMS SEE FRONT COVER FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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English for the Entire Family: Pronunciation ISA143Thursdays (every other week): July 5, 19; August 2, 16, 306:00 – 7:00 pmLearn to communicate in English with greater confidence. Adults and children (with adult caregivers) are welcome.

Morning Games Fridays: July 6 – August 31 9:30 am – 12:30 pm(Note: No meeting on May 18)Have fun and meet new people at the Library to play your favorite board or card game - Bridge, Mah Jongg, Scrabble, Pinochle, Canasta, Chess… or whatever you’d like. BYOG (Bring your own games). No registration is necessary. This program is only for adults.

Senior Advocate Monday, July 9 10:00 am – 12:00 noonAn advocate from the Suffolk County Office of the Aging will be available to answer your questions regarding various programs and services for seniors. You can receive help in filling out forms and applications, and get referrals to agencies that may be of further assistance. No registration is necessary for this one-on-one, walk-in service. Anyone with questions regarding services to seniors is welcome. This service is available every other month at the Library. Senior Advocates are also available at various other locations and times; enquire at the Adult Reference Desk for more information.

Quilting Workshop ISA187Wednesday, July 11 6:30 pmThe Quilting Workshop continues! Professional quilters Gloria Bleidner and Sandra Sievers will instruct quilters of all skill levels on quilting techniques (curves, angles, fat quarters, shapes, blocks, squares). Complete details will be available when you register. Newcomers are welcome!

Rock ‘n’ Roll Aerobics ISA227 Fridays: July 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17, 249:30 – 10:30 amFee: $30.00This class led by Joy Walker is a low impact aerobics workout set to rock ‘n’ roll music!

AARP Defensive Driving ISA106Saturday, July 14 9:00 am – 4:00 pmFee: $20.00 AARP members / $25.00 non-AARP membersAARP sponsors this one-day course geared for drivers aged 50 and over. Fee via check or money order, payable to AARP, is due upon registration. No cash accepted. You must register in person for this class; a separate check or money order and an Islip Library card is required for each registrant. You must bring your NYS Driver’s License to the class. Please arrive to the program on time otherwise you will not be admitted.

Summer Stargazing on the Terrace ISA228Monday, July 16 8:00 pm*Rain date: Thursday, July 19 at 8:00 pmRandall DiGiuseppe from the Custer Institute returns to the Library and will have his telescope set up out on our terrace for summer stargazing. Please note the alternate date in the event of rain or cloudy weather.

Early Stage Meetup: Alzheimer’s Association 8 Tuesdays: July 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 4 11:00 am – 12:00 noonBuild a support system with people who understand. This support group is for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s Disease and offers creative activities and discussions that will encourage social engagement, disease education, cognitive stimulation, and a supportive environment. A caregiver support group will run concurrently in a separate room. Please call the 24/7 Alzheimer’s Association Helpline at 800.272.3900 to pre-register.

English and French Discussion Group ISA1114 Tuesdays: July 17, 24, 31; August 14 (no meeting on August 7) English and Spanish Discussion Group ISA1115 Wednesdays: July 18, 25; August 1, 15, 22 (no meeting on August 8)11:00 am – 12:30 pmJoin librarian Adriana LoDolce for this informal discussion group. Anyone who wants to improve his/her English literacy and speaking skills, as well as anyone who wants to improve his/her Spanish or French literacy and speaking skills, is invited to attend. Let’s learn from each other and get some good conversations going! Bilingual reading materials will be provided and read together during the group meetings. Quiet activities for young children will be available for those who need to bring along their little ones. You do not need to sign up in advance, but it would be helpful to know how many patrons to expect. Walk-ins are welcome!

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Adult Summer Reading Club

Libraries Rock! ISA145

June 16 – August 23

Registration is already underway! Open to Islip Library cardholders only. Submit two or more book reviews and receive a surprise gift, an invitation to our summer reading club party, and have your name entered into a raffle to win another prize!

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Rock ‘n’ Roll Coaster Craft ISA229 Tuesday, July 17 7:00 pm Fee: $5.00Join librarian Alicia Collumbell and make a set of coasters with a rock ‘n’ roll theme!

Book Discussion: The LobsterChronicles: Life on a Very Small Island ISA230Friday, July 20 11:00 am – 12:30 pmJoin librarian Alicia Collumbell for a discussion of The Lobster Chronicles: Life on a Very Small Island by Linda Greenlaw. After 17 years at sea, Linda Greenlaw decided it was time to take a break from being a swordboat captain, the career that would earn her a prominent role in Sebastian Junger’s The Perfect Storm and a portrayal in the subsequent film. Greenlaw decided to move back home, to a tiny island seven miles off the Maine coast. There, she would pursue a simpler life as a lobsterman, find a husband, and settle down…but all doesn’t go as planned. The lobsters refuse to crawl out from under their rocks and into the traps she and her father have painstakingly set. Fellow islanders draw her into bizarre intrigues, and the eligible bachelors prove even more elusive than the lobsters. Just when she thinks things can’t get worse, something happens that forces her to reevaluate everything she thought she knew about life, luck, and lobsters. Filled with nautical detail and the dramas of small-town life, this memoir is a celebration of family and community. Refreshments will be provided. A copy of the book will be available to check out upon registration at the Adult Reference Desk, beginning Monday, July 2.

Rockin’ Summer Film Series ISA226

Join us on Tuesday nights and/or Friday afternoons for these Rock ‘n’ Roll Classics!

The Jazz Singer (1980) Tuesday, July 106:45 pmLaurence Olivier, Neil Diamond, Lucie Arnaz. PG | 1h 55min

Great Balls of Fire (1989) Friday, July 132:00 pmDennis Quaid, Winona Ryder, John Doe. PG-13 | 1h 48min

Eddie and the Cruisers (1983) Tuesday, July 247:00 pmTom Berenger, Michael Paré, Joe Pantoliano. PG | 1h 35min

Surprise Film! Tuesday, July 317:00 pmIf you enjoyed last week’s film, you won’t want to miss this Tuesday night surprise!

Get On Up (2014) Friday, August 32:00 pmChadwick Boseman, Nelsan Ellis, Dan Aykroyd. PG-13 | 2h 19min

The Buddy Holly Story (1978) Tuesday, August 147:00 pmGary Busey, Don Stroud, Charles Martin Smith. PG | 1h 54min

Cadillac Records (2008) Friday, August 172:00 pmAdrien Brody, Jeffrey Wright, Beyoncé. R | 1h 49min

La Bamba (1987) Tuesday, August 217:00 pmLou Diamond Phillips, Esai Morales, Rosanna DeSoto. PG-13 | 1h 48min

Why Do Fools Fall in Love (1998) Friday, August 242:00 pmHalle Berry, Vivica A. Fox, Lela Rochon. R | 1h 56min

Opening Night Ice Cream Party Tuesday, July 10 6:15 pmJoin us on opening night for an ice cream social before the showing of The Jazz Singer.

Bilingual Healthy Smoothie Alternatives: Tropical Smoothie Cafe ISA231Saturday, July 28 10:00 – 11:00 amLearn and sample new smoothie recipes to quench your thirst while improving your English or Spanish speaking skills. Adults and children (with adult caregivers) are welcome.

Summer Concert: Just Sixties ISA232Saturday, July 28 2:00 pmRock it out and re-live the music, fads and culture of the Sixties with the country’s longest running sixties tribute band, Just Sixties. Rediscover the bubblegum classics, psychedelic hits, protest songs, folk-rock and heavy metal thunder from artists like the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, Sonny and Cher, Simon and Garfunkel, the Temptations, the Monkees, and so much more. Listen to authentic renditions of the timeless classics...Build Me Up Buttercup, I’m a Believer, Me and Bobby McGee, Sweet Caroline, I’ve Got You Babe, To Sir with Love, California Dreamin’ and some “one-hit wonders.” Take their trivia quizzes and test your knowledge about toys, TV shows and musical groups from the most memorable decade in music history...the Sixties! Enjoy light refreshments following the performance.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Jeopardy ISA233Monday, August 6 12:00 pmTeams will play a fun game of Jeopardy (using buzzers)! $10.00 gift cards will be awarded to each member on the winning team. The game includes questions about music, movies, Broadway, and more – plus, of course, Final Jeopardy. Bring your lunch along - we will provide beverages and snacks!

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Le Rivage Restaurant & Harbor Lights Cruise ISA446 Date: Saturday, September 8Bus departs East Islip Library: 12:00 pm Bus departs Islip Library: 12:15 pm Fee: $100.00 Registration begins: Monday, July 2 at 6:00 pmRegistration ends: Tuesday, July 31 at 9:00 pm No refunds will be issued after Tuesday, August 7 unless we can fill your seat. We’ll begin our day with a 2:00 pm luncheon at Le Rivage Restaurant, a French bistro serving classic fare in an old-world, rustic setting. Following lunch, you will have some time on your own in Central Park and the nearby vicinity to explore. Afterwards, we’ll board the coach bus and head to the Circle Line for a two hour Harbor Lights Cruise. Nothing quite compares to a NYC sunset cruise with city lights glistening like diamonds on the water. Sail within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty; enjoy stunning panoramic views of midtown and lower Manhattan at sunset and after dark; cruise under the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg Bridges. Learn something new from the insightful narration of one of the Circle Line’s world famous guides. Cost of trip includes transportation via Hampton Jitney motorcoach, luncheon at Le Rivage, and Circle Line Harbor Lights Cruise. Please Note: The bus driver gratuity is not included.Approximate return time: 10:30 pm

Brooklyn Bridge and Backstage at Radio City Music Hall ISA447 Date: Saturday, October 13Bus departs East Islip Library parking lot: 8:00 am Bus departs Islip Library parking lot: 8:15 amRegistration begins: Monday, July 2 at 6:00 pmRegistration ends: Tuesday, September 4 at 9:00 pm Fee: $89.00Our day will begin in Brooklyn with a walk through historic Brooklyn Heights. We will then walk across the Brooklyn Bridge as a group with our tour guide Jason Schuman from Romancing Manhattan Tours (please note: we will walk across the bridge rain or shine; anyone who does not want to walk across the bridge can ride in the coach bus across the Manhattan bridge). After our walk across the bridge, lunch will be on your own at the Hudson Eats Food Court located in Battery Park. Our day concludes with a backstage tour of Radio City Music Hall. Cost of trip includes transportation via motorcoach, step-on tour guide Jason Schuman, and backstage tour of Radio City Music Hall. Please Note: Lunch and bus driver gratuity is not included.Approximate return time: 7:00 pm

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Blood Drive Wednesday, August 8 1:00 – 7:00 pmThe Islip Library will be hosting a blood drive, run by Long Island Blood Services, a division of New York Blood Center. Eligibility Criteria: valid ID; minimum weight of 110 lbs.; age between 16 - 76 yrs.; and no tattoos in past 12 months. Your donation will help to save up to three lives! Each donor will receive one free P.O.P. bracelet to Adventureland! No registration necessary.

Guitar for Beginners ISA234 4 Wednesdays: August 22, 29; September 5, 12 7:00 – 8:00 pm Fee: $15.00Bring your guitar and rock it out with Adam King! During this four-week workshop, you will learn the basics of guitar, as you get ready to play an entire song! Please Note: a four-week guitar rental through the instructor will be available for those without a guitar.

Book Discussion: The Sense of an Ending ISA235Thursday, August 23 7:00 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Carol Curtis for a discussion of the award-winning novel, The Sense of an Ending, by Julian Barnes. This is the story of a man coming to terms with the past. Tony Webster and his clique of boys meet Adrian Finn (a little more serious and certainly more intelligent) at school. The boys navigate their way through adolescence, swearing to stay friends forever. But Adrian’s life takes a turn into tragedy, and all of them, especially Tony, move on and do their best to forget. Tony, now in contented middle age, gets a letter from a lawyer announcing an unexpected bequest. This leads him on a determined search through a past suddenly turned murky. How do you carry on, contentedly, when events conspire to upset all your vaunted truths? The book was made into a 2017 movie starring Jim Broadbent and Charlotte Rampling. Refreshments will be provided. Registration begins on July 2. A copy of the book will be available to check out beginning July 19.

On-Your-Own LIRR Trip to NYC ISA173Date: Saturday, August 25Cost: $10.00/person for round-trip ticket Cash, check, or money order payable to Islip Public Library Meet at the Islip Train Station: 8:50 am Travel at group discount on the Long Island Railroad, departing from the Islip train station. With your ticket you can return home ANYTIME the SAME DAY. On the day of the trip, please arrive at the Islip train station by 8:50 am where you will be issued your return ticket(s) by a Library staff member. Please make sure that you receive your return ticket(s) before you board the train. Everyone will board the 9:02 am train as a group and must sit in the FIRST CAR from Islip to Jamaica and from Jamaica to Penn Station (change trains in Jamaica). Then you’re on your own! Come home anytime that day (before midnight). Please note: Last day to register is Tuesday, August 21 by 9:00 pm.

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BIENVENIDOSEsquina español

Inglés para toda la familia: Pronunciación ISA143 5 jueves (cada dos semanas), el 5 y 19 de julio; el 2, 16 y 30 de agosto 6:00 – 7:00 pmEn estas clases aprenderás a comunicarte en inglés con mayor confianza. Los adultos y niños acompañados por un adulto son bienvenidos.

Grupo de conversación de inglés y español ISA111 5 miércoles, el 18 y 25 de julio; el 1, 15 y 22 de agosto (no habrá clase el 8 de agosto) 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Ven a nuestro grupo de discusión con Adriana LoDolce. Si deseas mejorar tus habilidades de lectura y conversación en inglés o español estás invitado a asistir. Aprenderemos juntos con unas buenas conversaciones. Se proporcionarán materiales de lectura bilingüe que se leerán juntos durante las reuniones del grupo. Actividades sencillas estarán disponibles si necesitas traer a tus hijos pequeños. No necesitas inscribirte.

Batidos Saludables: Tropical Smoothie Cafe ISA231sábado, el 28 de julio 10:00 – 11:00 am Aprende y prueba nuevas recetas de batidos mientras mejoras tus habilidades de conversación en inglés. Los adultos y niños acompañados por un adulto son bienvenidos. Una oportunidad para ayudar a otros ISJ355 jueves, el 23 de agosto 6:00 – 6:45 pm Prepare sándwiches de mortadela y queso para Mercy Soup Kitchen en Wyandanch. Luego decora una roca con expresiones de bondad para el jardín de la biblioteca o el tuyo. No es necesario para participar, pero si puedes por favor trae dos barras de pan, un paquete de mortadela, una libra de queso americano rebanado y una piedra por familia. Ritmos Latinos ISA238jueves, el 30 de agosto 7:00 – 8:00 pmAprende nuevos movimientos de baile mientras mejoras tu inglés. Los adultos y niños acompañados por un adulto son bienvenidos.

Outsmart Aging: A Plan for Feeling Youthful ISA236 Tuesday, August 28 7:00 pm Maintaining an energetic, vibrant feeling throughout life takes effort and knowledge about your body. Join Dr. Matthew Raider, Coordinating Director of the Geriatric Teaching Program at Middlesex Hospital in Connecticut, who will provide insights into how to use food, supplements, and exercise to stay active and independent. He will also demonstrate a useful and simple meditation technique.

Summer Cooking Demo with Chef Charlie ISA237 Wednesday, August 29 7:00 pm Fee: $5.00 Celebrate the dwindling days of summer with a demo and tasting with Chef Charlie Walsh.

Save the Date! Saturday, November 3, 2018 Peddler’s Village Apple FestivalBuck’s County PennsylvaniaLook for full trip details in our September/October newsletter!

Latin Rhythms Bilingual Dancing with Miss Adriana Sala-Mascari ISA238Thursday, August 30 7:00 – 8:00 pmEnjoy Latin dancing while improving your English or Spanish speaking skills with Miss Adriana Sala-Mascari. Adults and children (with adult caregivers) are welcome.

Attention Business Owners: JOB FAIR coming soon to the Islip Public Library! Monday, October 1, 2018 from 4:00 – 7:00 pmIs your business looking for new employees? Would you like to have a recruiting table at the Library Job Fair? Please come in to fill out an application for a table - or - contact us by mail with information about your company - or - visit our website at www.isliplibrary.org to fill out the online application.

Las clases son gratis. No se requiere tener una tarjeta de biblioteca. Para más información o para obtener ayuda gratis e individual de un bibliotecario con una cita de aproximadamente 30 minutos comuníquese con la Sra. LoDolce (631-581-5933 ext. 232 / alodolce@isliplibrary.org) o hable con nosotros en el escritorio de información y referencia.

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COMPUTER CLASSES

Book a Librarian ISA560

Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with a librarian to assist you with computer or device help, e-downloads, online databases, and other library services. Fill out a form online from our website or at the Adult Reference Desk. For more information, please call and ask for Adult Reference (631) 581-5933. Please Note: This service is available only to Islip Library cardholders.

Introduction to Microsoft Powerpoint ISA528 Wednesday, July 11 7:00 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Greg Klein in this hands-on workshop about Microsoft PowerPoint. Microsoft PowerPoint is used to create slide presentations that can be projected or printed out as handouts. This program is intended for

those with basic computer knowledge who have a desire to learn Microsoft PowerPoint.

Genealogy Exploration Group ISA577 Thursday, July 12 11:00 am – 12:30 pmWednesday, August 1 7:00 – 8:30 pmCome work on your family history and network with other genealogy enthusiasts. Get some guidance from our genealogy librarian Greg Klein. A limited number of library laptops will be available, participants are welcome to bring their own laptop. All genealogy experience levels are welcome.

Tech Care ISA570 Wednesday, July 18 6:30 – 8:30 pmIs your smartphone or tablet running slowly? Join librarian Greg Klein for a presentation on how to keep your smartphones and tablets running quickly and smoothly. Androids, iPads, and iPhones will be covered in this class. For a hands-on experience bring your devices with you.

Streaming TV ISA578 Saturday, July 28 10:00 am – 12:00 pmStreaming TV services are an inexpensive alternative to cable TV for people looking to “cut the cord.” Librarian Greg Klein will share information about a variety of streaming services as well as about what equipment would be needed in order to stream.

Introduction to Microsoft Word: Part 1 ISA535 Wednesday, August 8 6:30 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Matt Wuthenow in this hands-on computer class. Microsoft Word is an advanced word processing program used in many offices and schools. During this workshop you will learn the basic features of Microsoft Word, how to enter data, format a document, and proof your work.

Please Note: This program is intended for those with basic computer knowledge.

Introduction to Microsoft Word: Part 2 ISA537Wednesday, August 15 6:30 – 8:30 pmJoin librarian Greg Klein in this hands-on computer class. You will learn more basic features of Microsoft Word, topics include: page layout, headers & footers, page numbering, spacing, lists, tables, and inserting images. You must have taken Introduction to Microsoft Word: Part 1 class, or have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word before you take this class.

Google Expeditions Wednesday, August 29 – Saturday, September 1 Google Expeditions, a new Virtual Reality exploring tool will be available from Wednesday, August 29 - Saturday, September 1. Visit the Great Wall of China, spend time in the International Space Station, walk through a museum, and so much more! Call us at (631) 581-5933 or stop by the Adult Reference Desk to set up your appointment or for more information.

Computer Classes are for Islip Library Cardholders only

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CHILDREN’S BOOKMOBILE DISPLAY Do you have a special collection that you would like to share in our Children’s Bookmobile display case? For three weeks you can show us your personal artwork, erasers, stuffed animals, etc. See a Children’s Librarian for details

BOOK A LIBRARIAN Do you need assistance with the children’s computers, databases, or online tutor? Please register for assistance using the Book a Librarian link on the Islip Public Library homepage.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten or 1KB4K Club!Ages birth through 5 years (preschool-aged)Reading to your children, from birth through 5 years, is an important step in helping them acquire the skills they need to be ready to read. The Library is here to help you create a love for reading. Register to participate at the Children’s Reference Desk. Receive a log or download the free iPhone and Android app to keep track of books read. For every 100 books read, choose a prize.

Tween Games Every Friday from 3:00 – 4:30 pmGrades 4 – 6Drop in and play Nintendo Switch, PS4, XBox One, and traditional games. Feel free to bring your own labelled board games, or E-rated video games to share. Islip patrons only.

Dance with Me: Great South Bay Dance ISJ369Monday, July 9 2:00 – 2:45 pmAges 18 months – preschool age with caregiver Join Great South Bay Dance for creative movement dance activities, free play, tumbling on mats, and a story. The use of props, nursery rhymes, and imagination make for a warm, exciting class. Please wear sneakers - no sandals.

Chess Buddies ISJ327 Monday, July 9; August 13 5:00 – 5:45 pmGrades K – 4Have you ever wanted to learn how to play chess? Do you already know how to play chess and are you looking for someone to play with? Join us to play chess with a teen volunteer. Islip patrons only.

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Guitar Snacks: Baking Coach ISJ370Tuesday, July 10Grades K – 2 2:30 – 3:30 pmGrades 3 – 6 3:45 – 4:45 pmCraft guitar-shaped snacks out of cereal and other treats.

Sensory Storytime ISJ371 Wednesday, July 11 4:00 – 4:45 pmAges 36 months – preschool age with caregiverPlay, listen, and move during a sensory-enhanced story time. Engaging and interactive stories paired with movement, sensory toys, and activities will entertain all.

Drop-In Storytime: Tides and Tales Thursday, July 12; August 16 11:30 am – 12:15 pmAges 36 months – Grade 3 with caregiverBring your family down to the Islip Beach pavilion at the end of South Bay Avenue to hear stories, sing songs, and make a craft. Town of Islip Recreation Card required for beach access. Rain dates: Friday, July 13; August 17, same time. No registration necessary.

Summer Wind Chimes: Catherine Martin ISJ372Thursday, July 123:00 – 4:00 pmGrades 3 – 6Enjoy stringing colorful beads, fossil charms, sequins, and more onto wire before hanging the strand onto a branch. This makes a colorful and “musical” craft for all to enjoy during the summer months.

Amusement Park: A Time for Kids ISJ373Monday, July 16 1:30 – 2:30 pm Ages 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.

The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors - Book Discussion ISJ374Monday, July 16 2:30 – 3:15 pm Grades K – 1Get ready to see who is the best while listening to the book The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors by Drew Daywalt. Enjoy crafts, snacks, and playing in our own rock, paper, scissors tournament!

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• For all programs you may register in person with a valid Islip Public Library card. • A district resident may register non-district family members for a program requiring an accompanying adult, provided that the district resident attends the program with the child(ren), or stays in the building for school-aged event. • Children too young/old for a program may attend with preschool-aged siblings when a caregiver is required. • If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and have not called to have your child’s spot held, we will assume you 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 entering 7th grade in Sept. 2018 may register for any program that includes 6th graders.

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSRockin’ Rainsticks ISJ375 Tuesday, July 17 6:30 – 7:15 pmGrades 4 – 6Create imaginative rainsticks and listen to the sound of a rainstorm. Learn about this ancient musical instrument while listening to stories and performing a rain dance.

Stella Batts Needs a New Name by Courtney Sheinmel - Book Discussion ISJ376Wednesday, July 18 2:30 – 3:30 pm Grades 2 – 3Do you or your family or friends have a nickname? Join us as we discuss why Stella, a third grader, thinks she needs to choose a new name for herself. Enjoy games, crafts, snacks, trivia, and lots of laughs.

A Properly Unhaunted Place by William Alexander -Book Discussion ISJ377Thursday, July 19 2:30 – 3:30 pm Grades 4 – 6In a world full of ghosts, Rosa and Jasper live in the only town that is not haunted, but must spring to action when they realize the ghosts are lying in wait to take their town back. Join us around a ‘campfire’ outside on the Library’s Terrace (weather permitting) while we share a scary story and create yummy s’mores in a jar.

Mr. Poppin’ Twist ISJ378Thursday, July 19 6:30 – 8:45 pm48 months – Grade 6 with caregiverJoin Mr. Poppin’ Twist on a fully interactive, improvisational story telling adventure with balloons. There is no telling where the story will go. Stay after the program ends at 7:15 pm to learn balloon twisting.

Paws for Reading: Children Read to a Dog! ISJ756Thursday, July 19 (Penny the Pug & Olympia the Golden Retriever)7:30 – 8:30 pmThursday, August 23 (David the Golden Retriever, JP the Lab Retriever & Parker the Belgian Malinois)7:00 – 8:00 pmThis program is for any child (with caregiver) who is practicing readingPractice reading aloud to Penny the Pug, Olympia or David the Golden Retriever, JP the Labrador Retriever and/or Parker the Belgian Malinois. The dogs’ handlers, Michele Bontempi, Lisa Rossano, Lynda Bates-Stepe, Atis Stepe and John Ferritto will be present with their dog(s). These registered therapy dogs from Pet Partners and Therapy Dogs International provide a fun, non-judgmental atmosphere for children to practice reading aloud! Please register for one 10-minute time slot with Penny, Olympia, David, JP, or Parker on July 19 and/or August 23.

Caregiver and Me Sign Language, Family: Lisamarie Curley ISJ315Friday, July 20 3:30 – 4:15 pmInfant – preschool age with caregiverYou can learn to sign at any age. Preschoolers who sign are learning a second language. Babies who learn sign language have the ability to tell you what they want before they can talk. Help your child develop future literacy. We sing, we play, and we sign. Come have fun with us.

Music With Marilyn: Marilyn LaPenta ISJ379Monday, July 23 and 30 (2 part class) 3:00 – 3:45 pmAges infant – 5 years with caregiverShare the joy of movement and music designed to help children grow cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Engage in song, rhythm, and movement in a musically rich and developmentally appropriate class. Sing new and familiar songs and chants. Play with a variety of simple instruments and move with scarves and more. It’s non-stop fun from beginning to end.

Bibliohop ISJ380Tuesday, July 24 3:00 – 3:45 pmAges 18 months – preschool age with caregiverGet ready to bop to the music! Come dance with us as we have a dance party complete with musical instruments, books, and other activities.

Garden Buddies ISJ381 Wednesday, July 25 5:00 – 5:30 pmFriday, August 10 2:00 – 2:30 pmGrades K – 3Do you have a ‘green thumb’? Learn to garden by planting in our Library garden planter with teen helpers. Join us as we weed, prune, and water the vegetables that we planted last month. Bring garden gloves if you wish.

Rock ‘N Roll Mother Goose ISJ382Thursday, July 26 7:00 – 8:00 pmAges 48 months – Grade 4 with caregiverJoin us on an interactive storytelling adventure with this rocking new twist on a classic fairytale character. Conjure up a tale out of the imagination storybook with hilarious results. Children’s literature comes to life!

Craft Buddies ISJ383Friday, July 27 2:00 – 2:45 pmAges 48 months – Grade 2Teen volunteers will be on hand to assist children in creating a variety of age-appropriate crafts.

Drop in Craft: Harry Potter’s Birthday! Tuesday, July 31 10:00 am – 8:00 pmAges 36 months – Grade 6 with caregiverDrop in and create a Harry Potter-themed craft with a variety of materials while supplies last. Children aged 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult as per Library policy.

Petra Puppets Musical Zoo ISJ384Wednesday, August 1 7:00 – 8:00 pmAges infant – Grade 6 with caregiverWho invented the chicken trombone? Can a fish gargle classical music? Do you have to be a monkey to sing monkey opera? Kids find out the answers, and add their own voices to the upbeat mayhem in Steve Petra’s Musical Zoo. Musical Zoo is a ventriloquist puppet show for the whole family. This show features comedy illusions, music, and audience participation. Starring: Yoyo Tiger, Rockin’ Chicken, Pedro the Gargling Piranha Fish, and Monkey Opera. With Beethoven’s Misbehaving Baton, and a rousing game of What’s That Instrument.

Happy Birthday: A Time for Kids ISJ385Thursday, August 2 1:30 – 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.

Sweet Summer Treat ISJ386Thursday, August 2 6:30 – 7:30 pmGrades K – 3After a long, hot day come to the Library to cool off and make a sweet summer treat, and your own recipe book.

My Teacher is a Monster! (No, I Am Not) - Book Discussion ISJ387Monday, August 6 2:30 – 3:15 pmGrades K – 1Get ready for a new school year while listening to the book My Teacher is a Monster! (No, I Am Not.) by Peter Brown. Create crafts, and more!

Let’s Move with PlayHooray ISJ388Monday, August 6 3:45 – 4:30 pmAges infant – preschool age with caregiver Have a groovy time playing, dancing, marching, and Playing Hooray!

Spoon Man ISJ389Tuesday, August 7 7:00 – 7:45 pmAges infant – Grade 6 with caregiverSee front cover for full details.

Who Was King Tut? by Roberta Edwards - Book Discussion ISJ390Wednesday, August 8 2:30 – 3:30 pm Grades 2 – 3Find out about this famous ‘boy’ king who began his reign at age 9! Enjoy a royal snack, create a mummy craft, and play some special games.

Feathers by Jorge Corona - Book Discussion ISJ391Thursday, August 9 2:30 – 3:30 pm Grades 4 – 6Abandoned in the maze and covered in black feathers as a baby, Poe spends his days helping the slum’s orphans. But when Bianca, a girl from the wealthy city, arrives in the maze looking for adventure, the pair form a friendship that hints at their destiny. Read and discuss this unconventional superhero graphic novel while creating your own alter ego super hero or villain.

Family Indoor Mini Golf Event Saturday, August 11 9:15 am – 3:30 pm (last tee-off time)Ages infant – Grade 6 with family Children who have earned a ticket to participate in this event with their families, and have selected a tee-off time are welcome to come and play mini-golf inside as the Library is transformed into a mini-golf course! If you did it last summer you remember how much fun it is! Be sure to join the Summer Reading Club and read so that you can participate!

Circus Scene: Tots’ Night Out ISJ392Tuesday, August 14 5:30 – 6:30 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.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSCircus Fun: Jumpbunch ISJ393Wednesday, August 15 3:00 – 4:00 pmGrades 2 – 5Every child loves the circus! Join us on a grand adventure as we play fitness games and activities you might find at a circus. Try juggling acts, balancing acts, run and jump thru an obstacle course, and try to walk across a beam while blindfolded!! Come one, come all, to the JumpBunch Circus!

Remember…. The last date to register and participate in the Children’s Summer Reading Club is Saturday, August 18

A Circle of Friends ISJ326Saturday, August 18 11:00 am – 12:00 pmAges 24 months – Grade 6 with caregiverPartner with your child in a calm, supportive environment that provides an intimate setting for learning through sensory activities. Lisa Joy Walters, a NYS Certified Special Education Teacher with over 20 years of experience, will be teaching this program. This program is designed for children with developmental delays, and for those along the autism spectrum and other special needs. This is an inclusive program and all children are welcome. If you need special accommodations to attend, please contact us one week prior to program.

Shake ‘N Make Music, Summer Fun: Heather Welkes ISJ394Tuesday, August 21 2:30 – 3:15 pm • 3:30 – 4:15 pmAges infants – preschool age with caregiverUsing original music as well as familiar tunes, Miss Heather turns it up a notch! She’ll use shaker eggs, rhythm sticks, teddy bears, and pompoms to get kids up and moving.

Once Upon a Playtime ISJ3952 Wednesdays: August 22 & 29 2:30 – 4:30 pmAges infant – preschool age with caregiverParents/caregivers and children are invited to play with our educational toys.

Fun for All: Kindness Rocks ISJ355Thursday, August 23 6:00 – 6:45 pmFamilies with children ages 12 and under (with caregiver)Join us to help those in need by making bologna and cheese sandwiches to be delivered to the Mercy Soup Kitchen in Wyandanch. Also create a kindness rock for either the Library’s garden or your own. If you can, please bring two unopened loaves of bread, one package of bologna, one pound of sliced American cheese, and one rock per family - it’s not required but any contribution will be very much appreciated.

Drop-in Craft: Back to SchoolFriday, August 24 10:00 am – 4:00 pmAges 36 months – grade 6 with caregiver Drop in and create a back to school-themed craft with a variety of materials while supplies last. Children aged 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult as per Library policy.

Teen & Tween Fun Night ISJ396Monday, August 27 7:00 – 8:30 pmGrades 5 – 6Get together with teens for contests, music, games, crafts, and ice cream sundaes!

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Viewers’ Choice Pizza and Movie ISY220Monday, July 9 6:00 – 8:00 pmEnjoy free pizza with your friends while you watch a newly released DVD. We will vote on which movie to watch on the day of the movie.

Modern Pop Art Experience ISY230Tuesday, July 10 6:00 – 8:00 pmMichael Albert, the American pop artist and author known for making collages out of cereal boxes and other printed cardboard brand packages, will be bringing his traveling “Hands-On Cereal Box Collage Workshop” to us! Join us for a special art making session and learning experience.

Guitar Lessons ISY231Wednesdays, July 11, 18 & 25 1:00 – 3:30 pmLearn some fundamentals of music through the guitar in this series of three classes. Learn to play a full song by the last class. You do not need to have a guitar - if you’d like to rent one from the class please have your parent or guardian speak with the instructor at the first class.

Sea Creatures Soap Making ISY232Friday, July 13 2:00 – 3:30 pmJoin librarian Alicia Collumbell as she teaches you the basics of soap making! We will be using a glycerine soap base along with some fun additions to create a bar of soap that resembles a sea creature swimming in the ocean. Each teen will create a one-of-a-kind bar of soap to take home! Soap ingredients include: glycerine base, plastic sea creature, and optional choice of essential oil (for scent), and/or glitter for decoration. Please alert us to any allergies or skin sensitivities you may have upon registration.

Lip Sync and Dance Battle ISY234 Monday, July 16 7:00 – 8:30 pmYou will break into teams and compete to be the best lip sync and dance champions. Prizes will be awarded for best team spirit and best dance routine.

Watermelon Eating Contest ISY235 Monday, July 23 7:00 – 8:30 pmHave a blast playing games then enjoy a friendly watermelon eating contest. Winner will receive an iTunes gift card.

Silent Library ISY236Monday, July 30 7:00 – 8:00 pmCan you hold it together while enduring challenges geared towards getting you to make noise? In order to win you must endure ‘interesting’ challenges without making a sound. Multiple chances to win!

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TEEN PROGRAMS For Teens in Grades 7-12

SEE FRONT COVER FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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String Art Graffiti ISY237Friday, August 3 2:00 – 3:30 pmUsing designs made with string wrapped around canvas, we will create fun, unique pieces of art using neon-colored spray paint. Please wear something that can get dirty, we’ll be working with paint!

Paint Night ISY240Monday, August 6 7:00 – 8:30 pmMelissa Digiose of MD Design will instruct you step-by- step to create your own original painting to take home. All equipment and snacks will be provided. No painting experience is necessary. Get in touch with your creativity and have some fun!

Book Club on the Terrace ISY290Thursday, August 9 4:00 – 5:00 pmCome and talk about some popular books that you have read or would like to read. We’ll enjoy the great outdoors on the Library Terrace. If it rains we’ll meet inside. Snacks provided.

Recreate Your Favorite Album Cover ISY238Monday, August 13 5:00 – 6:00 pmRecreate your favorite record album cover using paint and/or paper. Samples include Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, or any album you like.

Teen Summer Reading Club - Chinese Auction Party Monday, August 20 7:00 – 8:30 pmReceive an invitation to the Chinese Auction Party once you’ve read and reviewed at least 3 books in the Teen Summer Reading Club. Read and attend programs all summer to earn lots of raffles for the Chinese auction. There will be many prizes so everyone has a chance to win, and grand prizes for those who have read a lot! If you haven’t already signed up for the Teen Summer Reading Club, stop by the Adult Reference Desk and join today!

Teen & Tween Fun Night ISY223Monday, August 27 7:00 – 8:30 pmTeens join tweens for a night of fun and ice cream sundaes! Join in a friendly trivia competition about books and music. There will be loads of games, crafts, and activities to enjoy - bring your own games too if you’d like!

Talking Books!Do you or someone you know have difficulty reading regular print due to legal blindness, visual impairment, physical disability, and/or reading disability? The Talking Book Program has been available for many years through the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, a program administered by the Library of Congress. The Islip Public Library has a player and a rotating collection of Talking Book titles for you to borrow. The player and books are a special format - different from CDs - and are easier for those with challenges to manipulate. If you like them, and are eligible, you can sign up to receive your own player and to borrow Talking Books. This service is free and delivery is through the U.S. Postal System. Applications are available at the Adult Reference Desk.

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ISLIP Library Display Cases & Gallery HallwayFor the months of July and August The Long Island Watercolorists, will display their artwork in our Display Cases and in our Gallery Hallway.

Do you have a special collection or artwork that you would like to share? The Library welcomes individuals and community groups to exhibit their items in our Display Cases and/or in our Gallery Hallway. The Library Display Cases are located in the Lobby of our Main Entrance. The Gallery Hallway is the hallway leading to our smaller meeting room. Call the Library at (631) 581-5933 to speak with us about setting up an exhibit.

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ATTENTION PARENTS:Please be aware that permission of a parent or guardian is not required for teens to access Library PCs and the Internet in our Adult and Teen areas.If you have any concerns in that regard, please contact the Library Director or speak with a librarian at the Adult Reference Desk.

Teens - Drop into the Teen Room anytime all summer!

Play video games, watch a movie, use a computer, play board and card

games, talk about books and stuff, etc…!

Teen Volunteer OpportunitiesChess Buddies ISY217 Mondays, July 9 & August 13 4:45 – 5:30 pmHelp teach younger children how to play chess. You don’t have to be a chess expert to volunteer! There will be a 15-minute training period prior to start time.

Crafty Buddies ISY218 Friday, July 27 2:00 – 2:45 pmTeens, come and help younger kids create crafts. A variety of crafts will be available to choose from! A brief training session will precede the session and you’ll need to stay for clean-up afterwards. You will receive a certificate that day stating the number of volunteer hours you’ve earned.

Garden Buddies ISY226Wednesday, July 25 & Friday, August 10 5:00 – 5:30 pmHelp maintain the Library’s box garden during the summer - weed, prune, water, and harvest vegetables that we have grown.

Indoor Miniature Golf Event Helpers ISY278Friday, August 10 2:30 – 4:45 pm & Saturday, August 11 9:15 am – 4:45 pmCome give us a hand during our Indoor Miniature Golf Event! We’ll need some help setting up for the event, breaking it down, and greeting the mini-golf players.

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See You on the Terrace

This spring and summer mark the first full season that our new terrace is open for business. On nice weather days and evenings, the terrace will be open for patrons who might like to enjoy

their books, devices (WiFi is available!), newspapers, or magazines in the fresh air. Pop open one of the umbrellas and enjoy your lunch or a snack in the space. Are you a member of one of the thirty plus

organizations that meet at the Library? If so, inquire about booking your meeting on the terrace. The staff is making good use of the extra square footage by hosting Library programs in the new space: outdoor storytimes,

book discussions, stargazing, and gardening programs for teens and kids are among the offerings. Look for details in this newsletter! The terrace can be accessed through the door in the Children’s Room, or through our Small Meeting Room (when available)

at the end of the Gallery Hallway. Pull up one of our new outdoor rocking chairs and sit awhile!