West Islip Library

Registration for all Children’s Room programs is OPEN

VIRTUAL BINGO WITH MRS. SULLIVAN

Grades K - 6 WIJV14

Friday, February 3 @ 4:30 PM

Don’t have time to come down to the library? That’s okay, join us for Zoom Bingo! Zoom information will be sent via email.

PICTURE OF PEACE WITH PICASSO

Grades 1 - 3 WIJ063

ENDS FEBRUARY 17!

The more you read, the more badges and tickets you’ll earn, the better chances you’ll have to win some great raffle prizes!

for Babies - Preschoolers:

Read 30 books with a grown -up between January 9 and February 17. for Grades K - 6:

Read for 6 hours between January 9

Tuesday, February 14 @ 5:30 PM

Grades 4 - 6 · WIJ076

Tuesday, February 14 @ 6:45 PM

Investigate what peace means, as you visit Picasso ’s world and look at what he expresses in his painting Guernica, one of the greatest anti-war paintings in the world. Then create your own peace art in the style of Picasso to show your own expression of peace, love, and happiness.

ZUMBA FOR KIDS

Wednesday, February 15 @ 4:30 PM

Join Lauren in this fun, get moving, jump around Zumba class for

All teen programs are for students in grades 7th – 12th. Please add your name and grade level in the note field for all programs. Community service opportunities are opened up to West Islip Teens only. There are 2 ways to register: Register from our site https://www.westisliplibrary.org/teen -services/  Call the library at 631-661-7080

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD WIYA 261

Wednesday, February 15th @ 4:30PM

Come and let your voice be heard at our Teen Advisory Board meeting! Receive 1 hour of community service for talking with our teen librarian about programs and events you’ d like to see at the library. Pizza will be provided. Registration required. WI Teen Residents only.

UPSIDE DOWN ESCAPE ROOM WIYA 280

Friday, February 17th @ 4:30PM

Have fun taking part in this Stranger Things inspired escape room! You and your team will explore the Upside Down as you deci pher clues and solve puzzles to try and escape within one hour. Those who escape will win a certificate. WI Teen Residents Only.

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS WIYA 224

Saturday, February 18th @ 1-4PM

Are you more of a warlock or a druid? Let your imagination run wild as you take part in one of the most famous tabletop fanta sy games of all time! Players of all skill levels welcome. Register for one or both sessions. WI Teen Residents only.

COSMETIC PRODUCT HAUL (YOUTUBE)

Wednesday, February 22nd @ 6 PM

Join Alicia as she takes you through a haul of some of her favorite, tried and true cosmetic products ranging from hair, make up, and skincare! Registration not required.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT for Families WIJ080

Thursday, February 16 @ 7:00 PM

Miss Carol is back with another fun family game night! Filled with a little competition and lots of shenanigans, it is positively going to be a great time for all!

ST. PATRICK’S DAY SHENANIGANS

Grades K - 3 WIJ065

Monday, February 27 @ 4:15 or 5:30 PM

Join Color Palette for some fun St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans crafts and slime included!

WILDLIFE WONDERS: THAT’S ONE COOL CAT!

Grades 1 - 6 WIJ068

Tuesday, February 28 @ 4:15 or 5:30 PM

Lions are beautiful and powerful animals. Find out more about these cool big cats and why it is so important to protect them. We will make a ROARsome West Islip lion craft!

MUSIC THERAPY WIYA 250

Monday, February 13th @ 4:30PM

Group members will engage in interactive music experiences in which they can channel their creativity. Activities may include songwriting, expressive singing, music and movement, relaxation, and more. This small group will be led by a music therapist allowing for participants to make connections with others through music. WI Residents only.

Registration for FEBRUARY Adult Programs is OPEN!

Most programs require registration and are open to all unless otherwise noted. If you have any questions about the programs we offer, you may email us at registration@westisliplibrary.org. There are 2 ways to register:  Register from our site https://www.westisliplibrary.org/adult -services/ adult-programs/  Call the library at 631-661-7080

DEFENSIVE

Driving

February 4th @ 9:30AM-3:30PM Save 10% on your auto insurance. This class may reduce up to 4 points off your license. Bring your driver’s license along with cash, check or money order made out to Empire Safety Council the day of the class. You must arrive 10 minutes prior. To register, call 631 -664-0652. $30 non-refundable fee.

RETIREMENT & ESTATE PLANNING (ZOOM)

WIA 108

Monday, February 6th @ 7PM Join a financial advisor from Ameriprise who will discuss important documents and best strategies to use while engaging in Estate Planning. They will be sharing the benefits of creating a plan, protection of assets, trusts, taxes, and annual gifting. A Q&A will be provided at the end of the session.

TECH Q&A WIA 162

Wednesday, February 8th @ 7PM If you have any tech questions, drop by this casual class where we will talk about different computer and tech topics.

GREEN LIVING & DETOXIFYING YOUR HOME (ZOOM)

WIA 105

Monday, February 13th @ 7PM Join nonprofit organization “Green Inside and Out ” as they take a virtual walk through the rooms of the home. They will discuss how to incorporate health and sustainability into your choices regarding personal care products, cleaners, pesticides and plastics to make your home "green" and toxin -free.

FREEDOM RIDERS FILM WIA 107

Wednesday, February 15th @ 6:30PM In recognition of Black History Month, join us at the library to view this documentary about a group of civil right activists who traveled by bus in the South during 1961 to challenge segregated travel facilities. The Freedom Riders were greeted with mob violence and bitter racism, sorely testing their belief in non -violent activism.

HISTORIC NEWSLETTERS ONLINE (ZOOM) WIA

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Thursday, February 16th @ 7PM Did you know you can find historical happenings in our community from our local newspaper database? Join librarian Liana as she walks you through the process of accessing these online newspapers and locating events from Long Island ’s past.

COMPUTER 1ST GRADE WIA 163

Saturday, February 25th @ 10AM In this class, you will learn how to work with text including inputting, inserting, moving, and erasing, learn basic word processing skills, and understand files and commands.

SENIOR SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesday, February 28 @ 11AM West Islip Public Library is proud to announce a Senior Support Group facilitated by our social work intern Kathleen Willig. Come join our discussion circle to talk about important topics, make new friends, and share your story. No registration required.

EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION: THE MAID BY NITA PROSE WIA 161

Tuesday, February 28th @ 7PM Librarian Kathleen will lead a discussion on this captivating mystery about Molly Gray, a hotel maid who is socially awkward and is tied up with a crime when she finds a guest murdered in bed and is compelled to investigate. The police have tagged her as the most likely subject. Find out what happens in this outstanding debut!

Squeaky Clean: Big Band Songbook

WIA 141

Sunday, February 12 @ 2 PM

Guitarist and bassist duo, Suzanne and Glenn, will take you back to the Big Band Era as they perform music from the 1930s and 1940s. Sing along to some great tunes while watching a multimedia presentation showing photos and movie clips from that time period.

WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 4TH IN THE LIBRARY. TRUSTEE PETITIONS ARE DUE MARCH 6TH. A BUDGET NEWSLETTER WILL BE MAILED IN MARCH. CONTACT DIRECTOR ANDREW HAMM FOR MORE INFORMATION.

West Islip Public Library

Staller Center For The Arts

A cultural hub right in your own backyard!

LIL BUCK - MEMPHIS JOOKIN

Sat. Feb. 4 @ 8pm

KRISTIN CHENOWETH

Sat. Feb. 11 @ 8pm

EMERSON STRING QUARTET #2

Mon. Feb. 13 @ 7pm

American Ballet Theatre

STONY BROOK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Sat. Feb. 18 @ 8pm

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTERSONGS WE LOVE

Sat. Feb. 25 @ 8pm

GALA – AMERICAN BALLET

THEATRE

Sat. March 4 @ 7pm

STORM LARGE

Sat. March 18 @ 8pm

STONY BROOK SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Sat. March 25 @ 8pm

PROKOFIEV’S PETER & THE WOLF FOR KIDS - Sun. March 26 @ 3pm

America’s National Ballet Company® is a show you do not want to miss!

March 4 @ 7pm | Main Stage

STARRY NIGHTS - SPRING

Wed. March 29 @ 7pm

MIKE E. WINFIELD - COMEDY

Thurs. March 30 @ 8pm

42ND STREET in HDFROM THE LONDON STAGE

Fri. March 31 @ 8pm

EMERSON STRING QUARTET #3

Tue April 11 @ 7pm

Comedian, storyteller, director, and actor sold out his Broadway show, but you can still see him with us!

Regular Tickets & Gala Tickets available at stallercenter.com/gala @stallercenter

DIAVOLO - ARCHITECTURE IN MOTION

Sat April 15 @ 8pm

MIKE BIRBIGLIA

Fri. April 21 @ 8pm

SHELÉA

Sat. April 22 @ 8pm

STONY BROOK OPERALA TRAGÉDIE DE CARMEN

Sat April 29 @ 8pm

Sun. April 30 @ 3pm

DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM

Sun. May 7 @ 7pm

LIVE PERFORMANCES STREAMING IN HD FROM THE MET OPERA Schedule at stallercenter.com/HD

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JANIE

Young female. Cute and friendly looking for a best friend forever.

LINDA

Female kitten. Calico. Playful and enjoys play time with the volunteers.

POPPIE Young female. Brown Tabby. Beautiful girl who can entertain herself.

WOLVERINE

Handsome male Seeking his forever home.

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WILLY

1-2 year old male. Full of love and energy. Very sweet and loves treats.

TINY 4-6 year old male. Sweet and bouncy. Enjoys attention and getting pets.

SHELLY 7 year old female. Sweet girl. A ball of sunshine who loves to play.

BENTLEY

6 year old male. Beautiful boy that loves getting lots of pets and belly rubs.

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HAZE

7 year old

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Pool Mechanic

Needed fo r bl ished co mmercial p ool co mpany.

Part Time Cleaner

Village

Needed: full time handyman/remodeler, experienced in all phases of home repair and maintenance for local established residential property management company. Skills needed: painting, spackling, carpentry, light plumbing, light electrical, general house maintenance-interior

COUNTER PERSON

Great Work Conditions.

Must Be Reliable & Must Have Own Car. Please Call For Interview!

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