Looking for something to do this week? Check out these events happening in person or online.
Monday, May 9
All Day, Take & Make Kit: Mini Cupcake Sticker Fun The kits are on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last. If picking up curbside, please call ahead so we can have it ready for when you arrive. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600 or visit Hauppauge Public Library
Tuesday, May 10
11:30am, Mexican Train In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Join us each week to play this exciting game of dominoes. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
2pm, An Afternoon at the Movies: Death on the Nile In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Spend an entertaining afternoon at the library! Watch a popular new release movie every week on our large screen. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
4:30pm, Come Plant with Me (Ages 3 and up, with caregiver) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Decorate your very own planter and plant some herb seeds to bring home with you. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
5:30pm, Town of Islip Board Meeting will take place at Town Hall, 655 Main St., Islip and on livestream. Instructions on how to access the livestream are available on the Town’s website www.islipny.gov or call (631) 595-3500
6pm, Town of Islip Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting will take place at the Town Hall West, 401 W Main Street, Islip and on livestream. Click here for the agenda. Instructions on how to access the livestream are available on the Town’s website www.islipny.gov or call (631) 595-3500
10pm, Hauppauge High School PTSA Meeting Hauppauge High School, 500 Lincoln Blvd. For more info, please call. 631-265-3630
Wednesday, May 11
12pm, Mah Jong In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Enjoy playing Mah Jong? Bring your sets and friends and get a game-playing frenzy started. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600.
1:30pm, Book Discussion: Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. This novel explores the lives of a Chinese mother and her daughter, tracing the very different cultural factors that compel them to consume a rare native tea that has shaped their family’s destiny for generations. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
6:30pm, Songbirds of Long Island In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Long Island songbirds are some of the most beautiful to see and to hear. Using photos and recordings, long time birder, Dianne Taggart, will tell us all about the songbirds of Long Island. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
7pm, Pines Elementary School PTA Meeting 22 Holly Dr., Smithtown. For more information, call 631-543-8700.
Thursday, May 12
11:30am, Mexican Train In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Join us each week to play this exciting game of dominoes. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
1pm, Yarncrafters In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library. Calling all knitters and crocheters. Work on projects for various community charities. Volunteer your work for a good cause and good time. Accepting donations of new yarn. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
4:30pm, The Shady Shadow Show (Grades K-5) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. This program begins with a short, shadow puppet presentation in which Fred and Freida Frog long for adventures. At the end of the show, children are invited ‘behind the scenes’ and given tips and tricks about how to create a shadow show of their very own. Aspiring shadow puppeteers will create their own puppets to take home. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
Friday, May 13
10am to 4pm, Job Fair at the Pal-O-Mine Farm Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, 829 Old Nichols Road, Islandia. For more info, please click here or call 631-348-1389
12pm, Mah Jong In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Enjoy playing Mah Jong? Bring your sets and friends and get a game-playing frenzy started. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
3:45pm, Town of Islip Community Service Project for Grades 6-12 The Town of Islip is offering the opportunity for middle and high school students to become an active member of their community and fulfill community service hour requirements. Join us in a gardening and park spruce up project. Bring your gardening gloves and roll up your sleeves to pitch in! Certificates will be mailed for each completed session.This program will cancel in the event of inclement weather. For more information, please call (631) 467-3308.
5:30pm, Placemat Volunteers (Grades 6-12) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Help us decorate placemats for Long Island Cares (1 hour service credit). Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
Saturday, May 14
9pm to 12pm, Job Fair at the Pal-O-Mine Farm Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, 829 Old Nichols Road, Islandia. For more info, please click here or call 631-348-1389
10am, Let’s Make a Smart Movie (Part 1) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom D. Using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), learn all about taking videos with instructor Arooj Chaudhry, including techniques on how to record; how to edit your videos with native and 3rd party apps; and how to post videos to social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat & Twitter. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
10:30am, Spring Fishing Clinic (children ages 15 and under) Caleb Smith State Park Preserve. Join us at scenic Willow Pond for an introduction to “catch and release” fishing. Learn about the different types of freshwater poles, tackle, and bait. View casting demonstrations and a lesson on the different types of fish that make Willow Pond their home. Then stay for some catch and release fishing! Poles, tackle, and bait will be provided. Please call for Reservations at (631) 265-1054
Sunday, May 15
2pm, Horseshoe Crab Walk (Family Program) Sunken Meadow State Park Let’s investigate these living fossils that come to our shores in the spring. We will have a short lesson, followed by a walk down to the marsh to observe these creatures during their high tide spawning periods. Wear shoes that can get wet. Click here to register.