Looking for something to do this week? Check out these events happening in person or online.
Monday, July 25
All Day, Take & Make Kit: Create & Write Sea Life Scene (PreK to grade 5) 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
6:30pm, Essential Steps to Healthy Aging In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Aging is an inevitable process and how we take care of ourselves has a tremendous impact on our health and quality of life as we grow old. Using materials from Kansas State University Extension, we will promote the notion that healthy lifestyle changes can have a positive impact at any age. Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
6:30pm, FREE Drive-In Movie Night: Cool Runnings: Byron Lake Park 50 Irish Lane, East Islip. The FREE series will run weekly through August, and will be hosted at various locations throughout the Town of Islip Space is limited and is first come, first serve. Gates open at 6:30pm. For more info call 631-224-5430.
Tuesday, July 26
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: The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent 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, Exploring Marine Ecosystems (entering grades 1-5) Let’s take a trip around the globe together to explore different marine environments. Learn about our ocean, local environment, and amazing underwater world this summer. Sign up once for all four sessions by clicking here. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600 or visit Hauppauge Public Library
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
Wednesday, July 27
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
6pm, Outdoor Concert: Freebird (Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute) Gull Haven Golf Course, 1 Gullhaven Dr. Central Islip, The FREE series will run weekly through August, and will be hosted at various locations throughout the Town of Islip Space is limited and is first come, first serve. Gates open at 6:00pm. For more info call 631-224-5430.
6:30pm, Meditation Techniques In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. There is a place where we can go to that is a private retreat from the world we live in today. That is through meditation. Join John Bednarik as he discusses the benefits of meditation in reclaiming peace of mind. Participants will have an opportunity to practice the meditation technique. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
7pm, Long Island Transgender Experience (LITE) is going hybrid and is being offered simultaneously in-person and virtually. LITE offers a night of community, support, and fun for people of transgender experience, ages 18+ on Long Island. Join us in-person at the Hauppauge Center, 125 Kennedy Dr Suite 100, or virtually. Registration is required for virtual participation by clicking here. For more info, call 516-323-0011. LGBT Network The Hauppauge Center
Thursday, July 28
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
4:30pm, Five Little Fishies (ages 2-7 years, with caregiver) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Come join A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family-fun preschool program all about fish. Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor development and storytelling. There will also be a fishy craft. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
7pm, Tigers, Lions and Tears, Oh My! Join our Northwell experts to learn about handling the muscle, joint, and body aches that can accompany an injury. Register here.
Friday, July 29
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
4:30pm, Playdoh Playtime (ages 2-5 years, with caregiver) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom C. Explore the fun of Play-Doh with your little one. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
7pm, Outdoor Concert: Endless Summer (Beach Boys Tribute Band) Hauppauge Public Library Parking Lot. Back by popular demand. Join the party and sing along with Beach Boys tribute band, Endless Summer. From Good Vibrations to California Girls, you’re sure to have a great time. This event will be held outside. Please bring a chair. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held inside. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600 or visit Hauppauge Public Library
Saturday, July 30
10:30am, Fun with Fishing (Ages 4-7 years) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom C. One fish, two fish, I fish, you fish! Join Miss Erin for fish-filled stories and make your own magnetic fishing game. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
Sunday, July 31
2pm, Summer Concert Series at Bayard Cutting Arboretum: Janine DiNatale and Friends For information call 631-888-3525