Looking for something to do this week? Check out these events happening in person or online.
Monday, September 12
8am, St. Thomas More Annual Golf Outing Smithtown Landing, 495 Landing Ave. Golf tickets, $165 per person. Dinner only, $70 per person. For more info, please call Ed Rogan at 631-366-1085
10am, Yarncrafting Circle In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom C. Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting? Work on your projects at the library while socializing and learning from others who also enjoy the craft. Please bring your own supplies. All are welcome. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
1pm, Bridge Clinic In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Return to the bridge table for practice and review with Dr. Susan Fishbein. “Bridge Clinic” will reinforce all that you have learned about playing the wonderful game of bridge. Smart Board technology for deal analysis and hands-on playing with guided supervision will enable you to rise to the next level. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
Tuesday, September 13
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: Mr. Malcolm’s List 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, Instrument Petting Zoo (ages 2 1/2 -5 years, with caregiver) In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Learn about different string, percussion, bells, and other types of instruments while you touch and play each one yourself. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
5:30pm, 4pm, 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
Wednesday, September 14
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, Town of Islip Planning Board Meeting This event will take place at Town Hall West, 401 W Main Street, Islip, and on Zoom. Click here for the agenda. Instructions on how to access Zoom are available on the Town’s website www.islipny.gov or call (631) 595-3500
5:30pm, Know Your Rights Legal Clinic (Zoom) Join The Legal Hand Call-In Center for an important Know Your Rights workshop on United States Immigration, in partnership with the Central American Refugee Center of New York (CARECEN NY) RSVP here at LegalhandLI.eventbrite.com for your spot. For more information, contact the Legal Hand Call-In Center at nassausuffolk@legalhand.org.
6:30pm, Long Island’s Firsts: Making History in Our Own Backyard In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Long Island has been home to a wide variety of groundbreaking events and accomplishments through its history. Join Eco-Photo Explorers as they take a unique look at some of Long Island’s “firsts.” These stories will intrigue and inspire and will create a feeling of immense pride for the place we call home. Click here to register. Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
Thursday, September 15
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
6:30pm, College Planning In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Planning for a child’s education is a critical part of financial well-being. This class will give an overview of options available for college funding: 529s; federal aid; and other ideas will be discussed. Light refreshments will be served. Click here to register. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
7pm, Keep Islip Clean (KIC) Meeting Receive information and updates about Keep Islip Clean activities and learn about volunteer opportunities as KIC endeavors to end littering, beautify communities, increase recycling rates and educate youth. Discussions will also cover the International Coastal Clean-up events planned for the fall, as well as information on the 4th “R” to be included with Reduce, Reuse & Recycle. This event will take place at Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish Lane, East Islip For additional information, please contact Keep Islip Clean at (631) 224-2627 or keepislipclean@optonline.net
Friday, September 16
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
Saturday, September 17
8:30am, Bird at the Preserve Connetquot State Park Preserve Join us for a short presentation about birds, large and small. Afterwards, take a walk through the preserve led by experienced birders from the Great South Bay Audubon Society to search for birds in the wild. Adult Program. Register at Eventbrite and search #NatureEdventure.
10am, Annual Golf Outing for Calvary Lutheran Church The 2022 Calvary Golf Outing will take place on September 17 at the Robert Moses 9 Hole Course, Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon. The cost is $25.00 per person. Sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex if you would like to attend. For more info, please call 631-724-3886
10:30am, Pond Exploration at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve There’s more to Willow Pond than meets the eye! Below the surface of the water lives a vibrant ecosystem. Join us for a pond scoop, where we will get a close-up, hands-on look at some of the tiny creatures that make their home in the water. Family program. Please call 631-265-1054 for reservations.
11am, Toy Paramedic Drop-In Volunteers (grades 6-12) Help keep the library’s toys clean and in tip-top shape. There is no registration necessary, but in order to get the service credit, you must be present for the whole hour. (1-hour service credit per session)
1pm, Long Island Author’s Group Book Talk & Signing: Living a Happier Life at Every Age by Dr. John H. Krahn. Author Saturdays at the Islip Arts Council Gallery, a monthly series of special book talks and presentations. A book signing will follow each presentation. 25% of book sales will be donated to the IAC. The Gallery is located within the Westfield South Shore Mall, 1701 Sunrise Hwy, Bay Shore. For more info, call 631-888-3525
Sunday, September 18
All Day, Virtual Volunteer Projects (Teen) Virtual volunteer projects are available to do on your own time, any day of the week. Visit our website Hauppauge Public Library for full details on how to complete various projects and instructions on how to obtain your service credit. No registration required. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600
11am to 3pm: Pal-O-Mine Community Open House Includes barn tours, music, kid’s activities, scavenger hunts, and more. Admission $5 per person; Ages 5 & under free. Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, 829 Old Nichols Road, Islandia. For more info, please call 631-348-1389
1pm, Bayard Cutting Arboretum Artist Opening Reception: Arboretum Inspirations Exhibit, 440 Montauk Hwy, Great River. For more info, please call 631-581-1002
2pm, Chef Rob’s Cooking Demo and Tasting: Chicken Fricassee with Pink Lady Apples and Onions In-Person at the Hauppauge Public Library Classroom B. Click here to register for the in-person demonstration or view on the Library’s YouTube Channel. For more info, call the library at 631-979-1600