SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

 


Registration for East Islip patrons begins on Friday, September 1 at 9:00 a.m.
Out of District patrons may begin registering on Wednesday, September 6 at 9:00 a.m.

Teen Yoga Series (EIY874) R
Wednesdays, September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, and 25 at 7 p.m.
Grades 7-12
For all levels! We will focus on the fundamentals of a Vinyasa Yoga asana practice and explore the philosophy of Yoga through breath work and meditation. Bring a yoga mat and your desire to learn.  To register for this program, click here.

Super Smash Bros (EIY748) R
Wednesday, September 20 and Wednesday, October 11
Grades 7-12
Join us for a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate mega-tournament! Players compete in a fun event with great prizes for the top-placing players.  Don’t forget to register for both dates!  To register for this program, click here.

Changes to the SAT (EIY899) R
Tuesday, September 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Grades 11-12 and parents
This comprehensive one-hour lecture given by David Gevirtz, an SAT and ACT instructor with over two decades of experience, is an essential starting point for any parent or student looking for information about the format and content changes the SAT will be undergoing in 2024. How will the digital SAT compare to the current paper SAT and the ACT? What new content will there be and how should students best prepare? Attendees will leave with answers to all these questions and more, including a thorough understanding of the Digital SAT and an action plan for how to prepare for the exam.  To register for this program, click here.

Teen Advisory Board (EIY818) R
Thursday, October 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Grades 7-12
Join us for our bi-monthly TAB meeting where we will talk about our interests and welcome your suggestions for new teen programs and services.  This is your chance to be heard; let us know what YOU want!  Earn one (1) hour of community service for attending this program.  During this meeting, we will be creating cards for children in medical facilities.  Please call the library to register for this program. 

DIY Pizza (EIJ533) R
Tuesday, October 10 at 6:45 p.m.
Grades 5-7
Registration for this program begins on September 13.  Learn how to make your own delicious pizza with Pizza by Tano!  Dress for a mess!  To register for this program, click here.

S.A.T. Preparation Workshop (EIY816) R $
Thursdays, October 12, 19, 26, and November 2 from 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Fee: $140 per person
If you plan to take the S.A.T. this Fall, this is the course for you! A New York State certified Math and English teacher will help prepare you for the exam by reinforcing specific skills and test-taking strategies. Practice questions will also be presented. Registrants are required to bring a copy of the College Board’s Official SAT Study Guide (2020 Edition, ISBN: 9781457312199) with them to the first class. Bring your library card and a $140.00 non-refundable check, made payable to Jason Bernstein, when you register at the Reference Desk.  Please note that we need at least 15 registrants to run this workshop.

Getting Ready to Babysit (EIY702) R $
Saturday, October 14, 10:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Grades 6-9
Fee: $10 per person
Learn the necessary skills to become a responsible babysitter.  Topics covered include: child safety, developmental stages of children and how to plan age appropriate activities.  You will receive a certificate upon completion.  Please bring $10.00 in exact change when you sign up at the Reference Desk. 

Spider Web Cookie Decorating (EIY900) R
Wednesday, October 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Grades 7-12
It’s spooky season!  Decorate three deliciously festive spider web cookies and adorn with an edible spider! To register for this program, click here.