February 11th, 2020 – Need a way to unplug over the break? Looking for fun new activities this winter season? Be sure to check out the many programs and events our Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs are hosting now through Spring.
See the flyers below for more details, or call 631-224-5405.
See a list of all available activities, beginning on Page 16 in the 2020 Winter/Spring Recreation Newsletter.
Read more: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Winter/Spring Activities
The Town of Islip invites you to plunge into the icy waters of The Great South Bay on Saturday, April 18th, for the annual Polar Bear Splash benefiting AHRC Suffolk. The event will kick off at 10:00am at the Bay Shore Marina, with registration beginning at 9:00am.
Those bold enough to tread the frigid waters can download a registration form via www.islipny.gov.
All proceeds will go to AHRC Suffolk, a non-profit organization providing support and services to people with intellectual and other development abilities. To learn more visit www.ahrcsuffolk.org/splash20.
Read more: Town of Islip, AHRC Suffolk Partner for Polar Bear Splash 2020
The Islip Arts Council is inviting one and all to attend Women’s Rights and Small Bites, an evening of networking at the new women's exhibit, celebrating of the 100th anniversary of women's right to vote. The event will be hosted February 12, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm, at Brookwood Hall.
All are invited to join Women Sharing Art artists along with AAUW and P.E.O., a philanthropic organization where women CELEBRATE the advancement of women; EDUCATE women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and MOTIVATE women to achieve their highest aspirations.
Read more: Islip Arts Council Presents: Women's Rights & Small Bites
Join the Islip Breast Cancer Coalition on Sunday, March 29th at the Great South Bay Brewery for the Toss for a Cause Cornhole Tournament. Beginning at 1:00 pm enjoy raffles, food by Willie B's BBQ, music by Tom Cilmi and more. Show off your cornhole skills and help support a wonderful cause! Click HERE to view the full event flyer
Read more: Islip Breast Cancer Coalition Toss for a Cause Cornhole Tournament
Stop by the Islip Public Library throughout the month of January and uncover the rich history of Islip's Bay Islands. Learn all about the salt hay farmer of Captree, the fish companies of Havemeyer, the short beach club of Sexton, as well the Islip Town Leaseholders' stewardship of the Bay.
Read more: Islip Public Library Hosts Bay Islands History Exhibition
Splash the day away over Spring Break at one of the largest indoor water parks in North America! Our Department of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs invites you and your family to the Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Water Park on Tuesday, April 7th, 2020, for a fun-filled day of water park festivities in the Poconos. Transportation, towels and a pizza buffet are included. For more information, please call (631) 224-5430. See the flyer below for full details.
The Islip Chamber of Commerce invites you to ring in the 2019 holiday season at the Santa Parade & Tree Lighting this Saturday, December 7th, 2019 at 5:00 pm. The parade will begin at Ocean Avenue and end at Islip Town Hall, and will feature local community groups, organizations and agencies marching down Main Street with holiday cheer. The tree lighing ceremony will take place immediatley following the parade, outside Islip Town Hall.
The Bay Shore Chamber of Commerce invites you to take a stroll downtown and memory lane at the Bay Shore Beautification Society's Old Fashioned Winter Festival, November 30th at 3:30pm. Enjoy community caroling, the Fifth Avenue Choir, Santa, Frosty, refreshments and a Tree and Menorah Lighting. Come celebrate Shop Business Saturday in holiday style to kick-off the most wonderful time of the year!/p>
Join the Greater Sayville Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, November 30th beginning at 10:00 am, for a fun-filled day of holiday celebratory events including the annual Sayville Holiday Parade, the Winter Wonderland (with trolley rides and ice skating) and the Sayville Tree Lighting. Roads will be closed for the main Miracle on Main Street event from 5pm - 9pm. The lighting of the tree will take place at 6:30 pm. See the flyer below for full details.
Join the Greater Sayville Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, November 30th beginning at 3:00 pm, for the annual Gingerbread Competition during the 2019 Miracle on Main! Registration will be held outside of Starbucks in Sayville from 3–4 pm. See the flyer below for full details.
