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Colorful Hiking Hats

Colorful Hiking Hats

Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

ENTERING Grades K-4. 

Students will design their own hiking hat to wear on their favorite adventures! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

ENTERING Grades K-4. 

Students will design their own hiking hat to wear on their favorite adventures! 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Preschool Readiness

Preschool Readiness

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying adult. This program features a mixture of stories, crafts and musical activities. For safety reasons, no younger or older siblings.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying adult. This program features a mixture of stories, crafts and musical activities. For safety reasons, no younger or older siblings.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Card Magic Show with Ari Bisk

Card Magic Show with Ari Bisk

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Entering Grades 2 and up.

Join professional magician Ari Bisk and learn beginner magic tricks to perform for your friends and family!  After each trick Ari will teach the s

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades 2 and up.

Join professional magician Ari Bisk and learn beginner magic tricks to perform for your friends and family!  After each trick Ari will teach the s

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Breakable Dinosaur Egg

Breakable Dinosaur Egg

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

ENTERING GRADES 1-4.

A pre-made chocolate egg is decorated to look like a prehistoric Dino egg and then assorted candy treats, that they dip and decorate will be hidden underneath with a dinosaur figurine.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

ENTERING GRADES 1-4.

A pre-made chocolate egg is decorated to look like a prehistoric Dino egg and then assorted candy treats, that they dip and decorate will be hidden underneath with a dinosaur figurine.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Kidnastics

Kidnastics

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 12 months to 4 years(no Kindergartners) with an adult. Enjoy musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables, and other fine and gross motor skill activities. Dress in comfortable clothes.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 12 months to 4 years(no Kindergartners) with an adult. Enjoy musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables, and other fine and gross motor skill activities. Dress in comfortable clothes.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Chess for Kids

Chess for Kids

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children, Tweens/Teens
Age Group:
Children, Teens

Entering Grades 3 and up. Don't miss out on learning and improving your chess skills with Long Island Chess Nuts!  The instructor will teach the fundamentals, basic strategies, and even the more advanced skills of the game, f

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Children, Tweens/Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades 3 and up. Don't miss out on learning and improving your chess skills with Long Island Chess Nuts!  The instructor will teach the fundamentals, basic strategies, and even the more advanced skills of the game, f

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Stuck On Stickers

Stuck On Stickers

All Day
Family Center at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Family Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Dog Collectible Ceramic - Craft to Go!

Dog Collectible Ceramic - Craft to Go!

Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 11:15am - 7:00pm
Online at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts to Go, Video, Children
Age Group:
Children

ENTERING GRADES K-4.

Have a paw-some time learning how to paint your own dog themed ceramic by following the video provided. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts to Go, Video, Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

ENTERING GRADES K-4.

Have a paw-some time learning how to paint your own dog themed ceramic by following the video provided. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Hibiscus Totes

Hibiscus Totes

Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

ENTERING Grades K-4. 

Students will learn how to create a beautiful hibiscus themed tote bag. Students will also get to choose  from other beach themed stencils too. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

ENTERING Grades K-4. 

Students will learn how to create a beautiful hibiscus themed tote bag. Students will also get to choose  from other beach themed stencils too. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Who Loves Dinos?

Who Loves Dinos?

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering Grades K-4.

Create dinosaurs using recycled materials as well as paint, papers and google eyes.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades K-4.

Create dinosaurs using recycled materials as well as paint, papers and google eyes.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Family Fun Night - A Time for Kids, Inc.

Family Fun Night

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 1-5 with accompanying adult. Come join A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family fun preschool program where we will tap, clap and drum our way through stories!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 1-5 with accompanying adult. Come join A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family fun preschool program where we will tap, clap and drum our way through stories!

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Sunset Dino On Canvas

Sunset Dino On Canvas

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering Grades K-4.

Learn how to paint a colorful sunset with a dinosaur in the background.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades K-4.

Learn how to paint a colorful sunset with a dinosaur in the background.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Stuck On Stickers

Stuck On Stickers

All Day
Family Center at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Family Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Dinosaur Family

Dinosaur Family

Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 3-5 with accompanying adult. 

Using handprints, papers and markers create a dinosaur scene. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 3-5 with accompanying adult. 

Using handprints, papers and markers create a dinosaur scene. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Play Hooray

Play Hooray Family

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 6 months to 5 years old with accompanying adult(s). This themed program includes rhymes, books, music, dancing, and other activities.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! (Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School)

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering Kindergarten.

Join us as we get ready for Kindergarten. Ready, Set, Kindergarten is a chance to meet up with other entering kindergarteners from your school.
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Kindergarten.

Join us as we get ready for Kindergarten. Ready, Set, Kindergarten is a chance to meet up with other entering kindergarteners from your school.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Dino Fossil Dig

Dino Fossil Dig

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering grades 1-4.

Chocolate Dinosaur bones are hidden inside of a mini cake that the children will decorate. Each comes with a shovel (spoon) for them to excavate the fossil with.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering grades 1-4.

Chocolate Dinosaur bones are hidden inside of a mini cake that the children will decorate. Each comes with a shovel (spoon) for them to excavate the fossil with.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Up! Painting

Up! Painting

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering Grades 1-4. 

Let your creativity take flight! Paint the iconic, movie inspired, UP!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades 1-4. 

Let your creativity take flight! Paint the iconic, movie inspired, UP!

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Stuck On Stickers

Stuck On Stickers

All Day
Family Center at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Family Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Escape from Dinosaur Park

Escape from Dinosaur Park

Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering Grades 3-4.

Use your detective skills to figure out which dinosaur has escaped and who let it out, and all while trying to escape from a T-Rex.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Grades 3-4.

Use your detective skills to figure out which dinosaur has escaped and who let it out, and all while trying to escape from a T-Rex.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Preschool Readiness

Preschool Readiness

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying adult. This program features a mixture of stories, crafts and musical activities. For safety reasons, no younger or older siblings.


 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying adult. This program features a mixture of stories, crafts and musical activities. For safety reasons, no younger or older siblings.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! (Old Bethpage Elementary School)

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Room A & B at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Entering Kindergarten. 

Join us as we get ready for Kindergarten. Ready, Set, Kindergarten is a chance to meet up with other entering kindergarteners from your school.
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Combined Room A & B
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Entering Kindergarten. 

Join us as we get ready for Kindergarten. Ready, Set, Kindergarten is a chance to meet up with other entering kindergarteners from your school.

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Mikey Dino Bank

Mikey Dino Bank

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Room A at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

ENTERING GRADES 1-4. 

Have a dino-mite time learning how to paint your own dinosaur themed ceramic bank. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Room A
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

ENTERING GRADES 1-4. 

Have a dino-mite time learning how to paint your own dinosaur themed ceramic bank. 

Disclaimer(s)

Family Center Age Restrictions

  ALL PROGRAMS ARE AGE SPECIFIC. NO YOUNGER OR OLDER SIBLINGS UNLESS SPECIFIED. The library holds the right to remove a participant from a program if they do not meet the registration requirements.

*All programs start promptly and no one will be permitted after 10 minutes. Please call to cancel if your child cannot attend the program. Failure to do so will lead you to be placed on the waiting list for future programs.*

Stuck On Stickers

Stuck On Stickers

All Day
Family Center at Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Program Type:
Children
Age Group:
Children

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.

Library Branch: Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library
Room: Family Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Children
Event Details:

Visit the Family Center to pick up a fun and special sticker scene.  There will be a new theme each week.  There is no registration required for this event.