How I Became a Pirate
A swashbuckling family musical opens at CMPAC, all treasure maps and singalong high seas fun for the younger crew.
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Things to Do in Islip This Weekend
This weekend in Islip (July 16 to 19): How I Became a Pirate at CM Performing Arts Center (Saturday); MOVIE NIGHT: Lilo & Stitch at Atlantique Marina (Saturday 6:30PM); THE GOODLIFE at The Wharf (Friday 6:00PM), plus 5 more picks below.
Events for the weekend of July 16 to 19, 2026
Every week we read through everything happening across the South Shore and keep only what is actually worth your time. Here is what is on in Islip this weekend.
For Families
For Families in Islip this weekend: How I Became a Pirate at CM Performing Arts Center (Saturday); MOVIE NIGHT: Lilo & Stitch at Atlantique Marina (Saturday 6:30PM).
MOVIE NIGHT: Lilo & Stitch
A free outdoor screening of the Disney favorite at the marina, blankets-and-stars summer movie night at its finest.
Free & Affordable
Free & Affordable in Islip this weekend: THE GOODLIFE at The Wharf (Friday 6:00PM).
THE GOODLIFE
Waterfront live music at The Wharf in Oakdale.
Around the Community
Around the Community in Islip this weekend: Town of Islip Senior Services.
Town of Islip Senior Services
The Town of Islip runs a full slate of services for residents 60 and over: six senior centers from Brentwood to West Islip, nutrition programs, transportation, shopping assistance, in-home support (EISEP), and a residential repair program. Call (631) 224-5340 to see what you or a neighbor qualify for.
Also Happening This Weekend
Also Happening This Weekend in Islip: Ed Ryan at Shandon Court (Friday 7:30PM); LENEE at The Wharf (Thursday 6:00PM); ED TRAVERS at The Wharf (Sunday 2:30PM).
Ed Ryan
Live music at the East Islip pub.
LENEE
Waterfront live music at The Wharf.
ED TRAVERS
Sunday waterfront music at The Wharf.
Makerspace Night
A hands-on makerspace evening for tinkerers and makers of all ages.
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