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New Museum Pass
We are the very first library to purchase the new Museum Pass for Libraries through The Three Village Historical Society!
The Three Village Historical Society is located right in Setauket, just down the road from Emma Clark. This organization teaches the vibrant history of our local area from the indigenous peoples who first called this region home to General Washington’s undercover Culper Spy Ring and the academic wonders of Stony Brook University.
Three Village residents may borrow a pass from the Library for free admission for 4 adults and 4 children (under 18 years old). The pass includes a 20% discount on items in the historical society’s gift shop. This pass is “Print & Go”, which means patrons may print it from any computer (there is no need to pick up a physical pass from the library). To reserve a pass, Library cardholders may visit emmaclark.org/museum-passes.
Visitors who would like to book docent-led tours may email a copy of the pass to visit@tvhs.org with their preferred date and time.
This pass marks the 40th museum or cultural center in Emma Clark’s very popular Museum Pass collection, and the Library is thrilled that it is their neighboring institution.
Those who borrow passes through Emma Clark’s Museum Pass program are encouraged to share their adventures on social media with the hashtag #EmmaTakesMePlaces. Emma Clark Library may be found on Facebook @emmaclarklibrary and Instagram @emmaclarklibrary.
The Three Village Historical Society is dedicated to fostering local history education within our community. Through the collection and preservation of artifacts, documents, and other materials, we bring the rich stories of the Three Village area to life. Our mission is to explore the history of the people who have shaped this region from its earliest habitation to the present, ensuring that their stories are not just remembered but celebrated.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Emma Clark Offers Pass for Free Admission to Historical Society
Setauket, NY – October 14, 2025 –
Emma Clark Library is the very first library to purchase the new Museum Pass for Libraries through The Three Village Historical Society.
The Three Village Historical Society is located right in Setauket, just down the road from Emma Clark. This organization teaches the vibrant history of our local area from the indigenous peoples who first called this region home to General Washington’s undercover Culper Spy Ring and the academic wonders of Stony Brook University.
Three Village residents may borrow a pass from the Library for free admission for 4 adults and 4 children (under 18 years old). The pass includes a 20% discount on items in the historical society’s gift shop. This pass is “Print & Go”, which means patrons may print it from any computer (there is no need to pick up a physical pass from the library). To reserve a pass, Library cardholders may visit emmaclark.org/museum-passes.
Visitors who would like to book docent-led tours may email a copy of pass to visit@tvhs.org with their preferred date and time.
This pass marks the 40th in Emma Clark’s very popular Museum Pass collection, and the Library is thrilled that it is their neighboring institution.
Those who borrow passes through Emma Clark’s Museum Pass program are encouraged to share their adventures on social media with the hashtag #EmmaTakesMePlaces. Emma Clark Library may be found on Facebook @emmaclarklibrary and Instagram @emmaclarklibrary.
The Three Village Historical Society is dedicated to fostering local history education within our community. Through the collection and preservation of artifacts, documents, and other materials, we bring the rich stories of the Three Village area to life. Our mission is to explore the history of the people who have shaped this region from its earliest habitation to the present, ensuring that their stories are not just remembered but celebrated.
The Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, located at 120 Main Street in Setauket and online at www.emmaclark.org, provides public library service to all residents of the Three Village Central School District.
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Concerts at Emma Clark
Enjoy three cozy concerts this autumn — free and live — where the music will take you on a journey!
An Autumn Concert with the Jazz Loft Trio
Sunday, November 2, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
The Jazz Loft Trio – Christopher Donohue (saxophone), Steve Salerno (guitar), and Dean Johnson (bass) – will perform a mix of classic jazz standards and favorites from the Great American Songbook. Click here to register now.
The Como Brothers: LIVE Music
Wednesday, November 19, 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.
Matt and Andrew Como, the dynamic singer-songwriter duo, bring their infectious energy and heartfelt music to Emma Clark! Known for their signature blend of pop, rock, and soul, The Como Brothers perform popular music from the 1950s to today, as well as original songs that all ages enjoy. Click here to register now.
Medieval and Renaissance Concert: House of the Red Hart
Sunday, December 7, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. in the 1892 Historic Periodical Room
Step into the historic 1892 section of the library and let the voices of a capella singing group House of the Red Hart lead you into the past and the courts of European royalty. The concert will feature music by great medieval and renaissance composers Thomas Tallis, Saint Thomas Aquinas, and King Henry VIII. Holiday songs will be included as well. Members of House of the Red Hart have been singing together for over two decades and are excited to be sharing their passion with a new audience. This concert is made possible by the Philip Groia Global Studies bequest. Click here to reserve your spot starting 11/3.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Interim Director
Message from the Library Board of Trustees
As was announced in our July/August newsletter (see image below), Ted Gutmann has retired as Library Director. The Board of Trustees has been actively engaged in the search for Emma S. Clark Memorial Library’s next Director.
Effective September 22, 2025, we have appointed Brian Debus, currently Head Children’s Librarian, as Interim Director. Brian will serve in this role until a permanent Director is selected.
The Board extends its sincere gratitude to Ted not only for his 27 years of dedicated service to the Library, but also for his continued leadership as Interim Director over the past several months. We wish him all the best as he begins a well-deserved retirement.
Hispanic Heritage Month Programs
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these programs honoring the vibrant cultures and lasting contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities:
Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera
Monday, October 6, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
As two of Mexico’s most iconic and revolutionary artists, Kahlo and Rivera helped define an era. Artist and professor Chris Vivas will discuss Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s tumultuous history together, along with their murals, Mexican identity, and political ideals. He’ll also explore the social change that stemmed from their artistic achievements. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Dance the Cha-Cha!
Friday, October 10, 2025, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Learn to dance the cha-cha with professional dancer and instructor Michelle Vicale. Cha-cha originated in Cuba in the 1940s with its playful rhythm. It incorporates music and dance from the mambo and rumba. Cha-cha made its way to the United States in the 1950s. It is now a very popular social and competitive dance. No experience necessary and no partner required. This class is made possible by the Philip Groia Global Studies bequest. Click here to register now.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
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