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Winter Olympics
We’re going for gold with Library programs inspired by the 2026 Winter Olympics!
Savvy Sightseer’s Destination Travelogue: Northern Italy (In-Person)
Wednesday, February 4, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Join “Savvy Sightseer” Jeanne Schnupp for a picturesque tour of Northern Italy, just days before millions will flock to the area for the Winter Olympics! Milan, the “fashion capital of the world,” will serve as a home base for the Games, which will also spread out across the whole region, including Verona. This Northwest Italy Travelogue also includes the stunning scenery of the northern lakes and coastal Cinque Terre. See for yourself the conflicting and controversial Last Supper paintings by Renaissance artists DaVinci and Luini. Visit the Monumental Cemetery – Milan’s best-kept secret. Check out the oldest shopping mall in the world, phenomenal gardens, tiny fishing villages, spectacular lakes and so much more! This program is made possible by the Philip Groia Global Studies bequest. Click here to register starting 1/12.
Miracle on Ice: The Story of the 1980 Men’s Olympic Hockey Team (In-Person)
Monday, February 9, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
The “Miracle on Ice” is one of the most iconic upsets in U.S. sports history. Hockey fanatic and historian Jim Ward will tell the story of how head coach Herb Brooks united a group of college kids to defeat the Soviet powerhouse, eventually winning the gold medal at the 1980 Winter Olympics. Click here to register starting 1/12.
Friday Matinee: Miracle (2004) (In-Person)
Friday, February 20, 2:00 p.m.
The true story of Herb Brooks, the player-turned-coach who led the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team to victory over the seemingly invincible Soviet squad. No registration required. Starring Kurt Russell. PG (135 min.)
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Winter Reading
Adult Winter Reading Challenge
Monday, January 12 – Sunday, March 15
Join our Adult Winter Reading Challenge! Each book you read during the winter will earn you one raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize! Here’s how to get started:
1) Starting January 12, click here to register. Registration will continue throughout the winter.
2) You may use your computer or the Beanstack app (available on iTunes or Google Play stores). If you are unsure about how to do it online, call the Adult Reference Desk at 631-941-4080, ext.127, or visit us in the Library for extra assistance. One of our friendly Librarians will walk you through the registration process.
3) Read books in any format! Audiobooks, eBooks and print books all count.
4) Log books in Beanstack from the comfort of your home. For each book, you’ll be asked to write a quick, 1-3 sentence review telling us what you thought of the book.
5) Earn one eTicket per book to enter raffles of your choice. Each participant can earn a maximum of 10 eTickets for the winter.
6) Winter Reading ends on Sunday, March 15. Winners will be selected and contacted at the end of the winter!
Click here for more detailed instructions on how to register.
Click here for more detailed instructions on how to log books.
Winter Reading for the Younger Ones
Click here if you’re looking for Kids Winter Reading (Babies – Grade 5).
Click here if you’re looking for Teen/Tween Winter Reading (Grades 6 – 12).
Special thank you to Level Up Kitchen Library Café and The Rinx for the donation of raffle prizes.
Emma Clark employees, trustees, and members of their household are not eligible to enter contests/raffles.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org or call 631.941.4080 ext. 115.
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, 2025, 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, 2025, 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.
NEW! Pop-Up Concert – Mary, Queen of Scots: A Life in Music and Verse with The Van Swietens
Monday, November 24, 2025, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Featuring Nicholas Kleinman and Thibault Back de Surany of the chamber ensemble The Van Swietens, this program blends music, historical narrative, and spoken word to illuminate the extraordinary life of Mary Stuart (1542–1587), Queen of Scotland. You will be transported back in time through original music from the 16th and 17th centuries, original poetry written by the Queen herself, and a compelling biographical narrative based on the latest scholarly research. The concert aims to entertain, educate, and deepen public appreciation for this complex and often overlooked historical figure through the immersive power of music and storytelling. Open to all (residents and nonresidents). Click here to register now.
Medieval and Renaissance Concert: House of the Red Hart
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 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 register now.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
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