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Remember and Honor
Join us for these programs that honor the achievements, culture, and contributions of Black Americans, in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Black History Month:
The Civil Rights Movement on Long Island (Online Class)
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Utilizing images from local historical societies and private collections, Christopher Verga, Long Island history professor and author of Civil Rights on Long Island, will tell the story of how, although often overlooked, Long Island has been a battleground for the civil rights movement. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Ingenuity And Resistance: The History of African American Foods in Early New York (In-Person)
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Local historian Melanie Cardone-Leathers will discuss the culinary history of African Americans in the New York area. Learn the stories behind these foods and customs as she explores the day-to-day life of early African American New Yorkers with special attention to what they were eating and drinking, the recipes and ingredients of the time, and the legacies they left behind. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Remember Liss: A New American Founding Figure (Online Class)
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 7:00 – 8:o0 p.m.
A captivating program exploring the remarkable story of Elizabeth “Liss”, an enslaved woman owned by the Townsend family of Oyster Bay. Through Liss’s extraordinary journey, historian and author Claire Bellerjeau sheds new light on the Revolutionary era and the nation’s founding, revealing this pivotal history through the eyes of an enslaved Black woman seeking liberty in a country fighting for its own. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
New Library Director
Ms. Liguori is also an adjunct faculty member within the Master of Library and Information Science Online Program for the Morgridge College of Education at the University of Denver, teaching theoretical and conceptual foundations of management within library and information organizations. Some notable recent projects that she has been a part of include the 2025 Vibrant Denver Bond, which will provide over $41 million to repair and improve vital infrastructure and community spaces, and the Anderson Academic Commons, which was a $37 million renovation project for the University of Denver’s library system. Ms. Liguori holds a B.A. in Communications (with a minor in Gender & Women’s Studies) and Master of Library Science & Information Science from the University of Denver.
“After an exhaustive nationwide search, we are excited to have found Theresa,” remarked Library Board President Anthony Parlatore. “The Board and staff look forward to teaming with her in continuing to keep our library as the jewel of our community – an innovative, provocative, and fun place to learn, explore and experience all the resources modern libraries have to offer.”
In her free time, Ms. Liguori enjoys spending time with family, cooking, reading, going to movies and shows, and getting cuddles from the family’s Great Pyrenees, Casper.
Ms. Liguori stated, “I am extremely excited for this opportunity. This library is a cornerstone of knowledge, and it has built a strong foundation rooted in excellent service and civic engagement. I look forward to working collaboratively with the staff, trustees, and the community, to broaden the library’s vital role as a dynamic and inclusive center of belonging and connection.”
As Library Director, Ms. Liguori will bring her vision and leadership to the Three Village community, and all at the Library are eager to work with her and her wide-ranging expertise in service of the Library’s mission.
Photo credit: Meka McBoat
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, 2026, 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. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Miracle on Ice: The Story of the 1980 Men’s Olympic Hockey Team (In-Person)
Monday, February 9, 2026, 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 now.
Friday Matinee: Miracle (2004) (In-Person)
Friday, February 20, 2026, 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, 2026
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) 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
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