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Community Volunteer Fair Back at Emma Clark Library

Setauket, NY – September 5, 2024 –

For those looking to serve and better the community, consider stopping by Emma Clark Library’s Community Volunteer Fair on Wednesday, September 25 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Visitors are welcome to explore opportunities by meeting and speaking with representatives from local organizations seeking volunteers. In addition to becoming involved and being an engaged citizen, volunteering is a great way to get acquainted with your neighbors and make new friends. Volunteer work can enhance a resume or college application as well.

Registration is not necessary to attend the Volunteer Fair, and all are welcome (both teens and adults, as well as Three Village residents and non-residents). The Library is hosting over a dozen organizations at the event, and below is list of those scheduled to be in attendance (as of September 3):

American Red Cross
Avalon Nature Preserve
Bethel Hobbs Community Farm
Emma Clark Library’s Teen Department
Guide Dog Foundation
Last Chance Animal Rescue
Open Door Exchange
Parker Jewish Institute – Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Program
Sisters of St. Joseph
Sweetbriar Nature Center
Theatre Three
Three Village Historical Society
Three Village Lending Aids Society
Ward Melville Heritage Organization

Furthermore, there will be a table with materials from organizations who were unable to attend the fair but are also looking for volunteers. Anyone with questions about this program is encouraged to email askus@emmaclark.org or call 631.941.4080.

The Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, located at 120 Main Street in Setauket and on the web at www.emmaclark.org, provides public library service to all residents of the Three Village Central School District.

“The Heart of the Three Village Community”

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Suicide Prevention Workshops

2 hands holding a yellow ribbon. Text on top says "Adults and Teens."

We’re offering two important workshops this summer on suicide prevention. Both of these programs will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024:

Teen Suicide Prevention, 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
This program will teach teens about warning signs and risk factors, how to talk to a friend or peer that is considering suicide, how to connect a friend or peer to help, and how to support a friend or peer who is thinking about suicide. Teens will earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program. Click here to register now.

Suicide Prevention Program for Adults, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Learn the warning signs and risk factors of suicide, how to intervene with someone considering suicide, and how to refer them to appropriate help. Click here to register now.

These workshops will be presented by Eric Van Deusen, a certified QPR Suicide Prevention Instructor and Outreach Specialist for RISE Life Services‘ Suicide Prevention Program.

If you or someone you know if struggling with thoughts of suicide, contact 988 to connect with a crisis counselor 24/7.

Questions about the programs? Email askus@emmaclark.org or teens@emmaclark.org

Emma Clark’s Little Free Library at the Beach Open Early

Setauket, NY – May 9, 2024 –

Due to popular demand, the Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach hosted by Emma Clark Library was installed before the usual time so that beachgoers may enjoy books even longer. Its official opening was Thursday, May 9!

A literary summer tradition, the Little Free Library at the beach has been going strong since its inception in 2016. After close to ten years, the structure itself had taken quite a beating; therefore, Library employees have built a replacement cabinet, once again constructed from recycled materials. You might recognize the sides of the structure, which were assembled from end caps of previous library shelving units. The legs of the cabinet were made from an old library chair.

This “Take a Book or Leave a Book” concept inspires beachgoers to read, share, and reuse and encourages lifelong reading. It is located under the pavilion at the beach. Visitors are encouraged to grab a book and/or donate one. The books are all donated by the public and cater to all ages. This little library is possible thanks in part to many generous booklovers (books are not curated or owned by Emma Clark – don’t return your library books here!). Library teen volunteers “adopt” the library each week to ensure that it is neat, undamaged, and well-stocked.

There is no need to live in Three Village to participate, as long as you are a visitor to the beach. The Town of Brookhaven and Environmental Educator Nicole Pocchiare have once again graciously given their consent for Emma Clark to host the Little Free Library at the beach.

“I was happy to take part in the installation of the Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach again this year,” remarked Councilman Jonathan Kornreich. “The dedication of Emma Clark Library to providing access to books and knowledge for the community, especially younger readers, is truly commendable. I see the positive impact this resource has on the residents of our town. Thank you to all involved for continuing this project for nine consecutive years.”

Little Free Libraries have become an international phenomenon since their inception in 2010, and Little Free Library was established as a nonprofit organization in 2012 in Wisconsin. According to the official Little Free Library website, there are over 150,000 registered book-sharing boxes across the United States and 120 countries worldwide. Emma Clark’s Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach is registered on www.littlefreelibrary.org and can be found on the site’s official map of all Little Free Libraries.

Emma Clark Library is delighted to increase access to books for all ages and promote the exchange of books within the community, enhancing a day at the beloved West Meadow Beach.

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Discount Tickets

We have discounted vouchers to The Adventure Park! The Adventure Park, located in Wheatley Heights, is Long Island’s largest outdoor aerial ropes course and ziplining park.

Vouchers are $39 (general admission is typically $69 for adults 14+ and $59 for children 7 – 13). Price includes equipment, harnessing, safety briefing, a practice session, and 3 hours of zipline and climbing fun in the trees! There is no expiration date.

Purchase a voucher at the Circulation Desk in the Library’s lobby. Once you obtain your individual, one-time voucher ticket code, you will follow the instructions on the back to book your ticket. As with all of our discounted tickets, purchasers must have valid Emma Clark Library cards, payment may be made by cash or check, and families may purchase up to 4 tickets per month.

Tickets are for general admission (7+ years). Please check directly with The Adventure Park for current guidelines. It is the patron’s responsibility to inquire about limited hours/services, additional fees, or any policies prior to their visit.

Supplies are limited. Some restrictions apply. All purchases are non-refundable. All sales are final.

We also have discounted tickets to Adventureland, American Museum of Natural History, and the Long Island Aquarium. For more information, please click here.

Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org

Borrow the Pass & Visit

Text says "New Museum Added! 9/11 Memorial & Museum" with photo of memorial in the background

We’ve recently acquired a Museum Pass to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. The museum just began offering passes to libraries, and we immediately purchased one, as it was a museum that Three Village patrons have expressed interest in.

Three Village residents may borrow a pass for free admission for 2 adults and 2 children (under 18 years old) to the museum, located at 180 Greenwich Street in New York City (the Memorial is free to the public, and the Museum lists adult admission price on their website at $33). Those with a pass not only visit the museum for free, but also receive complimentary audio guides and a 20% discount to the museum store. Library cardholders may click here for more information and to reserve a pass. This is a physical pass that must be picked up and returned to the Library.

The Museum Pass program at Emma Clark Library features over 35 museums, gardens, historic sites, family-friendly attractions, and cultural institutions on Long Island and in New York City.

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 9/11 Memorial Museum serves as the country’s principal institution for examining the attacks of September 11, 2001 and documenting their continuing impact and significance.