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Genealogy Research
Learn More About Your Heritage Before the Holidays
This will be a great conversation topic at the holiday dinner table! Research and trace your family’s history with free databases through the Library:
1) FamilySearch – we are a Family Search Affiliate Library! This means that if you go on Family Search from our website (while in the library), you gain access to approximately 400 million images that are not currently available to the public outside of an affiliate library or a FamilySearch center. There are billions of ancestor profiles, photographs, & historical documents.
2) Ancestry (Library Edition) – one of the premier tools for genealogical research (access inside the Library)
3) Heritage Quest – trace your ancestors with this helpful database of genealogical resources (access from anywhere!).
4) Fold3 (formerly Footnote), by Ancestry – discover your family’s military past! Gain access to historic documents & images through partnerships with US National Archives, The Library of Congress, & other institutions (access from anywhere)
Find these databases & resources at emmaclark.org/onlineresearch
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
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.
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Local History Classes
Join us for classes & events that explore the unique history of Long Island, and learn how to research your family’s ancestry. We have the following events and classes coming up in September and October:
11th Annual Culper Spy Day (In Person) – Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Click here for more info.
Introduction to FamilySearch Genealogy (In-Person)
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Emma Clark is now a FamilySearch Affiliate Library! Join the Terryville (Port Jefferson Station) FamilySearch Center’s volunteer, Eileen Swanberg, to learn how to set up your free account and start your genealogy research using the world’s largest collection of genealogical material available. Here you will learn how to use the different search functions to optimize your searches and build your family tree. Click here to register now.
George Washington Slept Here (In-Person)
Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
After the Revolutionary War ended on September 3, 1783, one of George Washington’s first acts as the new President was to come to Long Island for a “Grand Tour” to thank those who helped defeat of the British. Join Eco-Photo Explorers as they trace Washington’s route, share stories of his visit, and tell you what became of the locations he visited. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Haunted Long Island Mysteries (In-Person)
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Award-winning author and historian Kerriann Flanagan Brosky, along with medium/paranormal investigator Joe Giaquinto, will delight you with tales of their ghostly adventures, which interweave local history and the spiritual realm. They discuss the research and investigations behind the making of Kerriann’s book, Haunted Long Island Mysteries. During their lecture, you will see a presentation of the places they have visited and listen to EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomenon, along with fascinating Ghost Box recordings from their field investigations. A book signing, with books available to purchase, will follow. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Image: A map of Long Island in 1815 from Wikimedia Commons.
Teen/Tween Takeover Days
We host “Teen & Tween Takeover” Days, providing an opportunity for those in Grades 6 – 12 to spend the day at the Library with back-to-back programs over the course of one day.
Sunday, December 28. Sign up for one or more of these programs:
Tote Bags for Library Drives, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Decorate canvas totes to be donated to local pantries and soup kitchens, along with items from the Library’s various supplies drives. Taught by Teen & Tween Dept Staff. Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program. Click here to register now.
Trivia and Pizza, 12 noon – 1:00 p.m.
Are you terrific at trivia? Test your skills at this program! Work as a team with your tablemates to win fabulous prizes! Plus, we’ll have pizza and snacks for all! Led by Library Assistant Kiera. Click here to register now.
Pocket Scarves for People in Need, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Hand sew pocket scarves to be donated to people in need, via the library’s Give Warmth drive. Taught by Teen & Tween Dept Staff. No prior sewing skills necessary. Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program. Click here to register now.
Little Essentials Pantry: Mason Jar Hot Cocoa Gifts, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Create Mason Jar Hot Cocoa Gifts for people in need, to be distributed via the Library’s Little Essentials Pantry. Taught by Teen & Tween Dept Staff. Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program. Click here to register now.
Sunday, January 18. Sign up for one or more of these programs:
Seed Packet Processing, 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon
Count, pack, and label seed packets for our Seed Library. Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program. Click here to register starting 12/16.
Comfort and Cocoa, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Write messages of empowerment for survivors of human trafficking on a piece of felt, creating a quilt which will be donated to SCATI (Suffolk County Anti Trafficking Initiative). We will serve hot cocoa during the program. Taught by Danielle DiMauro. Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program. Click here to register starting 12/16.
Nintendo Switch Tournament, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Bring your friends and meet other gamers at this Nintendo Switch Tournament! The Library will provide all equipment; teens are welcome to bring their own wireless controllers if they prefer. Snacks will be provided; winning teens and tweens get prizes. Click here to register starting 12/16.
Questions? Email teens@emmaclark.org
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