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Latest Addition to Museum Passes
We’ve recently added The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum to the Library’s widely used Museum Pass Collection.
This interactive museum, located in West Sayville, is dedicated to the commemoration and storytelling of the U.S. Navy SEAL community and includes a movie theater and SEAL simulation ride. Three Village residents may borrow a pass for free admission for 2 adults and 4 children (under 18 years old). 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).
The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum complements the nearby Long Island Maritime Museum, which is also located in West Sayville and a part of Emma Clark’s Museum Pass Collection.
Click Here to Reserve a Pass and More Information on the Museum Pass Collection.
In 2024, there were 2,615 free museum visits for Three Village residents, thanks to Emma Clark Library’s Museum Pass collection. The program features close to 40 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 and Instagram @emmaclarklibrary.
The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum tells the story, sacrifices, and legacies of the Special Operators of Naval Special Warfare Command from the frogman and Underwater Demolition teams of WWII and Korea to the birth of the SEALs in Vietnam, the War on Terror, Operation Redwings, and an exhibition hall dedicated solely to the SEAL Training program. There are seven exhibition halls including a movie theater and a SEAL simulation ride to give the public a glimpse into the stories and lives of these very special men and heroes.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
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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 now 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
Suicide Prevention Workshops
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
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
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