The Heart of the Three Village Community
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Baby, It’s Cold Outside!
Need some ideas of what to do when it’s freezing outdoors? You’re in the right place!
– Come to the Library to play – We gave games, toys, and puzzles for all ages, Playstix, and of course the popular train table. Osmo (“Play Beyond the Screen”) is always available for kids and is a combination of a digital experience and tangible play. We also have Imagination Playground (“Big Blue Blocks”) in our program room for kids to play with, whenever a class is not in session.
– Borrow a Playaway Launchpad for your child – These are tablets pre-loaded with educational apps appropriate for your kid. They are 100% secure and do not have Internet connectivity. Patrons do not have to install parental controls or worry about their children being exposed to unintended or inappropriate content. They now have new, sturdier cases too. Look for the bright orange packaging in the Children’s Department!
– Stay inside and watch movies –
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- Our new “Binge Boxes” include 4 – 6 DVDs that share themes such as “Romantic Comedies”, “Based on a Book”, “Sports on Screen”, “Courtroom Drama”, “Family Movie Night”, “Fright Night”, “Classic Films”, “Marvel Superheroes”, and “British Favorites.” You can find them in main reading room.
- Stream movies directly to your computer, phone, tablet or smart TV through Hoopla or Kanopy. Click here to get started.
– And of course, read a book! (We couldn’t be the Library and not mention that!)
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org or kids@emmaclark.org
New Sunday Hours
New this year! Our Sunday hours are now 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Veterans History Project
We’ve partnered with the Library of Congress to help preserve our community’s rich history through the Veterans History Project. Staff members will conduct interviews with U.S. military veterans, from any conflict, who are willing to share their experiences and stories. This initiative was originally started by the Library of Congress in 2000, and we’re thrilled to assist in creating these firsthand narratives.
Making oral history accessible is a key component to the documentation. Interviews will run from thirty minutes to one hour each and will be recorded at the Library. Completed interviews will be added to our Veterans History YouTube channel for public viewing and also archived in the Library of Congress. Participating veterans will receive a personal DVD copy of their interview. For more information, veterans should call the Library’s Adult Reference Desk at 631.941.4080 ext. 127. This is an ongoing program; we want to hear from you and preserve your story.
Honoring Our Veterans
Veterans Board
Each year in November, we display the Veterans Board in our Library lobby to highlight local veterans. Bring in a photo of your favorite veteran to the Circulation Desk or Adult Reference Desk and fill out a quick form about the veteran. We’ll display the picture on the Veterans Board. The veteran highlighted may be yourself, a friend, or a family member who served in uniform. The Veterans Board will be exhibited for the month of November, and the original photos will be available for pick-up at the Circulation Desk after December 1.
Please note that the Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
For Teens & Tweens (Grades 6 – 12)
Vets + Pets
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Create gifts for veterans who are adopting companion animals, or receiving a service animal. Taught by
Theresa Maritato. Earn 1 hour of community service credit. Click here to register now.
Questions? Email teens@emmaclark.org
For Kids (Grades 3 – 5) – Ongoing
Kids may join in honoring our country’s veterans and current troops. The Children’s Department offers an ongoing volunteer opportunity for those in Grades 3 – 6 to write letters and earn community service credit. Click here for more information.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
VetNow – Ongoing
VetNow is a free, online resource for veterans. It supports veterans & their families through:
- Assistance with VA benefits (by veterans themselves)
- Job transition resources
- Academic tutoring
- Q&A
- And more!
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Fold3 by Ancestry – Ongoing
Fold3 gives you free, online access to military records, including stories, photos, and personal documents of the men & women who served through through partnerships with The National Archives, the Library of Congress and other institutions.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Museum Pass for free admission to the LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum – Ongoing
The LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum is part of 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.
Reserve a pass and more information here: emmaclark.org/museum-passes.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Activities for Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts
Libraries are all about information, learning, and community, which makes us THE perfect place for Scouts!
Click here for a brochure on the wide variety of activities that we offer for Boy Scout and Girl Scout Troops.
To set up a date and time for your troop to visit, please contact the Children’s Department at kids@emmaclark.org or 631.941.4080, ext. 123.
The Heart of the Three Village Community
