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Kids Summer Reading – Log those books!
2024 Kids Summer Reading Challenge (SRC) – Read any books you want! Win Prizes!
For Newborns – those entering 6th Grade in September…
⭐️Special early registration raffle prizes if you register by June 30!⭐️More raffle prizes at the end of SRC!⭐️Prize bags given to ALL KIDS who complete SRC!
- Click here to register. Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. You don’t need to register by a certain date, BUT if you register by June 30 you will be entered into special registration raffles! (see below for more info)
- You may use the computer or download the Beanstack app (available on iTunes or Google Play stores). Once registered, you can even log books through the Amazon Echo device (“Alexa”)! See blue links below for more info. If you are unsure about how to do it online, call the Children’s Department at 631.941.4080 ext.123.
- Every child who finishes SRC will get a prize bag (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the challenge). Prize bags will be available starting Monday, August 5. SRC ends on Sunday, August 18.
- We’ll also have raffle prizes at the end of SRC! The kids will be able to earn an eTicket each week, and raffle tickets can be entered into the system for any of the prizes they choose. Kids may enter all different raffles, or all the same, however they want to distribute their tickets. Tickets will be pulled, and winners will be announced at the end of SRC after Sunday, August 18. Listing of raffle prizes here!
- Prefer paper? Click here to print out a paper log.
Click here for our handy “Frequently Asked Questions”
Click here for instructions on the app.
Click here for instructions on how to use the Amazon Echo (“Alexa”) to log Summer Reading.
Register by June 30 and enter to win one of our special early registration raffles:
- Prize #1:
- Two Free Passes to Adventureland Amusement Park
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
- Prize #2:
- Signed baseball and voucher for 4 tickets for the Long Island Ducks 2025 season
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
- Prize #3:
- Two Free Days of Summer Camp at Silver Stars Gymnastics
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
- Prize #4:
- Two Free Tickets to Splish Splash Water Park
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
Show your School Spirit and win the EMMA CUP!
The school that has the highest percentage of children that sign up for AND finish SRC (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the program) will have their school’s name engraved on the trophy. This friendly competition is always a lot of fun each year!
Did you submit your child’s photos for the Summer Reading decorations? We have them up in our Children’s Department! We’ll also be posting photos on our Facebook and Instagram pages, so be sure to be on the lookout there!
What are the benefits of using the Beanstack program? Besides acting as an online book log (think of it as a “Fitbit for Reading”), there are other benefits to recording what you’ve read via the website, app, or Alexa, such as weekly book recommendations based on your child’s age, reading level, and interests. Parents and children will also be able to view themed guides on topics of interest (ranging from “Let’s Explore Rainbows” to “Stargazing”). When the child logs their books read, he/she will receive colorful electronic badges and earn raffle tickets for the many baskets that can be won this summer. Kids will also have the option to write book reviews and read learning tips for each book selected.
Emma Clark Library would like to thank the following businesses that support the Library and our community by donating gift cards and merchandise for Kids and Teens Summer Reading raffle prizes:
- Adventureland Amusement Park
- The Adventure Park of Long Island
- Applebee’s
- The Argyle Theatre
- Ben’s Garden
- The Bench
- Chico’s Tex Mex
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- College 101 Resource Center
- Crazy Beans
- D.J.’s Clam Shack
- Domo Sushi
- Druthers Coffee
- Embody Massage & Wellness
- Evolve Bank & Trust Mortgage – Janice Schweiger
- Faith Czarnecki at Travelista Travels
- John Braile Photography
- Kumon Learning Center
- Level Up Kitchen Library Cafe
- Long Island Ducks
- Long Island Explorium
- The Long Island Museum
- Luigi’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
- North Shore Properties Realty – Gina Lollo
- O Sole Mio Ristorante Pizzeria
- Panera Bread
- Paumanok Tours
- Port Jeff Bowl
- Port Jefferson Cinemas
- Port Jefferson Photography Club
- The Rinx
- Rolling Pin Bakery
- Setauket Gourmet Delicatessen & Caterers
- Silver Stars Gymnastics
- Sonic
- S.N. and Kamal Sridhar
- Splish Splash Water Park
- Staller Center for the Arts
- Stony Brook Pizza
- Súp Vietnamese Phở & Grill
- Urban Air
- Via Pizza
- Xplore Family Fun Center
Emma Clark employees, trustees, and members of their household are not eligible to enter contests/raffles.
Any other questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
Drop-In Events & Activities for Kids
These events and activities don’t require pre-registration, but they do guarantee lots of fun! Save these dates:
Star Wars Day
Saturday, May 9, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy carnival games with a Star Wars twist and enter our raffle contest. Children are encouraged to wear a Star Wars or space-themed costume. Fun for families with children up to grade 5.
Spring Spectacular
Wednesday, May 27, 10:30 – 12 noon
Hop on over to the Library for a spring bash bursting with fun! We’ll have spring crafts, games, and contests indoors, Plus the Suffolk County Libraries’ Bus, music, and more waiting for you outside (weather permitting). Fun for families with children ages 3 – 11 years old.
Crafternoon
Saturday, May 30, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Get creative with upcycled materials to make your very own work of art. Ages 3 – 11 years old with parent/caregiver.
Crafternoon
Thursday, June 25, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. (School Half Day)
Get creative with upcycled materials to make your very own work of art. Ages 3 – 11 years old with parent/caregiver.
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Monday, June 29, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Join us for carnival fun. We’ll have face painting, carnival games, music & more. Fun for families with children up to grade 5.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
Adventureland Discount Tickets
Tickets for the 2026 season are coming soon!
We have a limited number of discount tickets to Adventureland! Tickets are $35.00 (admission is typically $51.50 for ages 2 – 24 and $39.50 for ages 25+). They include access to the park and unlimited rides all day. Please note: Tickets are only valid for the 2026 summer season, June 1 – October 5. Parking is free.
Purchase tickets at the Circulation Desk in the Library’s lobby. As with all of our discounted tickets, purchasers must have valid Emma Clark Library cards; payment may be made by cash, check, or credit card; and families may purchase up to 4 tickets per month.
We also have discounted tickets to The Adventure Park, American Museum of Natural History, and the Long Island Aquarium. For more information, please click here.
Supplies are limited. Some restrictions apply. All purchases are non-refundable. All sales are final.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
New! Resources for College Admissions
New for teens, parents, or anyone headed to college! CollegeNow by Brainfuse is an online resource useful for the college admissions process & free with your library card. You may access it anytime, and from anywhere!
Get access to:
• Live Guidance Counselor
• Expert Review for Admissions Essays
• Application Resources
• Financial Aid Resources
• Admission Interview Resources
Click here to find all of Brainfuse’s resources, including CollegeNow!
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
Irish Heritage Programs
Kick off St. Patrick’s Day by celebrating Irish heritage at the Library!
St. Patrick’s Concert: Fiddlers Green (In-Person)
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy the music of Fiddlers Green, as they perform traditional music of Ireland and America in an authentic acoustic style. This program is made possible by the Philip Groia Global Studies bequest. Click here to register now.
Evening Book Discussion (In-Person)
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.
Two Irish novellas, Foster and Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan (book pickup starts 2/11). No registration required.
Irish Genealogy Workshop (In-Person)
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Join genealogist Eileen Swanberg as she takes you through the ups and down of Irish genealogical research. Learn about naming patterns. Find out why so many older censuses and other records no longer exist. Discover why your Irish Catholic family may be found in the Church of Ireland records instead of the Catholic Church records. Hear about Griffiths Primary Valuation and Tithe Applotment Books. Step “across the pond” to US records to help track down your immigrant Irish family. Hear about all the websites dedicated to your Irish research. Who knows…maybe you will find your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Click here to register now.
Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org
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