Join us on the Library Lawn!

Outdoor Programs

Whether you’re looking for an energetic Friday night concert, a relaxing painting demonstration, or a spirited exercise class (with some surprise guests!), our beautiful front lawn is the place to be…

Concert on the Library Lawn – Paige Patterson
Friday, July 10 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Distinguished local singer Paige Patterson brings us her immersive show, “Pure Joy with Paige Patterson: Musical Therapy for the Soul.” Backed by her live band, she’ll sing an eclectic mix of standards, from Sinatra to Santana, the Harlem Renaissance to Classic Soul, Broadway to foreign languages. Reviving memories of a bygone era, this concert will restore your faith in the timeless power of music!

This concert is open to the public, and there is no registration. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.

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Painting Demonstration on the Library Lawn
Sunday, July 12 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Local artist Doug Reina will paint en plein air on the Library Lawn. You are invited to watch him at work and ask your questions. Doug Reina is a two-time Pollock-Krasner grant recipient whose studio is in Setauket. No registration necessary; drop-ins welcome. You are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. 

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Goat Yoga on the Library Lawn (Open to Adults, Teens/Tweens, and Children in Grades K – 5)
Friday, July 24, multiple times from 2:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Join us on the Library Lawn for Goat Yoga, featuring baby goats from LI Pony Parties and Petting Zoo and an instructor from Satya Yoga & Pilates. Be ready to stretch, pose, and become climbing challenges for the goats! Bring a yoga mat or a towel, a water bottle, and wear clothes you are willing to interact with goats in.  

Registration and important information: Animal attendants and Library Staff will be on hand to supervise Goat Yoga. Adults and Teens & Tweens entering Grades 6-12 may attend independently; Children entering Grades K – 5 must attend with a supervising adult (supervising adult may participate and does not need to register).  All attendees must complete a waiver before participating in Goat Yoga. Waiver will be emailed to all participants.

2:45 – 3:30 p.m. session:

Kids (with caregiver), register for the 2:45 p.m. session here starting on 6/29
Teens/Tweens, register for the 2:45 p.m. session here starting on 6/29

4:00 – 4:45 p.m. session:

Kids (with caregiver), register for the 4:00 p.m. session here starting on 6/29
Teens/Tweens, register for the 4:00 p.m. session here starting on 6/29

5:15 – 6:00 p.m. session:

Adults, register for the 5:15 p.m. session here starting on 6/29
Teens/Tweens, register for the 5:15 p.m. session here starting on 6/29

6:30 – 7:15 p.m. session:

Adults, register for the 6:30 p.m. session here starting on 6/29
Teens/Tweens, register for the 6:30 p.m. session here starting on 6/29

Please only register for one session, thank you!

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Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org