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Halloween Programs
Creep a peek at all the Halloween-themed programs in September and October. We have something for all ages!
Adults
Haunted Long Island Mysteries
Thursday, October 9, 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 will follow. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
The Haunted Theatres of Broadway
Wednesday, October 15, 12:30 – 1:45 p.m.
Each night after the applause dies, the curtain falls, the audience vanishes, the cleaners dust, and the lights are killed, great theatres become dark and silent places. But not always quite empty. That’s when the theatre ghosts make their entrance and strut and fret their hour upon the shadowed boards, illuminated only by the ghost light, the solitary lamp that is required to burn through the night on every Broadway stage. Many of Broadway’s busiest theatres continue to be just as busily haunted by spirits, some with well-known names and histories. Come and hear the haunting ghost stories of Broadway with author and longtime Playbill editor Robert Viagas. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Click here to register now.
Classics in Our Historic Library: Dracula by Bram Stoker
Monday, October 27, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Looking to revisit the great works of literature? Are old books your cup of tea? Join us for an intimate book discussion in the historic 1892 section of the library. Librarian Emma Yohannan will facilitate a discussion of Dracula by Bram Stoker. Read your own copy of the book or ask a librarian to assist you in borrowing a copy ahead of the program. Click here to register now.
Halloween Bingo!
Friday, October 31, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Show off your Halloween costume, eat some candy, and join us for a relaxing afternoon of bingo and conversation with friends and neighbors. Click here to register now.
Teens/Tweens AND Adults
After Hours: Paranormal Investigations at the Library
Saturday, September 20, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. OR 9:30 – 11:30 p.m.
Have you ever wanted to experience a professional paranormal investigation? Join us as we attempt to find (or debunk) local ghosts at Emma Clark Library! After the Library closes, registered attendees will meet Library Staff at the main entrance and be escorted into the Library for the investigation. Members of the Long Island Paranormal Investigators organization will explain the science behind their investigative tools, while Library Staff discuss the history of the Library and local area, as well as unexplained occurrences that have led some to wonder if the Library is haunted. Participants will split up into groups, led by Paranormal Investigators, to see what (or who) is at the root of some of the Library’s spooky stories.
This will be a locked-in event. The Library will be closed to all but the participants of this event. Minor-aged Teen and Tween attendees must have a permission form on file. Once in the library building, participants may not leave the building until the end of the event.
Click here to register for the 7:00 p.m. program now.
Click here to register for the 9:30 p.m. program now.
Paranormal Investigations at the Library: The Debrief
Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
In September, the Library held spooky and educational after-hours paranormal investigation events for patrons, with the guidance of members of the Long Island Paranormal Investigators organization. Now, the Investigators will go over the evidence found and discuss its scientific implications. Decide for yourself whether the evidence is explainable or a mystery! The Investigators will also discuss other local investigations they have conducted and show off some of their most creepy evidence. You’ll have to be there to see it! Click here to register now.
Teens/Tweens (Grades 6 – 12)
Candy Land Training & Decorations Night (Grades 6 – 12)
Wednesday, September 24, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Plus more nights! Teen/tween volunteers make a sweet magical land come alive for the children in our community. Create decorations and volunteer at this adored event! Click here for more info and to register.
Book & Movie Club: Dracula
Sunday, October 5, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Please note this is a date change from the printed newsletter.
You’ve heard it said many times before, “The book was better than the movie!” But was it really? Check out and read Dracula by Bram Stoker, then come to our Book and Movie Club to watch the 1931 movie version (unrated, predates the MPAA rating system). Led by Library Assistant Kiera. Discuss your opinion, get the chance to win a themed raffle, meet new friends, and eat snacks! Click here to register now.
Escape the Library: The Quiet Zone
Sunday, October 12, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 1:00 – 1:45 p.m., 2:15 – 3:00 p.m., OR 3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
You’ve fallen into another dimension, a dimension of sound, a dimension of sight, a dimension of mind. You’re moving into a land of both shadow and substance, of things and ideas. You’ve just crossed over into… the Quiet Zone. To escape this Zone, you must set the space to rights, using all your senses to decipher the clues and unlock the door back to reality. Please only sign up for one session of this Escape Game.
Click here to register for 10:30 a.m.
Click here to register for 11:45 a.m.
Click here to register for 1:00 p.m.
Click here to register for 2:15 p.m.
Click here to register for 3:30 p.m.
Spooky Trivia and Pizza
Friday, October 17, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Are you terrifyingly good at trivia? Test your spooky skills! 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.
DIY Zombie Make-Up
Friday, October 24, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Create personalized Zombie makeup just in time for Halloween! Use professional-grade supplies to create your gruesome look, which can be applied and removed over and over. Taught by artist and art educator Chris Vivas. Click here to register now.
Book & Movie Club: Hallowe’en Party
Sunday, October 26, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
You’ve heard it said many times before, “The book was better than the movie!” But was it really? Check out and read Hallowe’en Party by Agatha Christie, then come to our Book and Movie Club to watch the 2023 movie version, A Haunting in Venice (rated PG-13). Led by Library Assistant Kiera. Discuss your opinion, get the chance to win a themed raffle, meet new friends, and eat snacks! Click here to register now.
Kids (PreK – Grade 5)
Candy Land Decorating Community Service Project (Grades 3 – 5)
Tuesday, September 9, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Make creative candy-themed decorations for our annual Candy Land event in the Children’s Library! Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register now.
Life-Sized Candy Land (Ages 3 – 7 years w/ caregiver)
Friday, October 3, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Children will travel through the game’s colorful winding trail, while meeting characters (played by teen/tween volunteers) and getting treats. Halloween costumes are encouraged but not required. Games will begin at 10-minute intervals from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Register for your start time either in-person or by calling 631.941.4080 x. 123 starting 9/19.
Desserts with Chef Rob: Graveyard Cupcakes (Grades K – 5)
Monday, October 6, 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. OR 7:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Decorate a scary cupcake to take home.
Click here to register for 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register for 7:30 p.m.
Fright Factory (Grades K – 5)
Thursday, October 9, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Create a paper haunted house full of spooky silhouettes. Click here to register now.
Moonlit Whiskers (Grades 2 – 5)
Monday, October 13, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. School closed.
Draw and paint a black cat scene with Art Teacher Amy. Click here to register now.
Circuit Monsters (Grades 3 – 5)
Tuesday, October 21, 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
Create a light-up monster w/ pipe cleaners, batteries, and LEDs. Click here to register now.
Spooky Bus (Best suited for Grades K – 5)
Wednesday, October 22, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Update: This is a rescheduled date!
Stop by anytime between 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. for a quick stroll through the Suffolk County Libraries’ bus, all decked out in Halloween fun! No registration required.
Family Night: Monster Mash (For families with children up to Grade 5)
Friday, October 24, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy family fun with a variety of monster crafts, games, and some monstrously delicious pizza! Click here to register now.
No Oven Needed: Vampire Smiles (Grades K – 5)
Wednesday, October 29, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
Turn apple slices, melted chocolate, & marshmallows into vampire smiles snacks. Click here to register now.
Halloween Parade (Ages 18 months – 5 years w/ caregiver)
Friday, October 31, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. OR 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Join us for a Halloween program and parade in the Library!
Click here to register for 10:00 a.m.
Click here to register for 11:00 a.m.
Questions about Adult programs? askus@emmaclark.org
Questions about Teen/Tween programs? teens@emmaclark.org
Questions about Kids programs? kids@emmaclark.org
SRC Ends on 8/17
2025 Kids Summer Reading Challenge (SRC) – Read any books you want! Win Prizes!
For babies – those entering 5th 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). 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 4. SRC ends on Sunday, August 17.
- 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 17. 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.
Register by June 30, 2025 and enter to win one of our special early registration raffles:
- Prize #1: 2 free passes to Adventureland Amusement Park, special prize bag, and children’s book
- Prize #2: 4-pack of tickets to the American Museum of Natural History, special prize bag, and children’s book
- Prize #3: 4 tickets to the Long Island Ducks for the 2025 season, a signed baseball, special prize bag, and children’s book
- Prize #4: 2 free tickets to Splish Splash, special prize bag, and 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!
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 our Kids, Teens & Tweens, & Adult Summer Reading raffle prizes:
- Adventureland Amusement Park
- The Adventure Park of Long Island
- Applebee’s
- The Argyle Theatre
- The Bench
- Ben’s Garden
- The Bite Size Bake Shop
- The Cheesecake Factory
- College 101 Resource Center
- Crazy Beans
- Faith Czarnecki at Travelista Travels
- Druthers Coffee
- DJ’s Clam Shack
- The Jazz Loft
- Kumon Learning Center of Stony Brook
- Level Up Kitchen Library Cafe
- Long Island Explorium
- The Long Island Museum
- The Long Island Violin Shop
- Luigi’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
- New York Giants
- New York Jets
- O Sole Mio Ristorante Pizzeria
- Panera Bread
- Paumanok Tours
- Port Jefferson Photography Club
- The Rinx
- Rolling Pin Bakery
- Schnitzels Gastropub
- Setauket Gourmet Delicatessen & Caterers
- Shake Shack
- S.N. and Kamal Sridhar
- Splish Splash
- Staller Center for the Arts
- Stony Brook Wings
- Three Village Historical Society
- 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
ABCMouse now free at home!
ABCmouse is the award-winning early learning resource for math, phonics, reading, and more. Designed by learning experts, your child can practice anytime, anywhere. It has interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and more for ages 2 – 6+.
With your library card, you can now access ABCmouse at home for free! Click Here, choose New York, find Emma S Clark Library in the drop down menu, and then enter your library card’s barcode and your Library PIN or password.
Once you hit submit, you should see a page with the name of your library across the top. This page also contains fields for a name and email so you can make separate ABC Mouse accounts for each child in the household. You can even log in and track your child’s progress.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
“Hands & Hearts” Kids Community Mural
Drop in with your children (Newborns – 12 years old) to make an ink handprint and decorate paper hearts. The mural will be on display in the Children’s Library for the Summer.
Saturday, May 6, 2023. 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. No registration required.
Kids in grades K – 6 can receive one hour of community service credit.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
Book Discussion and Museum Tour
We’ve partnered with The Long Island Museum for a collaborative book discussion. The program is a one-of-a-kind reading experience, where the museum exhibit enhances the conversation about the book.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the History Museum (Main Visitor Entrance)
Educators from the Long Island Museum will guide us through the exhibit Building the Ballot Box: Long Island’s Democratic History. Then we’ll be discussing the book, Stories from Suffragette City edited by M.J. Rose and Fiona Davis, led by Librarian Emma Yohannan. Registration required. Residents and nonresidents welcome. Click here to register now. Emma Clark cardholders will have a copy of the book reserved for them in early April. You’ll be notified when the book is waiting for you. Nonresidents are responsible for obtaining their book through their home library.
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