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Things to do when school’s out!

Snowman in a snowy forest. Big cloud that says "Kids Holiday Break Programs"

Looking for something to do with the kids while they’re off from school during the Holiday Break in December? We have Library fun for all ages!

Sew-a-Plushie (Grades 4 & 5)
Friday, December 26, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Have fun hand sewing a plushie while learning a practical skill with the Long Island Youth Development Art Club. Click here to register starting 12/12.

Jewelry Making (Grades K–5 w/ caregiver)
Friday, December 26, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Drop by to make bracelets, washer necklaces, and more! No registration required.

Decorating with Chef Rob: Winter Snowman Cupcakes (Grades K – 5) 
Saturday, December 27, 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. OR 11:30 a.m. – 12 noon
Create three different winter snowman cupcakes to take home.
Click here to register for the 11:00am class starting 12/13.
Click here to register for the 11:30am class starting 12/13.

Flurry Friends with Art Teacher Amy (Grades 2 – 5)
Monday, December 29, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Draw and paint adorable reindeer all bundled up. Click here to register starting 12/15.

Stretch Your Imagination (Ages 2 – 4 years with caregiver)
Monday, December 29, 10:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Sing, dance & play along on our music & movement adventure! Click here to register starting 12/15.

Magic of Amore (Families with children ages 3 – 11 years)
Tuesday, December 30, 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon
Experience illusions, comedy, and audience participation in this exciting magic show! No registration required.

Minecraft (Grades 2 – 5)
Tuesday, December 30, 2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
Join us for a Minecraft building challenge! “Place” and “Break” blocks on the Library’s computers. We will meet in the Tech Center on the Library’s lower level. Click here to register starting 12/16.

Noon Year’s Eve (Grades K – 5)
Wednesday, December 31, 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon
Whip up a festive New Year’s treat, then join us for a special countdown to noon to ring in 2026! Click here to register starting 12/17

New Year, New Heights (Grades K – 2)
Friday, January 2, 2026, 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.
Build a mobile full of 3D paper hot air balloons featuring your new years resolutions. Click here to register starting 12/19.

Resolution Wreaths (Grades 3 – 5)
Friday, January 2, 2026, 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Start the year with creativity and intention! Craft a colorful fabric wreath that’s not only a charming decoration for your home, but also a daily reminder of the goals and resolutions that matter most to you. Whether you’re aiming to be more mindful, adventurous, organized, or kind, your handmade wreath will inspire you each time you see it. Click here to register starting 12/19.

Engineering Challenge (Grades K – 5)
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Join the WMHS Robotics Team for an engineering challenge. Click here to register starting 12/20.

Please note: We are closing early at 3:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve (December 24 and 31). We will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day (December 25 and January 1).

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org

Fall & Halloween-Themed Programs for Kids

Halloween and fall themed graphics. Text says kids

Candy and some not-so-scary Halloween-themed fun for all ages in our Children’s Department this season:

Life-Sized Candy Land – Friday, October 4, 2024
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Children will travel through the game’s winding trail, while meeting characters (played by teen 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. An adult may accompany up to 2 children. Ages 3 – 7 years old with parent/guardian.
Register in-person or by calling 631.941.4080 x.123 for your start time beginning 9/20.

Halloween Scene – Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Skele-brate Halloween by coming to a spook-tacular program!

“Stretch” Your Imagination: Spooky Style – This class has been cancelled.
1:45 – 2:30 p.m.
Movement and stories. Ages 3.5 – 5 years old.
Register here now.

Spooky SLED Bus
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
If you dare, walk through the Suffolk Libraries Community bus, decorated for Halloween. Fun for the whole family. No registration required.

Spooky Rock Painting
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Paint Halloween rocks with acrylic paint. Grades K – 6. No registration required.

Candy Science – Tuesday, October 29, 2024
4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Sweet experiments with candy! Grades K – 2.
Register here starting 10/15

No Oven Needed: Candy Apples on a Stick – Wednesday, October 30, 2024
5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
Use chocolate & toppings to make sliced apples on a stick! Grades K – 6.
Register here starting 10/16

Halloween Parade! – Thursday, October 31, 2024
10:00 – 10:45 a.m. OR 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Join us for a Halloween program and parade in the Library. Ages 18 months – 5 years old with parent/caregiver.
Register for the 10:00 a.m. program here starting 10/17
Register for the 11:00 a.m. program here starting 10/17

Click here to view all children’s programs.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org

Important Workshops for Kids

4 kids looking down at camera and smiling
Important safety and anti-bullying workshops for children:

 

You’re In Charge! (PreK – Grade 3 with parent/caregiver)
Saturday, September 23, 2023, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Designed to teach children skills to protect themselves by learning that they have the right to say NO. Led by The Crime Victim’s Center – Parents for Megan’s Law. Register here starting 9/9.
When Should You Tell? (Grades 4 – 6 with parent/caregiver) 
Saturday, September 23, 2023, 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Teaches children to trust their instincts & what to do in uncomfortable situations. Led by The Crime Victim’s Center – Parents for Megan’s Law.  Register here starting 9/9.
Unity Week: Officer McGruff (Grades K – 2)
Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Kids will learn about personal safety and standing up to bullying. Taught by the Suffolk County Police Department. Register here starting 10/3.
Unity Week: Mission: Possible (Grades 3 – 6) – CANCELLED
Wednesday, October 18, 2023, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Kids have fun with team-building activities. Led by Children’s Librarian Karen Neary. Register here starting 10/4.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org

Coding Classes for Children

2 kids looking at a computer together

Your kids will have fun and learn at the same time with these coding classes in November and December:

Learn to Code: Scratch (Grades 2 & 3)
Thursday, November 20, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Scratch is a safe & playful learning environment that engages all children in thinking creatively, reasoning systematically & working collaboratively. Learn the basics of Scratch with Teen volunteers. Click here to register starting 11/6.

Code with Colors (Grades 3 – 5)
Monday, December 8, 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Learn how to code Ozobots to complete challenges using different color combinations. Click here to register starting 11/24.

Code with Phonics (Grades K – 2)
Tuesday, December 9, 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
Learn to make an Ozobot dance, tornado spin, and more using the sounds you hear in words. Click here to register starting 11/25.

Learn to Code: Python (Grades 4 & 5)
Thursday, December 18, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Learn the basics of Python, simplistic & comfortable programming language, to get you started on your coding adventure with Teen volunteers. Click here to register starting 12/4.

Click here to view all children’s programs.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org

“Hands & Hearts” Kids Community Mural

4 hands raised with paint on them. On top, paper hearts.

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