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New! Three Convenient Ways to Log Kid’s Summer Reading

Setauket, NY – June 17, 2019 –

Kids will be blasting off with books this summer in more ways than one! Emma Clark Library’s patrons may now keep track of the books that they read in 3 different ways: the website, a free app, or they may even “Ask Alexa” through the Amazon Echo!

The 2019 Summer Reading Club (SRC) theme is “A Universe of Stories.” Kids from Birth – 6th Grade are invited to join SRC by registering online right from the Library’s homepage (emmaclark.org), through the handy and free app, or in-person in the Children’s Department. After registering, each child will receive a new, sturdy reusable book bag (while supplies last). Registration is ongoing throughout the summer and does not have to be done by a certain date.

Last year the Library introduced a user-friendly website called Beanstack. This year, patrons may also download the free and handy Beanstack Tracker app (available on iTunes or Google Play stores) or they may even log their reading through the Amazon Echo (instructions at emmaclark.org/summerreading2019). Besides acting as an online book log, 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 interests. When the child logs their books read, he/she will receive colorful electronic badges and be notified of prizes earned. Parents and children will also be able to view themed booklists on topics of interest.

Starting Monday, July 1, earned weekly prizes will be awarded to kids who read at least one book each week. There will be weekly prizes for each child, as well as weekly raffle prizes (including, for children who earn 7 badges, a raffle to win an iPad mini!) in the Children’s Department. Any child may register for SRC, even if they can’t make it to the Library each week.

The Library also holds a friendly competition among the local elementary schools. 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 and Year inscribed on the “Emma Cup” trophy. Minnesauke won the coveted trophy three years in a row, and last year Nassakeag dethroned them. Who will win this year? SRC ends on August 31, and the winning school will be announced in September.

Families should also check Emma Clark Library’s newsletter for events and classes this summer (www.emmaclark.org/newsletters).

If there are any questions about the Kid’s SRC, email kids@emmaclark.org or call 631.941.4080 ext. 123.

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What about the Teens? They have a Summer Reading Club as well! Teens may pick up an entry form at the Adult Reference Desk. The more books they read, the greater their chance of winning one of the fabulous gift baskets that are given away in August at the end of the program.

The Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, located at 120 Main Street in Setauket and on the web at www.emmaclark.org, provides public library service to all residents of the Three Village Central School District.

“The Heart of the Three Village Community”

SRC Decoration Photos – Deadline 3/31

Boy in Kids 2024 Summer Reading decorations

This summer’s theme is “Unearth A Story”, and we’re once again featuring the children of our community throughout our themed decorations!

To participate, we ask that you submit 3 headshots of your child from the waist up.

Please photograph your child wearing their favorite color. Shirts or dresses should be a solid color, free of patterns, graphics, and writing.
Please no group photos. Each child’s picture should be as an individual.
Photos should be of babies to those entering 5th grade. All images that are used will be displayed for the entire year.

Photos should be emailed to kids@emmaclark.org. Please include the child’s full name and age. The deadline for submitting photos is Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (no photos will be accepted after this date).

We ask that your photos look similar to these images:

Tips for taking your photos:

You may use a smartphone, however if you have a digital camera the print-outs will be clearer.
Please submit high-quality JPEG or TIFF files.
When taking photos:
- Shoot full body from the waist up.
- The brighter the picture, the better.
- If it’s a sunny day, shoot pictures in the shade to avoid shadow.
- Take the picture with the sun behind the photographer.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org.

Starting June 1st!

Adult Summer Reading Challenge

Adults are welcome to join this fantastic incentive to read… keep a memorable log of your books and enter to win prizes! Each book you read during the summer will earn you one raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize donated by one of our local businesses and organizations.

Here’s how to get started:

Starting June 1, 2026, click here to register. Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. You don’t need to register by a certain date.
You may use your computer or download the Beanstack app (available on iTunes or Google Play stores) and use your library card to create an account. Already have a Beanstack account? Simply log in and select “Adult Summer Reading Challenge.” If you are unsure about how to do it online, call the Adult Reference Desk at 631.941.4080 ext.127 or visit us in the library for extra assistance.
Read books in any format! Audiobooks, ebooks, and print books all count.
Log each completed book in Beanstack and write a quick review of what you’ve read.
For each book you review, you’ll earn an eTicket that you can enter into the virtual raffle of your choosing (see below for the list of raffle prizes). Each participant can earn a maximum of 10 eTickets for the summer.
Summer Reading ends on Sunday, August 16. Winners will be drawn and contacted at the end of the summer!

More Detailed Instructions

Instructional flyer with more details on Adult SRC.

How to Register for SRC in Beanstack.

How to Log Books and Enter Raffles in Beanstack.

2026 Adult Summer Reading Raffle Prizes

$25 gift card to The Bench
Gift certificate for 1 dozen mini cupcakes from The Bite Size Bake Shop
$25 Amazon gift card, donated by the Kumon Learning Center of Stony Brook
$25 gift card to Level Up Kitchen Library Café
1 year dual/family membership to The Long Island Museum
$50 gift card to The Staller Center for the Arts
Three Village Historical Society tote bag and 4 free tickets, $25 gift card for the shop or to purchase museum/event tickets, print canvas of the Old Field Light House, Walk Through History book by Beverly C. Tyler, SPIES! book by Beverly C. Tyler, Culper Spy Ring t-shirt (adult medium)

Thank You

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
The Adventure Park
Applebee’s
The Argyle Theatre
The Bench
The Bite Size Bake Shop
The Cheesecake Factory
Chico’s Tex Mex
Chili’s
Chipotle
College 101
Crazy Beans
DJ’s Clam Shack
Domo Sushi
Escape Zone Long Island
Kumon Learning Center – Stony Brook
Level Up Kitchen Library Café
The Long Island Ducks
Long Island Explorium
The Long Island Museum
Long Island Violin Shop
Luigi’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
Madison’s Niche
New York Giants
O Sole Mio Ristorante
Panera Bread
PJ Cinemas
Port Jefferson Photography Club
The Rinx
Rolling Pin Bakery
Schwab’s 2nd Wind
Setauket Gourmet Delicatessen & Caterers
Splish Splash
Staller Center for the Arts
Stony Brook Pizza
Three Village Historical Society
Faith Czarnecki at Travelista Travels
Via Pizza

Emma Clark employees, trustees, and members of their household are not eligible to enter contests/raffles.

Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org or call 631.941.4080 ext. 115.