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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
SRC Decoration Photos – Deadline 3/31
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:
- 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.
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