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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Monday, January 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 9:00pm
Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Closing
Branches:
Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
This event is in the "Children" group.

Tot Storytime Ages 2-3 yrs w/ parent

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
Tot Story Time:

Themed activities that you and your child can enjoy together.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Required

Tot Story Time

Themed activities that you and your child can enjoy together.

This event is in the "Children" group.

PreSchool Storytime Ages 3.5- 5 yrs

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:15pm - 1:45pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Story Time:

Have fun and meet some new friends. This storytime is geared to give the childrena little independence. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Required

Preschool Story Time

Have fun and meet some new friends. This storytime is geared to give the childrena little independence. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Simply Strong for Life [IN PERSON]

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Strength training can improve your quality of life at any age! Join us for this fitness class in which we will focus on increasing muscle strength, improving range of joint motion,...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Strength training can improve your quality of life at any age! Join us for this fitness class in which we will focus on increasing muscle strength, improving range of joint motion, and light stretching.

Disclaimer(s)

Out-Of-District Registration Enabled

REGISTRATION FOR THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN OPENED FOR ALL SUFFOLK COUNTY RESIDENTS.
Simply supply the barcode number from your local library card to register.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Simply Strong for Life [ZOOM]

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Programming
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Strength training can improve your quality of life at any age! Join us for this fitness class in which we will focus on increasing muscle strength, improving range of joint motion,...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Strength training can improve your quality of life at any age! Join us for this fitness class in which we will focus on increasing muscle strength, improving range of joint motion, and light stretching.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Social Work Intern Appointments

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:45pm
Small Study Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Adult, Teen
Social Work Intern Appointments:

Throughout the academic year, the Emma S. Clark Library is host to one or more Social Work Interns from the Masters of Social Work Program at Stony Brook University who are trainin...

Event Details:

The last available appointment time for Tuesday begins at 6:00pm.

Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Small Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

The last available appointment time for Tuesday begins at 6:00pm.

Social Work Intern Appointments

Throughout the academic year, the Emma S. Clark Library is host to one or more Social Work Interns from the Masters of Social Work Program at Stony Brook University who are training to become Licensed Clinical Social Workers. These individuals will be on-site to answer questions from our community, help them fill out forms, or provide referrals on topics such as:

  • Employment/Job Search
  • Housing
  • Applying for benefits
  • LGBTQIA+ topics
  • Medical Assistance
  • Mental Health Issues
  • Substance use
  • Care Coordination
  • Childcare Services

To schedule an appointment, click here:

https://emmaclark.librarycalendar.com/reserve-room/social-work-intern-appointments

To cancel your weekday appointment, email emilya@emmaclark.org. To cancel your Saturday appointment, email kiera@emmaclark.org.

*The Social Work Interns will be available to answer questions but are not therapists; referrals will be given to people looking for clinical therapy. All conversations will be kept confidential. The interns are mandated reporters for cases of neglect, abuse, or harm.

This event is in the "Children" group.

"Stretch" Your Imagination (Ages 3.5-5 yrs.)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

In this separation class, we'll start with a story to kick our imaginations into high gear, then have fun and learn through movement and creative play. Please send children in snea...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

In this separation class, we'll start with a story to kick our imaginations into high gear, then have fun and learn through movement and creative play. Please send children in sneakers and comfortable clothing.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents Must Stay in Library

Parents must stay in the Children's Library when their children are in a Children's program.

Photography Notice

Pictures/Videos taken at or for library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our newsletter or other print media, or displayed in-house.

If you do not want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of the event.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Organic Gardening 101 [ZOOM]

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming
Program Type:
Garden & Environment
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Winter is the best time to dream about warm-weather gardening! Join reference librarian and organic grower Regina Dlugokencky to learn the fundamental concepts of organic gardening...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Garden & Environment
Event Details:

Winter is the best time to dream about warm-weather gardening!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Parent Toddler Workshop 18m- 3.5 w/parent

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Parent Toddler Workshop:

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Mommy & Me
Required

Parent Toddler Workshop

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Parent Toddler Workshop 18m- 3.5 w/parent

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Parent Toddler Workshop:

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Mommy & Me
Required

Parent Toddler Workshop

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Crafts R Fun: Origami Dog (K-6)

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Challenge yourself to making a dog out of paper - with no scissors or tape!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Challenge yourself to making a dog out of paper - with no scissors or tape!

Disclaimer(s)

Parents Must Stay in Library

Parents must stay in the Children's Library when their children are in a Children's program.

Photography Notice

Pictures/Videos taken at or for library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our newsletter or other print media, or displayed in-house.

If you do not want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of the event.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Knit for a Cause

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Board Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen, Children
Event Details:

For grades 5-12!Learn basic knitting skills from Librarian Emily and skilled teen knitting volunteers, then put those skills to good use making items to donate people in need! ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teen, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Required
Event Details:

For grades 5-12!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography Notice

Pictures/Videos taken at or for library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our newsletter or other print media, or displayed in-house.

If you do not want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of the event.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

The Uffizi Gallery: A Virtual Tour [ZOOM]

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational Lecture, World & Wildlife
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Created from the massive art collection of the House de Medici, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the most visited museums in the world. Join museum educator Marisa Hor...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Lecture, World & Wildlife
Event Details:

Created from the massive art collection of the House de Medici, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the most visited museums in the world. Join museum educator Marisa Horowitz-Jaffe as she explores one of the most prominent Italian museu

This event is in the "Children" group.

Parent Toddler Workshop 18m- 3.5 w/parent

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Parent Toddler Workshop:

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Mommy & Me
Required

Parent Toddler Workshop

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Parent Toddler Workshop 18m- 3.5 w/parent

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Parent Toddler Workshop:

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Mommy & Me
Required

Parent Toddler Workshop

Experience sharing, group participation, and play.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Mah Jongg for Beginners [IN PERSON]

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Looking to keep your mind sharp while having fun and meeting new people? Then American Mah Jongg is the thing! It is a game of strategy, calculation and luck. In this beginner-frie...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games
Required
Event Details:

Looking to keep your mind sharp while having fun and meeting new people? Then American Mah Jongg is the thing! It is a game of strategy, calculation and luck.

Disclaimer(s)

Supplies Required

Please review the program description for materials required for participation in this program.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paint a Penguin (Grades 2-6)

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Draw and paint an adorable sledding penguin under the step-by-step instruction of Art Teacher Amy!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Draw and paint an adorable sledding penguin under the step-by-step instruction of Art Teacher Amy!

Disclaimer(s)

Parents Must Stay in Library

Parents must stay in the Children's Library when their children are in a Children's program.

Photography Notice

Pictures/Videos taken at or for library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our newsletter or other print media, or displayed in-house.

If you do not want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of the event.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Social Work Intern Appointments

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 8:15pm
Small Study Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Adult, Teen
Social Work Intern Appointments:

Throughout the academic year, the Emma S. Clark Library is host to one or more Social Work Interns from the Masters of Social Work Program at Stony Brook University who are trainin...

Event Details:

The last available appointment time for Thursday begins at 7:30pm.

Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Small Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

The last available appointment time for Thursday begins at 7:30pm.

Social Work Intern Appointments

Throughout the academic year, the Emma S. Clark Library is host to one or more Social Work Interns from the Masters of Social Work Program at Stony Brook University who are training to become Licensed Clinical Social Workers. These individuals will be on-site to answer questions from our community, help them fill out forms, or provide referrals on topics such as:

  • Employment/Job Search
  • Housing
  • Applying for benefits
  • LGBTQIA+ topics
  • Medical Assistance
  • Mental Health Issues
  • Substance use
  • Care Coordination
  • Childcare Services

To schedule an appointment, click here:

https://emmaclark.librarycalendar.com/reserve-room/social-work-intern-appointments

To cancel your weekday appointment, email emilya@emmaclark.org. To cancel your Saturday appointment, email kiera@emmaclark.org.

*The Social Work Interns will be available to answer questions but are not therapists; referrals will be given to people looking for clinical therapy. All conversations will be kept confidential. The interns are mandated reporters for cases of neglect, abuse, or harm.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Kids on Bikes Tabletop Roleplaying Game (For Grades 7-9)

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Board Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

For Grades 7-9Join your friends for strange adventures in small towns!  Kids on Bikes is a collaborative, world-building, tabletop roleplaying game in which players take on th...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For Grades 7-9

Disclaimer(s)

Allergen Notice

Please review the program description for any potential allergies before signing yourself or a loved one up for this program.

Photography Notice

Pictures/Videos taken at or for library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our newsletter or other print media, or displayed in-house.

If you do not want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of the event.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Start Your Own YouTube Channel & Monetize It! [ZOOM]

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Programming
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Want to share your creativity or expertise with the world? Learn how to create a Youtube channel in just a few easy steps. Presented by Joseph Lodato, SBU Campus Lead for Navigate,...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Want to share your creativity or expertise with the world? Learn how to create a Youtube channel in just a few easy steps. Presented by Joseph Lodato, SBU Campus Lead for Navigate, Video & Tutorial Media Specialist.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

John le Carré: Novelist and Spy [IN PERSON]

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Stony Brook distinguished service professor emeritus Les Paldy will discuss the universally admired writer of morally ambiguous espionage novels, John le Carré, who served in Briti...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Stony Brook distinguished service professor emeritus Les Paldy will discuss the universally admired writer of morally ambiguous espionage novels, John le Carré, who served in British intelligence and carried over some of the skills he learned into

This event is in the "Children" group.

Time For Baby Newborn - 15 mos w/parent

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Time for Baby (Newborn - 15 mos.):

We'll learn songs, rhymes, and finger plays.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Mommy & Me
Required

Time for Baby (Newborn - 15 mos.)

We'll learn songs, rhymes, and finger plays.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Game Day

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We provide the space, tables and chairs.  You bring your friends and a favorite board or card game to play. We also have 2 Mah Jongg sets available upon request. (You must sup...

Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

We provide the space, tables and chairs.  You bring your friends and a favorite board or card game to play. We also have 2 Mah Jongg sets available upon request. (You must supply your own cards.)  No registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Time For Baby 16 mos. - 24 mos. w/parent or caregiver

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Time for Baby (Ages 16 mos. - 24 mos. w/parent):

They'll be music, dancing, and games to enjoy with you baby.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Mommy & Me
Required

Time for Baby (Ages 16 mos. - 24 mos. w/parent)

They'll be music, dancing, and games to enjoy with you baby.