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Photograph of a stylized craft-work emulation of a red male cardinal stood atop a narrow branch, the totality of its shape made up of spiraling coils of colored paper

Quill a Winter Cardinal [IN PERSON]

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Using quilling paper and special quilling tools, join artist/art educator Bonnie Schwartz as you learn how to quill a lovely red winter cardinal, resting on a branch. All supplies ...

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

Using quilling paper and special quilling tools, join artist/art educator Bonnie Schwartz as you learn how to quill a lovely red winter cardinal, resting on a branch. All supplies will be provided.

Parent Toddler Workshop 18m- 3.5 w/parent

Thursday, January 30, 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.

Parent Toddler Workshop 18m- 3.5 w/parent

Thursday, January 30, 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.

Four pairs of hands working over a set of off-white Mah-Jongg tiles on a matte white table

Mah Jongg for Beginners [IN PERSON]

Thursday, January 30, 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.

Child reading to dog

BARK (For Readers Up to 6th Grade)

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Experience the wonders of reading to a trained therapy dog!These one-to-one sessions give children the chance to sharpen their reading skills in a non-judgmental environment while ...

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

Experience the wonders of reading to a trained therapy dog!

These one-to-one sessions give children the chance to sharpen their reading skills in a non-judgmental environment while having fun.

Other possible benefits for the kids:

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.

Colorful cartoonish figures with empty speech bubbles

Social Work Intern Appointments

Thursday, January 30, 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.

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Mindfulness Workshops with SBU Social Work Intern Stephanie: Mindfulness 101

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join the Library’s Social Work Intern from Stony Brook University, Stephanie Szabo, for a calming hour of affirmations, meditation, and coloring. Learn and discuss the importance o...

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

Join the Library’s Social Work Intern from Stony Brook University, Stephanie Szabo, for a calming hour of affirmations, meditation, and coloring. Learn and discuss the importance of mindfulness and being in tune with one's emotions and self.

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.

Kids on Bikes Tabletop Roleplaying Game (For Grades 10-12)

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

For Grades 10-12Join your friends for strange adventures in small towns!  Kids on Bikes is a collaborative, world-building, tabletop roleplaying game in which players take on ...

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

For Grades 10-12

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.

Hands adding paper into Cricut printing device

Cricut: T-Shirt [IN PERSON]

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Technology Center at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adult
TECH CLASS: Cricut T-Shirt:

In this beginner class, you will learn how to use the Cricut machine to create a customized T-shirt. Please note: Each participant MUST bring ONE PLAIN WHITE COTTON T-SHIRT (LONG O...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Technology Center
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Required

TECH CLASS: Cricut T-Shirt

In this beginner class, you will learn how to use the Cricut machine to create a customized T-shirt. Please note: Each participant MUST bring ONE PLAIN WHITE COTTON T-SHIRT (LONG OR SHORT-SLEEVE) with them to design. All other materials will be provided. Taught by Jacqueline Parente. [Tech Center]

Group of friends playing board games, their faces out of frame but their hand reaching towards the center of the wooden table to reach for colorful game pieces

Game Day

Friday, January 31, 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.

Colorized magazine promotional materials for 1944's "Double Indemnity," featuring its central two characters, as portrayed by Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray, leaning in close to one another as though to kiss atop a blue sofa, their stark shadows in the background adding a faint element of menace

Classic Movie Fun: Double Indemnity (1944) [IN PERSON]

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Educational Lecture, Movie
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Double Indemnity (1944)Starring Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurrayCalling all classic movie fans! Come spend an afternoon learning about and watching a classic film from the golde...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Educational Lecture, Movie
Required
Event Details:

Double Indemnity (1944)

Starring Barbara Stanwyck and Fred MacMurray

Perler Palooza (Grades K-6 w/ caregiver)

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Grab a template or let your imagination run wild to create a fuse bead project of your choice. Projects may take anywhere from 10 minutes to 45 minutes each. Patrons are welcome to...

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

Grab a template or let your imagination run wild to create a fuse bead project of your choice. Projects may take anywhere from 10 minutes to 45 minutes each. Patrons are welcome to make as many as they'd like!

No registration required.

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.

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Seed Packet Processing

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Garden & Environment
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Count, pack and label seed packets for our Seed Library.  Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service, Garden & Environment
Required
Event Details:

Count, pack and label seed packets for our Seed Library.  Earn 1 hour of community service credit upon completion of the program.

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.

Seashell Heart

Family Night: Seashell Heart

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Families will feel the love as they create a memento of a special night spent together. Presented by Anna Chan. This project is best suited for families with children in Kindergart...

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

Families will feel the love as they create a memento of a special night spent together. Presented by Anna Chan. This project is best suited for families with children in Kindergarten - 6th grade, but all family members are welcome.

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.

Photograph of "Orchard House," the Alcott family home in Concord, MA, a deep grey-brown home nestled into a thick deciduous wood, the leaves a vibrant springtime green, fluorescent magenta-pink flowers peaking in the foreground

A Visit with Louisa May Alcott [ZOOM]

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Educational Lecture, History
Age Group:
Adult, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating living history experience with Jan Turnquist, Executive Director of Orchard House, the Alcott family home in Concord, MA. Delightful and engaging, the aut...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Programming
Age Group: Adult, Teen
Program Type: Book Discussion, Educational Lecture, History
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating living history experience with Jan Turnquist, Executive Director of Orchard House, the Alcott family home in Concord, MA.

Colorful cartoonish figures with empty speech bubbles

Social Work Intern Appointments

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:15pm
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 Saturday begins at 3:30pm.

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 Saturday begins at 3:30pm.

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.

Dynamic Kids: OCEAN (Ages 4-7 yrs.)

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

its always fun to go to the beach in the midst of winter!Let's take a dip in the chilly ocean water. Swim with whales, dolphins, and of course, some friendly sharks! No bathing sui...

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

its always fun to go to the beach in the midst of winter!

Let's take a dip in the chilly ocean water. Swim with whales, dolphins, and of course, some friendly sharks! No bathing suits required.. But Please, no snow boots. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parents Must Stay in Library

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

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Pressed Flower Bookmarks

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Create bookmarks for Emma Clark Library patrons using pressed flowers.  Taught by Theresa Maritato.  Earn 1 hour of community service credit for attending.  Please o...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Required
Event Details:

Create bookmarks for Emma Clark Library patrons using pressed flowers.  Taught by Theresa Maritato.  Earn 1 hour of community service credit for attending.  Please only register for one session.

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.

project example

Pressed Flower Bookmarks

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Create bookmarks for Emma Clark Library patrons using pressed flowers.  Taught by Theresa Maritato.  Earn 1 hour of community service credit for attending.  Please o...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Required
Event Details:

Create bookmarks for Emma Clark Library patrons using pressed flowers.  Taught by Theresa Maritato.  Earn 1 hour of community service credit for attending.  Please only register for one session.

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.

Boo-Boo Bunnies for Babies in Need

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Create Boo-Boo Bunnies, to be donated to local organizations that help babies and their families in need.  Taught by Teen Dept Staff.  1 hour of community service credit ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Required
Event Details:

Create Boo-Boo Bunnies, to be donated to local organizations that help babies and their families in need.  Taught by Teen Dept Staff.  1 hour of community service credit will be earned upon completion of the program.

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.

Teen Empowerment Workshop

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn a variety of Self-Empowerment skills to help you be your best you!  Skills will include meditation, group connection, personality assessment, goal & confidence build...

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

Learn a variety of Self-Empowerment skills to help you be your best you!  Skills will include meditation, group connection, personality assessment, goal & confidence building writing exercises, and more!  Take the skills you learn, a

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.

The Squeaker Olympics

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games, World & Wildlife
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Happy Groundhog Day!  While the Library may not have a Groundhog readily available to tell us how many weeks are left of winter, members of the Teen Dept Staff do have rats an...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games, World & Wildlife
Event Details:

Happy Groundhog Day!  While the Library may not have a Groundhog readily available to tell us how many weeks are left of winter, members of the Teen Dept Staff do have rats and guinea pigs, ready and willing to look for their shadows!  T

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.

NEW: Knotted Fleece Blankets for Babies in Need

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service, Cooking & Tasting
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Create cozy fleece blankets for babies in need. Taught by Teen Staff. 1 hour of community service credit will be earned upon completion of the program.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service, Cooking & Tasting
Required
Event Details:

Create cozy fleece blankets for babies in need. Taught by Teen Staff. 1 hour of community service credit will be earned upon completion of the program.

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.

Take & Make: Tie Dye Onesies for Babies in Need

All Day
Pick Up at the Lower Level Service Desk at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Register to reserve a Take & Make: Tie Dye Onesies for Babies in Need kit.  Pick up your kit at the Lower Level Service Desk between Monday February 3rd-Friday February 7t...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Pick Up at the Lower Level Service Desk
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Required
Event Details:

Register to reserve a Take & Make: Tie Dye Onesies for Babies in Need kit.  Pick up your kit at the Lower Level Service Desk between Monday February 3rd-Friday February 7th, any time the library is open.  Instru

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.