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Italian for Travelers [IN PERSON]

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Educational Lecture, World & Wildlife
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Get ready for your next trip to Italy! In this three-part series, Patricia Summers will explore Italian culture, share travel tips, and teach you some basic Italian phrases an...

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

Get ready for your next trip to Italy! In this three-part series, Patricia Summers will explore Italian culture, share travel tips, and teach you some basic Italian phrases and vocabulary.

Crafts R Fun: DIY Jack and the Beanstalk (K-6)

Wednesday, April 23, 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:

Create your own beanstalk that really grows!

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

Create your own beanstalk that really grows!

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.

Knit for a Cause

Wednesday, April 23, 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! ...

Open
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.

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the Emma S. Clark Library's Board Members

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

Monthly meeting of the Emma S. Clark Library's Board Members

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Social Work Intern Appointments

Thursday, April 24, 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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Brushes and Bliss: Painting for Peace of Mind [IN PERSON]

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Painting has amazing benefits for your mind. It helps you express emotions, lowers stress, and makes you more mindful. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, our workshop offers ...

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

Painting has amazing benefits for your mind.

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All About Selling Online [ZOOM]

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Programming
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to sell your items locally by using online sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist and many others. You’ll learn how to safely use these apps, create an account, p...

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

Learn how to sell your items locally by using online sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist and many others. You’ll learn how to safely use these apps, create an account, price your items and use safe practices for selling locally.

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Game Day

Friday, April 25, 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.

Sprouts & Friends (Babies- 5 yrs. w/ parent or caregiver)

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Library at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Mommy & Me
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enjoy some music and movement with Miss Kristin.

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

Enjoy some music and movement with Miss Kristin.

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Bingo! [IN PERSON]

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of bingo and conversation with friends and neighbors.

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

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of bingo and conversation with friends and neighbors.

Poetry Open Mic Night with Suffolk Teen Poet Laureate Sarah Goodman

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Creative Writing, Music & Performance, Workshops & Training
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month by joining our Suffolk County Poet Laureate Sarah Goodman for a Poetry Open Mic Night designed specifically for teens!  Participants may bring ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Creative Writing, Music & Performance, Workshops & Training
Required
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month by joining our Suffolk County Poet Laureate Sarah Goodman for a Poetry Open Mic Night designed specifically for teens!  Participants may bring and read original poems.

Disclaimer(s)

Allergen Notice

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

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.

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.

LEGO

LEGO Club (Grades K-6)

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Connect with your friends during some open LEGO play!

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

Connect with your friends during some open LEGO play!

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.

Hands Only CPR Training

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshops & Training
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

This training has been cancelled due to instructor injury.

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

This training has been cancelled due to instructor injury.

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.

Colorful cartoonish figures with empty speech bubbles

Social Work Intern Appointments

Saturday, April 26, 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.

Past engineering challenge

Engineering Challenge (Grades 3-6)

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Please note that this challenge is designed for children in Grades 3-6.Get a real feeling for what it's like to be on the WMHS Robotics team! Experience their process from start to...

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

Please note that this challenge is designed for children in Grades 3-6.

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.

Hands Only CPR Training

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshops & Training
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

This training has been cancelled due to instructor injury.

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

This training has been cancelled due to instructor injury.

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.

Plushies

Sew-a-Plushie (Grades 4-6)

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Have fun hand-sewing your own plushie while learning a practical skill with the Long Island Youth Development Art Club! Must attend both sessions.

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

Have fun hand-sewing your own plushie while learning a practical skill with the Long Island Youth Development Art Club! Must attend both sessions.

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.

Self Defense for Teens

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Health & Wellness, Workshops & Training
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn some basic self-defense techniques designed to keep you safe and feeling confident.  Taught by BJJ Black Belt Alex Vamos. Please dress in comfortable clothes and be prep...

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, Workshops & Training
Required
Event Details:

Learn some basic self-defense techniques designed to keep you safe and feeling confident.  Taught by BJJ Black Belt Alex Vamos.

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.

Tech Help (from teens)

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Center at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adult
Tech Help (from teens):

Teen Tech Tutors will assist patrons with basic questions about their mobile devices.  Registration is required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Technology Center
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Required

Tech Help (from teens)

Teen Tech Tutors will assist patrons with basic questions about their mobile devices.  Registration is required.

Plushies

Sew-a-Plushie (Grades 4-6)

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Have fun hand-sewing your own plushie while learning a practical skill with the Long Island Youth Development Art Club! Must attend both sessions.

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

Have fun hand-sewing your own plushie while learning a practical skill with the Long Island Youth Development Art Club! Must attend both sessions.

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.

Paper Quilled Cards for People in Need

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Vincent R. O'Leary Community Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Service
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn how to Paper Quill!  You will create cards, which will be donated to organizations in need of greeting cards.  Taught by Jackie Parente.  Teens earn 1 hour of ...

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:

Learn how to Paper Quill!  You will create cards, which will be donated to organizations in need of greeting cards.  Taught by Jackie Parente.  Teens earn 1 hour of community service credit for participating.

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.

Tech Help (from teens)

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Center at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adult
Tech Help (from teens):

Teen Tech Tutors will assist patrons with basic questions about their mobile devices.  Registration is required.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Room: Technology Center
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Required

Tech Help (from teens)

Teen Tech Tutors will assist patrons with basic questions about their mobile devices.  Registration is required.

Tot Storytime (Ages 2-3 yrs w/parent)

Monday, April 28, 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.

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.

After-School Story Time (Grades K-2)

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
After-School Story Time:

Have fun listening to stories, creating crafts, and making new friends. 

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

After-School Story Time

Have fun listening to stories, creating crafts, and making new friends.