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120 Main Street 120 Main Street Setauket, NY 11733 Setauket, NY 11733 631.941.4080 631.941.4080 HOURS HOURS Mon.−Fri.: 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Mon.−Fri.: 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m. Sat.: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sat.: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sun.: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sun.: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Library closed on Library closed on: : Independence Day, Jul. 4 & Independence Day, Jul. 4 & also observed, Jul. 5 also observed, Jul. 5 Online: Online: emmaclark.org emmaclark.org Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected] Adult Adult .............................. .............................. pg. 2 pg. 2 Teen Scene Teen Scene ..................... ..................... pg. 4 pg. 4 Children's Children's ....................... ....................... pg. 6 pg. 6 Library Board of Trustees Library Board of Trustees Deborah Blair, Deborah Blair, President President Christopher Fletcher, Christopher Fletcher, Vice-President Vice-President Carol Leister, Carol Leister, Treasurer Treasurer David Douglas, David Douglas, Secretary Secretary Linda Josephs Linda Josephs Orlando Maione Orlando Maione Anthony M. Parlatore Anthony M. Parlatore Richard Russell Richard Russell Suzanne V. Shane Suzanne V. Shane Library Director Library Director Ted Gutmann Ted Gutmann Newsletter Editor Newsletter Editor Jen Mullen Jen Mullen Library Board of Trustees Library Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule Meeting Schedule Wednesdays, Jul. 21 & Aug. 18 Wednesdays, Jul. 21 & Aug. 18 All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. Free Emma S. Clark Memorial Library "The Heart of the Three Village Community" July/August 2021 Newsletter Pictures/Videos taken at or for Pictures/Videos taken at or for Library events or activities may Library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our be posted online, printed in our newsletter and other print media newsletter and other print media or displayed in-house. If you do not or displayed in-house. If you do not want yourself and/or your minor want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of librarian/photographer at the time of the event. the event. The Library is open − Contactless front door pick-up is also available The Library is open − Contactless front door pick-up is also available JobNow/ JobNow/ VetNow VetNow Little Little Free Free Library Library is Back! is Back! The Little Free Library is at West Meadow Beach again, and it will be maintained by our wonderful teen volunteers for the months of July & August. Look for it under the pavilion and pick up a good beach read! Borrow an Borrow an Empire Pass Empire Pass Borrow for a FULL WEEK! Borrow for a FULL WEEK! Your key to all-season enjoyment at New York State Parks! Learn more at emmaclark.org/nysempirepass. Reserve yours today! Get help from live job coaches, resume feedback, career assessments & job search resources. Get assistance with VA benefits from veterans themselves, job transition resources, and Q&A. Access Brainfuse by visiting Access Brainfuse by visiting emmaclark.org/you-beyond emmaclark.org/you-beyond. . Magazines Magazines now available! now available! Get started at Get started at emmaclark.org/ emmaclark.org/ downloads downloads. . Want to know what was JUST ADDED JUST ADDED to our collection? Visit emmaclark.org - Find It - New items. Visit emmaclark.org - Find It - New items. Join us for the challenge and Join us for the challenge and enter to win enter to win PRIZES PRIZES! ! (For Birth Grade 12) See page 6 for Kids & page 5 for Teens! eKIDS & TEEN SUMMER READING CHALLENGE KIDS & TEEN SUMMER READING CHALLENGEe register now! Getting Getting Ready Ready to Babysit to Babysit (For Grades 5–12) Get course-certified by Cornell Cooperative Extension. See page 4 for more details! getting ready to babysit

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120 Main Street120 Main StreetSetauket, NY 11733Setauket, NY 11733631.941.4080631.941.4080

HOURSHOURSMon.−Fri.: 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.Mon.−Fri.: 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.Sat.: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Sat.: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Sun.: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Sun.: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Library closed onLibrary closed on::Independence Day, Jul. 4 &Independence Day, Jul. 4 &also observed, Jul. 5 also observed, Jul. 5 Online: Online: emmaclark.orgemmaclark.orgEmail: Email: [email protected]@emmaclark.org

AdultAdult .............................. ..............................pg. 2pg. 2Teen SceneTeen Scene ..................... .....................pg. 4pg. 4Children'sChildren's ....................... .......................pg. 6pg. 6

Library Board of Trustees Library Board of Trustees Deborah Blair, Deborah Blair, PresidentPresidentChristopher Fletcher, Christopher Fletcher, Vice-PresidentVice-PresidentCarol Leister, Carol Leister, TreasurerTreasurerDavid Douglas, David Douglas, SecretarySecretaryLinda JosephsLinda JosephsOrlando MaioneOrlando MaioneAnthony M. ParlatoreAnthony M. ParlatoreRichard RussellRichard RussellSuzanne V. ShaneSuzanne V. ShaneLibrary DirectorLibrary DirectorTed GutmannTed GutmannNewsletter EditorNewsletter EditorJen MullenJen MullenLibrary Board of TrusteesLibrary Board of TrusteesMeeting ScheduleMeeting ScheduleWednesdays, Jul. 21 & Aug. 18Wednesdays, Jul. 21 & Aug. 18All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m.All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m.

Free

Emma S. ClarkMemorial Library

"The Heart of the Three Village Community"July/August 2021 Newsletter

Pictures/Videos taken at or for Pictures/Videos taken at or for Library events or activities may Library events or activities may be posted online, printed in our be posted online, printed in our newsletter and other print media newsletter and other print media or displayed in-house. If you do not or displayed in-house. If you do not want yourself and/or your minor want yourself and/or your minor child photographed, please notify the child photographed, please notify the librarian/photographer at the time of librarian/photographer at the time of the event.the event.

The Library is open − Contactless front door pick-up is also availableThe Library is open − Contactless front door pick-up is also available

JobNow/JobNow/VetNowVetNow

Little Little Free Free Library Library is Back!is Back!

The Little Free Library is at West Meadow Beach again, and it will be maintained by our wonderful teen volunteers for the months of July & August.

Look for it under the pavilion and pickup a good beach read!

Borrow anBorrow anEmpire PassEmpire Pass

Borrow for a FULL WEEK!Borrow for a FULL WEEK!Your key to all-season enjoyment at

New York State Parks!Learn more at emmaclark.org/nysempirepass.

Reserve yours today!

Get help from live job coaches, resume feedback, career assessments & job search resources.

Get assistance with VA benefits from veterans themselves, job transition resources, and Q&A.

Access Brainfuse by visiting Access Brainfuse by visiting emmaclark.org/you-beyondemmaclark.org/you-beyond..

MagazinesMagazinesnow available!now available!

Get started atGet started atemmaclark.org/emmaclark.org/

downloadsdownloads..

Want to know what wasJUST ADDED JUST ADDED to our

collection?Visit emmaclark.org - Find It - New items.

Visit emmaclark.org - Find It - New items.

Join us for the challenge andJoin us for the challenge andenter to win enter to win PRIZESPRIZES!!

(For Birth – Grade 12)See page 6 for Kids & page 5 for Teens!

eKIDS & TEEN SUMMER READING CHALLENGEKIDS & TEEN SUMMER READING CHALLENGEe

register now!

GettingGettingReadyReadyto Babysitto Babysit

(For Grades 5–12)Get course-certified by

Cornell Cooperative Extension.See page 4 for more details!

getting ready to babysit

ADULTADULT

• • Relax & Paint: Seascape Relax & Paint: Seascape (Supplies needed for class)(Supplies needed for class) — — Thu., Jul. 1, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Thu., Jul. 1, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Follow along step-by-step with local artist and painter James Beihl and paint a dynamic seascape in acrylic.

• • Local Eats: Zucchini Local Eats: Zucchini (Cornell Cooperative Extension)(Cornell Cooperative Extension) — — Tue., Jul. 6, 7:00−8:00 p.m.Tue., Jul. 6, 7:00−8:00 p.m. Registered dietitians will demonstrate delicious recipes utilizing fresh local zucchini while discussing basic cooking tips and nutritional value. Recipes will be provided.

• • Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga (All levels welcome)(All levels welcome) — — Thu., Jul. 8, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Thu., Jul. 8, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Taught by Jackie Incorvia. Participants will be introduced to common standing poses, seated poses, as well as breathing techniques and meditation.

• • Creative Crafting with Cutting MachinesCreative Crafting with Cutting Machines — — Mon., Jul. 12 Mon., Jul. 12 ANDAND Wed., Jul. 14, 7:00−8:00 p.m. Wed., Jul. 14, 7:00−8:00 p.m. In Part 1, learn about various cutting machines, but the major focus will be on Cricut machines. Several completed projects using various materials will be displayed and discussed including wood signs, baby onesies and t-shirt designs. In Part 2, learn about the basic functions of Cricut‘s designing software program, Design Space. This class is taught by Christina Maffia.

• • Coastal Conservation Coastal Conservation — — Tue., Jul. 13, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Tue., Jul. 13, 7:00–8:00 p.m. The Town of Brookhaven Environmental Educator, Nicole Pocchiare will teach you all about Long Island Sound. Learn about the different ecosystems while discussing environmental concerns & solutions in restoring vital habitats on our shores. The lecture will be followed by an optional rain chain craft for adults. Registered participants interested in making a rain chain can submit a request for supplies by emailing [email protected] starting June 28. Supplies are limited. Kits not picked up within 3 days of an approved request will be offered to other registrants. Brought to you in part by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation with the Long Island Sound Study.

• • Relax & Paint: Old Door in Watercolor Relax & Paint: Old Door in Watercolor (Supplies needed for class)(Supplies needed for class) — — Thu., Jul. 15, 7:00–8:30 p.m.Thu., Jul. 15, 7:00–8:30 p.m. Paint with artist Victoria Beckert. Space is limited.

• • Yayoi Kusama at the New York Botanical Garden Yayoi Kusama at the New York Botanical Garden — — Tue., Jul. 20, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Tue., Jul. 20, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Join Professor Thomas Germano for an introduction to the current NYBG exhibition of the work of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama which was designed to capture and illuminate the artist’s profound engagement with nature. Professor Germano will help to set the multisensory exhibition within the context of Yayoi Kusama’s art and life. The exhibit will be installed through October 31, 2021.

• • Preserving Photos with Canva Preserving Photos with Canva — — Wed., Jul. 21 Wed., Jul. 21 ANDAND Wed., Jul. 28, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Wed., Jul. 28, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Two-part class ─ Join Arooj Chaudhry & learn how to take your old photos (and new) and digitize them using a FREE digitization app. Upload them into Canva, a free computer software tool that allows you to do all sorts of stuff with your pictures, such as card making, flyers & more!

• • Chair YogaChair Yoga — — Thu., Jul. 22, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Thu., Jul. 22, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Taught by Jackie Incorvia. Experience the many benefits of chair yoga in stabilizing and mobilizing the body, fortifying the respiratory system, and developing a calmer, clearer, more focused mind.

• • Streaming 101: Cutting the CordStreaming 101: Cutting the Cord — — Thu., Jul. 22, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Thu., Jul. 22, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Learn about various streaming devices such as Amazon’s Fire Stick, Roku & Chromecast, and find out what’s the best option for you.

• • Jaws: The Making of a MasterpieceJaws: The Making of a Masterpiece — — Tue., Jul. 27, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Tue., Jul. 27, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Steven Spielberg’s 1975 blockbuster Jaws, based on the novel by Peter Benchley, was regarded as a watershed moment in motion picture history, becoming the first bona fide blockbuster. Join Greg Blank, filmmaker and film historian, as he explains why this film is a cinematic masterpiece. He will show behind-the-scenes clips, a breakdown of the production process, and an analysis of the film’s cinematic qualities.

• • Cooking with Chef Rob: Balsamic and Rosemary Grilled ChickenCooking with Chef Rob: Balsamic and Rosemary Grilled Chicken — — Thu., Jul. 29, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Thu., Jul. 29, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Chef Rob will fire up the grill with a balsamic and rosemary chicken topped with a tomato blue cheese relish. For dessert, strawberry bread topped with a vanilla drizzle. Recipes will be emailed to you before the program.

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Registration is required and is already open for all programs except where Registration is required and is already open for all programs except where otherwise noted. Simply register at otherwise noted. Simply register at emmaclark.org/virtual-classes-eventsemmaclark.org/virtual-classes-events..

Online ProgramsOnline Programs

July

Register at Register at emmaclark.org/virtual-classes-eventsemmaclark.org/virtual-classes-events..Wed., Aug. 4, @7:00 p.m.Wed., Aug. 4, @7:00 p.m.

YOUR OWNYOUR OWN

WebsiteWebsiteCREATECREATE Learn the fundamentals of how websites work, how to register your own domainLearn the fundamentals of how websites work, how to register your own domain

name & how to easily create and build your own from scratch, virtually FREE.name & how to easily create and build your own from scratch, virtually FREE.Taught by local 3V resident, Joseph Lodato. Taught by local 3V resident, Joseph Lodato. You need a Gmail account for this class.You need a Gmail account for this class.

Gentle AEROBICSon the Lawn

Wed., Jul. 7, 14, 21 & 28Wed., Jul. 7, 14, 21 & 289:309:30––10:15 a.m.10:15 a.m.

Join Cindy Merkler for a low impact Join Cindy Merkler for a low impact class including cardio, dancing, class including cardio, dancing,

stretching & toning. Perfect for all stretching & toning. Perfect for all levels of fitness. Bring water & a levels of fitness. Bring water & a

towel and wear comfortable clothes towel and wear comfortable clothes & supportive sneakers. & supportive sneakers. In the event In the event of rain, class will be held on Zoom. of rain, class will be held on Zoom.

Register atRegister atemmaclark.org/programsemmaclark.org/programs..

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• • Relax & Draw: Yayoi Kusama Meets Romero Britto Relax & Draw: Yayoi Kusama Meets Romero Britto (Supplies needed for class) (Supplies needed for class) ——Tue., Aug. 3, 7:00–8:15 p.m.Tue., Aug. 3, 7:00–8:15 p.m. Enjoy combining the styles of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama with Brazilian artist Romero Britto. Taught by art instructor, Doris Benter.

• • Gentle Yoga Gentle Yoga (All levels welcome)(All levels welcome) — — Thu., Aug. 5, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Thu., Aug. 5, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Taught by Jackie Incorvia. You will be introduced to common standing poses, seated poses, as well as breathing techniques and meditation.

• • Make A Smart Movie: Smartphone Video Shooting Make A Smart Movie: Smartphone Video Shooting — — Mon., Aug. 9, Wed., Aug. Mon., Aug. 9, Wed., Aug. 11 11 ANDAND Mon., Aug. 16, 6:00−8:00 p.m. Mon., Aug. 16, 6:00−8:00 p.m. Three-part class ─ Using your smartphone (iPhone or Android), learn all about taking videos with instructor Arooj Chaudhry, including (1) Techniques on how to record, (2) How to edit your videos with native and 3rd party apps, and (3) How to post videos to social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat & Twitter.

• • Local Eats: Crunchy Carrots Local Eats: Crunchy Carrots (Cornell Cooperative Extension)(Cornell Cooperative Extension) — — Tue., Aug. 10, 7:00−8:00 p.m.Tue., Aug. 10, 7:00−8:00 p.m. Registered dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension will demonstrate how to prepare recipes using fresh local carrots and discuss how very versatile carrots are. Recipes will be provided.

• • Chair YogaChair Yoga — — Thu., Aug. 12, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Thu., Aug. 12, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Taught by Jackie Incorvia. Experience the many benefits of chair yoga in stabilizing and mobilizing the body, fortifying the respiratory system, and developing a calmer, clearer, more focused mind.

• • Seals of New York from Rescue to ReleaseSeals of New York from Rescue to Release — — Tue., Aug. 17, 7:00−8:00 p.m.Tue., Aug. 17, 7:00−8:00 p.m. Join an educator from the New York Marine Rescue Center and learn about the different species of seals seen in New York waters. Find out how you can get involved in helping to protect and preserve our local marine environment.

• • Cooking with The Baking Coach: Avocado Ice Cream and Sugar Cookie CupsCooking with The Baking Coach: Avocado Ice Cream and Sugar Cookie Cups — — Thu., Aug. 19, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Thu., Aug. 19, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Join The Baking Coach and learn how to make avocado ice cream with simple ingredients. Also, transform cookie dough into ice cream cups to serve along with your delicious ice cream.

• • ImpressionismImpressionism — — Tue., Aug. 24, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Tue., Aug. 24, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Learn about monumental artists such as Monet, Manet, Renoir, Degas, Cassatt, Seurat, and more. This class is led by artist and professor Christopher Vivas.

• • The Early Fall GardenThe Early Fall Garden — — Thu., Aug. 26, 7:00–8:00 p.m.Thu., Aug. 26, 7:00–8:00 p.m. Horticulturist Paul Levine will give tips on how to create the perfect fall garden including what to plant, where to plant, fertilizing and watering techniques.

• • Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook: What's it all About?Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook: What's it all About? — — Sat., Aug. 28, 10:00–NoonSat., Aug. 28, 10:00–Noon Join Arooj Chaudhry and learn how to use these very popular social media platforms to help you stay in touch with family & friends.

• • Relax & Paint: Early Fall Sunset Relax & Paint: Early Fall Sunset (Supplies needed for class)(Supplies needed for class) — — Tue., Aug. 31, 7:00–8:15 p.m.Tue., Aug. 31, 7:00–8:15 p.m. Follow alongstep-by-step with art instructor Nikki McGrath.

August Online classes cont'd

ConcertConcert on the Library Lawn

Taylor Ackley &Taylor Ackley &The Deep Roots EnsembleThe Deep Roots Ensemble

Fri., July 23 Fri., July 23 6:30–8 p.m. 6:30–8 p.m. Picnics welcome Picnics welcome (Rain date: Fri. July 30 same time)(Rain date: Fri. July 30 same time)

This concert features old favorites from the folk,This concert features old favorites from the folk,country and bluegrass repertoires and originalcountry and bluegrass repertoires and original

music from their new album music from their new album Hard Tellin'Hard Tellin'..Bring your blankets or chairs.Bring your blankets or chairs.

No registration necessary No registration necessary Social distancing required.Social distancing required.

One-on-One Medicare Telephone CounselingOne-on-One Medicare Telephone CounselingWed., Jul. 21 Wed., Jul. 21 OROR Aug. 18, from 10:00 a.m.−12:30 p.m. Aug. 18, from 10:00 a.m.−12:30 p.m.

HIICAP: Health Insurance Info. Counseling & Assistance Program (To schedule an appointment with aHIICAP volunteer, call Nanette at 631-941-4080, ext. 116, or email [email protected].)

• • One Book, One Community One Book, One Community ••Stony Brook University invites Emma Clark Library

patrons and the Three Village community to join together and read in late summer and autumn 2021! We will be reading 2020 National Book Award winner

Interior ChinatownInterior Chinatown, by Charles Yu., by Charles Yu.Adult Reference Librarian Carolyn Emerson was

invited by SBU to be on the planning committee for this program. Our next newsletter will provide more

details about community copies and libraryand campus events associated

with this shared read.Emma S. Clark

MemorialLibrary

Gentle YOGAon the Lawn

Wed., Aug. 4, 11, 18 & 25Wed., Aug. 4, 11, 18 & 259:309:30––10:30 a.m.10:30 a.m.

Jackie Incorvia will introduce us to Jackie Incorvia will introduce us to common standing poses, as well common standing poses, as well

as breathing techniques & medita-as breathing techniques & medita-tion. Bring a mat & towel and wear tion. Bring a mat & towel and wear comfortable clothing & supportive comfortable clothing & supportive

sneakers. sneakers. In the event of rain, class In the event of rain, class will be held on Zoom. Register at will be held on Zoom. Register at

emmaclark.org/programsemmaclark.org/programs..

teens

Community ServiceCommunity Service• • Apple Jar Teacher Gifts Apple Jar Teacher Gifts — Supply pickup starts Mon., Jul. 12.• • Pencil Jar Teacher Gifts Pencil Jar Teacher Gifts — Supply pickup starts Mon., Jul. 26.

Just for FunJust for Fun• • Teen & Family Baking Night: Enormous Snickerdoodle Teen & Family Baking Night: Enormous Snickerdoodle — Supply pickup starts Tue., Jul. 6.• • Henna Art Henna Art — Supply pickup starts Tue., Jul. 6.• • Unicorn Planters Unicorn Planters — Supply pickup starts Mon., Jul. 12.• • Teen & Parent Craft Night: Tea for Two Mosaic Teen & Parent Craft Night: Tea for Two Mosaic — Supply pickup starts Mon., Jul. 26.

Community ServiceCommunity Service• • End of Treatment Pediatric OncologyEnd of Treatment Pediatric Oncology

Celebration Banners Celebration Banners — Supply pickup starts Mon., Aug. 2.• • Treats for Shelter Dogs Treats for Shelter Dogs — Supply pickup starts Mon., Aug. 30.

Just for FunJust for Fun• • Whale of a Tail String Art Whale of a Tail String Art — Supply pickup starts Mon., Aug. 2.• • Teen & Family Cooking Night: Flautas and Salsa Teen & Family Cooking Night: Flautas and Salsa — Supply pickup starts Mon., Aug. 9. (Zoom instruction on Thu., Aug. 12, from 6:00–7:00 p.m.)• • Teen & Family Baking Night: Strawberry Festival Bread Teen & Family Baking Night: Strawberry Festival Bread — Supply pickup starts Mon., Aug. 23.• • Teen & Family Baking Night: Last Slice of Summer Watermelon Teen & Family Baking Night: Last Slice of Summer Watermelon — Supply pickup starts Mon., Aug. 30.

July (Instruction provided through prerecorded video, unless otherwise noted)(Instruction provided through prerecorded video, unless otherwise noted)

August (Instruction provided through prerecorded video, unless otherwise noted)(Instruction provided through prerecorded video, unless otherwise noted)

"Take & Makes""Take & Makes"Registration for Registration for July programsJuly programs starts June 21. starts June 21.

Registration for Registration for August programsAugust programs will begin July 12. will begin July 12.For more information and to reserve a kit, email Emily at For more information and to reserve a kit, email Emily at [email protected]@emmaclark.org..

For more Ongoing Community ServiceOngoing Community Service opportunities such as The Perspectives ProjectThe Perspectives Project,Teen Film ReviewTeen Film Review, or Book ReviewBook Review, visit teen.emmaclark.org/AtHomeCommunityService.

Earn Earn CommunityCommunityService CreditService Credit by viewing by viewing and reporting on these and reporting on these prerecorded classes.prerecorded classes.(June 1(June 1stst –– Aug. 31 Aug. 31stst)) The Art of The Art of

Interviewing OthersInterviewing Others Cyber SafetyCyber Safety

The Dewey Decimal System: The Dewey Decimal System: Navigating Your LibraryNavigating Your Library Safe at Home, Safe AloneSafe at Home, Safe Alone

Find them atFind them atteen.emmaclark.orgteen.emmaclark.org//

AtHomeCommunityService AtHomeCommunityService..

Watch & Learn!Watch & Learn!Watch & Learn!

Getting Ready to babysit!Getting Ready to Babysit!(For Grades 5-12) Prerecorded program that you can (For Grades 5-12) Prerecorded program that you can

view from Jun. 1 through Aug. 31. Course Certification view from Jun. 1 through Aug. 31. Course Certification will be provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension upon will be provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension upon

completion. completion. (Not for community service credit)(Not for community service credit)Visit Visit teen.emmaclark.org/programsteen.emmaclark.org/programs..

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Online & In-Person Community ServiceCommunity Service

▬ Part 1 : Zoom Class Part 1 : Zoom Class ▬Join Town of Brookhaven Environmental Educator Nicole

Pocchiare for a lesson and restoration activity regard-ing the Long Island Sound. This educational program is brought to you in part by the National Fish and Wildlife

Foundation with the Long Island Sound Study.Tue., Jul. 20 OROR Tue., Aug. 17 3–4 p.m.

▬ Part 2: At West Meadow Beach Part 2: At West Meadow Beach ▬Beach clean-up. Masks and Parent/Guardian attendance

required. We provide PPE for trash collection and an"educational program" day pass (for those without

a beach sticker).Wed., July 21 OROR Wed., August 18 9–11 a.m.

Registration for Class & Clean-Up begins Jun. 21.Registration for Class & Clean-Up begins Jun. 21.You must attend the Zoom class inYou must attend the Zoom class inorder to participate in the clean-up.order to participate in the clean-up.

Register at Register at teen.emmaclark.org/programsteen.emmaclark.org/programs..

L o n g I s l a n d S o u n d C o n s e r v a t i o nL o n g I s l a n d S o u n d C o n s e r v a t i o nC l a s s a n d C l e a n - u p C l a s s a n d C l e a n - u p

Volunteer on theVolunteer on theLibrary Lawn Library Lawn

Registration opens June 21.Join our Teen Librarian on the lawn for a socially

distanced "Crafternoon!" Completed projectsearn one hour of community service creditearn one hour of community service credit.

To register, visit teen.emmaclark.org/programsteen.emmaclark.org/programsRecycled CrayonsRecycled Crayons

Wed., Jul. 7, 2:30–3:30pmWed., Jul. 7, 2:30–3:30pmCome prepare old, worn down crayons, to be

recycled into new crayons!Back to School Notebooks & Pencils for Kids in NeedBack to School Notebooks & Pencils for Kids in Need

Wed., Aug. 11, 2:30–3:30pmWed., Aug. 11, 2:30–3:30pmCome decorate notebooks and pencils for kids in need!

Gnome Invasion at the Library!Gnome Invasion at the Library!Wed., Aug. 25, 2:30–3:30pmWed., Aug. 25, 2:30–3:30pm

Come create an adorable gnome to decoratethe library this winter!

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congratulations to our winners!congratulations to our winners!2020 & 2021 Helen Stein Shack Book Award2020 & 2021 Helen Stein Shack Book Award

Library staff, along with family of the late Helen Stein Shack, honored the winners at a virtual reception. The winners Library staff, along with family of the late Helen Stein Shack, honored the winners at a virtual reception. The winners received scholarship money, and bound books were presented and added to the Library's Local Focus Collection. received scholarship money, and bound books were presented and added to the Library's Local Focus Collection.

Senator Mattera, Assemblyman Steve Englebright, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, and Council Member Jonathan Senator Mattera, Assemblyman Steve Englebright, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, and Council Member Jonathan Kornreich spoke at the event, as well as sent certificates from the state and town to all of the winners. Suffolk County Kornreich spoke at the event, as well as sent certificates from the state and town to all of the winners. Suffolk County

Legislator Kara Hahn also sent certificates and personalized letters to all of the winners (Legislative Aide Alyssa TuranoLegislator Kara Hahn also sent certificates and personalized letters to all of the winners (Legislative Aide Alyssa Turanowas in attendance at the ceremony). was in attendance at the ceremony).

Also in attendance: Library Board President Deborah Blair and Vice President Christopher Fletcher. Three Village Central Also in attendance: Library Board President Deborah Blair and Vice President Christopher Fletcher. Three Village Central School District Trustee Deanna BavInka, Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich, Gelinas Junior High School Principal Corinne School District Trustee Deanna BavInka, Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich, Gelinas Junior High School Principal Corinne

Keane, R.C. Murphy Junior High School Principal Brian Biscari, Gelinas Junior High School English Chair Michelle Hanczor, Keane, R.C. Murphy Junior High School Principal Brian Biscari, Gelinas Junior High School English Chair Michelle Hanczor, R.C. Murphy Junior High School English Chair Cathy Duffy, and Ward Melville High School Librarian April Hatcher. R.C. Murphy Junior High School English Chair Cathy Duffy, and Ward Melville High School Librarian April Hatcher.

Remember to look for next year's contest details starting November!Remember to look for next year's contest details starting November!

By Matthew Marchese

By Matthew BlumenthalBy Rebecca Blumenthal

By Julia Garcia-Diaz & Lea Nekrasov

Winners WinnersFirst Place Prize WinnerFirst Place Prize Winner(Grades 7 – 9 category)(Grades 7 – 9 category)

Julia Garcia-Diaz &Julia Garcia-Diaz &Lea NekrasovLea Nekrasov

Alice HelpsAlice HelpsFirst Place Prize WinnerFirst Place Prize Winner(Grades 10 – 12 category)(Grades 10 – 12 category)

Rebecca BlumenthalRebecca BlumenthalA New NormalA New Normal

Second Place Prize WinnerSecond Place Prize Winner(Grades 7 – 9 category)(Grades 7 – 9 category)Matthew BlumenthalMatthew Blumenthal

Frankie Gets StuckFrankie Gets StuckSecond Place Prize WinnerSecond Place Prize Winner(Grades 10 – 12 category)(Grades 10 – 12 category)

Matthew MarcheseMatthew MarchesePeanut's PassionPeanut's Passion

WinnersWinnersFirst Place Prize WinnerFirst Place Prize Winner(Grades 7 – 9 category)(Grades 7 – 9 category)

Celia GordonCelia GordonOliver's WalkOliver's Walk

First Place Prize WinnerFirst Place Prize Winner(Grades 10 – 12 category)(Grades 10 – 12 category)

Rebecca BlumenthalRebecca BlumenthalYour PartYour Part

Second Place Prize WinnerSecond Place Prize Winner(Grades 7 – 9 category)(Grades 7 – 9 category)

Ricky Herling &Ricky Herling &Ashton HopkinsAshton Hopkins

The Knight & the MonsterThe Knight & the MonsterSecond Place Prize WinnerSecond Place Prize Winner(Grades 10 – 12 category)(Grades 10 – 12 category)

Riley MeckleyRiley MeckleyHow Tom TalksHow Tom Talks

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By Ricky Herling &Ashton Hopkins

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By Celia Gordon

June 1 –August 22 Teen Summer Reading Challenge

Grades 7–12Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. To get started, visit teen.emmaclark.org/teens-summer-reading.Read any book you’d likeRead any book you’d like – printed books, eBooks, even audiobooks!Log your book in Beanstack, and write a quick “30-Character 30-Character or More Reviewor More Review” of what you’ve read.For each book review, get an eTicketeTicket and enter a raffle for one of our fabulous gift baskets! Raffle tickets can be entered into the system for any of the prizesprizes that you choose.At the end of the Summer Reading Challenge (Aug. 22Aug. 22) we will contact the raffle winners!

The more books you read & review,

the more raffle tickets you get and the greater your chances of WINNING!

Trying to figure Trying to figure out what to do out what to do

with your life???with your life???

Access through Brainfuse on the library’s website,

emmaclark.org/emmaclark.org/you-beyondyou-beyond.

• • Templates & resourcesTemplates & resources• • Personalized feedback Personalized feedback from an expert!from an expert!

ResumesResumes

And more!And more!

• • Discover what YOU Discover what YOU would find excitingwould find exciting

• • Info on college majorsInfo on college majors• • Career planningCareer planning• • Careers without collegeCareers without college

College &College &CareerCareer

Children's

WEEKLY "Take & Make" CraftsRecommended for children ages 3––12 yrs. (supervision may be needed for younger children) ─ Starting Mon., Jun. 28 through Starting Mon., Jun. 28 through Mon., Aug. 30: Mon., Aug. 30: Each Monday we will have a new craft for pick-up. No need to pre-register, just come in and pick one up.Please note: Week of Jul. 5, Library is closed on Monday. Pickup will start on Tue., Jul. 6.Page 6

Show your School Spirit!Show your School Spirit! The school that has the highest percentage The school that has the highest percentage of kids that sign up for AND finish SRC will win the coveted “Emma of kids that sign up for AND finish SRC will win the coveted “Emma Cup”! The trophy will be engraved & housed in their school until the Cup”! The trophy will be engraved & housed in their school until the following summer.following summer.

Registration Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. To get started, visitemmaclark.org/kidssrc2021.You may use the computer, download the Beanstack app, or even use the Amazon Echo device (“Alexa”).Prize bags will be available starting Mon., Aug. 9. Prize bags will be available starting Mon., Aug. 9. Summer Reading Challenge (SRC) ends on Sun., Aug. 22 ends on Sun., Aug. 22. Every child who finishes SRC will get a prize bag (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the program).We’ll also have raffle prizes that will be awarded at the end of SRC! The kids will be able to earn an eTicketeTicket each week, and raffle tickets can be entered into the system for any of the prizesprizes that they choose.

Register before July 11 & enter raffles to win Adventureland

or Splish Splash tickets!!!Prize bags for EVERYONE who completes SRC & an eTicket

to win an iPad!

Kids Summer Reading ChallengeBirth–Grade 6

"Take & Bake" Kits (One kit per family)Families with children ages 3––12 yrs. Register at kids.emmaclark.org.Register at kids.emmaclark.org.• • What a Melon! Watermelon Cupcakes What a Melon! Watermelon Cupcakes — Supply pickup starts Jul. 8/Reg. begins Jul. 1• •  Red, White & Blueberry Whoopie Pies with Lemon Filling  Red, White & Blueberry Whoopie Pies with Lemon Filling — Supply pickup starts Jul. 19/Reg. begins Jul. 12• •  Loads of Rolling Fun Cut-Out Sugar Cookies  Loads of Rolling Fun Cut-Out Sugar Cookies — Supply pickup starts Aug. 4/Reg. begins Jul. 28• •  Jumbo Snickerdoodle Cookies Jumbo Snickerdoodle Cookies — Supply pickup starts Aug. 18/Reg. begins Aug. 11 Did you just graduate 6Did you just graduate 6thth

grade? Then you've also gradu-grade? Then you've also gradu-ated to the Teen Department at ated to the Teen Department at Emma Clark Library! Check out Emma Clark Library! Check out page 4page 4 to see what our Teen to see what our Teen

department has to offer.department has to offer.

Stuffed Animal "Take & Make" KitChildren ages 3––8 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed). Register at kids.emmaclark.org.Register at kids.emmaclark.org.• • Safari Monkey Safari Monkey — Supply pickup starts Jun. 30/Reg. begins Jun. 23• •  Giraffe  Giraffe — Supply pickup starts Aug. 5/Reg. begins Jul. 29

Program Registration ─ Quick FactsRegistration begins at 9:30 a.m. on the registration date noted for each program. RegisterRegistration begins at 9:30 a.m. on the registration date noted for each program. Register

online (kids.emmaclark.org), by phone (631−941−4080, ext. 123), or in person.online (kids.emmaclark.org), by phone (631−941−4080, ext. 123), or in person.

Outdoor Library Front Lawn EventsOutdoor Library Front Lawn Events

Tue., Jun. 29/Reg. begins Jun. 22Thu., Jul. 1/Reg. begins Jun. 24Wed., Jul. 7/Reg. begins Jun. 30Mon., Jul. 12/Reg. begins Jul. 6Thu., Jul. 15/Reg. begins Jul. 8Tue., Jul. 20/Reg. begins Jul. 13

Summer Morning Story Time Summer Morning Story Time Ages 2–7 yrs. w/ parent/caregiver @ 11:00 a.m.

Enjoy some stories and take home a craft to do at home.Thu., Jul. 22/Reg. begins Jul. 15Mon., Jul. 26/Reg. begins Jul. 19Wed., Aug. 4/Reg. begins Jul. 28Fri., Aug. 6/Reg. begins Jul. 30

Mon., Aug. 9/Reg. begins Aug. 2Tue., Aug. 17/Reg. begins Aug. 10

Time for Baby Time for Baby Ages 16–24 mos. w/ parent/caregiver

10:00–10:30 a.m. Ages Birth–15 mos. w/ parent/caregiver

11:00–11:30 a.m.Fri., Jul. 2/Reg. begins Jun. 25

Fri., Aug. 13/Reg. begins Aug. 6

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Online Classes Register at kids.emmaclark.orgRegister at kids.emmaclark.orgPage Turners:Page Turners: Join Page Turner Adventures, the Emmy-Award Winning team of Jill Nadler and Kenny Mikey, known for bringing stories to life with their comedic approach. Starting Mon., June 28, check out our Children's Program CalendarStarting Mon., June 28, check out our Children's Program Calendar for a full listing of dates & instructions on how to enjoy a Virtual Storyteller series geared towards children in grades K-3. For 8 weeks this summer, viewers will journey through the “Once Upon a Time MachineOnce Upon a Time Machine” for virtual adventures based on animal themes. There are five days of programming for each weekly theme which includes comedy shows, crafts, recipes, children’s book author interviews, guest performers, contests, games and much more.Petra Puppets – Too Many TailsPetra Puppets – Too Many Tails Jun. 28–Aug. 31 Jun. 28–Aug. 31 ―― Join Steve and Eric the Sheep on our Youtube channelour Youtube channel for this fantasy adventure and give your kids a hilarious tale to tell. Check it out at kids.emmaclark.org and look to the right. Enjoy!TJ The Magician TJ The Magician Mon., Jun. 28, 2:00–2:45 p.m. Mon., Jun. 28, 2:00–2:45 p.m. Ages 3 yrs.–Grade 6 Ages 3 yrs.–Grade 6 ―― Have a blast with the Interactive Illusionist, TJ Tana, and his Virtual Magic Show. Registration begins Mon., Jun. 21. Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Tue., Jun. 29, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Tue., Jun. 29, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Grades 4–6 Grades 4–6 ―― Enjoy some online trivia with the following theme: Animal Tails & TalesAnimal Tails & Tales. Registration begins Tue., Jun. 22.Sweet Kitchen Science w/ Long Island Explorium Sweet Kitchen Science w/ Long Island Explorium Tue., Jun. 29, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Tue., Jun. 29, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed)needed) ―― Make your own ice cream! Supplies needed for class. Registration begins Tue., Jun. 22. Rumble in the Jungle - Snake Rumble in the Jungle - Snake Wed., Jun. 30, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Wed., Jun. 30, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) ――Explore the jungle virtually with A Time for Kids, Inc. Registration begins Wed., Jun. 23.Dinosaurs Rock Dinosaurs Rock Thu., Jul. 1, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Thu., Jul. 1, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 ―― Learn about dinosaurs with Dinosaurs Rock & receive genuine fossils, some as old as 300 million years. You’ll also get a free downloadable booklet. Registration begins Thu., Jun. 24. Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Tue., Jul. 6, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Tue., Jul. 6, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Grades 4–6 Grades 4–6 ―― Enjoy some online trivia with the following theme: SuperheroesSuperheroes. Registration begins Tue., Jun. 29.Forces for Fun: Building Roller Coasters w/ Long Island Explorium Forces for Fun: Building Roller Coasters w/ Long Island Explorium Wed., Jul. 7, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Wed., Jul. 7, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Build a roller coaster for a marble! Supplies needed for class. Registration begins Wed., Jun. 30.BenAnna Band BenAnna Band Thu., Jul. 8, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Thu., Jul. 8, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Birth–6 yrs. Birth–6 yrs. ―― Listen to musical duo Ben & Anna as they sing and jam out to new and old kids' songs! Registration begins Thu., Jul. 1.Dance with MeDance with Me Fri., Jul. 9, 10:30–11:00 a.m. Fri., Jul. 9, 10:30–11:00 a.m. Ages 4 mos.–3 1/2 yrs. (w/ parent or caregiver) Ages 4 mos.–3 1/2 yrs. (w/ parent or caregiver) ―― Great South Bay Dance will teach children how to be creative in movement. Registration begins Fri., Jul. 2.Gourmet Italian Bread Pizza Gourmet Italian Bread Pizza Mon., Jul. 12, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Mon., Jul. 12, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) ― ― Join Chef Dell’Amore to create an Italian bread pizza. All done with a skillet and toaster oven! Registration begins Fri., Jul. 2. Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Tue., Jul. 13, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Tue., Jul. 13, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Grades 4–6 Grades 4–6 ―― Enjoy some online trivia with the following theme: Harry PotterHarry Potter. Registration begins Tue., Jul. 6.The World of Reptiles and Amphibians The World of Reptiles and Amphibians Tue., Jul. 13, 3:00–4:00 p.m. Tue., Jul. 13, 3:00–4:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 ―― Learn all about them with Erik’s Reptile Edventures! Registration begins Tue., Jul. 6.Making Music with Jars w/ Long Island Explorium Making Music with Jars w/ Long Island Explorium Thu., Jul. 15, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Thu., Jul. 15, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed)needed) ―― Explore how sound is made! Supplies needed for class. Registration begins Thu., Jul. 8.Let’s Dance Let’s Dance Fri., Jul. 16, 10:30–11:00 a.m. Fri., Jul. 16, 10:30–11:00 a.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 ―― Great South Bay Dance will show children basic movement principles. Registration begins Fri., Jul. 9.Plants and Backyard Farm Plants and Backyard Farm Fri., Jul. 16, 2:00–2:45 p.m. Fri., Jul. 16, 2:00–2:45 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.– Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 4 yrs.– Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Go on a virtual adventure right in your backyard, with Cornell Cooperative Extension. Registration begins Fri., Jul. 9.Paint Party on Canvas Paint Party on Canvas Mon., Jul. 19: Grades 1–3, 10:30–11:30 a.m./Grades 4–6, 12:00–1:00 p.m. (Adult supervision may be Mon., Jul. 19: Grades 1–3, 10:30–11:30 a.m./Grades 4–6, 12:00–1:00 p.m. (Adult supervision may be needed for both) needed for both) ―― Melissa DiGiose shows you how to create a custom 9x12 canvas painting! Supply pickup instructions will be sent by email. Registration for both begins Mon., Jul. 12.Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Let's "Kahoot" with Miss Jen Tue., Jul. 20, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Tue., Jul. 20, 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Grades 4–6 Grades 4–6 ―― Enjoy some online trivia with the following theme: Name that CharacterName that Character. Registration begins Tue., Jul. 13. Launch It w/ Long Island ExploriumLaunch It w/ Long Island Explorium Tue., Jul. 20, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Tue., Jul. 20, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) needed) ―― Create a catapult! Supplies needed for class. Registration begins Tue., Jul. 13. Frogs, Bugs & Animals Frogs, Bugs & Animals Wed., Jul. 21, 11:00 a.m.–Noon Wed., Jul. 21, 11:00 a.m.–Noon Grades K–3 Grades K–3 ―― Join Jason Reilly and virtually meet LIVE frogs, bugs, reptiles, chinchillas, a chicken and more! Registration begins Wed., Jul. 14. Insects Insects Fri., Jul. 23, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Fri., Jul. 23, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Explore the amazing world of insects and the role insects play as pollinators and recyclers, with Cornell Cooperative Extension. Registration begins Fri., Jul. 16.Hip Hop Hip Hop Tue., Jul. 27, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Tue., Jul. 27, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Ages 6–12 yrs. Ages 6–12 yrs. ―― Children are encouraged to get moving in this upbeat, high energy, dance featuring street dancing with Great South Bay Dance. Registration begins Tue., Jul. 20.A Trip to the Zoo: Giraffe A Trip to the Zoo: Giraffe Wed., Jul. 28, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Wed., Jul. 28, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Learn all about zoo animals with Time for Kids, Inc.! Registration begins Wed., Jul. 21.Wondrous Weather w/ Long Island Explorium Wondrous Weather w/ Long Island Explorium Fri., Jul. 30, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Fri., Jul. 30, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision maybe needed) be needed) ―― Investigate the weather! Supplies needed for class. Registration begins Fri., Jul. 23.

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JulyJulyThis Beautiful Long Island

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JulyJulyQuilts

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July/August Displays

Virtual StoryFaces from Christopher Agostino Virtual StoryFaces from Christopher Agostino Aug. 3 through Aug. 9 Aug. 3 through Aug. 9 For families with children 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult For families with children 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) supervision may be needed) ―― Go to our Youtube channelYoutube channel at kids.emmaclark.org and watch this exciting video performance. Partake in an at-home activity, in which kids create an original story starring themselves.Nature at NightNature at Night Tue., Aug. 3, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Tue., Aug. 3, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Discover some mysterious creatures that come out at night, with Cornell Cooperative Extension. Registration begins Tue., Jul. 27.Zumba Zumba Wed., Aug. 4, 1:00–1:45 p.m. Wed., Aug. 4, 1:00–1:45 p.m. Ages 6–12 yrs. Ages 6–12 yrs. ―― Have a blast in this fitness dance class featuring Latin and international music with Great South Bay Dance. Registration begins Wed., Jul. 28.Blast Off w/ Long Island Explorium Blast Off w/ Long Island Explorium Mon., Aug. 9, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Mon., Aug. 9, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Explore how airplanes take off. Supplies needed for class. Registration begins Mon., Aug. 2.Fun on the Farm: Pig Fun on the Farm: Pig Tue., Aug. 10, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Tue., Aug. 10, 10:00–10:45 a.m. Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Learn all about farm animals with Time for Kids, Inc.! Registration begins Tue., Aug. 3.Paint Party on Canvas Paint Party on Canvas Wed., Aug. 11: Grades 1–3, 10:30–11:30 a.m./Grades 4–6, Noon–1:00 p.m. (Adult supervision may be Wed., Aug. 11: Grades 1–3, 10:30–11:30 a.m./Grades 4–6, Noon–1:00 p.m. (Adult supervision may be needed for both) needed for both) ―― Melissa DiGiose shows you how to create a custom 9x12 canvas painting! Supply pickup instructions will be sent by email. Registration for both begins Wed., Aug. 4.Egg to Chick Egg to Chick Thu., Aug. 12, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Thu., Aug. 12, 11:00–11:45 a.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Explore the life cycle of the chicken and learn how the chick embryo develops inside the egg, with Cornell Cooperative Extension. Registration begins Thu., Aug. 5. Not your Mother’s Chicken Nuggets and Cutlets Not your Mother’s Chicken Nuggets and Cutlets Fri., Aug. 13, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Fri., Aug. 13, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be Ages 4 yrs.–Grade 6 (adult supervision may be needed)needed) ―― Chef Dell’Amore shows you how to serve up a delicious meal. Registration begins Fri., Aug. 6.Dance with MeDance with Me Wed., Aug. 18, 10:30–11:00 a.m. Wed., Aug. 18, 10:30–11:00 a.m. Ages 18 mos.–3 1/2 yrs. (w/ parent or caregiver) Ages 18 mos.–3 1/2 yrs. (w/ parent or caregiver) ―― Great South Bay Dance will teach children how to be creative in movement. Registration begins Wed., Aug. 11. Let’s Dance Let’s Dance Wed., Aug. 18, 11:30–Noon Wed., Aug. 18, 11:30–Noon Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) Ages 3–5 yrs. (adult supervision may be needed) ―― Great South Bay Dance will show children basic movement principles. Registration begins Wed., Aug. 11.

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businesses, organizations, & businesses, organizations, & individuals who have donated individuals who have donated

prizes for the Kids & Teens prizes for the Kids & Teens Summer Reading Challenges:Summer Reading Challenges:

(as of May 15, 2021)(as of May 15, 2021)

• Adventureland Amusement Park

• The Bite Size Bake Shop• Del Fuego Restaurant • Individual staff members of Emma Clark Library

ThankYou!

• John Braile Photography• The Long Island Explorium• Silver Stars Gymnastics• Splish Splash• Target - South Setauket

Thank you to all the kids and parents who took part in our virtual photo shoot. Don’t forget to

come into the Children’s Library and find your picture.

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