Facebook Instagram
The Heart of the Three Village Community
LOG IN to your account 
 
 
(or CLICK HERE to use the Classic Catalog)
Not finding what you're looking for? Suggest a title
Font Size

Category: FP Mosaic

Social Work Service

Photos of close-up of hands typing on a laptop and writing with a pen. Cartoon images of people with questions.

Graduate Student in Social Work from SBU Answers Your Questions – Each Week at the Library

Stony Brook University’s School of Social Welfare student intern, James, is on-site at the Library each week during designated hours to answer questions, help with filling out forms, or seek referrals. Inquiries that he may assist with include, but are not limited to, employment/job search, housing, paying utility bills, applying for benefits, education, medical assistance, mental health issues, bullying, domestic abuse, substance use, LGBTQIA+ topics, care coordination, and voting pre-registration.

Tuesdays: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Fridays: 2:00 – 8:00 p.m.

 

Please note: Due to Stony Brook University’s calendar, James will not be in on Friday, November 28; December 15 – January 4 (SBU’s Winter Break); and March 16 – 22 (SBU’s Spring Break).

This service is open to all ages. The social work intern meets with patrons in the Small Study Room on the Lower Level. Appointments are not required but strongly encouraged. Appointments can be made as early as a week in advance. Click here to reserve your timeslot. Or call 631.941.4080 and ask for the Reference Desk.

Conversations will be kept confidential; this is a safe and welcoming environment.

The social work intern is training to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He is at Emma Clark Library to answer questions but is not a therapist; referrals will be given to people looking for clinical therapy. He is a mandated reporter for cases of neglect, abuse, or harm.

Resources from the SBU Social Work Interns:

Youth and Family Therapists

Teen Crisis Hotlines

Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens

Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org

Coding Classes for Children

2 kids looking at a computer together

Your kids will have fun and learn at the same time with these coding classes in November and December:

Learn to Code: Scratch (Grades 2 & 3)
Thursday, November 20, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Scratch is a safe & playful learning environment that engages all children in thinking creatively, reasoning systematically & working collaboratively. Learn the basics of Scratch with Teen volunteers. Click here to register now.

Code with Colors (Grades 3 – 5)
Monday, December 8, 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Learn how to code Ozobots to complete challenges using different color combinations. Click here to register now.

Code with Phonics (Grades K – 2)
Tuesday, December 9, 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.
Learn to make an Ozobot dance, tornado spin, and more using the sounds you hear in words. Click here to register now.

Learn to Code: Python (Grades 4 & 5)
Thursday, December 18, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Learn the basics of Python, simplistic & comfortable programming language, to get you started on your coding adventure with Teen volunteers. Click here to register starting 12/4.

Click here to view all children’s programs.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org

November/December Newsletter is here!

Cover of the November/December newsletter on wooden desk background

Library Drives This Holiday Season

Drives for Charity. Photo of food, toiletries, pajamas and gloves

Pop-Up Food & Toiletries Drive

Food pantries are being used significantly more and are in need of extra supplies. We’re hosting a Pop-Up Food and Toiletries drive to bring emergency relief to those who are food insecure now through January 4. New items only, please.

Suggestions for food items: cereal, peanut butter, jelly, canned fruits and vegetables, rice, beans, tuna fish, juice, gum, snacks (pretzels, granola bars, trail mix, cookies), pasta, & pasta sauce.

Suggestions for personal hygiene supplies: toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, shampoo, razors, shaving cream, feminine hygiene products, baby wipes, & diapers.

Pajamas for Those in Need

We’re hosting a drive for local charities, collecting new pajamas for all ages from November 1 – 30. Pajamas must be new (with tags). All sizes are welcome.

Give Warmth

We’re collecting new or handmade mittens, scarves, hats, gloves, or socks for local charities in our community from December 1 – January 18.  All sizes are welcome.

Bins are located in the Library lobby. Anyone (resident or nonresident) is welcome to donate during Library hours.

We are closed on Veterans Day (Tuesday, November 11), Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 27), Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25), and New Year’s Day (Thursday, January 1).

We will close early at 3:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Eve (Wednesday, November 26); Sunday, December 14 (in order to accommodate the Electric Holiday Parade, which will assemble in front of the library); Christmas Eve (Wednesday, December 24), and New Year’s Eve (Wednesday, December 30).

Questions?  Email askus@emmaclark.org or call 631.941.4080.

Kids Community Service

Boy coloring with colored pencils around him. Text says "Kids Community Service"

Upcoming Community Service programs for children:

Cards for Hospitalized Kids (Grades 3 – 5)
Wednesday, December 3, 4:30–5:30 p.m. 
Help brighten a child’s day! Join us to make uplifting cards for hospitalized kids. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register now.

Winter Scarf (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, December 10, 4:30–5:30 p.m. 
Give the gift of warmth this holiday season! Join us to make a fleece winter scarf and gift tags to donate to our “Give Warmth” Drive. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 11/26.

Assisted Living Appreciation Kits (Grades 3 – 5)

Monday, January 5, 4:30–5:30 p.m. 
Join us to decorate cards and small canvas bags filled with essential items to donate to assisted living staff. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 12/22.

Valentine’s Day Cards for Seniors (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, January 21, 4:30–5:30 p.m. 
Spread some love and brighten a senior’s day! Join us for a crafty afternoon as we create handmade Valentine’s Day cards for the Nursing Home Card Project. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 1/7.

Helpers Helping Helpers: Baby Blankets (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, January 28, 4:30–5:30 p.m. 
Make a new buddy while making a difference! Kids will team up with Teens & Tweens to make baby blankets to donate to families in need. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 1/14.

“Take & Make” Painted Hearts Community Service Art Project (Grades 3 – 5)
Let your heart shine on canvas! Help us paint colorful hearts to be part of a beautiful, collaborative art project that celebrates creativity and community. Pick up your art kit (flat canvas, acrylic paint set and paintbrush) starting on Monday, February 2 and return your creative work of art by Sun., February 15. Participants will earn two hours of community service credit. Only one kit per child. Click here to reserve your child’s kit starting 2/2.

Tabletop Smiles (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, February 4 AND/OR Tuesday, February 24, 4:30–5:30 p.m. 
Join us to make placemats filled with color, creativity, and kindness for people receiving meals from local charities and organizations. Come spread joy – one placemat at a time! Register for one or both. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit for each date they attend.
Click here to register for the Feb. 4 class starting 1/21.

Volunteer at Hobbs Farm (Bethel Hobbs Farm, Centereach) (Grades 3 – 5)

Tuesday, February 17, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. (Winter Break)
Kids will be planting seeds in the farm’s greenhouse. Dress for a mess and for the weather! Participants will earn two hours of community service credit. In the event of extreme weather, this program may be rescheduled or cancelled. Please note this program is offsite and parents/caregivers (over the age of 18) must stay with their child at the farm. Click here to register starting 2/3.

Create for a Cause: Baby Bibs (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, February 18, 4:00–5:00 p.m. (Winter Break)
Kids will hand-paint baby bibs with fun, colorful designs to be donated to families in need. It’s a creative way to have fun and make a difference! Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 2/4.

Also, check out the ongoing community service opportunities for our younger patrons, which can be done from home:

Color a Smile (Grades K – 2): Click here for detailed instructions.

Book Reviews for Kids (Grades 3 – 5): Click here for detailed instructions.

Letters to Our Troops (Grades 3 – 5): Click here for detailed instructions.

Please note: The Library provides a variety of community service credit opportunities. When applying for a society or award, it is your responsibility to confirm that the credit earned through the Library is accepted by the organization.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org