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Register starting June 1
2025 Kids Summer Reading Challenge (SRC) – Read any books you want! Win Prizes!
For babies – those entering 5th Grade in September…
⭐️Special early registration raffle prizes if you register by June 30!⭐️More raffle prizes at the end of SRC!⭐️Prize bags given to ALL KIDS who complete SRC!
- Click here to register. Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. You don’t need to register by a certain date, BUT if you register by June 30 you will be entered into special registration raffles! (see below for more info)
- You may use the computer or download the Beanstack app (available on iTunes or Google Play stores). If you are unsure about how to do it online, call the Children’s Department at 631.941.4080 ext.123.
- Every child who finishes SRC will get a prize bag (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the challenge). Prize bags will be available starting Monday, August 4. SRC ends on Sunday, August 17.
- We’ll also have raffle prizes at the end of SRC! The kids will be able to earn an eTicket each week, and raffle tickets can be entered into the system for any of the prizes they choose. Kids may enter all different raffles, or all the same, however they want to distribute their tickets. Tickets will be pulled, and winners will be announced at the end of SRC after Sunday, August 17. Listing of raffle prizes here!
- Prefer paper? Click here to print out a paper log.
Click here for our handy “Frequently Asked Questions”
Click here for instructions on the app.
Register by June 30 and enter to win one of our special early registration raffles:
- Prize #1: Two Free Passes to Adventureland Amusement Park, special prize bag, and children’s book
- Prize #2: 4-Pack of tickets to the American Museum of Natural History, special prize bag, and children’s book
Show your School Spirit and win the EMMA CUP!
The school that has the highest percentage of children that sign up for AND finish SRC (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the program) will have their school’s name engraved on the trophy. This friendly competition is always a lot of fun each year!
Did you submit your child’s photos for the Summer Reading decorations? We have them up in our Children’s Department! We’ll also be posting photos on our Facebook and Instagram pages, so be sure to be on the lookout there!
What are the benefits of using the Beanstack program? Besides acting as an online book log (think of it as a “Fitbit for Reading”), there are other benefits to recording what you’ve read via the website, app, or Alexa, such as weekly book recommendations based on your child’s age, reading level, and interests. Parents and children will also be able to view themed guides on topics of interest (ranging from “Let’s Explore Rainbows” to “Stargazing”). When the child logs their books read, he/she will receive colorful electronic badges and earn raffle tickets for the many baskets that can be won this summer. Kids will also have the option to write book reviews and read learning tips for each book selected.
Emma Clark Library would like to thank the following businesses that support the Library and our community by donating gift cards and merchandise for our Kids, Teens & Tweens, & Adult Summer Reading raffle prizes:
- Adventureland Amusement Park
- Applebee’s
- The Argyle Theatre
- The Bench
- Ben’s Garden
- The Bite Size Bake Shop
- The Cheesecake Factory
- College 101 Resource Center
- Crazy Beans
- Faith Czarnecki at Travelista Travels
- Druthers Coffee
- DJ’s Clam Shack
- The Jazz Loft
- Level Up Kitchen Library Cafe
- Long Island Explorium
- The Long Island Museum
- The Long Island Violin Shop
- Luigi’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
- New York Giants
- New York Jets
- O Sole Mio Ristorante Pizzeria
- Panera Bread
- Paumanok Tours
- Port Jefferson Photography Club
- The Rinx
- Rolling Pin Bakery
- Schnitzels Gastropub
- Setauket Gourmet Delicatessen & Caterers
- Shake Shack
- S.N. and Kamal Sridhar
- Staller Center for the Arts
- Stony Brook Wings
- Three Village Historical Society
- Urban Air
- Via Pizza
- Xplore Family Fun Center
Emma Clark employees, trustees, and members of their household are not eligible to enter contests/raffles.
Any other questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
Kids Summer Reading – Log those books!
2024 Kids Summer Reading Challenge (SRC) – Read any books you want! Win Prizes!
For Newborns – those entering 6th Grade in September…
⭐️Special early registration raffle prizes if you register by June 30!⭐️More raffle prizes at the end of SRC!⭐️Prize bags given to ALL KIDS who complete SRC!
- Click here to register. Registration is ongoing throughout the summer. You don’t need to register by a certain date, BUT if you register by June 30 you will be entered into special registration raffles! (see below for more info)
- You may use the computer or download the Beanstack app (available on iTunes or Google Play stores). Once registered, you can even log books through the Amazon Echo device (“Alexa”)! See blue links below for more info. If you are unsure about how to do it online, call the Children’s Department at 631.941.4080 ext.123.
- Every child who finishes SRC will get a prize bag (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the challenge). Prize bags will be available starting Monday, August 5. SRC ends on Sunday, August 18.
- We’ll also have raffle prizes at the end of SRC! The kids will be able to earn an eTicket each week, and raffle tickets can be entered into the system for any of the prizes they choose. Kids may enter all different raffles, or all the same, however they want to distribute their tickets. Tickets will be pulled, and winners will be announced at the end of SRC after Sunday, August 18. Listing of raffle prizes here!
- Prefer paper? Click here to print out a paper log.
Click here for our handy “Frequently Asked Questions”
Click here for instructions on the app.
Click here for instructions on how to use the Amazon Echo (“Alexa”) to log Summer Reading.
Register by June 30 and enter to win one of our special early registration raffles:
- Prize #1:
- Two Free Passes to Adventureland Amusement Park
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
- Prize #2:
- Two Free Days of Summer Camp at Silver Stars Gymnastics
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
- Prize #3:
- Two Free Tickets to Splish Splash Water Park
- Two Free Kids’ Ice Cream Sundaes at Applebee’s
- Coupons to Monster Chicken
- Special Prize Bag
- Children’s Book
Show your School Spirit and win the EMMA CUP!
The school that has the highest percentage of children that sign up for AND finish SRC (each child must read at least 7 books to complete the program) will have their school’s name engraved on the trophy. This friendly competition is always a lot of fun each year!
Did you submit your child’s photos for the Summer Reading decorations? We have them up in our Children’s Department! We’ll also be posting photos on our Facebook and Instagram pages, so be sure to be on the lookout there!
What are the benefits of using the Beanstack program? Besides acting as an online book log (think of it as a “Fitbit for Reading”), there are other benefits to recording what you’ve read via the website, app, or Alexa, such as weekly book recommendations based on your child’s age, reading level, and interests. Parents and children will also be able to view themed guides on topics of interest (ranging from “Let’s Explore Rainbows” to “Stargazing”). When the child logs their books read, he/she will receive colorful electronic badges and earn raffle tickets for the many baskets that can be won this summer. Kids will also have the option to write book reviews and read learning tips for each book selected.
Emma Clark Library would like to thank the following businesses that support the Library and our community by donating gift cards and merchandise for Kids and Teens Summer Reading raffle prizes:
- Adventureland Amusement Park
- The Adventure Park of Long Island
- Applebee’s
- The Argyle Theatre
- Ben’s Garden
- The Bench
- Chico’s Tex Mex
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- College 101 Resource Center
- Crazy Beans
- D.J.’s Clam Shack
- Domo Sushi
- Druthers Coffee
- Embody Massage & Wellness
- Evolve Bank & Trust Mortgage – Janice Schweiger
- Faith Czarnecki at Travelista Travels
- John Braile Photography
- Kumon Learning Center
- Level Up Kitchen Library Cafe
- Long Island Explorium
- The Long Island Museum
- Luigi’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
- North Shore Properties Realty – Gina Lollo
- O Sole Mio Ristorante Pizzeria
- Panera Bread
- Paumanok Tours
- Port Jeff Bowl
- Port Jefferson Cinemas
- Port Jefferson Photography Club
- The Rinx
- Rolling Pin Bakery
- Setauket Gourmet Delicatessen & Caterers
- Silver Stars Gymnastics
- Sonic
- S.N. and Kamal Sridhar
- Splish Splash Water Park
- Staller Center for the Arts
- Stony Brook Pizza
- Súp Vietnamese Phở & Grill
- Urban Air
- Via Pizza
- Xplore Family Fun Center
Emma Clark employees, trustees, and members of their household are not eligible to enter contests/raffles.
Any other questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
ABCMouse now free at home!
ABCmouse is the award-winning early learning resource for math, phonics, reading, and more. Designed by learning experts, your child can practice anytime, anywhere. It has interactive books, educational games, puzzles, and more for ages 2 – 6+.
With your library card, you can now access ABCmouse at home for free! Click Here, choose New York, find Emma S Clark Library in the drop down menu, and then enter your library card’s barcode and your Library PIN or password.
Once you hit submit, you should see a page with the name of your library across the top. This page also contains fields for a name and email so you can make separate ABC Mouse accounts for each child in the household. You can even log in and track your child’s progress.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
Fall & Halloween-Themed Programs for Kids
Candy and some not-so-scary Halloween-themed fun for all ages in our Children’s Department this season:
Life-Sized Candy Land – Friday, October 4, 2024
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Children will travel through the game’s winding trail, while meeting characters (played by teen volunteers) and getting treats. Halloween costumes are encouraged but not required. Games will begin at 10-minute intervals from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. An adult may accompany up to 2 children. Ages 3 – 7 years old with parent/guardian.
Register in-person or by calling 631.941.4080 x.123 for your start time beginning 9/20.
Halloween Scene – Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Skele-brate Halloween by coming to a spook-tacular program!
“Stretch” Your Imagination: Spooky Style – This class has been cancelled.
1:45 – 2:30 p.m.
Movement and stories. Ages 3.5 – 5 years old.
Register here now.
Spooky SLED Bus
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
If you dare, walk through the Suffolk Libraries Community bus, decorated for Halloween. Fun for the whole family. No registration required.
Spooky Rock Painting
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Paint Halloween rocks with acrylic paint. Grades K – 6. No registration required.
Candy Science – Tuesday, October 29, 2024
4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Sweet experiments with candy! Grades K – 2.
Register here starting 10/15
No Oven Needed: Candy Apples on a Stick – Wednesday, October 30, 2024
5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
Use chocolate & toppings to make sliced apples on a stick! Grades K – 6.
Register here starting 10/16
Halloween Parade! – Thursday, October 31, 2024
10:00 – 10:45 a.m. OR 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Join us for a Halloween program and parade in the Library. Ages 18 months – 5 years old with parent/caregiver.
Register for the 10:00 a.m. program here starting 10/17
Register for the 11:00 a.m. program here starting 10/17
Click here to view all children’s programs.
Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org
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