Emma Clark Library

What Emma Clark Library does

Emma S. Clark Memorial Library is a nonprofit public library founded in 1892, serving the residents of the Three Village Central School District in Setauket (East Setauket), New York. Its 2025 operating budget totals $5,863,228, of which approximately $443,500 is generated from non-tax income and the remainder is funded by property tax appropriations from district residents. The institution is governed by a Board of Trustees and operated under Library Director Theresa Liguori, appointed in December 2025.

The library provides physical and digital lending services through the Suffolk County shared Live-brary catalog and integrates with third-party platforms including Libby/OverDrive (eBooks and audiobooks), Kanopy (streaming video), Hoopla (digital media), Flipster (magazines), Comics Plus, and Beanstack (summer reading tracking). Educational and workforce-development content is delivered through Brainfuse, LinkedIn Learning, Creativebug, Learning Express, Pronunciator, Muzzy, and Universal Class. Specialized services include a Seed Library (free flower, herb, fruit, and vegetable seed packets), Library of Things (loanable non-book items), free museum exploration passes to roughly a dozen regional and New York City museums, discounted attraction tickets, social work services via a Stony Brook University partnership, a Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach, senior bus and homebound delivery services, and on-site veterans history and food drive programming. A Level Up Kitchen Library Café, operated by an external vendor, provides an on-site food and beverage amenity.

The business model is fundamentally tax-funded: library cards are issued free to district residents and renewed every three years, with no subscription fee or membership charge. Ancillary revenue streams include late fees, replacement charges, café sales, branded merchandise (t-shirts $15-$17, hoodies $20-$40, tumblers $20), discounted attraction ticket sales (e.g., Adventureland at $35 versus $51.50 retail), and donations. The institution's customer segments span children and families (K-5), teens and tweens (grades 6-12), adults (18+), and seniors and homebound individuals, with a heavy emphasis on school-district-aligned programming including community service hour support and summer learning loss prevention.

Name

Emma Clark Library

Legal name

Emma S. Clark Memorial Library

Website

https://emmaclark.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1892

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Emma S. Clark Memorial Library is a nonprofit public library founded in 1892 serving Three Village Central School District residents in Setauket, NY, funded by property taxes with a $5.86M 2025 budget and offering physical and digital lending, museum passes, educational platforms, and community programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Library Services

NAICS

Libraries and Archives (51921), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAEAGAC

Public Library Operations & Community Branch Management

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/Library, Media Center & Learning Space Operations

SECONDARYEDAEAGAL

Library User Services & Information Support (Reference, Research Help, Instruction Support)

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/Library, Media Center & Learning Space Operations

SECONDARYEDAMAJAO

Library, Reading Motivation & Independent Reading Programs

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Reading, Writing & Literacy Enrichment

SECONDARYBPAGAHAF

Libraries, Archives & Special Collections

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Arts, Culture & Heritage Nonprofits

Keywords

• Public library services
• Community education programs
• Digital lending platform
• Children's literacy services
• Museum pass programs

Headquarters

HQ city

East Setauket

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Tax Funding: Primary funding source through taxes from Three Village Central School District residents. 2025 Budget totals $5,863,228 with Estimated Income of $443,500.
2. Fines and Fees: Late fees for overdue materials including $1/day for Library of Things, Hotspots, Launchpads (max $10), $10/day for museum passes, replacement costs for lost/damaged items
3. Café Operations: Level Up Kitchen Library Café operated by Chelsea Gomez, offering espresso drinks, refreshers, chai lattes and food items
4. Library Merchandise: Sale of branded merchandise including t-shirts, hoodies, caps, bags, tumblers, bookmarks, and notecards at Circulation Desk
5. Discounted Tickets: Sale of discounted admission tickets to Adventureland ($35), American Museum of Natural History, Long Island Aquarium, and The Adventure Park
6. Donations and Memorial Gifts: Accepts donations and memorial gifts; gifts may be used or discarded at library's discretion

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels9 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Emma Clark Library provides free public library services to Three Village Central School District residents, including lending of physical and digital books/periodicals/audio/eBooks, museum exploration passes, a Seed Library, Library of Things, on-site social work services, a children's and teen programming slate (including the Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award and Summer Reading Challenge), online learning resources (Brainfuse, LinkedIn Learning, Creativebug, language tools), discounted attraction tickets, library merchandise, and an on-site Level Up Kitchen Library Café. Membership is free for district residents upon proof of permanent residence and renews every three years, with most standard lending services operating at no charge.

Product overview

Emma S. Clark Memorial Library is a public library serving the Three Village Central School District in Setauket, NY. The library offers a comprehensive suite of services organized around its core mission of providing informational, educational, and cultural resources. Physical offerings include the Library of Things collection (loanable practical items), Museum Exploration Passes (free/discounted museum access), discounted tickets to local attractions, and a Seed Library program. The library features the Level Up Kitchen Library Café as an on-site amenity. Digital services are delivered through the You.Beyond platform integrating Brainfuse (homework help, job assistance, veteran support), Creativebug (craft videos), Learning Express (test prep), LinkedIn Learning, language learning tools (Muzzy, Pronunciator), and Universal Class (500+ courses). E-content is accessible via Libby/OverDrive (primary eBook platform), Kanopy (streaming video), Hoopla (movies, music, audiobooks), Flipster (magazines), and Comics Plus. Community programs span children's services (including the Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award and Summer Reading Challenge via Beanstack), teen services, adult programming, and outreach including a Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach. The library also offers social work services, veterans history programs, homebound services, and environmental initiatives like the NexTrex Recycling Challenge.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Free Seed Collection (Seed Library) A free collection of flower, herb, fruit, and vegetable seed packets available to Emma Clark Library cardholders, housed in repurposed card catalog furniture with an adjacent Seed Swap Box for community sharing.
• Library of Things A collection of loanable items beyond traditional library materials, allowing patrons to borrow practical items and equipment for home use. Late fee is $1/day up to a maximum of $10.
• Museum Exploration Passes Free and discounted passes to local museums including The Long Island Museum, American Museum of Natural History, Vanderbilt Museum, Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum, Cradle of Aviation Museum, MoMA, AKC Museum of the Dog, LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL Museum, and Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Available to cardholders 18+; $10/day late fee and $50 replacement fee for lost/damaged passes.
• You.Beyond Online Classes Self-paced digital learning portal integrating Brainfuse (homework help, job assistance, veteran support, college admissions), Creativebug (award-winning art and craft video classes), Learning Express (test prep for GED, SAT, PSAT, AP, NCLEX-RN, PRAXIS), LinkedIn Learning (with Lynda.com content, 7 languages), Muzzy (kids' language learning), Pronunciator (language learning), and Universal Class (500+ continuing education courses).
• eBooks, eMagazines, eMusic & Downloads Digital media lending service providing cardholders with access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, music and movies through Libby/OverDrive (primary platform via Suffolk County shared Live-brary), Kanopy (streaming video), Hoopla (movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, TV shows with no wait), Flipster (digital magazines), and Comics Plus (unlimited access to digital comics, graphic novels, and manga 24/7).
• Social Work Service On-site social work services provided in partnership with Stony Brook University's School of Social Welfare, including youth and family therapy resources, teen crisis hotlines, and connections to community services including food pantries and soup kitchens.
• Free Seed Collection Free seed packets (flower, herb, fruit, vegetable) freely available to cardholders, limited to 3 packets per week, located between Adult Reference Desk and Café.
• Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach Seasonal take-a-book leave-a-book structure at West Meadow Beach, made from recycled materials, operating May through September. No library card required; open to all beach visitors.
• Level Up Kitchen Library Café On-site café operated by Chelsea Gomez's Level Up Kitchen, offering espresso drinks, iced refreshers, chai lattes, and food items. Hours M-F 10:30am-7pm, Sat 9am-4:30pm, Sun 10am-4:30pm. Features flower box partitions, pendant lighting, and updated flooring.
• Senior Bus Service Transportation service providing seniors access to the library for those unable to drive or arrange their own transportation.
• Homebound Services Library materials and services delivered to patrons who are unable to visit the library in person due to mobility or health limitations.
• Meeting Rooms / Office Equipment Reserved meeting spaces and office equipment available for community use and library programs, bookable through [email protected].
• Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award Annual creative writing and illustration contest celebrating the work of children and teens in the Three Village community. Recognized by the library annually since 2014 (12th annual in 2026).
• Summer Reading Challenge Annual reading incentive program with prizes and raffle entries for completing book reviews, including the Adult Summer Reading Challenge. Managed through the Beanstack platform (web and mobile app); engages hundreds of community members annually with prizes donated by local businesses.
• Kids Programs Educational and recreational programs for children including the Summer Reading Challenge, dinosaur-themed events, craft activities, community service opportunities, drop-in events, and kids community service offerings (including a Hobbs Farm trip).
• Teen & Tween Services Programs and services for teenage patrons (grades 6-12) including volunteer opportunities, educational workshops, and special events such as the Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Contest.
• Discounted Tickets Discounted admission tickets to Adventureland ($35, regular $51.50), American Museum of Natural History, Long Island Aquarium, and The Adventure Park, available for purchase at the Circulation Desk.
• Contactless Front Door Pick Up Curbside pickup service allowing patrons to collect reserved library materials without entering the building.
• Book Discussion Groups Regular book discussion programs facilitated by librarians (e.g., Emma Yohannan), enabling community members to engage in literary conversation, often coordinated with museum partnership programming.
• Veterans History Project Collection and preservation of veterans' personal narratives and historical documents, supporting the broader Library of Congress Veterans History Project.
• Technology Help Assistance with technology-related questions and device troubleshooting for library patrons, particularly supporting seniors and homebound individuals.
• NexTrex Recycling Challenge Ongoing plastic film recycling collection in collaboration with Suffolk Library System; in 2025 the community collected 2,092 pounds of plastic film, exceeding the 1,000-pound goal and earning a free bench made from recycled materials.
• Food Drive Annual summer food collection initiative running June 1 through August 16, supporting local food pantries and addressing food insecurity in the community.
• Philip Groia Global Studies Collection Specialized research collection focused on global studies and international topics, available to cardholders as part of the library's reference holdings.
• Local Authors Collection Collection featuring works by local authors from the Three Village community, supporting regional literacy and authors.
• Library Merchandise Sale of branded merchandise including t-shirts (Adult $17, Youth $15), hoodies ($20-$40), caps ($20), tumblers ($20), bookmarks, notecards ($10), and bags at the Circulation Desk.
• Culper Spy Ring Website Interactive website about the Culper Spies from Setauket who helped General George Washington win the American Revolution, featuring an interactive map, recommended reading, and external links.

Quantifiable outcome

• Community recycling impact: 2,092 pounds of plastic film recycled in 2025, earning a free bench from NexTrex
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration18 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Three Village Historical SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 October 2025First library to purchase new museum pass for free admission. Partnership includes tote bag, tickets, gift card, and books for Summer Reading raffle prizes.
• The Long Island MuseumcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 July 2025Collaborative America 250 programming including Meet the Author events, museum tours, and book discussions. Partnership includes free passes for library cardholders and joint exhibition programming.
• Long Island Library Resources CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2025Digitization grant funding for scanning Three Village Herald newspapers (1954-1989) into New York Historic Newspapers database.
• LT Michael P. Murphy Navy SEAL MuseumminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 January 2025Recently added museum pass providing free admission to this museum.
• Stony Brook University School of Social WelfarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 September 2023Partnership to provide social work services at the library. Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare interns provide youth and family therapy resources, teen crisis hotlines, and connections to community services including food pantries and soup kitchens.
• Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame MuseumminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2023Added to library's museum pass collection, providing free admission passes for cardholders.
• AKC Museum of the DogminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 January 2023Added to museum pass collection, offering free admission to dog lovers.
• Suffolk Library SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Collaboration on NexTrex Community Recycling Challenge. Suffolk Library System coordinates county-wide recycling initiatives with participating libraries.
• Town of Brookhaven (West Meadow Beach)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2016Partnership to host Little Free Library at West Meadow Beach under the pavilion. Library provides and maintains the structure made from recycled materials for beach visitors.
• Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk CountyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides gardening resources, seed information, and educational programming including All About Hydrangeas classes and marine education programs for children.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Middle Country Public Library: Larger Suffolk County public library system serving the Middle Country Central School District; comparable funding model and service breadth but at greater scale, often cited as a regional benchmark for community programming and innovation.
• Smithtown Public Library: Public library serving the Smithtown Central School District on Long Island, offering comparable book lending, digital resources, museum passes, and community programming to a similarly sized suburban district. Directly comparable in funding model (school district tax-based) and service scope.
• Comsewogue Public Library: Suffolk County public library in Port Jefferson Station serving a comparable suburban community with similar mix of physical lending, digital platforms, children's/teen programs, and community partnerships.
• Longwood Public Library: Suffolk County public library in Middle Island serving a comparable suburban district population with similar service mix including digital lending, programs for all ages, and community partnerships.
• Patchogue-Medford Library: Suffolk County public library serving the Patchogue-Medford School District with a similar mix of traditional lending, digital resources, and community programming; comparable association-library funding structure.
• Cold Spring Harbor Library: Small Long Island public library in a similarly affluent North Shore community, operating under a comparable association-style governance model with similar program offerings for children, teens, and adults.
• Northport-East Northport Public Library: Long Island public library serving a similar suburban school-district catchment with comparable collections, digital lending, children's programming, and museum-pass services. Closest geographic peer to Emma Clark within northern Suffolk County.
• Port Jefferson Free Library: Historic Long Island public library in Port Jefferson, very close geographic peer to Emma Clark serving a comparable affluent suburban community with similar programming, museum passes, and digital lending model.

Broad incumbents

• New York Public Library: Largest public library system in the United States serving Manhattan, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Broad incumbent offering the same core library services at vastly greater scale; relevant for understanding strategic service evolution that may eventually trickle down to suburban libraries like Emma Clark.
• Brooklyn Public Library: Large public library system serving Brooklyn with extensive programming, digital lending, and community services. Operates at much larger scale but in the same public library category with comparable programming innovation patterns.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Funding overview

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