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YA Reads: Found Family
YA Reads: Found FamilyThere are a lot of holidays that occur in December, and that usually includes more quality time with loved ones, which could mean your biological family or just people who matter to you- whether you’re related to them or not. That makes December the perfect time to dive i...
Coming Soon – November/December 2025: Community Service at the Library
The following community service opportunities are available to SHPL cardholders currently in grades 6-12. Participants must sign up with their own SHPL card in order to receive community service.Community service letters are emailed within 2 weeks after the program.Space may be limite...
Winner of the Guess in a Jar: Sour Patch Kids!
The winner of the YA Library Guess in a Jar: Sour Patch Kids is Sebastian. Sebastian wins the whole jar of Sour Patch Kids. There were 173 Sour Patch Kids in the jar. ...
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Upcoming Events
Candy Cane Taste Test
Dare to taste the unexpected! Sweet? Strange? Totally surprising? We’ve gathered the quirkiest candy cane flavors just for you. Take the taste test challenge and vote for your favorites (and least favorites)!
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Food Allergies
Young Adult Programs
If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven't called to hold your spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons into the program.
Art Club: Jaime Hayon
Art Club is a fun and creative program that spotlights a different artist each week. Kids will learn about various artists and create their own works of art inspired by these artists.
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Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Unattended Child Policy
Please be aware that all children under the age of 11 must have an adult in the building with them at all times including those attending library programs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of all attendees in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.
Game On!
Tweens and Teens are invited to drop into the YA Library to play on a variety of video gaming systems setup with preselected games. This will not be a quiet library night! No registration required.
Cardio Mix Fitness
Get fit or stay fit with instructor Evelyn, who will lead you through various routines, including dance moves, barre and more. There is a $20 fee for this 4-session class.
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Out-of-District Registration
Out of district patrons may register in person or by phone 7 days after registration opens.
Paid Program Waitlist
If the program is filled, please CLICK HERE to add your name to the waiting list.
Lil' Athletes Toddler
Join Lil' Athletes for an introduction to various sports, including soccer and baseball. Register beginning December 20.
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Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Lil' Athletes
Join Lil' Athletes for an introduction to various sports, including soccer, baseball, and lacrosse. Register beginning December 20.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Mad Science: Science of Magic
Is it Magic? No... It’s science! Learn the secrets behind famous magic tricks. Mother Nature has some tricks of her own, and we’d like to show you what’s up her sleeve!
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Children’s Programs
If you can't make a class for which you have registered your child, please contact the Children's Library at (631) 549-4411 ext. 301 and let us know so that we can call a child on the waiting list. If you are more than 5 minutes late for a program and haven’t called to hold your child’s spot, we will assume you are not coming and will allow waiting patrons to attend.
Unattended Child Policy
Please be aware that all children under the age of 11 must have an adult in the building with them at all times including those attending library programs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of all attendees in the event of any unforeseen circumstances.
Kids Flick: Freakier Friday
Tess and Anna discover that lightning may indeed strike twice as they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge. PG, 111 min.