As fall begins, you can catch up on the summer blockbusters you might have missed in the theater from the comfort of your own home. Whether you're in the mood for an assassin with the graceful precision of a dancer, a hero who soars through the skies, a terrifying world where giant, prehistoric pred...
The first wave of big fall releases has arrived—and it’s packed with blockbuster thrillers, literary page-turners, and high-profile returns. Whether you’re diving back into the world of Robert Langdon in The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown, heading to boarding school in The Academy by ...
We hope that you’ve been enjoying your summer break, and that your fun activities have included some trips to the library! If part of your plans this season call for some reading time, the list below has some recommended suggestions of great stories for all ages. There’re plenty of other...
Thinking about tracing your roots but don't know where to start? Or maybe your search is under way and you've hit a dead end. Retired librarian PJ will be on hand to show you how you can access free genealogical resources, including Ancestry, through the library and to offer search tips and advice.&...
This month, our shelves are getting an infusion of fresh content for all tastes, from epic fantasy adventures to nostalgic martial arts throwdowns. We're particularly excited to highlight some of the most anticipated releases, including the stunning live-action adaptation of the beloved animated cla...
Summer may be winding down, but our bookshelves are heating up! August brings fresh starts, high-stakes thrillers, and unforgettable adventures—from Fern Michaels’ brand-new beachy mystery series Smuggler’s Cove, to Karin Slaughter’s explosive new small-town suspense We Are All Guilty Here...
Summer is well under way, and hopefully part of your summer plans has included participating in the YA Summer Reading Program, which has the theme of “Color Our World” this year. Just in case you need some inspiration, you could pick up one of these colorfully titled books that are readily ava...
Released on June 20, 1975, Jaws isn't just a thrilling shark movie; it's widely credited with inventing the modern summer blockbuster, forever altering how studios release and market their biggest films. Its iconic score, suspenseful pacing, and unforgettable characters solidified its place in cinem...
Our Adult Summer Reading Challenge is underway! Read 4 books this summer during the challenge period (June 21 - August 16) and receive a limited-edition “Libraries are Life” completion prize. Plus, participate in activities all summer long to earn raffle tickets towards our incredible final prizes. ...
June 21 - August 16 Open to SHPL tweens and teens entering grades 6 -12 in Fall 2025, read any books at your reading level. After you finish reading or listening to a book fill in the log with the Title, author and the number of minutes you spent reading/listening to the book. Log in your minut...
