Events & News at SSCHPL
August 2026
Knitting & Crochet Club
Wednesday, August 5th at 10:15am
Whether you're a beginner or a pro, join us for a cozy, creative session with an expert teacher sharing top tips & tricks. Bring your projects, your questions, and your love for all things yarn!
Chair Yoga
Thursday, August 6th at 12pm
Take a break and join us for a refreshing Chair Yoga session with Those Fitness Chicks! This class is perfect for all levels and offers a gentle way to stretch, build strength, and relax. You’ll leave feeling refreshed, balanced, and empowered. Come recharge with us!
Help Applying For Human Services
Tuesday, August 11th at 1:15pm
A representative from Respond Now will be available to offer guidance and support with your applications. Don't miss this opportunity to get the help you need!
Classic Movie Night: Letty Lynton (1932)
Thursday, August 13th at 5:30pm
Join us for a special screening of Letty Lynton (1932), the legendary pre-Code drama starring Joan Crawford. Long unavailable due to legal issues, this Hollywood classic has only recently returned to public view after nearly a century. Don't miss this rare chance to experience a fascinating piece of film history.
Chair Yoga
Thursday, August 20th at 12pm
Take a break and join us for a refreshing Chair Yoga session with Those Fitness Chicks! This class is perfect for all levels and offers a gentle way to stretch, build strength, and relax. You’ll leave feeling refreshed, balanced, and empowered. Come recharge with us!
Senior Bingo
Thursday, August 27th at 11am
Join us for a fun senior Bingo afternoon filled with games, friendly competition, and great prizes! Enjoy coffee and refreshments while connecting with friends and neighbors.
Meeting Of The Board Of Trustees
Thursday, August 27th at 7pm
Join us for the monthly Board of Trustees meeting where library policies, budget, programs, and future plans are discussed. Stay informed, engaged, and have your voice heard—public input is often welcomed!
Teen Crafternoon
Wednesday, August 5th from 4pm - 5pm
Spend a creative afternoon at the library! Teen Crafternoon is a relaxed, hands-on program where teens can make something fun, try out different materials, and express their creativity. No experience is needed—just bring your imagination.
Pokemon Club
Monday, August 10th from 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hang out with other Pokemon trainers, learn the card game, trade your favorite Pokemon, and do Pokemon-inspired crafts and games.
Family Movie Matinee: Barnyard (2006)
Saturday, August 15th at 2pm
Join us for a moo-velous afternoon celebrating the 20th anniversary of the animated comedy Barnyard! Follow Otis as he learns lessons about friendship, courage, and leadership while protecting the farm. Popcorn will be provided, and you're welcome to bring your favorite snacks!
KABOOM! Science Experiment: Strawberry DNA Lab
Monday, August 17th at 2pm
Become a scientist for the day and extract real DNA from strawberries! Kids will use simple household ingredients to break open strawberry cells and see the strands of DNA hidden inside. This fun, hands-on experiment introduces basic genetics and shows how all living things contain DNA.
Teen Crafternoon
Wednesday, August 19th from 4pm - 5pm
Spend a creative afternoon at the library! Teen Crafternoon is a relaxed, hands-on program where teens can make something fun, try out different materials, and express their creativity. No experience is needed—just bring your imagination.
Art Adventures With Ashleigh
Wednesday, August 24th at 4pm
Explore the artistic world of famous artists and create your own piece inspired by their style.
Messy Play
Wednesday, August 26th at 5:30pm
Babies and toddlers love to get their hands dirty, but cleaning up can be a pain! Come play at the library, where you can leave the mess behind! (All mess is food-safe).
End-of-Summer Bash
Saturday, August 29th from 12pm - 4pm
Paint the parking lot, dance along to music, create crafts, jump rope, etc. Hotdogs, chips and juice while suplies last.
Morning Storytime
Join Miss Betty for Morning Storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, playtime, and plenty of laughter in this fun and engaging program for young children.
Ana's Pick
Judge Stone by James Patterson and Viola Davis
A gripping legal thriller about justice, morality, and the impossible choices that define a community. In the small town of Union Springs, Alabama, Judge Mary Stone is respected for her fairness in the courtroom and her dedication to her family farm. When she is assigned the most controversial case the region has ever seen, the law seems clear—but the ethical consequences are anything but. As tensions rise and the town becomes deeply divided, Judge Stone must risk everything to uphold the principles she believes in, no matter the personal cost.
Ashleigh's Pick
What We Did to Survive by Megan Lally
A fast-paced YA thriller about friendship, secrets, and surviving the unthinkable. Hannah is looking forward to a relaxing spring break in Mexico with her best friend Emmy and her family, but the trip takes an unexpected turn when a private sailing excursion heads into dangerous waters. As a powerful storm approaches, tensions rise and hidden motives begin to surface among the small group onboard. Trapped at sea with no way to escape, Hannah must figure out who she can trust before the deadly voyage claims its next victim.
Betty's Pick
The Surrogate Mother by Freida McFadden
A chilling psychological thriller about desperation, trust, and the secrets hidden behind a perfect promise. After years of heartbreak and failed attempts to become a mother, Abby finally sees hope when her assistant Monica offers to become her surrogate. But as the pregnancy progresses, unsettling events reveal that Monica may not be the person Abby believed her to be. With a dangerous secret threatening to unravel everything, Abby must uncover the truth before the woman carrying her child takes away more than she ever imagined.
Evelyn's Pick
Cult of the Lamb
A quirky action-adventure game about building a following, exploring strange lands, and creating a cult of your very own. As a possessed lamb saved from sacrifice, you must repay your mysterious debt by gathering loyal Followers and establishing a thriving community in a world ruled by false prophets. Balance exploration, resource management, and dungeon-crawling combat as you spread your influence and uncover the secrets of a dark and charming woodland world.
Jessica's Pick
Interstellar: The Search for Extraterrestrial Life and
Our Future in the Stars by Avi Loeb
A fascinating exploration of extraterrestrial life, space exploration, and humanity’s future among the stars. Astrophysicist Avi Loeb examines the search for alien technology, the possibility of first contact, and what it would mean for civilization to become an interstellar species. Loeb explores mysteries like interstellar objects, the search for intelligent life, and the challenges humanity must overcome to reach beyond Earth. This thought-provoking journey asks not only whether we are alone in the universe, but what kind of future we hope to build within it.
Madi's Pick
Change of Plans by Sarah Dessen
A heartfelt coming-of-age story about finding yourself, unexpected connections, and the courage to embrace change. Finley has always been content following someone else’s lead, especially her charismatic boyfriend Colin, until a surprise trip with her distant mother introduces her to a family she never knew she had. While spending the summer at a forgotten family home, Finley discovers new friendships, a complicated past, and a charming musician named Ben who challenges the way she sees herself. As old plans begin to fall apart, Finley must decide who she truly wants to become.
Martha's Pick
Until Midnight by Luanne Rice
A gripping psychological suspense novel about betrayal, secrets, and the shocking truths hidden beneath a perfect wedding. Kate Woodward and Conor Reid’s dream wedding weekend at Rhode Island’s luxurious Ocean House takes a dark turn when an old friend reveals a devastating secret that threatens their future. After the woman is found murdered the next morning, Kate and Conor become entangled in an investigation filled with unanswered questions and dangerous revelations. As suspicion grows, they must uncover the truth before the secrets surrounding them destroy everything they thought they knew.
Melissa's Pick
One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus
A suspenseful YA mystery about secrets, suspicion, and how far people will go to protect their reputations. When five students at Bayview High walk into detention, only four leave alive after Simon, the creator of the school’s notorious gossip app, dies under mysterious circumstances. With Simon planning to reveal damaging secrets about each of them, Bronwyn, Addy, Nate, and Cooper suddenly become the prime suspects. As investigators dig deeper, the four classmates must uncover the truth while questioning who among them is hiding the darkest secret.
Sal's Pick
Little Miss Twain by Shania Twain
The new album from Shania Twain is a heartfelt return to her country roots, blending personal storytelling, nostalgia, and the experiences that shaped her legendary career. Inspired by her childhood and early years as a performer, Little Miss Twain reflects on resilience, identity, and the journey behind the music.
Victor's Pick
Kagurabachi, Vol. 1 by Takeru Hokazono
A thrilling manga series about revenge, magic, and the legacy left behind by a legendary swordsmith. After his father, Kunishige Rokuhira, is murdered and his enchanted blades are stolen, Chihiro Rokuhira sets out on a dangerous quest to recover the lost swords and uncover the truth behind the attack. Armed with his father’s final enchanted blade, Chihiro faces powerful sorcerers and deadly enemies while carrying on the legacy of the man who taught him everything he knows.
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Language Learning & Citizenship Prep Resources
The library now offers all SSCHPL cardholders a free subscription to Pronunciator, a platform where you can study 315 different languages. In addition, patrons studying for the US Citizenship Test can use ProCitizen free with their library card in either English or Spanish.
