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10 Spooky Reads for Halloween

Halloween is almost here, which means it’s the perfect time to read spine-chilling mysteries or scary stories, and we’ve picked out 10 spooky books to help you get in the spirit! So, grab a blanket, light a fall-scented candle, curl up with one of these titles available to borrow as an ebook or audi...

Young Adult Chills and Thrills

Vampires and monsters and ghouls, oh my! If you’re looking to add some gruesome chills to your fall celebrations, we’ve got some books for you! The fainthearted need not apply, but to all our fellow thrill seekers . . . enjoy at your own risk! <Mwahahaha!>     The Coldes...

Hispanic Heritage Month: Middle Grade

Did you know?  From September 15th through October 15th, South Huntington Public Library takes joy in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to acknowledge and honor the influence, contributions, and culture of Hispanic Americans.  And what better way to recognize this event ...

Hispanic Heritage Month: Picture Books

It’s time to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month!  From September 15th through October 15th, we acknowledge and honor the influence, contributions, and culture of Hispanic Americans.  There are so many ways to recognize this special event.  Maybe you’d like to learn Spanish....

Hispanic Heritage in Young Adult Fiction

Every year from September 15th to October 15th, our country observes National Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing the vast contributions made by Americans whose heritage comes from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.   We hope that you’ll join us in celebrati...

September 22nd is National Voter Registration Day

"Democracy is not a spectator sport" proclaims a flyer distributed by the League of Women Voters. Indeed, the cornerstone of any truly democratic government is free and open public elections - but these don't matter unless you, as a citizen, are an actively involved participant. To play a role in th...

Newspapers and Magazines for Everyone

PressReader is the largest all-you-can-read digital platform of magazines and newspapers where you can discover trusted content from all around the world in more than 60 different languages.  Find publications such as New York Daily News, New York Post, Los Angeles Times, The Gua...

A Tribute to the Ancient Gods: Mythology in YA Lit

A Tribute to the Ancient Gods: Mythology in YA Lit Escape your world by mingling with the gods, courtesy of this collection of young adult books that share the common thread of mythology.   Some of these stories are set entirely in the time of the gods.  Others are modern day ta...

Unmissable Graphic Novels, Part II: 3rd-6th

Welcome to Part II of Unmissable Graphic Novels!  Hopefully by now you know the appeal and worth of graphic novels, the way the images add another level to the storytelling, the fast pace of the action, how the reader must fully engage with the illustrations in order to get every nuance ou...

Health Plan Help Available

If you have experienced changes in your employment and are in need of health coverage, NY State of Health is here for you. You may be eligible to enroll in a quality, affordable health plan for little or no cost. Individuals who lose job-based health insurance should apply within 60 days of losing t...