Blog Entries

Snuggle Up With a Chilly YA Book This Winter!

Even though librarians are, at times, something close to magic (or we like to think so), we cannot do anything about the fact that it is officially winter, and the chilly season is upon us.   What we can do, however, is recommend some great books that will make staying comfy inside with...

January 2021 - New Movies & TV Releases

With the holiday season a memory and the hope of a new and more productive 2021, make it a point to sit down with your newly gifted blanket, a hot cup of your favorite beverage and find a television series or a few movies to binge watch during the month of January. Once again, new releases are sl...

Reading in a Winter Wonderland!

No matter what the weather is outside, it’s always just the right temperature inside the worlds of our many fantastic winter-set children’s books!  Whether you’re in the mood for a longer story, a book with plenty of wonderful pictures, or maybe a poem or craft book, we have some great ideas fo...

NEW TITLES COMING SOON - DECEMBER 2020

The latest entry in James Patterson’s true crime books is ready in time to commemorate the 40th anniversary of John Lennon’s assassination. The Last Days of John Lennon, researched from interviews, chronicles Lennon’s final days. In addition, Patterson’s NYPD Red 6 is set to drop in mid-December. ...

December Community Service for Young Adults

Make a phone call (We know, so old fashioned!) to a relative or friend who is safe at home: they will appreciate it! Send us an email of when you talked, who you talked to, and about what (We don't need specific details. “Grandma and I chatted about going to school in the 1950s” is enough). ...

December 2020 - New Movies & TV Releases

As the days become shorter and we find ourselves relegated to our homes, it is the perfect time to catch up on some noteworthy movies and television series. If you have yet to watch an episode of the television series “Yellowstone," Season 3 is being released this month.  Grab the ...

Announcing: 2020 Teens’ Top Ten List!

Every year since 2003, teens around the nation participate in YALSA’s Top Ten list, where they nominate and choose their favorite young adult books from the past year.  The list is always chock full of great reads, with something for every teen to enjoy.  So check the list, and then check ...

Giving Thanks! Grateful for Picture Books

Despite the roller coaster ride this year has been, hopefully you still have plenty to be grateful for.  We at the South Huntington Public Library are grateful for you -- your patience, your support, and your willingness to adjust and embrace the new normal.  We are grateful to work in an ...

Stories for the Spooky Season, Part II: 4th-6th

Let’s face it -- tweens love to be scared, especially if the chills come in the form of a safe, fictional situation that can allow them to experience fear within the safe confines of their homes.  Spooky music, movies, decorations -- they’re all well and good, but nothing beats a good creepy st...

Stories for the Spooky Season, Part I: K-3rd

There’s a chill in the air, darkness seems to creep in earlier every day, and pumpkin spice has taken over every food, beverage, and scented candle around.  That’s right, Autumn has fully arrived!  I, for one, can’t think of a better time to indulge in some hair-raising (or at le...