Sachem Public Library
July 2026 newsletter

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Summer Reading Club: Unearth a Story

Last day to return reading log is Friday, August 14

Congratulations to Our Scholarship Winners!

The two college-bound seniors selected by the Friends of Sachem Public Library to receive the $500 annual scholarship awards are:
Alyssa Tappin – Sachem North
Johnny Medina – Sachem North

Outdoor Concert: Just Sixties

Sponsored by Suffolk County Legislators Nick Caracappa and Anthony Piccirillo
Friday, July 17 7:00pm
Get your wristband and claim your spot starting at 5:00pm. Bring your own lawn chair and snacks.

Sachem: Then and Now

View community maps from 110 years ago on our website. Choose an area to visit and snap a photo. Email photos to: programs [at] sachemlibrary [dot] org

Operation Safe Child ID Cards

Friday, July 17 11:00am-2:00pm
Sponsored by NYS Assemblyman Doug Smith & The Suffolk County Sheriff
If ever needed, this ID will give authorities vital information to assist their efforts to locate a missing child such as physical characteristics.

Adults

In-Person Programs
Registration is required and ongoing unless otherwise noted.

Did you know…

It’s the 250^th anniversary of our country! Look for the *250^th label in our plain text newsletter throughout this year for programs and services that celebrate our great nation

Knee Pain Relief with Panetta Physical Therapy

Thursday, July 2 11:00am
Join the Doctors of Physical Therapy from Panetta Physical Therapy for an informative workshop focused on the most common causes of knee pain, including arthritis, meniscus injuries, ligament strain, and more.

Yoga in the Garden

Mondays, July 6, 13, 20 & 27 6:00pm Fee $20
Registration begins at 9:30am Wednesday, June 24 online or by phone only. Payment by cash, check, or credit card within 3 days, or your reservation will be cancelled. Fees are non-refundable. Adult Sachem cardholders only.

Feathered Family Fun: Summer’s LI Nesting Birds

Friday, July 10 1:00pm
Using fun facts and photos, Dianne Taggart, long time LI birder, will tell us all about the amazing nesting birds of LI.

New York State Security Guard Certification Class with LIEOC

Saturdays, July 11, July 18, July 25 & August 1 9:30am-5:00pm
See the Welcome Desk for registration information.

All the President’s Men

Monday, July 13 7:00pm
Join film historian Larry Wolff as we celebrate 50 years of All the President’s Men, a classic filled with tension, suspense, and foreboding.

Mobile Office Hours with NYS Senator Dean Murray

Tuesday, July 21 5:00pm-7:00pm
By appointment only. Please call his office to schedule: 631-360-3356.

Sound Bath

Tuesday, July 21 7:00pm
Experience a relaxing sound bath with crystal singing bowls. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. See Express Yourself box for registration information.

The Making of Yankee Doodle Dandy

Friday, July 24 11:00am
Relive the backstory of James Cagney’s Oscar-winning portrayal of George M. Cohan in Yankee Doodle Dandy with lecturer Sal St. George.

All Ages Art Club

Friday, July 24 2:30pm
This intergenerational art club is open to all. Art supplies provided. No registration required.

250th Tea Party **250*^th

Saturday, July 25 1:00pm
Join us for a 250th tea party with sandwiches, desserts, music, and activities. Limited to adult Sachem cardholders. Registration begins Monday, June 8 at 9:30am.

America’s Love for the Open Road **250*^th

Monday, July 27 1:00pm
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, we are highlighting classic road trip songs of the 1950s and 60s.

Estate Planning 101

Monday, July 27 7:00pm
Join attorney, Kathleen Rose, for this seminar on creating wills, trusts, health care proxies, powers of attorney, and more.

Adults with Special Needs
Decorate a Flag Cake **250*^th

Friday, July 24 12:00pm
In honor of the 250th birthday of the USA, join Doreen to decorate your own individual flag cake and play some USA trivia.

In the Gallery

Richard Kanter

Display Case

Spinning Study Group of Long Island

On-Your-Own Train Trip to NYC

Saturday, July 18 9:31am $11.25 round trip (non-refundable)
Meet at the Ronkonkoma station no later than 9:15am and ride together into Penn Station on the 9:31am train. Return any time that day. Call the Welcome Desk for availability. Non-refundable tickets must be purchased in advance per person over the age of 5. Tickets are available on first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Join the Friends!

Find an application online or at the Welcome Desk.

English Help

Zoom Basic English with Doris

Tuesdays 7:15pm
Register anytime at sachem.librarycalendar.com.

Zoom English Conversation Group

Wednesdays 10:30am
Email programs {at] sachemlibrary [dot] org to get the Zoom link.

In-Person Cooking

Registration begins at 9:30am Wednesday, June 24 online or by phone only. Payment by cash, check, or credit card within 3 days, or your reservation will be cancelled. Fees are non-refundable. Adult Sachem cardholders only.

Summer Food Cookie Decorating with Morgan

Monday, July 20 5:00pm OR 7:00pm Fee $5
Caked by Morgan will teach the art of cookie decorating with royal icing. Each patron will take home five iced cookies in the shape of various summer foods.

Long Island Seafood Chowder with Cornell Cooperative Extension

Tuesday, July 28 6:00pm Fee $5
The Cornell Cooperative Extension will highlight local seafood and demonstrate a chowder using porgy and squid, along with fresh produce.

Monthly In-Person Adult Programs

Registration is not required unless otherwise noted.

Open Play Mahjong & Cards

Mondays 9:30am-2:30pm
Drop in with your friends and play mahjong or cards. Bring your own supplies.

Art Encounter

Wednesdays 11:00am-1:30pm
Led by artist Tobio. Bring your own supplies and create.

Italian Language & Culture

Wednesdays 12:00pm

Walking Club at Raynor Beach County Park

Thursday, July 2 10:00am
Meet us for an hour-long walk. Please register.

Bunco Time!

Wednesday, July 8 2:00pm
Play Bunco in a casual setting. Registration begins at 9:30am Wednesday, June 24 online or by phone only. Adult Sachem cardholders only.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Friday, July 10 & 17 5:30pm-8:30pm
Adult adventurers are invited to play D&D with Quest Masters Guild. Please register.

Meditation & Reiki Healing in the Garden

Friday, July 10 & 24 6:00pm
John Reiki Master Michele Cayea for a guided meditation and Reiki healing experience.

Crochet for Charity

Saturday, July 11 10:00am-12:00pm
Bring your own hooks and yarn to crochet items that will be donated to local charities. Email crochetforcharity [at] att [dot] net with questions.

Saturday Morning Board Games

Saturday, July 11 10:00am-12:00pm
Play board games like Settlers of Catan and Telestrations with Marc.

Quilters Sew-In

Saturday, July 11 10:00am-3:00pm
Share your ideas with others and work on your projects.

Writer’s Workshop

Tuesday, July 14 6:45pm
Come down for line-by-line critiquing and learn new writing techniques.

Picture This!

Thursday, July 16 10:00am
Topic: “Textures”
Robert Silvering shares tips to help sharpen your photo skills.

Knit & Crochet

Thursday, July 16 12:00pm- 1:30pm

Bingo

Friday, July 17 2:00pm

Ukulele Jam Session

Saturday, July 18 10:00am – 12:00pm

News & Views

Monday, July 20 10:30am
Discuss hot topics with local resident Peter Hanson.

Socrates Café

Tuesday, July 21 7:00pm
TOPIC: “How can the U.S. balance border security and national safety with the humanitarian and economic benefits of immigration, while upholding the rule of law?”
Exchange ideas and engage in the Socratic practice of questioning, led by local resident Charles Payret.

Chess Meetup

Saturday, July 25 10:00am-12:00pm
Drop in for friendly chess matches moderated by Local resident Karthi. All levels welcome. Chess sets will be available, or you may bring your own.

Bards Poetry Night

Monday, July 27 7:00pm

Defensive Driving

Call the Welcome Desk for dates and information.

One-on-One Services

Dementia Awareness

Thursday, July 9 2:00pm-4:00pm
Table hosted by the Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Caregiver Support Initiative

Stony Brook Colon Cancer Awareness

Friday, July 10 10:00am-12:00pm
Stop by to learn about resources available to you.

Medicaid Enrollment

Monday, July 13 & 27 1:00pm-3:30pm
Representatives from the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council: Services for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled, will provide Medicaid enrollment assistance/general help to adults and children who are disabled/blind and anyone over the age of 65.

Veterans Benefits Assistance

Friday, July 31 10:00am-12:30pm
Visit the Welcome Desk to make an appointment and receive your intake form. A representative from the NYS Dept. of Veterans Services will guide veterans on available state and federal benefits.

NYS of Health Enrollment Assistance

Wednesday, July 22 11:00pm –5:00pm
Meet with a certified Health Care Navigator from Health & Welfare Council of Long Island to help apply/renew your health insurance plans through NYS Health Marketplace.

NARCAN Training & Kits with Phoenix House

No table this month.

Medicare Counseling & Senior Advocate

Call the Welcome Desk for dates and information.

Notary Public

Call to make an appointment.

Drop-In Career Coaching

No meeting this month.

Express Yourself

Whale Sand Art

Wednesday, July 1 6:00pm Materials fee $10

3D Felted Turtle

Monday, July 6 6:00pm Materials fee $5

Paper Quilled Fossil

Tuesday, July 14 5:00pm Materials fee $5

Painting with Coffee

Wednesday, July 22 6:30pm Materials fee $5

In-Person Film Showings
Thursday Movies

The Patriot **250*^th

July 2 1:30pm & 6:00pm
When a sadistic British officer murders his son, an otherwise peaceful farmer is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution. (2000, Rated R – 2 hours 45 minutes)

Wuthering Heights

July 9 1:30pm & 6:00pm
A passionate and tumultuous love story set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, exploring the intense and destructive relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw. (2026, Rated R – 2 hours 16 minutes)

I Can Only Imagine 2

July 16 1:30pm & 6:00pm
The lead singer of MercyMe, faces a personal crisis at the peak of his success. As his world unravels, he struggles with his beliefs and inner demons while seeking a path through adversity. (2026, Rated PG 1 hour 50 minutes)

Reminders of Him

July 23 1:30pm & 6:00pm
After prison, a woman attempts to reconnect with her young daughter, but faces resistance from everyone except a bar owner with ties to the child. Based on the book by Colleen Hoover. (2026, Rated PG-13 – 1 hour 54 minutes)

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert

July 30 1:30pm & 6:00pm
Follows Elvis Presley, featuring never-before-seen footage and recordings. (2025, Rated PG-13 – 1 hour 36 minutes)

Reel Rebels: Film Discussion Group
It Was Just an Accident

July 7 6:00pm
What begins as a minor accident in Iran, sets in motion a series of escalating consequences. In Persian with English subtitles. (2025, Rated PG – 1 hour 43 minutes)

Saturday Foreign Film
Tampopo

Saturday, July 11 1:30pm
After a milk truck driver tells the owner of a noodle shop the ugly truth about her cooking, they depart in search of the perfect noodle recipe. (Japanese, 1985, Not Rated – 1 hour 54 minutes)

Book Discussions
At the Library

Murder Among Friends

How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin
Thursday, July 16 4:00pm

Afternoon Book Discussion

The Names by Florence Knapp
Thursday, July 23 12:30pm

America’s Best Historians

Valiant Ambition: George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution by Nathaniel Philbrick
Monday, July 27 3:00pm

Zoom Book Discussion

TNT (20 & 30-SOMETHINGS)
Heart the Lover by Lily King
Friday, July 10 7:30pm

Offsite Groups

Sip n’ Silence

Thursday, July 9 10:00am
Roller Coasta Coffee, 769 Horseblock Road, Farmingville
Bring your current read to Roller Coasta Coffee for an hour of silent reading time with a complimentary café drink. Registration begins at 9:30am on Wednesday, June 24 online or by phone only. Adult Sachem cardholders only.

PUB FICTION @ SHENNANIGANS

228 Hawkins Ave, Lake Ronkonkoma
Monday, July 27 5:30pm OR 7:30pm
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
Registration is required and begins on Tuesday, June 16 at 9:30am. Limited to adult Sachem cardholders.

Live on ZOOM!

Baseball’s Best Battery

Wednesday, July 1 7:00pm
Award winning sports writer Hal Bock will talk about two Hall of Famers who formed baseball’s best pitcher-catcher battery.

Tracing Your Revolutionary War Ancestors

Wednesday, July 8 7:00pm
Learn the secrets to joining lineage societies and claiming your connection to the USA’s founding generation.

Estate Planning and Long-term Care

Wednesday, July 15 7:00pm
Robert Martino from SteadWise Wealth Advisors will give tips and tricks for estate planning and long-term care.

Arthritis Exercise with Eden

Tuesdays 10:30am

Virtual Author Talks

Small Towns and Big Secrets: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Karin Slaughter

Tuesday, July 14 7:00pm
International and New York Times Bestselling Author of Pretty Girls, the Will Trent series, and The Good Daughter.

Migrant Heart: The Hidden Cost of the American Dream and Healing Through Storytelling with Reyna Grande

Thursday, July 16 2:00pm
Award-Winning and Bestselling Author of The Distance Between Us and A Dream Called Home.

Dragons, Castles, and an Irresistible Princess Bent on Revenge with Katherine Rundell

Thursday, July 30 2:00pm
International Bestselling and Award-Winning Author of Impossible Creatures, 2024 Author of the Year.

Database of the Month
Fold 3®

Discover premier collections of original military records including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served in the military. Records come from the U.S. National archives, The National Archives of the U.K. and other international records.

8th Annual Farmingville Flicks Series

Sponsored by the Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce, Local Church, and Sachem Public Library
Location: Local Church, 1070 Portion Road, Farmingville
Free – Open to All – Movies Begin at Dusk
Monday, July 6: GOAT (2026)
Monday, July 13: Lilo & Stich (2025)
Monday, July 20: Zootopia 2 (2025)

Free Museum Entry and Discount Tickets

Museum Passes

Free admission to area museums, parks, and cultural institutions! Reserve your museum pass online, by phone, or in person at the Welcome Desk. This month, explore the New York Transit Museum. Celebrating 50 years, the museum displays historical artifacts of the New York City subway, bus, and commuter rail systems.

Discount Area Attraction Tickets

Contact the Welcome Desk for details on purchasing discount tickets. Pricing and availability subject to change.
Adventureland $35
Bronx Zoo $31.50
CM Performing Arts Center 20% off
The Gateway Playhouse 40% off
Long Island Aquarium $29.50 Child/Senior – $41.50 Adult
Museum of Natural History $10
Splish Splash $44.99
Viking Fleet Whale Watching $75 Adults – $30 Children

Christmas in July Toy Drive

Support the Town of Brookhaven INTERFACE Youth Bureau’s collection efforts by donating a new toy in our lobby during the month of July.

This Month on YouTube

Video posting dates listed below program title.

Reading with Bernadette: Best Books to Celebrate the 250th Anniversary

Wednesday, July 1

Notable Women with Ron Brown: Helen of Troy

Wednesday, July 15

TEENS

Registration begins Friday, June 12 at 9:30am. Register online, by phone or in person with your teen library card. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

Sachem Teen Volunteers

Additional opportunities available online at sachemlibrary.org Teen Volunteers page.

Patriotic Chalk Your Walk (At Home) **250*^th

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States by decorating your walkway with colorful, patriotic chalk art! Register on the Teen Volunteer webpage to receive project guidelines.

Garden Guardians

Thursday, July 9 AND/OR July 23 6:00pm-7:30pm
Maintain our Community Garden by weeding, watering, pruning, and harvesting. In the event of inclement weather, program will be held indoors.

Lego Club Helpers

Friday, July 10 6:45pm-8:15pm
Work with children to build with LEGOS.

Baby Shower Bundles

Monday, July 13 4:00pm-5:00pm
Create baby-themed items for Pronto’s Baby Shower program.

Patio Planners

Thursday, July 16 (Wooden Spoon Flowers) AND/OR 30 4:00pm-5:00pm
Design and maintain the outdoor patio space. Dress for the outdoors.

Chess Buddies

Saturday, July 18 10:45am-12:15pm
Play chess with a younger buddy. Volunteers must know the rules of chess and how to play the game.

Craft Buddies

Thursday, July 23 2:45pm-4:15pm
Work with elementary school students on a simple craft project.

Mutt-i-Grees Club: All About Turtles

Thursday, July 23 6:00pm-7:00pm
Quogue Wildlife Refuge teaches all about turtles, terrapins, and tortoises. Must be a member of Muttigrees @ Home to participate.

One Night Ultimate Werewolf

Thursday, July 2 3:00pm-4:00pm
Deduce truth from lies and discover who among your group is a werewolf!

Life is Better at the Beach Door Hanger

Tuesday, July 7 3:00pm-4:00pm
Use paint, sand, and shells to create a summer themed sign!

Minecraft: Island Survival

Tuesday, July 7 6:00pm-7:30pm
Embark on a deserted tropical island challenge where you’ll hunt for food and fend off wild creatures.

Marinated and Stuffed Roma Tomatoes

Wednesday, July 8 3:00pm-4:00pm
Join Chef Rob to make this delicious healthy snack!

Paint Party: Warm Summer Sunset

Wednesday, July 8 6:30pm-8:00pm
Paint a beautiful lighthouse sunset scene.

Neha’s Bolly Beats

Thursdays, July 9 & 16 6:00pm-7:00pm
Learn the basics of Bollywood dance while grooving to hit songs and blending soft, high-energy moves.

Dungeons & Dragons
FOR HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12
Friday, July 10 AND/OR July 24 5:30pm-8:30pm
FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Grades 6-8
Friday, July 17 5:30pm-8:30pm
Adventurers of all skill levels are invited to play Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition run by the Quest Masters Guild.

Road to College

Tuesday, July 14 2:00pm-3:00pm
Dr. Kellie Coppi, CEP will discuss college prep planning for 9-12th grade, with a special focus on 11th-12th graders. Parents and teens welcome.

Sushi Go!

Tuesday, July 14 4:00pm-5:00pm
Attempt to make the best Sushi dishes in this fast-playing card game. Hosted by Sachem Teen Leaders.

Edison Bot Coding (series)

Create a Sketch

Tuesday, July 14 6:30pm-7:30pm
Use block coding to program a robot car to drive and make its own artwork.

Song & Dance

Tuesday, July 28 6:30pm-7:30pm
Learn to block code a robot car to perform its own song and dance choreography!

Wilderness Survival Basics

Wednesday, July 15 6:00pm-7:00pm
Explore what to do before a trip, what matters most in the first 24 hours, and how to build toward longer-term safety if rescue is delayed.

Teen Chess Club

Fridays, July 17 AND/OR July 31 2:30pm-4:00pm
All skill levels are invited to play, learn strategies, and enjoy some friendly competition. Hosted by Sachem Teen Leaders.

Hydraulic Challenge

Monday, July 20 3:00pm-4:00pm
Use the power of fluid to learn about hydraulics and controlled motion.

Minecraft: Pirate Quest

Tuesday, July 21 6:00pm-7:30pm
Navigate treacherous waters, dodge cannonballs, and board enemy vessels to claim victory.

Summer Fun Ribbon Wreath

Wednesday, July 22 3:00pm-4:00pm
Create a ribbon wreath with fun Summer embellishments!

Crustless Apple Crumb Pie **250*^th

Wednesday, July 22 6:30pm-7:30pm
Celebrate America’s birthday with Chef Rob and this ready to bake classic treat!

Gravity Falls Marathon

Friday, July 24 12:00pm-4:00pm
Watch Gravity Falls and eat themed snacks! No registration required.

Pre-Licensing

Saturday, July 25 9:30am-2:00pm Fee $65
Take this five-hour course required by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Need learner’s permit with photo ID for class. Interim paper permits not accepted.

Studio T: Cricut Crafts: Summer Lanterns

Monday, July 27 2:00pm-3:30pm
Use the Cricut to decorate a lantern with colorful vinyl designs!

States of Matter: Chemistry Concoctions

Tuesday, July 28 3:00pm-4:00pm
Differentiate between solids, liquids, and gases. Make polymer “Phlubber” and experiment to produce ice cream.

Paint Party: Underwater Sea Turtle

Wednesday, July 29 3:00pm-4:30pm
Paint a calming underwater sea life scene.

Anime Night: Summer Sports

Wednesday, July 29 7:00pm-8:00pm
Create a summer anime themed craft while watching a sports anime!

A Day at Hogwarts Harry Potter Celebration

Friday, July 31

Potions Class: Glitter Potions

2:00pm-3:00pm
Mix up colorful glitter potions with custom labels and decorate a potions journal.

Transfiguration Class: Wands and Wizard Hats

3:30pm-4:30pm
Transform ordinary craft supplies into your own magical wand and wizard hat!

History of Magic Class: Harry Potter Trivia

5:00pm-6:00pm
Put your knowledge to the test with Harry Potter Kahoot trivia!

Harry Potter Pizza & a Movie

6:00pm-8:30pm
Enjoy pizza as we watch Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.

‘N’ Snack Series

Drop into desTEENation to enjoy crafts and snacks! No registration required.

Paint ‘N’ Snack

Wednesday, July 1 2:00pm-5:00pm

Beads ‘N’ Snack

Wednesday, July 15 2:00pm-5:00pm

Fabric Art ‘N’ Snack

Tuesday, July 21 2:00pm-5:00pm

desTEENation Friday Nights

Photo Keychains

Friday, July 10

Hamilton Sing Along

Friday, July 17

Fairy Light Jars

Friday, July 24

Harry Potter Pizza & a Movie

Friday, July 31

Fridays @home

Summer Dreamcatcher

July 10
Registrants can pick up a supply kit beginning Wednesday, July 8.

DIY Glass Stone Magnets (YouTube)

July 24
In this video tutorial, lean how to make your own themed magnets.

CHILDREN

Registration begins Thursday, June 18 at 9:30am. Register online or by phone. Check the children’s events calendar for all our program offerings. Children who are district residents MUST have a Sachem Library card to register for programs. View complete Children’s programs listings here.

Dinosaur Yoga (Ages 2-5 with Caregiver)

Wednesday, July 1 10:00am OR 11:00am
Come stretch, relax, and find the Zen with Miss Sara and friends.

Baby Beach Blast (Ages 3-15 months with Caregiver)

Monday, July 6 10:00am OR 11:00am
Enjoy summer-themed music, rhymes, and movement.

Art Studio: Draw Comics and Graphic Novels (Grades 1-5)

Monday, July 13 10:00am OR 11:00am
Get pro tips from the artists who created Dog Man, Lunch Lady and New Kid as you create and draw your own comic super-character.

Sachem Survivor (Families with Children Grades K-5)

Wednesday, July 22 6:30pm
Inspired by the hit show Survivor, this action-packed program invites families to team up and compete in a series of exciting challenges for a chance to be the sole survivor.

Storytime with Moana (Ages 2-8 with Caregiver)

Saturday, July 25 10:00am OR 11:00am
Meet the wave princess and share a story with us.

Discovery Grove

View complete Discovery Grove calendars here.

Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt (Entering Grades K-3)

Tuesday, July 7 10:00am OR 11:00am
Hunt for dinosaurs in Discovery Grove by following your list and finding your favorite extinct reptiles.

Baby Nature Play (Under 24 Months with Caregiver)

Friday, July 10 10:00am
Enjoy the fresh air while exploring our outdoor classroom. Rain or shine.

Bedazzled Branches (Families with Children Entering Grades 1-5)

Thursday, July 16 6:30pm
Take a rustic tree branch, wrap with yarn and embellish with everything from pompoms to beads to create a nature-friendly work of art.

Water Play in Discovery Grove

Friday, July 17
10:00am (Under 24 months with Caregiver)
11:30am (Ages 2-4 with Caregiver)
Put on your bathing suit and be ready to get wet. Bring a towel. Siblings welcome, please register them. Rain or shine.

Paper Making (Entering Grades 4 & 5)

Tuesday, July 21 10:00am OR 11:30am
Join Mike from Forgotten Skillz for a hands-on papermaking workshop exploring the history and technology of paper making using recycled fibers. Each child will go home with their own hand-made paper sheets.

Dinosaur Habitat Play (Ages 2-4 with Caregiver)

Friday, July 31 10:00am OR 11:30am
Create an environment for a dinosaur that you can play with. Siblings welcome, please register them. Rain or shine.

The Studio

Studio classes are limited to adult Sachem cardholders and the name of the patron attending must match the library card used to register for that class. Registered adults may be accompanied by a teen age 16 or above. Register online or by phone Wednesday, June 17 at 9:30am. Registration limited to one program per patron for the first week of registration (including waitlists). You may register for additional classes beginning Tuesday, June 23 at 9:30am. Attendance at Studio classes is required to obtain class materials. In Person Classes. Registration required. Expanded descriptions on online library calendar.

LED Firework

Thursday, July 2 4:30pm OR 6:30pm Materials Fee $10
Create an animated LED firework display using LED strips, 3D printed parts, and wooden/metal forms. Estimated size of a 40-inch diameter display made to mount on a 5-foot-tall form.

DIY Bike Repairs

Thursday, July 9 7:00pm
Learn to perform basic repairs and tune-ups to get your bike ready for the road or trail.

Cricut Cyanotype

Saturday, July 11 10:00am Materials Fee $5
Using Cricut Design Space and Maker, learn how to design and create a light-sensitive silhouette image.

Modern Indoor Planter

Saturday, July 11 11:00am Materials Fee $10
Learn about modern sustainable farming techniques and build your modern indoor planter to take home.

Summer Themed Coasters

Monday, July 13 6:00pm Materials Fee $5
Design and engrave a pair of custom coasters with Arooj.

Summer Themed Engraved Glass

Wednesday, July 15 6:00pm Materials Fee $5
Create a design to be engraved on a pair of drinking glasses with Arooj.

DIY Travel Corn Hole Set

Thursday, July 16 4:30pm OR 6:30pm Materials Fee $10
Build your own 1’x2′ wooden corn hole set using power tools during this beginner-friendly project.

Sashiko Visible Mending

Saturday, July 18 10:00am
Learn to decorate and repair clothes using embroidery techniques.

Take & Make: Modern Indoor Planter

Monday, July 20 10:00am Materials Fee $10
Take home materials to make your own modern indoor planter to grow plants in a unique way.

Edit Your Summer Photos with Adobe Photoshop

Friday, July 24 6:30pm
Learn the basics of photo editing in a beginner-friendly introduction to Adobe Photoshop. Bring your own photo and follow along as you improve lighting, fix colors, and remove small distractions.

Software, Coding & Technology Education

Register online, in person, or by phone beginning Tuesday, June 16 at 9:30am. Seating is limited to district residents only, until the day prior to the scheduled class.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, July 21 3:00pm

Holiday Closings

Friday, July 3 – Observed in Celebration of America 250th
Saturday, July 4 – Independence Day

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