After careful consideration, Summit Free Public Library joins many other libraries and library systems in discontinuing the Hoopla Digital streaming service as of June 1, 2025. Why is SFPL discontinuing Hoopla Digital? We regularly review our services to ensure we offer the best value and experience for our community. After evaluating digital borrowing growth,...Read More

Dr. Thomas J. Christensen, China foreign policy expert, will visit the Library as the special guest speaker for this month’s Great Decisions discussion group. Great Decisions, is a program of the Foreign Policy Association hosted by the library once a month, where community members discuss the topical issues in world affairs. May’s topic will focus on...Read More

Visit our new Tween collection! We’ve created a new collection of middle school main characters at the beginning of our Middle Grade Fiction section. Each title has a blue TWEEN label on the spine, and contains main characters that are around 12 years old or older. The stories also may have content that is a bit more advanced than our juvenile fiction collection, but...Read More

In 2025, artificial intelligence is no longer an exotic novelty. This constantly evolving technology is quickly becoming an integral part of our lives, leading to many questions about AI itself: What is it? How does it work? What are its advantages and potential pitfalls? While AI promises many benefits, including improved healthcare and personalized education,...Read More

The growing season has begun, and it’s time to join the Little Sprouts Garden Club! Little Sprouts is a STEAM-based program for children in grades K-5 that focuses on cultivating a community garden at the library. Kids and their caregivers work together on a variety of activities, including planting and garden maintenance, hosting an Earth Day event,...Read More

Dear Summit Free Public Library patrons and community members, As we reflect on the year 2024, we are thrilled to share the exciting progress our library has made! Over the past year, we saw a 6% increase in visits, with an average of over 16,000 visits per month. We also welcomed over 18,000 registered cardholders...Read More

The New Year is well underway, and that means it’s time to start preparing tax returns. While this isn’t anyone’s favorite time of the year, the Library has information and resources to make it a little easier. In addition to books explaining tax rules, the Library has free copies of the basic Federal forms: 1040...Read More

For our Teen nights this month, join us for an epic Dungeons & Dragons campaign! Open to 6th – 12th graders, our weekly adventure kicks off on Tuesday, February 4th at 6pm. Dive into a world of magic, monsters and mystery as you create your own characters and embark on unforgettable quests. Whether you’re a seasoned adventure...Read More

Throughout 2024, the Library has collected responses from the community for its five-year plan — through focus groups, surveys, and a retreat — to assess how our services and resources meet your needs and wishes. Our aim was to enhance the quality and user-friendliness of our resources and services while ensuring they remain up-to-date. As...Read More

Improve your child’s handwriting and boost their learning! Children who struggle with letter formation often expend significant mental energy on the mechanics of writing, hindering their ability to focus on creative writing and critical thinking. Our four-week handwriting workshop for children in grades K-5 will teach proper letter formation using modern methods. Each participant receives a pencil...Read More