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Fall 2025 | September–November
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Adult Services


RHPL Offers More Services and Programming by Staying Open After Hours
“RHPL is always trying to find ways to give more, and After Hours Library is a perfect example of how we can enhance library services at little or no cost.” Said Library Director Juliane Morian. “If these programs are successful, we have a chance at investigating more
casual extended hours so everyone can use the library when it’s convenient for them.”
Oct 22 min read


October Spice Club: Sumac (سماق)
This month’s recipes use dried or powdered sumac. The spice comes from the fruit of the Sicilian sumac plant (Rhus coriaria), which is dried and ground. The taste of dried sumac compares to that of a fresh-squeezed lemon. It is sharp and tart with hints of sweetness
Oct 12 min read


Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Partner Support
RHPL strives to meet the needs of everyone in the community and to support those who need it.
Sep 302 min read


Explore Local History with RHPL!
Photo image caption: "Diane Burgeson, librarian with the Rochester Hill[s] Public Library, displays the 300 postcards pertaining to...
Sep 302 min read


RHPL is Looking for Books
A public library is the perfect place to have open, non-judgmental conversations to learn what brings us together, and to challenge what drives us apart.
Sep 292 min read


September Spice Club: Furikake
Furikake is a Japanese seasoning typically served over rice. Blends of furikake vary, but the most common ingredients include nori (dried seaweed), black and/or white sesame seeds, pickled red shiso leaf, and fish flakes. Other mix-ins include salmon, wasabi, or MSG. There are also vegan and vegetarian mixes available.
Sep 12 min read


Meet the Innovative Items Collection, RHPL's Library of Things
Checkout everything you can check out from RHPL's library of things.
Aug 311 min read


A Reimagined RHPL.org
Comment cards, Share your Story submissions, behind the scenes tours, phone calls, emails, face-to-face conversations, RHPL gives you...
Aug 73 min read


What makes a book a beach read?
It’s the height of summer and, for Adult Services, that means serving up the
beach read recommendations left and right. But what actually is a beach read?
Jul 162 min read
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