📰 The Bookmark | August Edition

🌞 A Summer to Remember

We've officially closed the chapter on our "Unearth a Story" Summer Reading Program, and what an unforgettable journey it has been!

From June through August, the Forest Hill Library District welcomed hundreds of families who joined us each week to unearth a new discovery through exciting programs, hands-on activities, special performances, fitness classes, educational workshops, and community events. Together, we explored, created, learned, and celebrated the joy of reading all summer long.

Our Summer Reading adventure came to an incredible finale on Saturday, August 1st with the Back to School Bash, hosted by Dr. Brande Curtis and RAW Accomplishments—and what a celebration it was!

The library was filled with families, community partners, sponsors, vendors, and volunteers who came together to make the day an overwhelming success. From backpacks and school supplies to children's activities, games, giveaways, and enough delicious food to make choosing just one entrée nearly impossible, the event truly lived up to its reputation as being out of this world! 

To everyone who attended, volunteered, donated, sponsored, or partnered with us this summer—thank you! Your support helped create meaningful experiences for families throughout our community and made this year's Summer Reading Program one of our most successful seasons yet.

A busy community center scene with families, a book drop area, and a table with materials, highlighting engagement and activities.
A diverse group of people are gathered in a communal space, with some at a registration table and others socializing.
The image shows a busy room with adults and children engaging around a table filled with toys and activities in a library setting.
A vibrant community event at a library, featuring a vendor selling snacks, with children and adults interacting and enjoying the atmosphere.
A busy community center scene with families, a book drop area, and a table with materials, highlighting engagement and activities.
A diverse group of people are gathered in a communal space, with some at a registration table and others socializing.
The image shows a busy room with adults and children engaging around a table filled with toys and activities in a library setting.
A vibrant community event at a library, featuring a vendor selling snacks, with children and adults interacting and enjoying the atmosphere.

📸 Missed an event?

Visit our Facebook page and other social media channels to relive the excitement! You'll find hundreds of photos highlighting the memories, laughter, and adventures that made this summer so special.

🍂 Looking Ahead to August

August gives us an opportunity to regroup, recharge, and begin preparing for an exciting fall season. While our programming calendar is a little lighter this month, several of your favorite recurring programs will continue without missing a beat!

📚 Weekly Favorites

🌎 Bilingual Storytime
Tuesdays • 10:30 AM

🎶 Music & Movement
Thursdays • 10:30 AM

🧘 Pilates with Coach Ro
Please check our August calendar for class dates.

💃 Turn Up & Tone Cardio with Coach Ro
Please check our August calendar for class dates.

Whether you're introducing your little one to the joy of reading or looking for a fun way to stay active, we invite you to continue making the library part of your weekly routine.

📖 Friends Book Club

The Friends of the Forest Hill Library continue bringing readers together through meaningful conversations, great books, and a shared love of lifelong learning.

Join the Friends Book Club on August 29, 12-1:30 PM at Forest Hill Library to discuss "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig.

Next Meeting

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM

This Month's Selection

📘 The Midnight Library
by Matt Haig

Whether you've already finished the book or you're reading it for the first time, everyone is welcome to join the discussion and connect with fellow book lovers.

 

💚 Thank You!

Every summer tells a story—and this one was written by an incredible community.

Thank you for reading with us, learning with us, volunteering with us, and believing in your library. Your enthusiasm, generosity, and continued support allow us to provide meaningful programs and opportunities for residents of all ages.

As we turn the page toward a new season, we're excited to continue serving you and creating even more opportunities to learn, create, connect, and grow.

We'll see you at the library! 📚✨

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A man in a suit is speaking to a group of children seated in a library, surrounded by bookshelves filled with books.
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A smiling child holds a plate featuring a pink dessert, capturing a joyful moment in a casual indoor setting.
A group of people, including children, are actively engaged in a craft activity at a table in a community space.
A magician performs for kids, using ropes, while an audience watches. Colorful signs add to the playful atmosphere.
A smiling girl holds up a handmade sign, while others sit in a room with chairs and tables in the background.
A colorful children's event in a library with performers in vibrant costumes engaging with kids sitting on a playful carpet.
A group of kids are engaged in a fun activity, mixing colors and materials at tables, while adults supervise in the background.
A classroom with children and adults engaging in activities, some stretching on colorful mats, in a green-walled room.
A group of children and adults engaged in an art or craft activity in a community room.
A community event in a library with people browsing tables of goods, including food items, amidst a lively atmosphere.
A group of children sits inside a fenced area, likely a play space, while an adult's foot is visible in the foreground.
A man in a suit is speaking to a group of children seated in a library, surrounded by bookshelves filled with books.
A child with long hair is smiling and holding a small blue object, surrounded by others engaged in activities at tables.

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