The Salt Lake County Library has announced a new schedule of community programming at its Sandy branch, featuring upcoming book clubs for both teenagers and young children. These upcoming events follow a series of community activities held throughout September 2026, including a Halloween reading countdown and various storytime sessions.
Teen Programming Details
A teen book club meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the Sandy Study Room. The session will focus on discussing the book "The Carrefour Curse" by Dianne K. Salerni, which participants are encouraged to read during the month of September.
This upcoming meeting is part of a rotating discussion series for residents aged 12 to 18. Following the October discussion, the club plans to transition to discussing "Wait Till Helen Comes" by Mary Downing Hahn during the month of November.
Children's Book Club Schedule
For younger readers, the Sandy Large Meeting Room will host a "My First Book Club" on Thursday, Dec. 10, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This event is designed for school-age children between the ages of 6 and 9, and requires that they be accompanied by an adult.
The December session will feature discussions, activities, and fun centered around the book "Cornbread & Poppy" by Matthew Cordell.
September Community Events
The Sandy branch is also hosting several seasonal and specialized events throughout the remainder of September 2026. As part of a Halloween countdown reading calendar, residents can pick up a coloring calendar on Wednesday, Sept. 23, to track their reading progress through the end of the month.
Other scheduled activities for the week of Sept. 23 include a "Teen Scene - Magazine Collage" event from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and a "Sandy Library Writers Group" meeting from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The writers group is open to all skill levels and is recommended for adults and older teens.
Weekend Activities and Culture
The library has also announced several upcoming weekend activities for late September. On Saturday, Sept. 26, the branch will host a series of events including "STEAM into Storytime" from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and a "Pokemon Club" from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sandy Large Meeting Room.
Additionally, the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival Performance is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, from 4:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This event aims to honor the traditions and cultural heritage of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
Diverse Library Offerings
The Sandy branch offers a variety of specialized programming for different age groups and interests. For toddlers and babies, the library provides "Cuddle Time" on Monday, Sept. 28, from 10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., a lapsit storytime focused on songs and nursery rhymes.
For older residents or those interested in history, the library has scheduled "The Battle of Midway" for Monday, Sept. 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This presentation will be delivered by COL (ret) David Schroeder, a published military historian with over 30 years of military experience.
Educational and Language Support
Educational and social support is also a focus of the library's current schedule. A Math Club is available on Friday, Sept. 25, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Sandy Study Room, where volunteers are available to assist students with tutoring or to provide a social space for teens interested in mathematics.
For those interested in language learning, the Japanese Learners Club meets on Monday, Sept. 28, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. in the Sandy Small Meeting Room, allowing participants to discuss topics related to Japanese language studies.
Branch Information
The Sandy Library branch is located at 10100 S Petunia Way (1405 E), Sandy, UT, 84092. The branch is managed by Darin Butler and maintains regular operating hours, including 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on weekdays, though specific event times and locations within the building vary by program.
