Holiday Decor at Rogers Memorial Library Gives New Life to Used Books as Part of Sustainability Effort - 27 East
logo logo logo logo

News / Southampton Press / Neighborhood / 2063573

Holiday Decor at Rogers Memorial Library Gives New Life to Used Books as Part of Sustainability Effort

icon 6 Photos
Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

Some of the holiday decorations made from books at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton. DANA SHAW

The elves responsible for the decorations at the Rogers Memorial Library, left to right, Joanna Anderson Mayra Scanlon and Sara Fiore. DANA SHAW

The elves responsible for the decorations at the Rogers Memorial Library, left to right, Joanna Anderson Mayra Scanlon and Sara Fiore. DANA SHAW

authorCailin Riley on Dec 21, 2022
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, there was a better chance of finding Rogers Memorial Library reference librarian Sara Fiore sitting on the floor rather than at the reference... more

You May Also Like:

Southampton July 4th Parade Organizers Make a Plea for Help To Keep the Annual Event Alive

St. Patrick’s Day is still a month away, and Memorial Day is more than three ... 19 Feb 2025 by Stephen J. Kotz

Uncovering a Lost Neighborhood: ‘San Juan Hill’ Documentary and Discussion Highlight Black History and Community Resilience

Ask almost anyone if they’ve heard of the movie “West Side Story,” and they will ... 18 Feb 2025 by Cailin Riley

Movies Return as Southampton Playhouse Opens Doors in the Village

After a nearly five-year hiatus, the movies have returned to Southampton Village. The rechristened Southampton ... by Stephen J. Kotz

'With Love From the SHM': Southampton History Museum Postcards Offer a Window Into the Past

Inside the archive of the Southampton History Museum sits a vast yet unassuming time capsule ... 16 Feb 2025 by Michelle Trauring

Bringing Art to Life: Esly Escobar’s Mission to Inspire Young Creatives in Guatemala

Standing in front of a group of curious students, Esly Escobar held up a potato ... 15 Feb 2025 by Michelle Trauring

Hampton Bays Community Rallies To Support First-Grader Battling Cancer

For most of her short life, Antonella Quintana has been a happy and healthy child. ... 14 Feb 2025 by Cailin Riley

Southampton Playhouse Set To Open This Weekend

Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, the lights have been out at the Southampton ... 12 Feb 2025 by Cailin Riley

Palm Tree Festival Returning to Shinnecock in 2025, and Beyond

The organizers of the Palm Tree Music Festival, a traveling all-day techno music revue that ... by Michael Wright

Brewing More Than Coffee: Hampton Coffee Company Expands to Hampton Bays With a Heart for Community

Jason and Theresa Belkin’s passion for brewing world-class coffee may be matched only by their ... 11 Feb 2025 by Lisa Daffy

PHOTOS: Warm Vibes At HarborFrost in Sag Harbor

The chilly weather and impending snow did not dampen the vibes at HarborFrost on Saturday. ... 10 Feb 2025 by Staff Writer