Posts from Great Kills Library

If you have a budding science geek at home, or are in fact one yourself, these titles, including nonfiction, fiction and even a couple of picture books, will spark or feed an interest in the Universe and our efforts to study it.

For young fans of the series (or old), and for those of you who have yet to discover the show, here’s a list of recommended children’s reads reminiscent of the Robinsons’ adventures.

Enter other worlds with new rules, complex dynamics and fascinating characters.

Brought to you by Staten Island's Anti Prom—all are available in our e-book collection for you to read at home.

Where have encyclopedias and reference books gone? To our library databases!

Understanding and managing our healthcare system can feel overwhelming. With appointments, medical information, and insurance and billing issues, there are a myriad of concerns to consider. Having an healthcare advocate, or becoming your own healthcare advocate, can be a tremendous help.

With winter cold settling in, now's a great time to dig into your coziest books, healthiest recipes, tax tips, and plenty of e-books and e-audiobooks - no need to leave the house in bad weather!

If you're getting back on your feet following treatment, here are invaluable resources and advice, with many books, ebooks and material available at the Library.

The Great Kills and St. George Libraries present a three-session series of discussions geared towards engaging our community and learning more about Freshkills Park.

Teeth are something one usually doesn’t give much thought to unless something goes wrong.

If you enjoy audiobooks, we have some great ways to browse titles, hear samples, and listen to an audiobook right on your phone. All you'll need to get an e-audiobook is a mobile app and a library card.

On September 27, 1887 the NYYC defender Volunteer beat the challenger Thistle in the last race held on the Inside Course. Staten Island's shore was no longer a Cup destination after that.

The America's Cup is the world's oldest international sporting trophy still in active competition

Check out this list of tips and Library resources to help you prepare.

Is online college right for you? It all depends on you particular needs, lifestyle, and learning style.

We are excited to announce that a new set of Island papers have been scanned and launched. The largest run is the Staten Island World, about 3,000 pages of it, from our partner the Staten Island Museum.

Learn how to avoid tick bites and where to get support if you have the disease.

How often do you think about smell and scents? Take a smellwalk through our shelves for books on this sometimes inscrutable sense.

When Angelo Pecunia’s granddaughter Bianca was just one year old, he brought her to the Great Kills Library and let her pick out as many books as she wanted.