The United States is about to turn 249 years old. It was on July 4, 1776 when the Second Continental Congress officially passed the Declaration of Independence, declaring the American colonies free and independent states.
It is a time to celebrate our freedoms, including the right to read what we want. Our forefathers wished to control their own destinies, which included a desire for self-governance and greater religious freedom. Libraries are an extension of this independent tradition.
You can learn more about the history and battles fought by brave men and women to gain and protect our independence using the free library resources on our website.
Search U.S. Military Records: Fold3 is an online resource containing U.S. military records from the Revolutionary War to the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts, including stories, photos and personal documents from the men and women who served.
Explore the History of Independence Day: Dive into the rich history behind the holiday with biographies of Founding Fathers that brings the era to life. Find children’s books explaining the importance of the 4th of July.
Independence Day is also when friends and families celebrate with food, fireworks and fun. We can help with the food! Find a number of grilling cookbooks at the library, or try our online cooking resource, New York Times Cooking.
Our libraries will be closed and services unavailable on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Our Online Library is open 24/7 with eBooks, audiobooks, streaming movies and music to enjoy anytime: https://sccld.org/online-library
We will see you back on Saturday, July 5. We wish you a safe and happy Independence Day!
