Sawyer Free Library

10/22/2026

Please join us for an author talk with Richard Zapf, who will be discussing his latest book, The Strange Story of Maria Hallett. Copies of the book will be sold at the event by The Bookstore of Gloucester!

About the Book:

When Joe, a Cape Cod hardware store owner, discovers an ancient library book, its supernatural power compels him to read it. He discovers the story of a passionate and headstrong teenage girl, Maria Hallett, who fell in love with Black Sam Bellamy, an infamous pirate and captain of the Whydah. As Joe learns more, he is pressed by a dark stranger to pay a dangerous debt he never knew existed. Can Joe determine what happened to Maria and Sam in time to save himself and his family?

About the Author:

Richard F. Zapf is a retired clinical neuropsychologist whose stories explore adventure, love, loss, and the human condition. A longtime sailor, boat builder, and licensed pilot, he has extensive knowledge of the waters around Cape Cod.

https://sawyerfreelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/the-strange-story-of-maria-hallett-with-richard-zapf/

10/21/2026

Join our by teens, for teens Dungeons & Dragons session! Prepare for an epic quest with Dungeon Master Vivian. She'll help you create a character, or you can bring a character who is ready to play. Join the party with a friend and get ready for adventure!

Patrons in grades 6-12 (ages 11-19) are welcome for this program. Drop-ins are welcome if space is available. Register here: https://ow.ly/OkAV50ZuL1A

10/19/2026

This Wednesday! Please join us for a talk with Nathan Guardian, who will be discussing his book, Sinners of Salem.

Just one year after her conviction, Mary comes back from the dead. Saved from having to serve a life sentence for murder, she returns to the dark and unpredictable streets of Salem. But these streets have changed, and so has she. Burdened by sorrow, guilt, and a broken spirit, Mary must confront her own demons once and for all.

Nathan Guardian grew up in New England and has always been captivated by the mysteries of witchcraft and the paranormal. He speaks openly about his experiences, which began in his early childhood.

Copies of Sinners of Salem will be sold at the event by The Bookstore of Gloucester!

Register at https://sawyerfreelibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/sinners-of-salem-with-nathan-guardian/

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

Thanks to all for coming to our SFL Tech Expo: A Day of Digital Discovery! Patrons enjoyed retro displays, demos in our Digital Learning Lab, raffles, free lunch, the electronic music of SHRZ, scavenger hunts, our photo booth and lots more. Stay tuned for our next event with community partners in December, The Middle Street Walk!

10/18/2026

Libby now has a way for you to w**d out AI created content!

10/17/2026

Please join us today for our big Tech Expo. Fun for all ages!

Join us for a full-day interactive journey and experience firsthand how technology is transforming our library. Step inside our Digital Learning Lab, try out our new 24/7 pick-up lockers, check out our take-home digital devices, explore a showcase of innovative community technologies, take a nostalg...

10/17/2026

Tech Expo Happening now! Stop by and play our retro video games, listen to the electronic music of SHRZ at 1 PM, or snap some free family digital photos in our photobooth! Free pizza at noon!

10/16/2026

Only one more day until the big event! If you haven't taken a peek at our schedule, please do so. Fun for all ages!

Join us for a full-day interactive journey and experience firsthand how technology is transforming our library. Step inside our Digital Learning Lab, try out our new 24/7 pick-up lockers, check out our take-home digital devices, explore a showcase of innovative community technologies, take a nostalg...

10/15/2026

Only two days until the big event! If you haven't taken a peek at our schedule, please do so. Fun for all ages!