Dickens Book Sale: Find gift-quality used books and more for all ages at the library during the Dickens Christmas Festival – buy for yourself, or buy for a friend!
Friday, December 6: 5PM to 7PM
Saturday, Dec. 7: 10AM to 4PM | Sunday, Dec. 8: 12PM to 4PM
Saturday, Dec. 14: 10AM to 4PM | Sunday, Dec. 15: 12PM to 4PM
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Evening Book Club: The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics by Daniel James Brown| Wednesday, December 4 at 6:30 PM |Copies of the book are available at the library. Participants have the option to join the discussion either in-person at the library or virtually via Zoom. For adults.
Graphic Novel Book Club | Thursday, December 5 at 4:00 PM| Join us after school for a book discussion, activity, and popcorn. December’s book is Hi-lo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth by Judd Winick. For Ages 8 – 12.
Library Board Meeting | Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30 PM | The Library Board is made up of community members who volunteer their time and skills to further the mission of the library. All meetings are open, and the public is welcome to attend.
After School Unwind | Monday, December 16 at 4:00 PM | Relax with sensory soothing activities at the library. A gluten-free snack available. For ages 8 – 12.
Cookbook Club: Scandinavian | Wednesday, December 18 at 6:00 PM | All are welcome! Bring a prepared dish to share based on the month’s theme and the cookbook/recipe that inspired the dish. Everyone will have a chance to sample dishes from an assortment of cookbooks while only having to prepare one dish. Make sure you come hungry! Registration is requested so that we know how many places to set at the table! For adults.
Winter Solstice Celebration | Friday, December 20 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM | Slow down and embrace winter during this Solstice Celebration. Indoor and outdoor activities will help you connect to nature, yourself, and your loved ones. All ages.
Tiny Art Craft Kits | Available beginning December 21 | First come, first served
Be creative and have fun making tiny art. Use this 4×4 canvas to paint, collage, or draw a very small masterpiece and then return it to the library by Monday, January 20th to be displayed as a part of our Tiny Art Show. All artists are invited to join us for a reception on Wednesday, January 29th from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. For all ages.
Guitar Concert: Great Lakes Guitar Orchestra | Saturday, December 21 at 7:30 PM | Conducted by Ken Meyer, currently serving as a lecturer/affiliate artist at Hamilton College and Syracuse University, the 15+ members of the “guit-orchestra” are some of the knowers and lovers of the guitar in our community. The performance will feature festive holiday music for 2, 3, 4 and more guitars. Fans of the series won’t want to miss this love letter to the instrument and the people who play!
Parachute Exploration | Friday, December 27 at 10:30 AM | This 30 minute program features a variety of songs and activities using the parachute. For ages 2 – 5 with an adult.
Noon Year’s BINGO | Tuesday, December 31 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Ring in the “noon” year at the library! We’ll play several rounds of BINGO while we countdown to noon and toast with glasses of sparkling juice. Every child will win a small prize during our BINGO game. For ages 5 – 8 with an adult. Registration required.
Family Movie: The Wild Robot | Tuesday, December 31 at 2:00 PM | After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. Free popcorn. PG | 1h 42 minutes | 2024
Ongoing Programs:
Drop-In Tech Help | Mondays 10:00 AM – Noon: Let us help with your tech questions! Bring your device and drop in during a Tech Help session to get started. Appointments are also available, please give us a call at 315-685-5135 or email [email protected] to schedule.
Baby Bounce & Rhyme | Wednesdays at 9:15 AM: Bond with your baby during this program featuring nursery rhymes, books, movement and fingerplays, followed by playtime. For babies up to 2 years with a caregiver.
Read, Sing, Play Story Time | Wednesdays at 10:30 AM: Can’t sit still? No problem! Join us for stories, songs and movement. For ages 2-5 with a caregiver.
Story Time for Bookworms | Thursdays at 10:30 AM: For children who enjoy longer books, this story time includes multiple stories, songs, and ends with hands-on play. For ages 2 – 5 with a caregiver.
Mah Jongg Open Play | Fridays from 1:00 – 3:00 PM: Join other enthusiasts of this classic game for a fun and engaging afternoon. Whether you’re a seasoned player or have a basic knowledge of Mah Jongg, this is the perfect opportunity to sharpen your skills, enjoy friendly competition, and connect with other fans of the game. Gaming sets will be available or bring your own! For adults.
