October at Marcellus Free Library
By Robin Bolewski
Flu shot clinic Friday, Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. Bring your insurance information.
CNY Singer/Songwriter David Robertson will perform at the Marcellus Free Library on Sunday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. Robertson will perform many originals as well as covers of Neil Young, John Prine, Cat Stevens and more. Refreshments will be served and a meet and greet with the artist will be held following the performance. All are welcome.
Dream Conversations with Mary Beth Bronk: Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1 and 8 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Join Mary Beth as she introduces basic dreaming concepts in this Introduction to Dreaming Workshop. She will begin by discussing journaling, active dreaming, and the Lightning Dreamwork method of Robert Moss. From there the group will circle the topics of dream history, personal dreams and how to move forward. Some people claim they don’t dream. Perhaps it is more a function of dream recall, which will intertwine the four weeks of conversations and activities in this mini workshop. Free and open to all.
Death Café, Monday, Oct. 24 at 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the Marcellus Library and Hospice of Central New York. The Death Café is designed to let people discuss their thoughts, ideas and concerns about death and dying. We will gather in a relaxed setting to discuss death, celebrate life, drink tea and eat delicious treats. This group is not about coping with loss, grief or bereavement. This event will be accessible and respectful to all. It is against Death Café’s principals to lead participants towards any conclusions about life, death, or life after death, apart from your own thoughts. All are welcome and encouraged to come.
Friends of the Marcellus Free Library Fall Book Sale. Friday, Oct. 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday only, $5 Early Bird entry fee – Friends of the Library members are free.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 23, 1 to 5 p.m. There will be a bag sale in the library lobby Oct. 24 through the 28 during regular library hours. Bags are $3 and will be provided. Book donations for the sale will be accepted until Oct. 14.
New York Council for the Humanities Adult Reading and Discussion Program
Pulitzer “Campfire” Readings: Reaching for the American Dream with Matthew D. Stewart, PhD Candidate in the Department of History, Syracuse University Thursdays: Oct. 27, Nov. 17 and Dec. 8 at 6:30 p.m
Space is limited, please register at mflib.org or call 673-3221. Oct. 27 book, “Interpreter of Maladies” by Jhumpa Lahiri; Nov. 17 book, “The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao” by Junot Diaz and the final book for December 8 is A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting, Thursday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. Open to the public.
Yin Yoga Mondays with Tina Ramsden: Oct. 3, 17, 24 and 31 at 9:10 a.m. $7 a session. Please bring a yoga mat.
Paper Crafts with Alyson: Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 6:45 p.m.; Friday, Oct. 7 at 1 and 2:15 p.m.
Special extended “card camp” on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There is a small fee for this card camp. Please register with Alyson directly at [email protected] or call her at 604-6467 (so she can plan for supplies).
Movie Afternoon for Adults: Thursday, Oct. 20 at 1:30 p.m. Call the library for movie title.
For children
Toddler Story Time: Wednesdays through Dec. 7. Two sessions offered: 9:30 a.m. or 10:15 a.m.
For children ages 18 months to 3 years accompanied by an adult. Stories, songs, crafts and fun. Please register online at mflib.org (click on events), call 673-3221, or in person at the circulation desk.
Preschool Story Time: Tuesdays through Dec. 6 at 10:30 a.m. For children ages 4 through 6. Stories, songs, crafts and fun. Please register online at mflib.org (click on events), call 673-3221, or in person at the circulation desk at the library.
Special Evening Story Time Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 6:30 p.m. For children ages 18 months through age 6. Stories, songs, craft and fun. Registration is required at mflib.org or call 673-3221.
Creative Movement for Preschoolers with Miss Rachel: Tuesdays through Nov. 1.
Two sessions: 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Coordination, nonverbal communication and cognitive development taught through creative movement. For preschoolers ages 3 through 6. Registration is required at www.mflib.org (click on events), call 673-3221, or in person at the circulation desk.
For Teens
After School Art Program for Teens: Monday, Oct. 17,
3:30 to 5:00 p.m. For ages 11 through 15. Registration required.
Instructed by Courtney Ryfun, Alumna of The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale.
Advanced Robotics: Thursdays Oct. 13, 20, 27 at 3:45 to 5 p.m. Led by Tristan Wiley. New members welcome. Explore advanced programming techniques with Lego’s Mindstorms Robotic kits. Registration required at mflib.org, or call 673-3221
The Artists for October are members of the Marcellus/Skaneateles Art Guild.
