Off the Shelf: September events at Maxwell Library
Submitted by Rena Brower
Thanks to all our participants and sponsors, the 2019 Summer Reading Club was a great success! Reading provides its own pleasures, but the support, funding and donated prizes made our programs even more fun. Special thanks to Carol’s Polar Parlor, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Fairmount Glen Miniature Golf, The Fun Warehouse, and Wegmans.
New at the library, board games for borrowing with an adult’s library card. Family-friendly, borrow for one week with one renewal, one game at a time. Games are not able to be reserved. They must be checked out from and returned to the Maxwell circulation desk.
Art exhibits
Nature’s Patterns
Acrylics by Dan Bacich
Thorugh Sept. 30
With a degree from Harvard College in Comparative Religion and Fine Arts, it is not surprising that Dan Bacich uses autumn leaves in his paintings as more than elements of beauty. Instead, they are design elements which convey, in the artist’s own words, “visual narratives and emotions.” A lecturer and adjunct professor for the McNair Scholars Program who teaches at SUNY Oswego, Syracuse University, and Cornell University, Mr. Bacich has exhibited his paintings and assemblages in many venues throughout New York State for more than 15 years. His work is featured in the current issue of International Artist Magazine (Number 128, August/September 2019).
TBL Peer-Based Suicide Support Group
Tuesdays, Sept. 17, and 24, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free. No registration.
Two Brothers’ Light is a non-profit organization that promotes suicide prevention and awareness. It holds peer-based support groups for individuals affected by suicide and other mental health issues. These meetings are free and open to anyone seeking information on suicide prevention and awareness, alternatives to suicide, or grief support for those affected by suicide. For more information, call 315-632-1996, or go to twobrotherslight.org.
New–Dungeons and Dragons Game Nights
Wednesdays, Sept. 11, 18, and 25, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free. Registration required as space is limited. For ages 13 and up.
Play the fantasy tabletop role-playing game at Maxwell’s weekly D&D Game Nights. Beginners to experts are welcome, and you may bring your own game supplies.
Unraveling Yarns Book Club
Thursday, September 12, 10:30 to noon. Free. No registration.
All book selections have a mystery or suspense theme. Bring your needlework and unravel a different plot each month. Stop in at Maxwell for a copy of this month’s book, Kathy Reichs’s “Speaking in Bones,” and a reading guide. Non-knitters are also welcome.
Craft Class—Live Fall Floral Planter
Thursday, September 12, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Free. Registration required. For adults. Due to the popularity of this program, there are two sessions–sign up for either 5:30 or 6:30 p.m.
Summer is on the way out, and autumn is almost here. Assemble a live floral planter with beautiful fall flowers to extend your garden’s beauty. Please bring your own garden gloves and trowel. Plants, container, and dirt provided. Class will be held outside at tables if weather permits. Registration is required to ensure enough supplies are prepared. Each class size is limited to six participants.
Art Class for Kids—Scratch Art
Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m. to noon Please bring $5 supply fee to class. Registration required. For ages 7 to 12. Presented by Kaley McHale.
Make a design using the technique of scratch art.
Maxwell Library Board Meeting
Monday, Sept. 16, 6 p.m.
The Board of Trustees meets on the third Monday of each month unless stated otherwise. The public is welcome to attend. The agenda is posted online one week before.
US Census Job Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 4 to 6 p.m. Free. No registration.
Office and field work is available beginning September 2019 for the upcoming 2020 US Census. Apply today for positions. Adults over 18 and US citizenship are the only requirements. No resume or CV is needed. Drop in at Maxwell Library between 4 and 6 PM for more information and to apply in person.
Between the Lines Book Club
Monday, Sept. 23, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Free. No registration.
The group reads a variety of genres, from literary fiction to suspenseful bestsellers. Copies of this month’s selection, Kent Haruf’s “Our Souls at Night,” and reading guides are available at the desk. Everyone is welcome.
Genealogy Roundtable
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 1 to 3 p.m. Introduction to Canadian Research. Free. Registration preferred.
Join genealogist Amanda Perrine for Maxwell’s monthly Genealogy Roundtable. Library patrons interested in researching their own family histories get together to discuss problems in their research and share tips on sources and methodology. Both beginners and longtime researchers are welcome. This month, learn how to search north of the border.
Safe Place to Game
Wednesday, Sept. 25, 4 to 6 p.m. Free. Registration preferred. For ages 7 to 18.
Safe Place to Game is a community program presented by TCGplayer where students and families can learn and play trading card games like Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, and Yu-Gi-Oh.
Tech Class—Guide to New Tech for the Holidays and Beyond
Thursday, Sept, 26, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Free. Registration preferred. You may bring your personal laptop, tablet, or phone.
Whether you are thinking ahead for a holiday gift or just looking for a new piece of technology for yourself, it pays to do some research before buying. In this month’s tech program, Tech Librarian Pete Schult will look at some of the tech — hardware and software — that is on the horizon for release in the next few months.
Ongoing programs for kids and teens (all free; no registration unless otherwise noted):
Stories with Sally, for the under-3 crowd and a participating adult.
Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, and 30, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.
Sally’s Story Time, for preschoolers ages 3 to 5.
Tuesdays, Sept. 17, and 24, 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Preschool Story Time with Ms. Melissa
Thursdays, Sept. 12, 19, and 26, 10:30 to 11 a.m. For children ages 3 to 5 with a parent or guardian.
This fun story time helps preschoolers develop early literacy skills and fosters curiosity. Come and enjoy stories followed by a simple craft. Younger (and older) siblings are welcome. Sept. 12—“Groovy Joe: Dance Party Countdown.” Sept. 19—“Moose Tracks;” Sept. 26—“Bear Counts.”
Tuesday Crafternoons
Tuesdays, Sept. 17, and 24, 3:30 to 7 p.m. For children ages 3 to 10.
Drop in at Maxwell to make the week’s planned craft or one of your own choosing. September 10—Back to school craft; Sept. 17—Apple tree craft; Sept. 24—Autumn handprint wreath.
Homeschool Family Fun
Monday, Sept. 16, 1-2:30 p.m. All ages.
Connect with other members of the homeschool community at this fun, casual hangout for homeschooling parents and their kids. There will be games, crafts, and more. This is the kickoff for this year’s homeschool program at Maxwell. Share your ideas for what you would like to see offered and look for more programs starting in October.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
To promote reading to newborns, infants, and toddlers as well as to encourage parent and child bonding through reading, the 1000 Books Foundation has issued a challenge to parents to read 1000 books to their children before kindergarten. Stop in at Maxwell Library to get your first reading log and informational materials, and start reading.
With OverDrive and Hoopla, great entertainment is only a click away on your computer or mobile device. We have ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, music and videos, with new titles added daily. It’s easy, fun, and free! Call to set up a help session.
Get tech savvy by attending Tech Librarian Pete’s monthly classes. Catch up on what you missed with Handouts and Other Resources through the Digital tab on our website.
Your library card is the key to amazing free online encyclopedias, newspapers, magazines, archives, tutorials, and courses. Go to the Digital tab on Maxwell’s website, or to onlib.org/research/databases.
Ask about the variety of digital devices available for borrowing or in-library use.
Sign up for Maxwell’s monthly e-newsletter through our website, Facebook page, or at the circulation desk.
See upcoming events and register as needed through our online events calendar.
You can support Maxwell Library online through the PayPal Donate feature on our website.
Being a Friend of Maxwell is a great way to support the library. The group sponsors library programs and fundraising events. Click the Friends tab on maxwellmemoriallibrary.org for news and updates of meetings and special events.
Are you planning on visiting a New York State or an Onondaga County park? Borrow a NYS Empire Pass or an Onondaga County Park Pass from Maxwell Library before your trip. Both passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis to patrons over the age of 18 with OCPL library accounts in good standing. They may be checked out for three days, and must be returned in person at Maxwell. Call or stop in for more details.
Maxwell Memorial Library is located at 14 Genesee St., Camillus. The library is open Monday through Thursday, 10 to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 to 3 p.m.; closed Sundays. Please call 315-672-3661 for additional information about any of our programs, visit our website at maxwellmemoriallibrary.org, like us on Facebook, or find us on Instagram and Twitter @maxmemlib.
