SKANEATELES — OUTSIDE—Preschool Story Time | Tuesdays, October 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 10:30 AM: Join us on the Library lawn to read, sing, and play. Bring a blanket or chair to sit comfortably on the grass. Story Time will be canceled during inclement weather and families will be notified by phone. Registration required. For ages 3 – 5 years. Limited to 10 families.
REGISTRATION FULL – INSIDE—Baby Bounce & Rhyme: October Session | Wednesdays, October 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th at 9:15 AM: Bond with your baby during this program featuring nursery rhymes, books, movement and fingerplays, followed by sensory exploration. Location: Library Hall. For babies up to 18 months. Registration required for the entire session. Limited to 5 families.
OUTSIDE—Read, Sing, Play Story Time for Toddlers | Thursdays, October 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th at 10:30 AM: Can’t sit still? No problem! Join us on the Library lawn for stories, songs and movement. Bring a blanket or chair to sit comfortably on the grass. Story Time will be canceled during inclement weather and families will be notified by phone. For ages 18 months – 3 years. Registration required. Limited to 10 families.
ONLINE—Mary Lincoln for the Ages with Jason Emerson | Saturday, October 9th at 1:00 PM:
A book 10 years in the making, Mary Lincoln for the Ages is an indispensable guide to understanding how different representations of the controversial first lady have affected what we think we know about her. Through his deft analysis of nearly every word written about her, Emerson reveals how views about Mary Lincoln have evolved and sets the stage for new questions and debates about the themes and controversies that have defined her legacy.
About the Speaker: Independent historian and journalist Jason Emerson is the author or editor of seven books about Abraham Lincoln and his family. He’s published numerous articles and book reviews in both scholarly and popular publications, and has appeared on Book TV, American History TV and The History Channel.
The former editor of the Skaneateles Press, Emerson has also worked as a National Park Service park ranger at the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, Gettysburg National Military Park and the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial (the Arch) in St. Louis.
ONLINE—Elementary School Book Club | Sunday, October 10th at 2:30 PM: This month we’re reading The Okay Witch by Emma Steinkeller. Each month we’ll read a book or graphic novel and then get together on Zoom to chat about the book and do an activity. Pick up your copy of the book curbside. For kids in grades 3 -5. Registration required.
OUTSIDE—Creepy Crafts | Monday, October 11th at 1:30 PM & 3:30 PM: Heads will roll during this Halloween-inspired craft program. Participants will make Doll Head Planters and Spooky Heads in Jars outside on the Library lawn. If raining, the program will move inside with masks. For kids in grades 3 – 5. Registration required. Limited to 5 kids per session.
ONLINE—Skaneateles Library Board Meeting | Tuesday, October 12th 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 the board meeting online via Zoom. Registration required.
ONLINE—Evening Book Club | Wednesday, October 27th at 6:30 PM: This month we’re reading Black Rabbit Hall by Eve Chase. Join us to discuss this month’s book with other readers.
OUTSIDE—Toddler Trick-or-Treat | Thursday, October 28th at 11:00 AM: After Read, Play, Sing Story Time attendees are invited to trick-or-treat around the library’s yard. Children (and adults, too!) are encouraged to wear costumes! Registering for story time counts as your registration for this event. Ages 18 months – 2 years.
