NOPL Brewerton hosts adventures for all ages

BREWERTON — Summer expeditions are ready to be found at the Northern Onondaga Public Library (NOPL) at Brewerton.

Throughout the month of July, the Brewerton Branch will be hosting a scavenger hunt. The hunt will take participants throughout Brewerton.

“It’s meant to be a fun way to encourage people to explore the community,” said Brewerton Branch Manager Alissa Borelli. “We’d love to hear about what they’ve discovered that they didn’t know about.”

Some of the prompts for the scavenger hunt include visiting a marina in Brewerton and the Arrowhead Lodge. Participants are encouraged to share pictures of their scavenger hunt adventures on social media and tag the library with @noplibrary.

To participate in the scavenger hunt, patrons should stop by the Brewerton Branch to pick up the community scavenger hunt sheet. Once a scavenger hunt is completed, bring the sheet back to the library to win prizes such as candy, ice cream sundae cups and more.

Starting in August, the Brewerton Branch will also be giving out a puzzle about Brewerton. The questions all pertain to “a current location in Brewerton that used to have a different function.”

“If you need help,” reads the puzzle sheet, “on the back side is a word scramble that contains the answer.”

Those who complete the puzzle will receive a prize when they return the sheet to the library at any point during the month of August.

NOPL at Brewerton also has summer activities aimed towards kids. Each Thursday in July, patrons can pick up a Fairy Tale Detective mystery kit at the library.

The Fairy Tale Detective mystery kits include clues and photos to help solve the mystery each week. All of the puzzles are themed around classic fairy tales such as Rumpelstiltskin and Cinderella.

Kids can solve the mysteries on their own or with their families. Each kit is non-sequential, so kids can jump in on the fun at any time. Additionally, if someone misses a week, they can always go back and solve the previous week’s kit.

One week’s mystery was the thrilling theft of the Evil Stepmother’s pet, with suspects including Cruella de Vil and Maleficent. For solving the puzzles, kids will win a Disney-themed treat bag, which includes silly straws, stickers, and more.

To participate in the Fairy Tale Detective, stop by the Brewerton Branch any Thursday and bring the answer back whenever the case is solved.

For more information about the Brewerton Scavenger Hunt or Fairy Tale Detective program, stop by NOPL at Brewerton or visit nopl.org.

–Alexander Schulz, NOPL Communications Intern

This week’s events

Abstract Art for Kids

10:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 21
NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St.

Abstract art is a great way to learn about abstract things like feelings. After storytime, kids will be able to let their creativity guide them to create art for each of their different feelings. Call 315-676-7484 or visit nopl.org for more information.

The MOST: Oceans of Possibilities

1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 21
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

Join the MOST in exploring marine habitats and the species that live there. Please register; call 315-699-2032 or visit nopl.org.

Between the Covers Bookclub

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 21
NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane

This month we’re reading “Book Lovers” by Emily Henry. This is an in-person meeting with a virtual option as well. Please register at nopl.org.

Storytime in the Garden

11 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 25
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

Join Miss Raena in this special storytime held in the Library Farm garden. We will be reading books, singing songs and learning a little about the garden. Please register at nopl.org.

NOPL Board Meeting

6:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 25
NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St.

A meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Northern Onondaga Public Library. Call 315-676-7484 or visit nopl.org for more information.

Teen Book Discussion: ‘Perfect on Paper’

4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 26
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

In July, we will read “Perfect on Paper” by Sophie Gonzales. Please register at nopl.org.

Marc Brown Storytime

6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 26
NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane

Call 315-458-6184 or visit nopl.org for more information.

Brewerton Book Discussion

6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 26
NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St.

We’ll be reading “The Happiest Man on Earth” by Eddie Jaku. Call 315-676-7484 or visit nopl.org for more information.

Kids STEAM Challenge: Sink or Float

Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 27
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

Experiment with a variety of different objects to see if you can figure out what sinks, what floats, and why. Registration required. Please register at nopl.org.

Teen Tabletop Game Time

2 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 27
NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St.

Join us for a variety of board and tabletop games. No experience is necessary. Call 315-676-7484 or visit nopl.org for more information.

Henna Tattoos for Teens

4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 27
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

Want to get a temporary henna tattoo for the summer? SK Henna will be returning once again to create beautiful henna tattoos. Please register at nopl.org

Nonfiction Book Discussion

6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 27
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

In July we are reading “The Bright Ages: A New History of Medieval Europe” by Matthew Gabriele. Copies will be held at Cicero to pick up. Call 315-699-2032 or visit nopl.org for more information.

Recurring events

Monday Mile Walking Club

10 to 11 a.m. Mondays
Hosted by NOPL Brewerton

It’s summertime, and time to get moving! The walking club will visit a variety of locations to explore and build more motion into participants’ days. Please call the Brewerton Library for more information at 315-676-7484.

Teen Drawing and Art Club

4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays
NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St.

Drop in and get creative with a variety of art mediums from drawing and painting, to sculpting, general crafting, and good old-fashioned coloring. For more information, call 315-676-7484 or visit nopl.org.

NOPL Knitters

10 a.m. to noon Mondays
NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane

The NOPL Knitters are beginner, experienced, and master knitters and crocheters interested in learning new techniques, sharing about their projects, and of course, socializing. For more information, call 315-458-6184 or visit nopl.org.

Morning Storytime

10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays
NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St.

Join Ms. Nicole for a themed story time with movement, music, and of course, some good stories. For more information, call 315-676-7484 or visit nopl.org.

Afternoon Storytime

1 to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays
NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane

Join Miss Raena for an afternoon of stories, songs, and fun! Storytime will be outside on the library’s back lawn but we will move into the community room inside in the event of poor weather. Please register at nopl.org.

Storytime with Miss Sarah

10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays
NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane

Join Miss Sarah for a free storytime filled with picture books and songs. Designed for young children and their caregivers. After 30 minutes of stories and songs there will be 30 minutes of playtime. For more information, call 315-458-6184 or visit nopl.org.

NOPL English Language Conversation Group

4 to 5 p.m. Thursdays. Zoom

New English learners seeking practice in pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary are welcome to join in a virtual meeting. Topics will focus on shopping, talking to a healthcare provider, ordering food and more. Please register by calling 315-699-2032 or visiting nopl.org. An email with a link to the Zoom meeting will be sent out to registrants.