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Registration is now open for all May programs! |
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Birdhouse RaffleDisplay & Purchase Raffle Tickets: May 2 - June 7Location: OFL Lobby
Stop by OFL to see our beautiful display of decorated birdhouses.
Purchase raffle tickets at the front desk: $1 each OR 6 for $5
There will be one uniquely crafted birdhouse—Raffle tickets for that birdhouse are $5 each OR 5 for $20
Raffle Drawings: Monday, 6/9
All birdhouses have been handcrafted and donated by local father/son woodworking duo, Jerry & Jerry Holbrook. Thank you for your generous contributions to OFL!
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Parenting Open HouseDate/Time: Thursday, 5/22, 3-5pm
Presenter: Prevention Network of CNY
Location: Community Room
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Parenting Open House with Prevention Network where you can learn about our supportive programs, including Parenting Wisely, Guiding Good Choices, and PAX Community Tools. This is a great opportunity to explore resources, ask questions, and pick up helpful parenting tips—all in a judgment-free zone designed to encourage connection, confidence, and community. Whether you're curious, overwhelmed, or just looking for new ideas, you're welcome here!For teens & adults | No registration required
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About Maker Faire Syracuse: Featuring local “makers,” Maker Faire Syracuse is a family-friendly celebration featuring all kinds of making and creating from traditional arts and crafts to high tech creations. Learn more and get tickets at http://syracuse.makerfaire.com/. |
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Pokémon Trading Card GameDate/Time: Monday, 5/5 at 6pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Community RoomEnjoy a fun game of strategy and partnership while battling new friends with Pokémon cards. All skill levels are welcome!
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Family StorytimeDates/Time: Wednesdays, 5/14, 5/28, 6/11 & 6/18 at 10am
Presenter: OFL Children's Librarian
Location: Community Room
Each week, children and their caregivers are invited to the library for an exploration into stories, songs and fun early literacy activities!
For babies, toddlers & preschoolers | REGISTRATION REQUIRED- Registration opens 1 week prior to each session; registration closes 24 hours prior to each session. |
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Playing is learning! Babies, toddlers and preschoolers along with their parents/caregivers are invited to spend time in OFL's playroom to play together and socialize. Children get the chance to interact with each other while parents/grandparents and other caregivers meet and chat. Special age appropriate toys will be featured in this program. For families with children ages 0-5 years | No registration necessary |
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Baby Book ClubDate/Time: Friday, 5/9, 10:30-11:00am
Presenter: OFL's Children's Librarian
Location: Storytime Room/Community RoomJoin our Baby Book Club! We'll meet in the Storytime Room. We will have several copies of the book of the month, with May's title being The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. We can all hold, and read the same book together, and, just like our Family Storytime, we will do some simple finger plays and rhymes, all wrapped up a baby-appropriate chunk of time of just half an hour. For babies, toddlers & preschoolers | No registration necessary
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Local Author Event: The Tadpole's ReflectionDate/Time: Saturday, 5/17 at 2pm
Presenter: Author & Illustrator Dr. Jamie Erickson
Location: Community RoomAuthor and illustrator Dr. Jamie Erickson and main contributor and editor Kit Tads Elstad perform a live read aloud of their new book The Tadpole’s Reflection. Purchase your own autographed copy at this event: $15.99 All guests who purchase a copy of the book will receive a signed piece of artwork from The Tadpole’s Reflection illustration collection.
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Presenter: Donna Butterfield
Location: Community Room Families, get ready to move, shake and play! To celebrate spring, join us for a special interactive musical storytime with Donna B. that will be filled with bubbles, stickers and lots of fun. |
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BOARD BOOK: First Joys by Vâeronique JoffreA celebration of simple joys for little ones growing up, from splashing in the bath to smelling flowers. |
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PICTURE BOOK: New York Times Bestselling Author
From #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wishtree and The One and Only Ivan, Katherine Applegate, a touching and lyrical tale about a remarkable sea otter, also an instant #1 bestseller! |
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PICTURE BOOK: The Great Dinosaur Sleepover by Linda BaileyJake wants a dinosaur sleepover for his birthday but his friends come down with the flu, and when Jake investigates a strange noise at night, he finds prehistoric party guests in his living room, in a book that celebrates inclusion and fun. |
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BIOGRAPHY: Frida Kahlo's Flower Crown by Nydia Armendia-sánchezA lyrical and inspiring picture book about the life of Frida Kahlo—told through the language of flowers—and how she blossomed into a celebrated, beloved artist. |
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JUVENILE FICTION: The Queen Bees of Tybee County by Kyle Casey ChuChinese American Derrick explores his queer identity by competing in a small-town beauty pageant where he shares his new love of drag with his family and friends. |
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Memorial Day Weekend May 24-26 - CLOSED |
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Onondaga Free Library
4840 West Seneca Tpk Syracuse, NY 13215
Hours:
Monday 9:00am-8:30pm Tuesday 9:00am-8:30pm Wednesday 9:00am-8:30pm Thursday 9:00am-8:30pm Friday 10:00am-5:00pm Saturday 10:00am-5:00pm Sunday CLOSED
Summer Weekend Hours:
3rd Sunday in June through Labor Day Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm Sunday CLOSED
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