May 2026
Registration is open for all May programs!

Program Guide
Pick up a copy at the library or view it online!
Online Calendar
Learn about and register for any of our programs.
 
SPOTLIGHT EVENT:
Author Visit with Megan Freeman
Date/Time: Wednesday, 5/6 at 6pm
 
Join us in welcoming Megan Freeman, New York Times bestselling juvenile fiction author of the award winning dystopian duology Alone and Away, as she visits OFL! Explore Megan's background as a poet and writer, and her journey to becoming a bestselling author. She discusses the process of becoming traditionally published, differences between writing in verse and prose, and the important collaboration between authors and readers.
 
Get your books autographed! Don’t have them yet? No worries! Local bookstore That’s What She Read will be at the event selling copies of Megan’s books.
 
For families with tweens and teens in grades 4-12 | REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL.
Fundraisers:
Icons - Brown Bag with Book - Navy Blue
Birdhouse Raffle
May 1st - June 6th
Learn more...
Accepting Book Sale Donations
May 29-30 & June 1-2
Learn more...
 
May is Mental Health Awareness Month:
Service Project Saturday
Saturday, 5/2, 2-3pm
For all ages! No registration necessary
Self-Care Kit Giveaway
May 4-30, while supplies last
For adults and teens
 
For Adults:
Edgy Pages Book Painting Party
Date/Time: Saturday, 5/9, 2-4pm
Presenter: Edgy Pages
Give your favorite book a glow-up! You’ve seen those stunning painted edges on TikTok and Instagram-now it’s time to create your own. Whether you want a solid pop of color, a shimmering metallic finish, or a floral pattern, join us for a relaxing session of "fore-edge" painting. It’s the perfect way to make your personal library look like a work of art.
For adults & teens (ages 13+) | REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL
Senior Woman Stretching on Yoga Mat
Dancercise
Thursdays, 5/14 & 5/28 at 11am
Presented by Sue Mirra, Certified Zumba Instructor
REGISTRATION REQUIRED for each session.
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL.
 
Functional Yoga
Thursday, 5/21 at 10am
Presented by Chelsea No, Certified Yoga Instructor
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL.
Habitat Gardening for Life
Wednesday, 5/13 at 6pm
Presented by 
Wild Ones Habitat Gardening in CNY
Registration requested
Bonsai for Beginners
Wednesday, 5/20, 6:00-7:30pm
Presented by Bonsai Club of Central New York
Registration requested 
 
Tick Talk
Date/Time: Thursday, 5/21 at 6:30pm
Presenter: Jonah Cummings, CNY Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Alliance
Learn tick basics, prevention methods, symptoms and treatments for Lyme disease and more. With over 500,000 estimated cases of Lyme disease each year in the United States, there has never been a better time to learn how to stay protected outdoors before the warm weather arrives.
Registration requested- Must have at least 10 registrants by Thursday, 5/14 to host program
Book Clubs:
All the Missing Pieces (Standard Edition) by Catherine Cowles
Love, Mom (Standard Edition) by Iliana Xander
40 Day Soul Fast: Your Journey to Authentic Living by Cindy Trimm
Meet Cute
Monday, 5/4 at 7pm
Fireplace Seating
Registration Requested
Thrilling Reads
Monday, 5/11 at 7pm
Fireplace Seating
Registration Requested
Inspirational Women's
Saturday, 5/30, 11am-1pm
Fireplace Seating
No registration necessary
The Years of Ripening: Reflections on Aging in the Later Years by Joyce Rupp
Spirituality of Aging Book Club
4-part series: *THURSDAYS (CORRECTED), 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 & 5/28, 1:30-3:00pm
Discuss the transformative journey of aging, where physical decline is eclipsed by the spiritual liberation of shedding false identities to reveal one’s authentic, love-seasoned inner being. 
Please note
  • Participants will receive a personal copy of the book to keep at no cost to them. 
  • Participants should pick up their copy of the book prior to the first session and read the first 3 sections of the book before the first session.
For seniors | REGISTRATION REQUIRED- Registering for one session registers you for all sessions; registration closes Saturday, 5/2 at 1:30pm
Recurring Programs:
Needlework
Crafts with Friends
Thursdays, 9:30-10:30am
Fireplace Seating
Led by the Friends of OFL
Needlework Crafts
Thursdays, 2:00-3:30pm
Fireplace Seating
Led by Community Volunteer
Mah Jongg Meet-Up
Friday, 5/15,
1:30pm-3:30pm
Community Room
(Self-directed)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Tech Help:
How to Hoopla
Friday, 5/22 at 2pm
Registration requested
One-on-One Techtorials
Wednesdays, 5/13 & 5/27
at 11am, 12pm & 1pm

45-minute appointments
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
For Tweens & Teens:
STEM Friday
Friday, 5/8 at 3:30pm
For ages 9-13 | Registration requested
DIY: Anime Perler Beads
Monday, 5/11 at 6pm
For ages 12-17 | No registration necessary
 
Junior Library Volunteers (JLV): For teens in grades 7-12
 
Learn about OFL's teen volunteer program
and fill out the JLV application at www.oflibrary.org/volunteer
 

For Kids & Families: Per OFL Policy, children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
Pokémon Trading Card Game
Date/Time: Wednesday, 5/27 at 6pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Cafe Area
Enjoy a fun game of strategy and partnership while battling new friends with Pokémon cards.  All skill levels are welcome!  
For ages 7-12 | REGISTRATION REQUIRED
For the Littles:
Family Storytime
Wednesdays,
5/13, 5/20 & 5/27 at 10am
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The Pigeon Won't Count to 10! by Mo Willems
Baby Book Club
Friday, 5/8 at 10:30am
No registration necessary
Family Play & Caregiver Meetups
Fridays, 10:00-11:30am
No registration necessary
Need reading recommendations?
Visit the Reading Recommendations page on our website to see what our book clubs are currently reading, for monthly new releases for all ages and award winners. The library also subscribes to the following premium resources to help you find your next great read.
 
NextReads
e-Newsletters
Get reading recommendations sent directly to your inbox! 
 Pick from a variety of customized reading lists focused on different genres and topics for all ages!
 
NoveList Plus
Find reviews, hundreds of theme-oriented book lists for readers at all grade levels, award-winning and recommended titles, read-alikes, book reviews and much more.
BookBrowse
An online magazine for book lovers - including reviews, "behind the book" backstories, author interviews, reading guides and much more.
Library Closings:
 
Memorial Day Weekend
May 23-25 - CLOSED

Onondaga Free Library
4840 West Seneca Tpk
Syracuse, NY 13215
315-492-1727info@oflibrary.org
www.oflibrary.org

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 Saturday Hours:
3rd Saturday in June through Labor Day
Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm

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