November 2026
Registration is open for all November 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.
 
Friends of OFL Fundraiser:



Backgrounds - Lines Borders - Polka Dots - Green Red

20th Annual Festival of Trees
November 13th - December 12th
 
Our favorite holiday fundraiser is here- Join us in celebrating the joy of the holidays!
 
Display & Raffle: Visit the library to see the beautiful display in person or preview them online starting Nov. 13th- www.oflibrary.org/festival-of-trees

Raffle tickets: Purchase raffle tickets at the front desk- $1 each or 6 for $5
Take a chance at winning your favorites and support the library at the same time!
 
Raffle Drawings: Monday, December 14th
 
For Adults:
Functional Yoga
Date/Time: Thursday, 11/19 at 10am
Presenter: Chelsea No, Certified Yoga Instructor
Location: Community Room
Join certified yoga instructor Chelsea No for an accessible, beginner-friendly yoga program designed to improve physical and emotional well-being. Participants will learn the basics of yoga and will be given the opportunity to explore yoga's many benefits. 
For adults | REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL.
Puzzle Swap
Date/Time: Saturday, 11/21, 10am-12pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Community Room
Stop in and drop off the puzzles you've done and exchange them for ones that are new to you! Don't have any puzzles to donate? You're welcome to stop by and take a couple!
For families of all ages | No registration necessary
Local Author Event:
You're the One That I Haunt by Katie Jung
Meet Cute Book Club presents Local Author Katie Jung
Date/Time: Monday, 11/2 at 6:30pm
 
Join us for an exciting evening with local author Katie Jung to celebrate and discuss her debut novel, You're the One That I Haunt!
Featured on several most-anticipated Fall 2026 releases lists, this hilarious and heartwarming ghost story is perfect for fans of My Best Friend’s Wedding and Ashley Poston’s The Dead Romantics.
 
Learn more about Jung at www.katiejung.com and connect with her on social @katiejungwrites.
 
Get your own autographed copy! That's What She Read Bookshop & Boutique will be onsite selling Jung's book - $18.
 
For adults | Registration requested
Note: Our author event ft. Jeanne Albanese originally scheduled for
Wednesday, 11/18, will now be held on Wednesday, 12/2 at 6:30pm.
Registration for this event will open on Friday, November 20th.
 
Book Clubs:

        We Band of Angels: The Untold Story of the American Women Trapped on Bataan by Elizabeth M. Norman
History Roundtable
Tuesdays, 11/10 & 11/17, 6:00-7:30pm
Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED

         The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
Thrilling Reads
Saturday, 11/21 at 2pm
Fireplace Seating
Registration requested
 
Recurring Programs:

Needlework
Needlework Crafts
Thursdays, 2:00-3:30pm
Fireplace Seating
Led by Community Volunteer

Mah Jongg Meet-Up
Friday, 11/20, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
 
Crafts with Friends will resume in the Spring.
 
Tech Corner:
One-on-One Techtorials
Dates/Times: 
  • Wednesday, 11/25 at 11am, 12pm & 1pm
  • Wednesdays, 11/18 at 3pm
Presenter: Community Volunteer
Location: 2nd floor - Room 218
Learn how to use your computer, laptop or mobile device; create and use an email account; find and apply for jobs; use social media; work with Microsoft Office or Google Suite; create a resume and cover letter; and more! 45-minute appointments
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
For Tweens & Teens:

Open Gaming
Saturday, 11/7 at 2pm
Teen Space

For ages 12-18 | No registration necessary

   
DIY Mini Bookshelf
Monday, 11/9 at 6pm
Teen Space
For ages 12-18 | No registration necessary
 
Library Volunteers: For teens in grades 7-12
Teen Volunteer Meetup
Date/Time: Monday, 11/16 at 6pm
Presenter: OFL's Teen Librarian
Location: Community Room
Do you want to volunteer at the library? Join other teens in your community to make a positive impact at OFL. Volunteers will help set up book displays, plan and host library events, and help care for our Teen collection! This group can help teens fulfill required volunteer service hours and prepare for future college and career opportunities.
For teens ages 12-18 | No registration necessary
All interested are encouraged to fill out the Info Form.
Learn about OFL's teen volunteer program
and fill out the volunteer form at www.oflibrary.org/volunteer
 
For Kids & Families:
Note: Per OFL Policy, children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Pokémon Trading Card Game
Date/Time: Wednesday, 11/4 at 6pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Community Room
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
Family Open Craft Hour
Date/Time: Saturday, 11/7 at 10:30am
Presenter: OFL's Youth Services Librarian
Location: Community Room
Join OFL Librarians and Staff for an open craft morning with the family. Join in for community coloring, bracelet making and a seasonal craft.
November will be Fall Paper Wreaths.
For families of all ages! | No registration necessary
For the Littles:

Family Storytime
Tuesdays, 11/3, 11/10 at 10am &
Wednesdays, 11/18 & 11/25 
at 10am
Play & Learn Room
No registration necessary

Family Play &
Caregiver Meetups

Fridays, 10:00-11:30am
Play & Learn Room
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:

Silhouette of Soldier Saluting
Veterans Day
Wednesday, 11/11 - CLOSED

Pumpkin with Grateful Tag and Leaves on Dark Wood Background
Thanksgiving
Wednesday, 11/25 - Close at 5pm;
Thursday, 11/26 & Friday, 11/27 - 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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