June 2026
Registration is open for all June 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.
 
Fundraisers:
Icons - Brown Bag with Book - Navy Blue
Birdhouse Raffle
May 1st - June 6th
Learn more...
Book Sale
Friends Preview Night: Wed, 6/3
PUBLIC SALE: 6/4 - 6/6
Learn more...
 
Summer Reading:
Summer Kickoff: Unearth A Story
Dates/Times: Friday, 6/26, 10am-5pm & Saturday, 6/27, 10am-2pm
Presenter: OFL's Children's & Teen Librarians
Location: Community Room

Join us for an immersive, Jurassic experience to kick off the Summer at OFL. Get transported to a steamy prehistoric jungle, where you can search for dinosaurs in a scavenger hunt, paint ancient rocks, feed hungry dinosaurs and more!
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL
For families of all ages! | DROP-IN, No registration necessary
Adult Program
(ages 18 & up):
Sign up and log books to earn chances to win $20 gift cards to Boom Boom Mex Mex, The Clerk's House, Crazy Daisies, E.A.T., and Green Hills– All located right here in the Town of Onondaga! The more you read, the more chances you have to win!
Teen Program
(entering grades 7-12):
Set your own reading goal! Earn a Gannon’s Ice Cream token when you reach 50% and a free book when you complete your goal.
Reach your goal early?
Keep logging to be entered into our monthly raffle drawings for Target gift cards!
Kids Program
(entering grades K-6):
Set your own reading goal! Earn a Gannon’s Ice Cream token when you reach 50% and a free book when you complete your goal.
Reach your goal early?
Keep logging to be entered into our monthly raffle drawings for a National Geographic Dinosaur Egg Activity Kit!
 
 Get started online at
www.oflibrary.org/summer-reading
OR download the READsquared app so you can log your reading while on the go!
 
Summer is sponsored by
the Friends of OFL & Gannon's Ice Cream
For Adults:
Dancercise
Thursdays, 6/11 & 6/25 at 11am
Presented by Sue Mirra, Certified Zumba Instructor
REGISTRATION REQUIRED for each session.
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL.
 
Functional Yoga
Thursday, 6/18 at 10am
Presented by Chelsea No, Certified Yoga Instructor
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Sponsored by the Friends of OFL.
Artist of the Month Meet & Greet: Town of Onondaga Senior Art Class
Date/Time: Wednesday, 6/17, 4-6pm
Presentesr: Friends of OFL & Town of Onondaga Senior Art Class
Location: Cafe Area
Come meet the talented members of the Town of Onondaga Senior Center Art  Class at their opening reception right here at OFL!
Reception sponsored by the Friends of OFL. Refreshments will be served.
Can't make the opening reception?  No worries... Stop by the library anytime during June 2-30 to see the beautiful display of artwork.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Date/Time: Tuesday, 6/30, 1-6pm
Presenter: American Red Cross
Location: Community Room
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT: Click here and sign up for one of the time slots listed.
 
This is NOT a library-sponsored event.
For questions, please contact the Red Cross's CNY Chapter at 315-234-2200 or visit their website.
Book Clubs:
Love, Lies, and Cherry Pie by Jackie Lau
American Scripture: Making the Declaration of Independence by Pauline Maier
The Locked Door by Freida McFadden
Meet Cute
Monday, 6/1 at 7pm
Fireplace Seating
Registration Requested
History Roundtable
2-part series: Tuesdays,
6/16 & 6/23, 6:00- 7:30pm
Community Room
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
 
Thrilling Reads
Monday, 6/22 at 7pm
Fireplace Seating
Registration Requested
Recurring Programs:
Basket of Yarn with Reading Glasses
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
 
Tech Help:
One-on-One Techtorials
Dates/Times: Wednesdays, 6/10 & 6/24 at 11am, 12pm & 1pm
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:
STEM Friday
Friday, 6/12 at 3:30pm
For ages 9-13 | Registration requested
DIY: Friendship & Bag Charms
Monday, 6/8 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.
Service Project Saturday
Date/Time: Saturday, 6/20 at 11am
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Community Room
Join us for a monthly service project to help our community! This month, we are celebrating National Safety Month by writing thank you cards to Onondaga Hill Fire Department's volunteer firefighters for keeping us safe.
For families of all ages! | No registration required
Pokémon Trading Card Game
Date/Time: Wednesday, 6/24 at 6:00pm
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
For the Littles:
Family Storytime
Wednesdays,
6/10, 6/17 & 6/24 at 10am
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The Pigeon Has Feelings, Too! by Mo Willems
Baby Book Club
Friday, 6/12 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:
 
 
Juneteenth
Friday, 6/19 - CLOSED
 
Summer Weekend Hours
3rd Saturday in June through Labor Day
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Sunday: 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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