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Calling all artists, crafters and creatives... In anticipation of Spring, we will be raffling off community-decorated birdhouses and we’re looking for decorators. This is a great opportunity to express yourself and support the library! I - One birdhouse per person/family/organization
- Decorate in a weather resistant fashion (paint, pyrography, decoupage, etc.).
- Interested? Email fundraising@oflibrary.org with subject “Birdhouse”
- Pickup starts Monday, 3/30; decorated birdhouse must be returned by Friday, 4/1
Display & Raffle: May 1st - June 6th |
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For all ages! No registration necessary |
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Friday, 4/3 at 1:30pm For all ages, 5+ |
Celebrating National Poetry Month! |
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Poetry ContestDates: Wednesday, 4/1 - Thursday, 4/30Express yourself through poetry! Submit an original poem to be entered to win a prize bundle. 4 winners, 1 in each of the following age groups: - Kids in grades K-4
- Tweens in grades 5-8
- Teens in grades 9-12
- Adults, ages 18+
Entry forms are available online starting April 1st.
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Poetry Open Mic NightDate/Time: Monday, 4/13, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Community Room
Unleash your inner poet! We welcome all levels of poets to share their original work as well as poetry lovers to recite some of their favorites. Connect with the community, gain stage experience and enjoy an evening of diverse and inspiring poetry.
Recommended for adults | Registration requested
All poetry enthusiasts are encouraged to attend- Only those planning on doing a reading are asked to register. Depending on registrations, readings may be limited on time.
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Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Spring MigrationDate/Time: Monday, 4/6, 9-11am
Presenter: Peter Saracino, Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Naturalist
Location: OFFSITE: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge (3395 US-20, Seneca Falls, NY 13148)Witness one of the great spectacles of the natural world: the spring geese and waterfowl migration at Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge. Watch as tens of thousands of geese, ducks, and birds of prey stop over at Montezuma on their way north to their summer breeding grounds. *Directions to the exact meeting location will be emailed to all registrants approximately two days prior to the event.
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Author Event: Listen to Your Heart Song by Caron GrossmanDate/Time: Thursday, 4/9, 6:30-7:30pm
Location: Community RoomListen to Your Heart Song chronicles Caron Grossman’s survival of a heart attack while exposing the unique, often-overlooked symptoms of heart disease specifically affecting women. Leveraging her background as a registered nurse and her personal resilience, Grossman transforms her recovery into a mission of advocacy to empower others to recognize life-saving warning signs. This memoir serves as both a vital health resource and a profound exploration of transformation, reflecting the author’s lifelong dedication to navigating grief and emotional healing.
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Presenter: Katie St. Laurent
Location: Community Room
Learn about the beautiful practice of writing pysanky, traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs! Pysanky are made using a stylus to apply melted wax, then dyed with vivid colors. Learn about the symbolism of the colors and motifs and the history of this ancient art form, and write your own pysanka! All materials will be provided, including eggs. |
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American Red Cross Blood DriveDate/Time: Thursday, 4/30, 2-6pm
Presenter: American Red Cross
Location: Community RoomThis 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 AN APPOINTMENT: Click here and sign up for one of the time slots listed.
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Monday, 4/6 at 7pm Fireplace Seating |
Saturday, 4/18 at 2pm Fireplace Seating |
Saturday, 4/18, 11am-1pm Fireplace Seating No registration necessary |
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Fireplace SeatingLed by Community Volunteer |
Community Room Self-directed |
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- Wednesday, 4/22 at 11am, 12pm & 1pm
- Wednesdays, 4/22 & 4/29 at 2pm & 3pm
Presenter: OFL's Tech Librarian or a Community Volunteer
Location: Room 218
The tech gurus are in and ready to help! Sign up for 1-on-1 appointments to learn new computer/tech skills. |
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Anything But College FairDate/Time: Monday, 4/27, 4pm-7pm
Presenter: OFL's Teen Librarian
Location: Community RoomOFL's Anything But College Fair is a great opportunity for teens looking to explore career paths that don't require a traditional four year-degree. Representatives from local direct-to-career organizations will be onsite, ready to answer questions and provide information about training programs and career opportunities available to students. For ages 12-18 | DROP-IN- No registration necessary
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Zine WorkshopMonday, 4/20 - Friday, 4/24DROP-IN- No registration necessary |
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Celebrate Earth Day with Nature LiteracyDate/Time: Wednesday, 4/22, 1:30-4:00pm
Presenter: OFL's Children's Librarian
Location: Community RoomJoin is for a celebration of our beautiful world, and all things Nature on this Earth Day. The community room will offer a spread of Nature Literacy stations that you can drop in and interact. We will have a Moss Petting Zoo, Jaw Bone matching games, Scat Snack Matching Games, and more! Recommended for ages 5-12 but all ages are welcome! | No registration necessary
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Service Project SaturdayDate/Time: Saturday, 4/4 at 2:30pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Community RoomJoin us for a monthly service project to help our community!
This month, we are celebrating Earth Day by making native seed packets to give away to our patrons. For families of all ages! | No registration required
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*Note: Time is different from Family Storytime.
Presenter: Donna Butterfield
Location: Community Room Get ready to move, shake, and play! Join us for an special interactive musical storytime with Donna B. that will be filled with bubbles, stickers, and lots of fun. |
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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 Saturday Hours:
3rd Saturday in June through Labor Day Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
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