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Registration is now open for all May programs! |
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FUNDRAISER: 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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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we're prioritizing your well-being! We understand the importance of self-care and are excited to offer a special giveaway: a thoughtfully curated self-care kit designed to promote relaxation, mindfulness, and overall mental wellness. This giveaway is our way of reminding you that your mental health matters. Take a moment for yourself and prioritize your well-being. For teens & adults - 1 kit per person |
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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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Anime ClubDate/Time: Friday, 5/16 at 3:30pm
Presenter: OFL Staff
Location: Teen SpaceAnime at the library? Believe it! Come watch a favorite with your librarians, talk to other interested teens, eat a snack, and enjoy an activity at our casual hang-out.
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The Wonders & Perils of Spring Bird MigrationDate/Time: Monday, 5/19, 6:30-8:00pm
Presenter: Meredith Barges SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry, Chair, Lights Out Central New York
Location: Community Room
It's peak spring bird migration! This presentation will explore the incredible journeys that migratory birds make to Central New York every spring. Attendees will learn what kinds of birds migrate through our region. Where are they going? Why do they fly so far, and how does the springtime eruption of insects, pollen, and sap affect the timing of migration? Learn about the perils that migrating birds face and the simple steps we can take at home and at work to help migrating birds reach their destinations safely.For teens & adults | REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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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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Fantasy: The Floating World by Axie OhAn amnesiac sword-for-hire and a village girl with a strange magical power become entangled in worlds-altering events, and each other's destinies. |
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Mystery: The Summer I Ate the Rich by Maika MouliteSeventeen-year-old Haitian American zombie Brielle seeks revenge on the wealthy elites responsible for her immigrant family's pain. |
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Realistic Fiction: Under the Fading Sky by Cynthia KadohataSixteen-year-old Elijah thinks his vaping habit is harmless until it becomes a crippling addiction of nightmarish dimensions. |
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Romance: If We Were A Movie by Zakiya N. JamalRochelle 'the Shell' Coleman is laser focused on only three things: becoming valedictorian, getting into Wharton, and, of course, taking down her annoyingly charismatic nemesis and only academic competition, Amira Rodriguez. However, despite her stellar grades, Rochelle's college application is missing that extra special something: a job. When Rochelle gets an opportunity to work at Horizon Cinemas, the beloved Black-owned movie theater, she begrudgingly jumps at the chance to boost her chances at getting into her dream school. There's only one problem: Amira works there...and is also her boss. |
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Graphic Novel: The Hazards of Love 2: As Above, So Below by Stan StanleyAmparo is trapped in Bright World, a realm ruled by flesh-hungry inhabitants, and is turning into a monster, but Amparo's girlfriend Iolanthe hasn't given up on finding Amparo, who must fight to stay alive. |
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Board Games We've added new board games to the Teen Space! New games include Betrayal at the House on the Hill, Exploding Kittens, Dixit, Sushi Go, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza and Ticket to Ride. Stop by with a friend and challenge them to one of these fun games! |
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Xbox One
Our Xbox One is available to play anytime the library is open! Bring your own controller or check out one of the library's controllers with your library card. For teens in grades 6+ |
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Gaming PCOur GAMING PC is ready for use! It's so fun and colorful! Adults and teens (12+) are welcome to play Roblox, Portal 2, Deliver Us the Moon and other web-based games. Have suggestions for other games you would like installed? See staff or email us at info@oflibrary.org. Must have a library card | For ages 12+
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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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