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Join the Strathmore Speakers Series and OFL for an afternoon with NASA engineer and Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover team member Jeff Megivern. Perseverance's successful landing on Mars on February 18, 2021 was a testament to NASA's resourcefulness, technical expertise, and dedication to the pursuit of knowledge. Equipped with a helicopter named Ingenuity, Perseverance is on a mission to seek out signs of ancient life and collect samples of rock and regolith (broken rock and soil) for possible return to Earth. During this talk, Megivern will provide an overview of the Mars 2020 mission, discuss the challenges inherent in robotic exploration of the Red Planet, describe his role as part of the Perseverance systems team, and give us an insider's look at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Most of this program will be conducted interview style and we are asking those who plan on attending to submit questions via this online form by Saturday, May 8th.
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Diverse Voices Book Club Wednesday, May 12, 7:00 pm | IN PERSON in the library's garden (RAIN LOCATION: ONLINE via Zoom- will be notified in advance of change) OFL has launched a book club, bringing together readers interested in discovering and discussing diverse literature. New members welcome each month. No obligation - participants may join in or opt out of any club meeting and discussions. This month's selection: Waste: One Woman's Fight Against America's Dirty Secret by Catherine Coleman Flowers Catherine Coleman Flowers, an environmental activist and MacArthur "genius" grant winner, tells Pamela Rush's story in Waste: One Woman's Fight Against America's Dirty Secret. The book spotlights an unpleasant and complicated problem - the lack of proper waste sanitation in rural America - and the phenomenal toll it takes on public health and dignity.
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IN PERSON AT THE LIBRARY Back by popular demand- but we're doing it a little different this time around! If you're swapping, simply pick as many puzzles as your voucher says. If you did not swap any puzzles, each puzzle will be marked with a suggested donation price. (Cash and checks only) Note: Puzzles are while supplies last- The earlier you come, the better the selection! The library is open 10am-2pm. NO REGISTRATION. Thank you to everyone who donated and will purchase puzzles- All proceeds benefit OFL!
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Jewelry Class: Just Breathe Bangle Bracelet Wednesday, May 12, 6:30 pm | ONLINE via Zoom Join us this month in raising awareness about mental health and #endthestigma around mental illness. We all need a reminder once in a while when things get stressful to simply just take a breath and with this project, you can wear that reminder right on your wrist. This silver bangle bracelet will feature a charm that says "breathe", a lotus flower charm and 3 Swarovski crystal beads. - REGISTER for this class.
- Stop by the library anytime during normal business hours to pick up your kit and pay for the supplies ($7 per person) and check out a tool kit (must have valid OCPL card).
- Within 48 hours of picking up your supplies, you will receive an email with the link to join the Zoom meeting.
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Looking for tech support for your computer, laptop or mobile device? Need assistance setting up your Windows PC or Macbook? Or would you like to learn how to use one of the library's many digital services, such as Overdrive/Libby, Hoopla, Ancestry or Testing & Education Resource Center? Then our one-on-one techtorials are for you! During these one hour appointments, OFL's Digital Services & Technology Librarian will assist you with all your tech needs. Due to high demand, patrons can book only 2 techtorials per month. Limit to one patron per appointment.
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Self Care Kits Giveaway May 10-15 Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month and pick up a self-care kit located on our Adult Mental Wellness display and Teen Area Mindfulness display. Each kit contains mindfulness activities and mental health resources to help you stay healthy and reduce stress. Kits include a gratitude journal, mindful-coloring pages, bubbles/breathing exercises, affirmation cards, fidget toy/grounding object and a self-care bingo sheet. Recommended for adults and teens, ages 12 and up. No registration required – Available while supplies last
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NASA engineer Jeff Megivern will be joining us VIRTUALLY as part of the Strathmore Speaker Series on May 15th at 2pm to talk about Perseverance, the Mars Rover! Sign your child up for this activity kit to learn more about the red planet. If your child has any questions for Mr. Megivern, please help them fill out this online form, so their question can be asked at our live event on May 15th.
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ONLINE via Zoom OR Facebook Live Join Mrs. Maggie and Ms. Kori for fun, live storytimes filled with songs, games and activities! Recommended for ages 2 & up. No registration or Facebook account required to view on Facebook.
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We Need Diverse Books Reading Challenge NOW through June 1 | Submit entry form by June 5thRead a diverse book and discover new characters and stories that invite you to explore the world! Share what you learned with family and friends. The Challenge: Read a book that has the “We Need Diverse Books” label on the cover, then write a review and/or draw a picture on the reverse side of this entry form. Then, turn in this completed entry form to OFL to receive a prize! One entry per child. *Entries must be returned to Onondaga Free Library in person for prize pickup (we can accommodate curbside contact-free submission). *Last day to turn in an entry form and claim a prize is Saturday, June 5th.
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Wednesday, May 19 at 4pm | OPTIONAL in-person field trip meetup Learn ways to calm down, de-stress and feel great! Each month, pickup a project kit from the library, then join us for a meetup as we work on the project kit as a group and practice other mindfulness activities. Join Ms. Feeney and Mrs. Newton for a special field trip to Clark Reservation State Park and go on a nature walk. Parents/Guardians are welcome to participate. *Can't join the nature walk? The kit will provide resources for you to plan your own hike at a beautiful park near you! Once you've registered, stop by the library anytime during normal business hours to pick up your mindfulness kit.
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Baby Play & Learn Kit and Parent Café Friday, June 4 at 10:30am | ONLINE via Zoom Sing, talk, read, write and play with your child every day! This kit includes some fun items to help engage with your child in meaningful and purposeful ways. Join us for a VIRTUAL meetup for lap bounces and a parent cafe to meet other new parents in our community.
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We're now open TWO NIGHTS a week! OFL is now open Monday night in addition to Wednesday nights. We're open until 8:30pm both nights! Come visit us!!
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Many of our TOYS are available to play with again! Plan a library visit for your whole family! During your visit, your kids will have a blast playing with toys in our STEAM Station, Play & Learn Center and more!
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Onondaga Free Library 4840 West Seneca Tpk Syracuse, NY 13215 315-492-1727
Current Hours: Monday 10am-8:30pm Tuesday 10am-5pmWednesday 10am-8:30pmThursday 10am-5pmFriday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-2pm | Sunday CLOSED
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