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Programs for the Month of April 2023 |
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Tech Help by AppointmentTuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM Do you need help getting around your laptop or tablet? Would you like to set up an email account? Do you want to download an eBook? Need help searching for and applying for jobs? Tech help appointments are now available. Appointments last up to 1 hour. Registration is required. Masks are required.
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Mah Jongg Club Tuesdays at 12:00 pm
Players of all experience levels are welcome to join. National Mah Jongg League rules. |
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Salina Trailwalkers: Onondaga Lake Saturday, April 1 at 10:00 am Meet in the Willow Bay parking lot. Look for the car with the blue flags. Rain date is 4/8. Please register. |
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Monday Mysteries: Elementary, She Read by Vicki Delany Monday, April 3 at 4:00 pm Join us in the library for our monthly mystery book club. This month we're discussing Elementary, She Read by Vicki Delany. New members are welcome! Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please email adults@salinalibrary.org for the link. For adults 18+. |
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Crochet Afghan 2023
Tuesday, April 4 at 6:00 pm Crochet a beautiful textured afghan throughout 2023. Learn a little more each month of the year. Bring an I hook and yarn. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Crochet Kit Giveaway: Peep
Begins Wednesday, April 5 Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. Limit 1 per patron. For adults 18+. |
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Crochet Help
Friday, April 7 at 11:00 am Get an hour of individual help with your crochet project or with learning to crochet. Registration is required. |
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Game Night: Mad Gab
Tuesday, April 11 at 6:00 pm Meet up for an evening of Mad Gab and decipher groups of unrelated words into real phrases before time runs out. Registration is required. For adults 18+. |
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Crafts for Seniors: Colorful Suncatcher
Friday, April 14 at 11:00 am Craft and chat with other seniors! This month we're making colorful art to hang in the window. Registration is required. |
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Crochet Help
Monday, April 17 at 4:00 pm Get an hour of individual help with your crochet project or with learning to crochet. Registration is required. |
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Mexican Train Dominoes
Monday, April 17 at 6:00 pm Meet up monthly on the 3rd Monday for an evening of playing Mexican Train Dominoes. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Create Wind Chimes
Tuesday, April 18 at 6:00 pm Create wind chimes for a musical Spring. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Craft Kit for Adults Giveaway: Wind Chimes
Begins Wednesday, April 19 Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+. Limit 1 per patron or 10 per group. |
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Salina Library Writing Group
Wednesday, April 19 at 6:30 pm Hone your writing skills or learn to write for various media. Facilitated by Debbie Stack, local author, editor, and TV scriptwriter, this group is a great way to get feedback and share questions and ideas. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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On the Same Page
Thursday, April 20 at 6:00 pm Join us in the library for a discussion of the books we've been reading, along with shows and movies based on books that we've been watching. Everyone is welcome to join in and tell us what you've liked, or haven't liked, lately. For adults 18+. Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please email adults@salinalibrary.org for the link. |
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Booktown: Waterfalls
Monday, April 24 at 4:00 pm A gathering for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We'll read and discuss books; April's topic is Waterfalls. Bring your own books on the monthly topic or books will be available. Booktown is a fun way to make friends in your community and work on your reading and listening skills. Registration is required as space is limited; each person who will be in the room must register. Masks are required. For adults 18+ accompanied by a friend or family member. |
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Knit a Bit
Monday, April 24 at 6:00 pm Knit, purl, and chat! Join the knitting circle and finish up some of your projects. Share tips and ideas as well. Never knitted before? Learn along with Janet! Bring your own supplies. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Page Turners Book Club: No Time Like the Future by Michael J. Fox
Tuesday, April 25 at 6:30 pm Join in our monthly discussion, in person or via Google Meet. Our April choice is No Time Like the Future by Michael J. Fox. For adults 18+. Limit 1 per patron. |
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Craft Kit for Adults with Disabilities: Glass Art Magnets
Begins Wednesday, April 26 Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+. Limit 1 per patron or 10 per group. |
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Time Travelers
Friday, April 28 at 11:00 am Join us in the library for our monthly Time Travelers Book Club. This month we're discussing A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong.. New members are welcome! For adults 18+. Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please email adults@salinalibrary.org for the link. |
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Dungeons & Dragons on Roll20: Sponsored by Salina Library
Happening Now Would you like to play D&D online? From the novice to the level 20 player, all are invited to join the Roll20 virtual tabletop game! If you’d like to DM, you can run a game or learn how to do it from an experienced Dungeon Master. You’ll need a computer, a mic, and high speed internet; a camera is optional. Want to learn more? Email us at DandD@salinalibrary.org. |
Monthly Kits for Kids & Teens |
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Early Learners Story Time Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – April 5, 12, 19, & 26 Get your child ready for school! With stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts, your child will learn important early literacy and social skills in an environment suited to their developmental needs. No registration required. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. For children ages 2-4 years old, with accompanying adult. Feel free to pick up a monthly Storytime at Home Kit for coloring pages, a craft, sticker, as well as songs and rhymes to join along with Miss Monica -- or create your own storytime -- from home! For more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524. |
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Pajama Story Time Thursday, April 13 at 6:00 pm Children ages 3-6, wear your comfiest pajamas for a special night-time story time and craft! We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. Please register in advance. |
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Pigeon Party! Friday, April 7 at 2:30 pm Are you a fan of Mo Willems’s book, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus? Do you like silly stories and zany fun? Come join us as we celebrate the Pigeon’s 20th birthday with fun, games, and of course, a story! For ages 4-8. Registration required. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. |
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Salina Teen Warriors Tuesday, April 11 at 4:30 pm Are you a teen in grades 6-12 who loves the library and wants to give back to the community? Pick up an application at our circulation desk to join our Teen Advisory Group, the Salina Teen Warriors! Members will be helping to brainstorm and create activities for the library, and more! We will be meeting in the community room, following COVID precautions. |
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Teen Sewing: Pokeball Pillow Thursday, April 6 at 2:30 pm Learn basic sewing techniques while making a Pokeball-shaped pillow! For teens in grades 6-12. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. Please register in advance. |
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Watercolor Crafts Wednesday, April 5 at 2:30 pm Learn neat watercolor techniques as we try a few different crafts using watercolor paints and markers! For ages 8-12. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. Please register in advance. |
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LEGO® Club Wednesday, April 12 at 4:00 pm Do you love LEGOs®? Join us as we build, build, build! For ages 5-12. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. For more information, call: 315-454-4524 |
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Friday Crafternoon Friday, April 21 at 3:30 pm Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 pm to make marble mazes. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. Please register in advance. For ages 4-12. |
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Family Art Show: Peep Diorama March 20-April 29 Families are invited to create a diorama on a theme of your choosing, using Peeps! Kits will be available starting Monday March 20, containing a box, Peeps and miscellaneous decorating supplies. Families are encouraged to create a scene together using the box and materials, along with any supplies from home. Bring the diorama back to the library with a title and description of the scene and it will be displayed in the Children’s Area during the month of April. To pick up a kit, stop by the library or set up a Curbside Pickup appointment by calling us at 315-454-4524. |
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Family Book Bingo Thursday, April 6 at 6:00 pm Families are invited for a night of bingo, with book prizes for all ages! We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. |
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