Manlius Library Youth Connection
May 2021
News
We've expanded our hours!
 
Our expanded hours are as follows:
Monday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Friday and Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
Our building is open! All in-building visits must be kept under one hour. You can browse and check out items, use a computer, print, copy, fax, scan, get notary and reference help, and more! We encourage using our Curbside Pickup service to pick up materials.
Curbside Pickup
Available in our vestibule during open hours

If you have holds to pick up, call the library or visit our event calendar to choose your pickup day.
Want additional items or don't have holds, but want books, DVDs, or magazines? Please visit this link to fill out the Reader's Advisory form. Whether you want a cozy mystery or action-packed thriller, our librarians will work to find the best titles for any age and interest!
Closed Memorial Day Weekend
 
Manlius Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday, May 29, Sunday, May 30, and Monday, May 31. We will reopen on Tuesday, June 1 at 10:00 am.
Download our app!
 
We’re excited to announce that we have a new mobile app! You can search the OCPL catalog for materials, place and cancel holds, manage your account, renew items, learn about our new services and programs, and more!
 
To download, please visit the app store on your tablet or mobile device (on iOS devices, the App Store; on Android devices, the Google Play store). Just search for “Manlius Library” and our app will be the first entry. Launch the app, enter your library card information, and you’re all set!
 
Questions? Call us at 315-682-6400 or email our help desk.
For Your Safety
 
Masks are required, covering both nose and mouth, when using the library for curbside pickup or during open hours. 
 
Library staff is screened daily to decrease chances of spreading the virus.
 
If you need assistance, please call the library at 315-682-6400 or email us at help@manliuslibrary.org. 
 
We are not accepting material donations at this time.
We're Fine Free!

Fines will still be charged on high-value/limited inventory items such as park passes, e-readers, and Wi-Fi kits. Items that are more than 60 days overdue will be considered lost, and the replacement cost will be charged to your account. Once a lost item is returned, the replacement charge on your account will be waived.
Highlighted Resources
School at Home

Get connected to great resources to help your child with their school work by clicking the link above!
LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda) features an extensive collection of award-winning online courses and video tutorials to help you learn business, technical and creative skills. Choose from thousands of online courses to learn in-demand skills from real-world industry experts. Get started with your library card.
Brainfuse

We’re proud to offer free access to Brainfuse to our patrons! Brainfuse allows patrons of all ages to interact with live tutors in a wide range of state and common core-aligned subjects, including math, science, reading, and writing. Brainfuse users receive personalized tutoring via a versatile and user-friendly online classroom.
Peterson's Test and Career Prep

Our patrons have access to Peterson’s Test and Career Prep, a valuable online tool that learners can use for standardized test preparation, researching undergraduate and graduate programs, finding tuition assistance and exploring careers. Library patrons can pursue new career paths with test prep assistance for career certification exams and get help with resumes, cover letters, and building interviewing and networking skills. Visit their webpage to get started!
Virtual Story Times
Virtual Story Times with Miss Karen 
Mondays - Thursdays at 9:00 am
Manlius Library YouTube Channel

On Mondays through Thursdays at 9am, you and your little one can enjoy Story Time with Miss Karen from home!
 
Mondays & Wednesdays: Toddler Story Time
Tuesday & Thursdays: Preschool Story Time
Jigglebugs Online
Mondays at 10:00 am
Manlius Library Facebook Live

Join Miss Windy for Jigglebugs, streaming online through Facebook Live!
 
Follow us on Facebook to get notifications, or just visit our page on Mondays at 10 am: https://www.facebook.com/manliuslibrary/
Pajama Story Time Online
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
Manlius Library Facebook Live

Join Miss Windy for a pre-bedtime story time, streaming online through Facebook Live!
 
Follow us on Facebook to get notifications, or just visit our page on Wednesdays at 7 pm: https://www.facebook.com/manliuslibrary/
Sharin' with Miss Karen
Mondays at 2:00 pm
Manlius Library YouTube Channel

Miss Karen misses her friends and wants to see you! Every Monday at 2 pm, Miss Karen will share pictures from her friends showing what fun they've been up to. Have a grown-up email Miss Karen your pictures at kporcello@manliuslibrary.org so that we can see what fun you're having!
Virtual Programs for Kids
Meet & Munch with Miss Windy
Thursdays at 4:00 pm
Virtual Children's Room 

Meet & Munch with Miss Windy via Zoom! Bring a snack and choose what you'd like to do with Miss Windy! You can create a recipe, craft, draw, read together, start homework or just chat with Miss Windy. Registration is required for each session to receive the Zoom link, which will be emailed prior to event time.
Weird Science
Fridays at 12:00 pm
Manlius Library YouTube Channel

Miss Windy will give directions, instructions or demonstrate a simple at home experiment for you to try. Take a picture and post on our Instagram page with a tag @ManliusLibrary #Miss Windy. We can't wait to hear about your results! Check out our Weird Science playlist on YouTube to watch this week's video!
Grab & Go Kits for Kids
Saturdays, May 15 & 29 at 10:00 am
Manlius Library YouTube Channel

Grab & Go Kits for Kids have all of the supplies needed to create a fun project from home! Though each kit will have written instructions, Miss Windy will also demonstrate how to build your project on our YouTube Channel.
 
Please register to reserve your kit! Once you have registered, please email Miss Windy or call 315-682-6400 to set up a time to pick up your kit. Kits can be picked up as early as one week before the event begins, and will remain available as supplies last.
 
Note: If you have multiple children, you must register each child individually, as each kit has supplies to complete one project. 
 
May 15: Pipe Cleaner Person
May 29: American Flag Pin
Create Your Own
Saturdays, May 8 & 22 at 10:00 am
Manlius Library YouTube Channel

Check out Miss Windy as she demonstrates some cool projects for you to try on our Create Your Own YouTube playlist. Then, tag @manliuslibrary your results with a picture or comments on our Manlius Library Instagram page.
 
May 8: Water Pollution "Goldie Fish"
May 22: Homemade Rain Gauge
 
 
And check out pop-up programs for children on our YouTube Channel!
 
 
Virtual Programs for Teens
Check out our virtual interactive Teen Room!
 
Use this link to check it out!
 
 
Teen Book Tuesday
Tuesdays at 4:00 pm
Manlius Library YouTube Channel
 

Join Lorie every Tuesday at 4 pm to learn more about new books, suggested reading, great places to find books, and other terrific Teen bookish news!
 
Check out the Teen Book Tuesday playlist!
Take and Make (for teens and tweens)
Thursdays, May 6 & 20 at 3:00 pm
Manlius Library YouTube Channel
 
A new kit and video every other Thursday at 3:00 pm! Registration for each kit begins one week before the video drop date and continues until kits are gone. All videos will be posted to the Teen Take & Make playlist on our YouTube channel.
 
Register on our event calendar (each artist should register separately), and then email Lorie to arrange a take and make kit for curbside pickup. You can follow along with the week’s video or use the included instructions to make something special!
 
May 6: Decorate Journals & Watercolor Landscapes
May 20: Nail/String Art & Zen Doodling
Virtual Trivia Nights
Wednesdays, May 5 & 19 at 7:30 pm
Virtual Teen Room

Join Lorie on Zoom and Kahoot for Teen Trivia! Compete for a prize pack to be picked up via our curbside service. There will be a prize for the top live score.  Email Lorie at lfinger@manliuslibrary.org for the invite link.  You'll need both Zoom and Kahoot (on separate devices) to play the live game.
 
May 5: Hunger Games
May 19: Video Games
Manlius Library
1 Arkie Albanese Ave
Manlius, New York 13104
(315) 682-6400

www.manliuslibrary.org