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Onondaga Free Library Winter Programming
December 2018, January & February 2019
Winter Bake-Off:
CHOCOLATE! Sunday, Feb. 10
Bakers - Entry Drop-off: 1:30-2:30pm Test your baking
skills and enter our 4th annual bake-off! Make a cake,
cookies, truffles or a secret family recipe that uses
chocolate. Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to
the Chocolate Pizza Company.
*Registration required by Wednesday, Feb. 6.
Tasting & Award Ceremony: 3pm Attend and vote for
your favorites prepared by local bakers! The winner will
be announced at the event.
*Sponsored by the Chocolate Pizza Company &
Co-presented with the Friends of OFL*
See page 3 for more programs for adults.
Holiday Concert:
Merry Mischief Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2pm
Come get into the holiday spirit and sing along with
holiday favorites and hear some fun original music.
Refreshments will be served.
Holiday fun for all ages! Registration requested.
*Sponsored by the Friends of OFL*
See next page for more holiday festivities!
Take Your Child to
the Library Day Saturday, Feb. 2
OFL has books, movies, puzzles, a puppet theater,
blocks, LEGOs, toys, special programming and more!
Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by
exploring all that OFL has to offer. Come make your
own bookmark and celebrate all things library!
Face Painting 11am - Noon
Registration requested.
See page 6 for more programs
for children & families.
Festival of Trees drawings to follow concert at 3pm!
American Girl:
Christmases Past Monday, Dec. 3 at 6pm
Come celebrate Christmas and other holiday traditions
from America's past. Enjoy snacks, songs, games, crafts
and more! For ages 7-12. Registration required.
Jewelry Class:
Rudolph Earrings Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 6:30pm
Come learn how to make these adorable reindeer
earrings, complete with a shiny nose! Cost: $7/person
For adults & teens, ages 12 & up. Registration required.
More Monthly Jewelry Classes: Jan. 8 & Feb. 5
Visit our online calendar to see photos of projects.
Holiday Gift Buzz Friday, Dec. 7 at 11am
'Tis the season for holiday shopping! Let your friends at
OFL help- We will offer suggestions for those on your list
who love books, tech gadgets and games.
Librarians will be highlighting our new technology
(GoPro, FitBit, Google Home, Amazon Echo and more!),
book recommendations for all ages as well as fun and
educational games and toys for kids. Refreshments will
be served.
For adults. Registration requested.
Gingerbread Houses Saturday, Dec. 8 at 11am
Come make a gingerbread house with us! We will
provide the supplies, but feel free to bring any specific
'decorations' you would like to use.
For kids, ages 8 & up! Registration required.
Holiday Book Exchange Dec. 7-16
Share the love of reading this season with a special
friend or sibling. Pick one book for a friend or family
member and wrap your gift.
Books and gift wrapping station will be on display in
the Storytime Room December 7-16.
Book selection is for elementary through teens.
Please take 1 book per child. Program runs while
supplies last.
Polar Express Party Saturday, Dec. 22 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
All aboard the Polar Express! Join us for cocoa and
crafts during our movie showing of this holiday classic!
Parents, need to finish some holiday shopping?
We’ve got you covered- This is a drop-off program!
Our Junior Library Volunteers will be on-hand to
babysit kids during this program.
Children must be picked up by 12:30pm.
For children, ages 5 & up! Registration required.
HolIday FestIvItIes
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Noon Year’s
Eve Party Monday, Dec. 31,
11:00am - 12:30pm Kids and parents are invited to ring in the
New Year with a celebration that will in-
clude music, dancing, crafts, snacks, and
a special countdown at noon!
For all ages! Registration required.
Stop the Bleed Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 6pm
No matter how rapidly professional emergency
responders arrive, bystanders are always first on the
scene. Empower yourself and learn how taking simple
steps might save a life! Presented by the Trauma
Department Staff, Upstate University Hospital
Space is limited– Registration required.
Women’s Investment Series
Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 6:30pm - Time Matters: A
Woman's Retirement Outlook - Discuss the financial
concerns facing women who are getting ready for
or have recently retired and learn income
strategies: perspectives around Social Security and
the rising costs of health care and long-term care.
Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 6:30pm - Outsmart the
Scammers - Learn how to spot certain red flags
that may indicate a fraudulent encounter,
resources you can turn to in the event you are
targeted and steps you can take now to help
protect yourself and your loved ones.
Presented by CJ Sturtevant, a financial advisor with
Edward Jones. Registration requested for each event.
Puzzle Swap
& Social
Saturday, 1/19 at 2pm
Bring your used puzzles, swap them out for different
ones and enjoy some refreshments with your fellow
puzzlers. Even work on puzzles together– There will be
puzzles set up for all ages and skill levels!
For all ages! Registration requested.
Poetry Open Mic Night Wednesday, Jan. 30 at 6:30pm
Come share your original poetry or short stories! Don't
write?... Read something by your favorite poet or just
simply listen to some incredible writing.
For adults & teens, ages 16 & up
Registration required if you would like to do a reading.
OFL Book Club Read popular books, both fiction and non-fiction, that
provoke discussion about many different topics.
Each month, meet new members and a new staff
facilitator. Come to as many or as few meetings as
you like… There is no obligation!
Wednesday, Dec. 12 at 7pm - Ginny Moon by
Benjamin Ludwig
Saturday, Jan. 12 at 10am - The Great Alone by
Kristin Hannah
Thursday, Feb. 28 at 7pm - Little Fires Everywhere by
Celeste Ng
Registration requested each month.
Trivia Nights Tuesdays, 12/18, 1/29 & 2/26 at 6:30pm
Are you a Wise Guy? A Smarty Pants? Prove it!
Refreshments will be provided and it’s free! So come
out, test your knowledge and exercise your mind.
Questions provided via a Google Home Mini and an
Amazon Echo Dot (2 items from our new Library of
Things collection– now available for check out!).
For adults & teens, ages 16 & up.
Registration requested for each session.
Techtorials Have a new laptop or tablet and need help getting
started? Want to learn how to set up an email, do
basic web searches or use Microsoft Office tools?
OR find out how you can borrow digital materials for
FREE through the library using Hoopla and Libby.
Call the library or visit our website www.oflibrary.org to
book a 1-on-1 appointment– Appointments are 30
minutes AND must be requested 3 days in advance.
Drop-In Tech Talks
Saturdays, 2-4pm
Jan. 26
Windows 10 Tips
Feb. 23
iOS 12 Tips
Adult Programs 3
Thursdays, 12/6, 1/3 & 2/7 at 7pm
Saturdays, 12/22, 1/26 & 2/23 at 2pm
Volunteer at the library and join our team of emerging
teen leaders. Make a positive impact in your
community, working with adult mentors and peers on
projects at the library. Volunteers help setup book
displays and write reviews- Share your favorite books
with other bibliophiles! This group can help teens fulfill
required volunteer service hours and prepare for
future college and career opportunities.
Application available online and at the library.
For teens in grades 7-12. Registration requested.
Thursdays, 12/20, 1/17 & 2/21 at 7pm
Calling all young writers - Are you working on a novel,
movie script or comic? Join our writing group. Play
fun games to help you develop characters and plot
twists for your story, check in with famous authors for
writing tips and more!
For grades 6 & up. Registration requested.
Saturdays, 12/22, 1/26 & 2/23 at 3pm
Drop in to discover new releases, get reading
recommendations and share your favorite books with
other bibliophiles! Bonus: Enjoy snacks and fun
giveaways!
For teens. Registration requested for each session.
Dec. 26 - Jan. 4
Learn how to solve the famous Rubik's Cube! Use our
step-by-step guides and videos to master the cube.
For more information: www.youcandothecube.com
Thursdays, 1/10 & 2/7 at 2pm
Homeschoolers are invited to explore various artists
and movements from antiquity to the present and
create your own masterpiece.
Jan. 10 - Greek Idealism
Feb. 7 - Roman Realism
For teens, ages 10 & up.
Registration required for each session.
Friday, Feb. 22, 9am - 4pm
By combining video, activities, hands-on skills training
and discussion, this course gives youths the knowledge
and confidence to care for infants and school-age
children. Course Fee: $55 cash or check - Bring to class
For ages 11-15. Registration required.
Minimum of 4 participants to hold class.
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Fridays at 3:30-4:30pm
December 7 - February 22
12-week program
Have you heard the exciting news? We are starting
a Girls Who Code club at OFL this winter! Girls can
take part in a multi-week program to learn
computer science skills. For girls, ages 10 & up.
LIMITED SPACE! Registration required-
Registering for Dec. 7 registers you for all 12 weeks.
Learn more about this national movement at
www.girlswhocode.com.
Crafts for a Cause Mondays, 12/10, 1/14 & 2/4 at 6:30pm
Join OFL as we partner with local organizations to help
make a difference through crafts!
Dec. 10 - Make t-shirt bags to donate to the Food
Bank of CNY (Please bring an old t-shirt and food
donations are encouraged!)
Jan. 14 - Make lip balm to donate to Vera House
Feb. 4 - Make bracelets that we will sell at the library-
100% of the proceeds will be donated to the CNY
Diaper Bank
For all ages! Registration requested for each session.
Fancy Nancy Valentine’s Party
Saturday, Feb. 16 at 2pm Get FANCY with Miss Maggie & Mrs. Tucker and enjoy
crafts, snacks, stories and more! The Grand Finale will
be a runway show, so wear your fanciest clothes and
get ready to show your flair!
For children, ages 3 & up. Registration required.
Music & Stories with Donna B.
Fridays, 12/21, 1/18 & 2/15 at 10:30am Have fun singing songs, dancing, sharing stories and
more with one of our favorites- Miss Donna!
For children, ages 3 & up. Registration requested.
Weekly Programs Baby Storytime: For ages 2 & under.
Tuesdays at 11am
Wiggleworms: For ages 2-6.
Wednesdays at 10:15am AND... Monthly: Fridays, 12/7, 1/4 & 2/1 at 10:15 & 11am Registration required for each session.
Family Storytimes: For children, ages 2 & up.
Wednesdays & Thursdays at 11am
Note: No storytimes or Wiggleworms Dec. 25 - Jan. 1
S.T.E.A.M. Discovery Mondays, 12/10, 1/14, 1/28, 2/11 & 2/25,
4:00-5:00pm
Join our after-school club! Discover fun challenges
and games each week. Work with robots, create
video games, build with LEGOs and more!
For kids, ages 8 & up. Registration required.
Pokémon Wednesdays, 12/12 & 2/20 at 6:30pm
Come play this game of strategy and friendly
competition. All skill levels are supported and guided.
A limited supply of decks are available- Players are
welcome to bring their own! For kids, ages 7 & up.
*Special Build Your Deck Session: Jan. 2, 5:00-7:30pm -
Come show us your new cards and TCGPlayer will
give you sleeves and deck boxes to start the new
year! For kids, ages 8 & up. Registration requested.
Presented by TCGPlayer.com professionals.
Young Artists Saturdays, 1/12 & 2/9 at 2pm
Your child is invited to join our Young Artists group.
Each session features a short introduction to a specific
style of art followed by an opportunity for the kids to
create masterpieces of their own.
Jan. 12 - Greek Idealism | Feb. 9 - Roman Realism
For kids, ages 8 & up. Registration required.
Games & Trivia! Game Day: Saturday, Dec. 29, 2-4pm
Families, join us for fun with trivia, board games,
puzzles, toys and more! Registration requested.
Trivia Nights: Tuesdays, 1/15 & 2/19 at 6:30pm
Join us for family-friendly trivia! Earn prizes by
answering questions and simply having fun!
For all ages! Registration requested for each session.
Programs for Children & Families 5
Meet Moose & Friends!
Meet Moose, Laura Hand and a special guest each month to learn about different topics. Then, take turns reading to
Moose (who is quite the listener), work on crafts and play trivia. Recommended for ages 6-10. Registration requested.
Fridays, Dec, 7 at 3:30pm,
Jan. 4 (OFFSITE) & Feb. 22 at 11am
Friends of OFL
Onondaga Free Library 4840 West Seneca Turnpike
Syracuse, NY 13215
Phone: (315) 492-1727
Fax: (315) 492-1323
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.oflibrary.org
Library Hours Monday - Thursday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Friday & Saturday
10am - 5pm
Sunday :: 1-5pm
Summer Weekend Hours (July 1st - Labor Day)
Saturday :: 10am - 2pm
Sunday :: CLOSED
Connect with Us: @OnondagaFreeLib
FREE RAFFLE:
Gifford Lecture Series Win 2 tickets to see New York Times
bestselling author Louise Penny at
the Civic Center on March 4 as part
of the Friends of Central Library’s
Rosamond Gifford Lecture Series.
The winner will also receive a copy
of Penny’s newest novel, Kingdom
of the Blind.
Tickets will be available Jan. 2.
1 Entry per person.
Drawing: Friday, Feb. 1 at 10am
Annual
Membership Drive
Through Dec. 31
The Friends continue to be a huge
asset to the library!
Current Friends, look for your
membership form arriving in the
mail just after Thanksgiving. If you
would like to become a Friend of
OFL, stop by the library to pick up a
membership brochure or go to
www.oflibrary.org to print a form
out at home.
Remember when you’re holiday shopping…
The Friends of OFL are a supported
charity on AmazonSmile!
Friends of OFL Monthly Meetings - Regularly 1st Wednesday at 6:30pm
Meeting Dates: Dec. 5, Jan. 2 & Feb. 6
Christmas: Closed December 24 & 25
New Year’s: Close at 5pm Dec. 31; Closed Jan. 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Closed January 21
Presidents Day: Closed February 18
Library Closings:
OFL Board of Trustees Monthly Meetings - Regularly 4th Wednesday at 6pm
Meeting Dates: Dec. 19, Jan. 23 & Feb. 27
Underground Railroad
Lap Quilt Raffle Quilts may have played a
significant role in communication
between slaves and helped them
on their way to freedom.
In honor of Black History month, the
Friends will be raffling off a beautiful
lap quilt whose design is inspired by
the Underground Railroad.
Tickets will be available Feb. 1.
$5 each or 5 for $20
Drawing: Thursday, Feb. 28 at 4pm
12th Annual
Festival of Trees Display: 11/26 - 12/15
Raffle Drawings: Saturday, Dec. 15 at 3pm
Come in anytime to see a beautiful display of
miniature Christmas trees decorated by local
businesses, schools, community groups and families.
Take a chance a winning a tree full of holiday cheer!
You might even get to take your favorite one home to
enjoy during the holidays! Buy your tickets at the front
desk. Tickets: $1 each or 6 for $5
Crafts, Coffee &
Conversation Every Thursday, 9:30-10:30am
2nd Floor, Fireplace Seating
Want to learn a new craft? Or continue your favorite
craft in a fun social setting? Join the Friends crafts
and hobbies group! The Friends of OFL invite you to
meet, chat and share crafting/hobby ideas while you
work on your current projects.
There is no charge or obligation – just bring your craft/
hobby and a friend! Coffee will be provided.
