Maxwell Memorial
October 2019 News and Events
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Online calendar and class registration click here:
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Hours:
Monday-Thursday
10 AM-8 PM
Friday
10 AM-5 PM
Saturday
10 AM-3 PM
closed Sundays
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Contact us:
14 Genesee Street
Camillus, NY 13031
315-672-3661
maxmemlib@yahoo.com
www.maxwellmemoriallibrary.org
NEW-- Some of our emails will show the domain: @maxwellmemoriallibrary.org
Find us on social media:
@maxmemlib
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Update on OCPL's System
The library’s system is almost back to normal. You may experience some slowness when accessing your account from home, but this is happening less often. Don’t hesitate to call us during regular hours if you need assistance. The automatic system for notifying patrons by phone when holds come in doesn’t work, so we will call you ourselves. Email and text notification is working well. Please make sure we have your correct contact information!
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If you are interested in serving on Maxwell’s board, please fill out a simple form (available on the library’s website)
and mail it to:
ATTN: Board of Trustees, Maxwell Memorial Library
14 Genesee Street
Camillus, New York 13031
New members are welcome!
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COMING IN NOVEMBER
Enter for a chance to win one of
several value-backed gift baskets, generously assembled and donated by Maxwell’s Trustees!
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Retired from her career as a customer service banker, self-taught artist and Syracuse native Anna Stefanco paints for pleasure, for relaxation, and for her
fortunate friends. Maxwell Library's Friends Group has invited Mrs. Stefanco to share her lovely florals, still lifes, landscapes, and animal paintings in this month's exhibit.
The public is cordially invited to meet Anna Stefanco and learn more about our Friends Group at the Friends of Maxwell Memorial Library Annual Open House on Saturday, October 19, from noon to 2 p.m.
shown here:
Pot of Gold, watercolor, by Anna Stefanco
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Check out Maxwell's two book clubs for adults, Unraveling Yarns and Between the Lines. Stop in for a copy of next month's selections and a reading guide. No need to register, but it can help us plan better.
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Unraveling Yarns Book Club
All book selections have a mystery or suspense theme. Bring your needlework and unravel a different plot each month. Non-knitters are also welcome.
Thursday, October 10
10:30 AM-NOON
Nicci French's Sunday Silence
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Between the Lines Book Club
The group reads a variety of genres, from literary fiction to suspenseful bestsellers. Everyone is welcome.
Monday, October 28
2-3:30 PM
Chris Bohjalian's
The Sleepwalker
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How to Grow Microgreens Workshop
Presented by Todd Marsh
Saturday, October 5
11 AM-1 PM
Free, but please bring $8 if you would like to purchase a microgreens kit.
Registration required as space is limited.
What are microgreens, why are they becoming so popular, and should you start using them? This workshop will give you answers to these questions and show you how to grow microgreens right in your own home. Learn which microgreens you should grow, where to grow them, how to care for them, how to harvest fresh microgreens, and how to use them in food preparation. Microgreens kits will be available at a highly discounted cost of $8.00. The kit includes all the equipment and supplies necessary to plant and grow your own tray of microgreens at home. Purchase is not mandatory to watch the demonstration and presentation. Please indicate during registration if you want to purchase a kit.
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CNY Technology User Group
Monday, October 7, 5:30 to 7:30 PM
For novices through professionals, the group explores the ever-changing world of technology, whether it involves laptops, cell phones, home security systems, or anything else that interests the inquisitive mind.
Each meeting starts with a Q&A session, so bring those pesky problems that have been troubling you. For more information, go to the Central New York PC User Group website at www.cnypcug.org.
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Maxwell Matinee
Tuesday, October 8
2 PM
Yesterday
2019; PG-13; 117 minutes.
Free. Registration preferred. For adults.
After a freak accident during a worldwide blackout, struggling musician Jack Malik wakes to discover that he is the only person in the world to remember The Beatles. Using this newfound benefit to his advantage, Jack begins plagiarizing the work of the legendary band to launch his career to superstardom. Seating is limited, so please reserve your place online or by calling 315-672-3661.
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Career Fair
Wednesday, October 9, 12-3 PM. Free. No registration.
Representatives from companies across different industries will be on hand to answer your questions and accept applications for open positions.
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October is Family History Month
In addition to our monthly Genealogy Roundtable on October 16, Maxwell director and genealogist Amanda Perrine is presenting two special programs this month. Both are free; please register.
Genealogy Lock-In
Saturday, October 19, 2-6 PM
Use library databases and resources to work on your personal genealogy research.
Beginner's Genealogy Workshop
Monday, October 21, 5:30-7:30 PM
Want to learn more about where your family came from? This class will teach you how to start with yourself and move back through your family tree.
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Friends of Maxwell Library Open House
Saturday, October 19, 12-2 PM. Free. No registration.
The public is invited to the annual Friends of Maxwell Memorial Library Open House. Learn more about the group of dedicated volunteers who have been advocating for and supporting your library for over 25 years. This will also be the drawing for the Friends' 50/50 raffle to help fund BookPage.
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Celtic and Germanic Stories, Songs, and Poems of Antiquity
Thursday, October 24
6:30-7:30 PM. Free. Please register.
Terry McMaster returns to Maxwell Library to present stories, songs, and poetry from Irish, Welsh, Scottish, and German traditions. Included will be the ancient Song of Amergin, the Welsh tale of shape-shifting transformation The Birth of Taliesin, and the Irish tune of love and longing Star of the County Down. McMaster will teach Lewis Carroll's Jabberwocky in German, as well as the medieval Charm Against the Night-Mare, and will perform The Deer's Cry/St. Patrick's Breastplate in Medieval Irish. McMaster is an independent researcher specializing in the immigration of Scots-Irish pioneers to the New York frontier and their participation in the American Revolution. He is an addiction therapist at Professional Counseling Services in Camillus.
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Genealogy Roundtable
with Amanda Perrine
October focus: FamilySearch.org
Learn how to use FamilySearch.org, the world's largest collection of free family trees, genealogy records and resources.
Wednesday, October 16
1-3 PM
Free. Registration preferred.
Both beginners and longtime researchers are welcome.
Get tech savvy by attending Tech Librarian Pete’s monthly classes
or schedule a one-on-one technology assistance appointment.
Catch up on what you missed through
the Digital tab>Monthly Tech Programs>Handouts and other resources on our website.
Internet Research Tips
Thursday, October 24
1:30-2:30 PM
Free. Registration preferred.
The internet provides ready access to a lot of information, both useful and suspect. In this month’s tech program, Tech Librarian Pete Schult will look at ways to improve your web searches. This will include technical tips for crafting search engine searches as well as tips for evaluating the various pages that a search engine returns.
Get crafty with Alyson!
Greeting Cards for Fall
Thursday, October 10
5:30-6:30 PM
and 6:30-7:30 PM
Free. For adults only.
Due to the popularity of this program, there are two sessions--
sign up for either 5:30 or 6:30 PM.
Make two beautiful layered cards with Alyson Esposito. There will be one Fall birthday and one pumpkin border card, perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Complete the designs using rubber stamps and colored pencils and your choice of several sentiments.
Free. Registration required as each class is limited to 10.
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Wondering what to read next? Here are two simple tools to help you decide:
--The Friends of Maxwell provide BookPage in print format for our patrons. You can also read BookPage through this link on our website and get great suggestions for your next book.
--As Maxwell adds new material, we update several lists on our website through the On the Shelf tab. Here are the links:
Maxwell's Desk List (20 titles that are most requested by our patrons, or that we think you would like. If you're waiting for a book, check to see if we have it as a Rapid Read and you might get it sooner.)
New Books at Maxwell (adult, both fiction and nonfiction)
New Large Print at Maxwell (adult, both fiction and nonfiction)
New Audiobooks at Maxwell (CDs; some MP3s)
New Movies at Maxwell (DVD and Blu-Ray; if you're waiting for a movie, check to see if we have it in a different format or as a Fast Flick and you might get it sooner.)
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TBL Peer-Based Suicide Support Group
Tuesdays at Maxwell
October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
6-7:30 PM
Free. No registration.
Two Brothers' Light (TBL) is a non-profit organization that promotes mental wellness, suicide prevention and awareness. It holds peer-based support groups for individuals affected by suicide and other mental health issues. These meetings are free and open to anyone seeking information on mental health concerns, suicide prevention and awareness, alternatives to suicide, or grief support for those affected by suicide.
For more information,
call 315-632-1996 or go to www.twobrotherslight.org
Read the May 13 syracuse.com interview with TBL founders Natalie Davis and Casey Harrigan here.
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Kids, Teens, and Family Programming
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Stories with Sally
For the under-3 crowd and a participating adult.
Mondays and Wednesdays
10:30-11:15 AM
October 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, and 30
Sally’s Story Time
For preschoolers ages 3 to 5.
Tuesdays
10:30-11 AM
October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Preschool Story Time
with Ms. Melissa
For ages 3 to 5 with a participating adult.
Thursdays
10:30-11 AM
This fun story time helps preschoolers develop early literacy skills and fosters curiosity. Come and enjoy stories followed by a simple craft. Younger (and older) siblings are welcome!
- October 10—Moose Tracks
- October 17—Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party
- October 24—Messy Jesse
- October 31--Halloween story and craft. Wear your costume!
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Dungeons & Dragons Game Nights
Wednesdays, October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
5:30 to 7:30 PM
Free. Registration required as space is limited.
For ages 13 and up.
Play the fantasy tabletop role-playing game at Maxwell’s weekly D&D Game Nights. Beginners to experts are welcome, and you may bring your own game supplies.
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Kaley McHale's Art Class for Kids--
Sugar Skull Art
Saturday, October 12, 11 AM to NOON
Registration required. For ages 7 to 12.
Please bring a $5 supply fee to class.
Create beautiful sugar skulls using drawing and collage techniques.
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Homeschool Family Fun
Monday, October 14
1-2:30 PM. Free. No registration. For all ages.
Connect with other members of the homeschool community at this fun, casual hangout for homeschooling parents and their kids. There will be games, crafts, and more. Bring your ideas for what you would like to see offered and look for more programs to start soon.
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PAWS of CNY Reading Dog Visit
Thursday, October 24
4:30-5:30 PM
Free. Registration preferred but not required. Best for ages up to 12.
Come meet and read stories to Lily,
a friendly dog volunteer from PAWS of CNY!
This program allows children to practice reading aloud without the fear of being criticized or corrected.
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Safe Place to Game
Wednesday, October 30
4 to 6 PM
Presented by TCGplayer.
Free. For ages 7 to 18.
Registration preferred.
Safe Place to Game is a community program where students and families can learn and play trading card games like Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering,
and Yu-Gi-Oh in a safe, welcoming place.
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BOARD GAMES!!!
Borrow family-friendly games with an adult’s library card. One week, one renewal, no holds, one game at a time.
They must be checked out from and returned to the Maxwell circulation desk.
Find them in the children's room next to Junior Fiction and Junior DVDs, and more games that are perfect for teens in the New YA Fiction shelves. We welcome your suggestions for additional titles!
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Cake Pans!
Go to On the Shelf>Cake Pans for photos of the pans, general baking instructions, and instructions and decorating ideas for some of the individual pans. No small kids? There are pans for grown-ups, too, such as tiers, layers, checkerboard, and springform.
Look at the fabulous dinosaur cake patron Jennifer P. made with our Partysaurus pan! Send us photos of your creations to maxmemlib@yahoo.com with and we'll share them.
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