Maxwell Memorial
March 2020 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
Some of our emails will show the domain: @maxwellmemoriallibrary.org
Find us on social media:
@maxmemlib
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A reminder about unscheduled library closings:
If the West Genesee Central School District delays opening, Maxwell will open on time.
If West Genesee closes, we will delay opening until noon and monitor conditions in case we also need to close.
For all delays, closings, and early closings, we will update our website and social media as soon as possible, and will put the information on local TV stations 3, 5, 9, and 10. You can also call us if you are uncertain about our status.
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This and that…
Veterans and active military are now fine-free* at Maxwell. Please bring in some form of military/veteran ID and we will make this change in your library card record. Thank you for your service!
Maxwell’s children’s and young adult materials will also be going fine-free.*
*Please note that fine-free applies to late fees only, not damaged or lost items.
Buy some tickets for a chance to win the Pot O' Gold 50/50 Raffle from the Friends of Maxwell! Tickets are $2 each, or 5 for $5. The drawing will be on Monday, March 16. Congratulations to Bev. M., who won the $25 Target gift card through the Friends' Oscar contest!
The library will have limited state and federal tax forms, as they are received, available for free. Many forms are now available only online; those forms may be printed from the library’s public computers for a per-page fee.
AARP will not conduct tax return preparation at Maxwell Library this year. OCPL keeps a frequently updated list of other libraries where tax preparation assistance may be available that you can access here. AARP representatives will be available for individual tax return preparation, by appointment only, at the Camillus Senior Center. You may call the Center at 315-672-3163 or 315-672-5820 for more information.
The Library Value Calculator on your checkout receipt shows how much you save by using the library!
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Paintings by Ann Lee Yackel
March 7 through 26
Ann Lee Yackel was an accomplished and beloved artist in Central New York, a member of several local art associations. Her work graced the walls of Maxwell Library many times. Ms. Yackel passed away in 2012. Now her son Erik wants to reintroduce her art for the appreciation of both existing fans and new ones and has curated an exhibit of some of his favorite works by his mother.
shown here: Canadian Storefront, acrylic, by Ann Lee Yackel
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CNY Reads One Book Discussion of There There with Alan NaPier
Monday, March 2, 2-3:30 PM. Free. Registration preferred.
Author Tommy Orange was a guest lecturer at this year's Rosamond Gifford Lecture Series, sponsored by the Friends of Central Library. His novel, There There, is the 2020 CNY Reads One Book selection.
The Central New York Reads One Book program is a reading initiative for building community through reading. Each year, a single book is chosen as the CNY Reads title, and the public is encouraged to read it and participate in programs related to the book and its themes. This year, the CNY Reads selection is the novel There There by Tommy Orange, an enrolled member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. Alan NaPier will facilitate a discussion of the book, open to anyone who has read it or is interested in its themes.
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Weddings 101, Part 3: Modern Weddings, Manners and More – Technology and Etiquette for the 21st Century Wedding
Wednesday, March 4, 6-7:30 PM. Free. Registration required.
Megan Hiltbrand, wedding and event planner with MLH Events of Syracuse, presents the third of a 3-part series on wedding planning and etiquette for couples, parents, bridal party members, and guests. Each session covers a particular set of topics and includes a Q&A portion for review and general chat. MLH Events is a six-time winner of the WeddingWire.com Couple's Choice Award, 2014 to 2019 and Winner of The Knot, Best of Weddings 2018, 2019, and 2020.
In Part 3, Megan will review the new “traditions” of the modern wedding and how technology including apps, online registries and social media can help in the planning process. She’ll also outline what you can expect as a bridal party member or wedding guest in 2020 and what is expected of you. She’ll discuss creating a wedding website and online registry, Pinterest, Canva, WeddingWire, The Knot and other platforms that help streamline planning, incorporating hashtags, snapchat filters and other tech into your big day, what to consider when asked to be a bridal party member – the average financial and time investment, how to be an ideal wedding invitee – advice on RSVPing, gifting and being a conscientious guest.
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Revisiting the Founding Era is a Maxwell Library community event for adults held at the Camillus Senior Center
Fridays, March 20 and 27 and April 3, 1:30-3 PM.
Free. Registration preferred. Sign up for any or all three sessions. All sessions will be held at the Camillus Senior Center at 27 First St. in the Village of Camillus.
With the recent impeachment of the President, there has been much discussion about what the Founding Fathers had in mind when they declared independence and then wrote not one but two systems of government in a relatively short period of about 35 years. This was the Era of the American Revolution.
Over three 90-minute sessions, local history teacher Charles Coon looks at some of the ideas presented during this time period as well as some of the actions taken by the colonists/Americans and relates some of them to 21st century America.
The Revisiting the Founding Era grant provides 100 public libraries across the country the opportunity to use historical documents to spark public conversations about the Founding Era’s enduring ideas and themes and how they continue to influence our lives today. Maxwell Library is the recipient of one of these grants and is offering this three-part series for adults and the March 19 program for teens (see below) in the hope of keeping the conversation alive.
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How Do We Address the Climate Emergency?
Monday, March 23, 6-7:30 PM. Free.
Registration preferred as space is limited.
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NEW—Digital Yearbook Collection
Patrons familiar with Maxwell’s Local History collection know that the library has amassed a good number of West Genesee school yearbooks for in-house reference. Thanks to a CLRC Access and Digitization Grant, and with the permission of the West Genesee Central School District, those yearbooks have been digitized and uploaded to New York Heritage Digital Collections, a project of the Empire State Library Network.
This collection includes yearbooks from West Genesee High School in Camillus from 1958 to 2016, with some missing volumes. Also included are Camillus High School yearbooks from 1958 and 1959, West Genesee Junior High yearbooks from 1971 to 1987, and a West Genesee Central High School Graduation Program from 1958. We will continue to add yearbooks from 2017 on as current students graduate.
Search all the fascinating archives at the New York Heritage site or go directly to Maxwell’s page and to the yearbook collection page.
We purchase each new high school yearbook (The Genesean) as it is published, but haven't been able to obtain a few earlier volumes: 1961, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, and 2003. If you have a copy from one of the missing years and no longer need it, we would greatly appreciate your donation so the collection can be complete. Thank you, and happy reminiscing!
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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, March 12
10:30 AM-NOON
Robert B. Parker's
Back Story
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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, March 23
2-3:30 PM
Affinity Konar's
Mischling
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CNY Technology User Group
Monday, March 2, 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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Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior
Monday, March 9, 5-6:30 PM. Free. Registration preferred.
Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. At this educational program presented by the Alzheimer's Association, learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.
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Maxwell Matinee
Tuesday, March 10
2 PM
Harriet
2019; PG-13; 2 hours 5 minutes
Free. Registration preferred. For adults. Snacks provided.
The incredible true story of Harriet Tubman, played by Cynthia Erivo, and her quest to lead hundreds of slaves to freedom on the Underground Railroad. Seating is limited, so please reserve your place online or by calling us at
315-672-3661.
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Genealogy Roundtable
with Amanda Perrine
March focus: Finding the FAN Club (Cluster Genealogy)
Learn how to use the historical records of friends, associates, and neighbors of your research target to fill in knowledge gaps when no other documents can be found.
Wednesday, March 18, 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.
ebooks, eAudio, eMedia
Thursday, March 26
1:30-2:30 PM
Free. Registration preferred.
Maxwell subscribes to two services for ebooks and other electronic media that patrons can check out. Come to March’s technology program with Tech Librarian Pete Schult to learn how to use them and get them onto your devices.
Get crafty with Alyson!
Irish Paper Sampler
Thursday, March 12
4:30-5:30 PM
and 5:30-6:30 PM
Free. For adults only.
Due to the popularity of this program, there are two sessions--
sign up for either 4:30 or 5:30 PM.
Celebrate your inner Irish with this green sampler. Alyson Esposito will help you make a 12 by 12- inch design on cardstock with nine smaller squares of patterned paper. Some squares will have stamps or textured embossing. The center square will be embellished with a green shamrock. All supplies provided. Each class is limited to eight participants.
Free. Registration required as space is limited.
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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 individual 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. Some movies come in Combo Packs, and contain both the Blu-Ray and the DVD.)
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TBL Peer-Based Suicide Support Group
Tuesdays at Maxwell
March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31
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, 2019 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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The student art work will be on display throughout the library on our bookcases. Please allow yourself time to see and take pictures of your child's beautiful work while the exhibit is still up. These are the dates that we expect each school to be here. Congratulations to all the artists, and thank you for sharing your creativity.
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Sarah will do a short, 20 minutes or less, talk about why we declared our independence and discuss some original source documents (provided). Working in small groups, the teens will pick a document that stands out to them. Each group will discuss how they would sell the document to a modern audience and how they would create the next big hit. The groups will then pitch their ideas to Sarah, the entire group, and a library staff member.
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Stories with Sally
For the under-3 crowd and a participating adult.
Mondays and Wednesdays
10:30-11:15 AM
March 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, and 30
Babies and young children learn through a variety of language and social experiences (reading, talking, singing and playing). Children birth to 3 years old and their favorite adult are invited to come for this fun story time filled with stories, songs, nursery rhymes, and child-centered socializing designed to develop early literacy and learning skills.
Sally’s Story Time
For preschoolers ages 3 to 5.
Tuesdays
10:30-11 AM
March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31
Children ages 3 to 5 are invited to share stories and social experiences that support the development of early literacy/learning skills and help prepare for learning
school-appropriate behavior.
Melissa's Thursday Preschool Story Time is on break. Ms. Melissa is taking her stories and crafts on the road to some local preschools and daycare centers.
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LEGO Free Play
Thursdays, March 5, 12, 19, and 26
3:30-7:30 PM
Free. No registration. For ages 3 to 18.
Spark your creativity using the thousands of LEGO bricks at the library. Build from your own imagination or show what you can do with a suggested theme. Creations will be displayed in the children’s section until it’s time for the bricks to be used for another masterpiece.
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Kaley McHale's Art Class for Kids--
Printmaking
Saturday, March 14, 11 AM to NOON
Registration required. For ages 7 to 12.
Please bring a $5 supply fee to class.
Explore printmaking through creating beautiful collagraph prints.
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Homeschool Family Fun
Monday, March 9
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 other programs would like to see offered.
Financial Literacy for Teens
Monday, March 9, 1-2 PM and Thursday, March 26, 6-7 PM. Free. Registration preferred. For homeschool and other students ages 13 to 18.
Learn about budgeting, bank accounts, saving money, and more during these monthly programs presented by Aerik Radley from SECNY Federal Credit Union. There's a new topic each month--sign up for as many as you like.
Homeschool Tech Class
Monday, March 16
1-2 PM. Free. Registration preferred. For middle and high school students.
Tech Librarian Pete Schult covers a new topic each month, such as library databases, online research, internet safety, and more.
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Tutoring help is available at Maxwell for middle and high school students, homeschool or other, from a retired teacher. Free; by appointment. Ask Melissa or Rena for details, or email Pam at maxwelllibrarytutor@gmail.com. Perfect for extra help in reading, language arts, basic science, study skills, DBQs, and/or test prep.
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PAWS of CNY Reading Dog Visit
Wednesday, March 18, 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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Dungeons & Dragons
Saturday, March 21, 12-2:30 PM. Free. Registration required as space is limited. For ages 13 and up.
Play the fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Beginners to experts are welcome, and you may bring your own game supplies.
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Safe Place to Game
Wednesday, March 25
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 and Magic: The Gathering,
in a safe, welcoming place.
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Junior Journaling Club
Wednesday, March 25, 5-6 PM. Free. Registration preferred. For ages 10 to 13.
Maxwell’s journaling club for tweens provides the time and space for young writers to collect and express their thoughts, feelings, and creativity in a written format. Youth Services Librarian Melissa leads the group from 5 to 6 PM on the fourth Wednesday of the month and sets aside a quiet area from 6 to 7:30 PM for journalers to drop in or stay later. Bring your own writing materials or use those provided by the library.
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BOARD GAMES!!!
Borrow family-friendly games with an adult’s library card (adult must be present). 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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 TECH TOYS are here!!! You'll find them in our kids and teen section.
They can be borrowed with an adult's library card (adult must be present). You may check out one tech toy at a time, for one week. There are no holds and no renewals. They must be checked out from and returned to the Maxwell circulation desk. The collection includes:
BB-8 app-enabled droid
Circuit Scribe maker kit
Think and Learn Code-a-Pillar
Makey Makey
Osmo Genius kit
and more!
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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. We've just added some fun holiday pans, including a snowman, a Christmas tree, a Valentine's heart, and several more. Come in and browse!
Look at the festive snowman cake patron Kathleen W. made with our Snowman pan! Send us photos of your creations to maxmemlib@yahoo.com and we'll share them.
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