Maxwell Memorial
July 2019 News and Events
|
|
|
Online calendar and class registration click here:
|
|
|
|
Hours:
Monday-Thursday
10 AM-8 PM
Friday
10 AM-5 PM
Saturday
10 AM-3 PM
|
|
|
|
|
Summer Reading 2019 has begun! Read for fun, for learning, and for prizes! We have lots of great new and new-to-you books, many fascinating programs, and all sorts of reasons for Maxwell Library to become the center of your reading universe!
|
|
|
Summer Reading for
Kids & Teens
Register anytime, and record your books online or at Maxwell from
July 1 to August 14. Each goal met gives you a chance for more prizes. Our End of Summer Reading Party is Wednesday, August 14, at 6 PM. Check out all the summer fun in our Summer Reading brochure.
West Genesee students: We have the books for the middle and high school reading lists. They are located on the orange cart in the Junior/Young Adult area. Please allow yourself enough time to get your favorite before school starts.
|
|
|
|
Summer Reading for Adults
Don't let kids have all the fun--
join Maxwell's Adult
Summer Reading Challenge!
No registration.
Enter online or at Maxwell July 1-August 16. Each book you read or listen to, every library program you attend, and each Director’s Challenge you complete earns one ticket for a weekly chance to win a $25 local business gift certificate! Preview our July and August adult programming lineup, see the Director's Challenges, and find out more in our Adult Summer Reading Challenge brochure.
|
|
|
|
|
|
It's hard to believe, but American astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first people to step foot on the moon 50 years ago, on July 20, 1969! You are invited to celebrate this amazing event a little closer to home at Maxwell's
50th Anniversary Moon Landing Party on Saturday, July 20,
from 10:30 AM to 12 PM.
Watch footage of the landing, learn some history, eat themed snacks, and more. Everyone is welcome!
|
|
|
Pisces from the Depths—
Artwork in acrylics, colored pencil, and
papercut by Patty Boyd
July 1 through 29
Liverpool-based artist Patty Boyd learned to hold a pencil at six months old and has been creating ever since. Her work has been displayed in the Library of Congress, as well as several galleries in the Syracuse area, and her comic work has been published in several anthologies. This exhibit of Ms. Boyd's mixed media and paintings is a representation of her work since 2012, when she began to focus on oceanic life. Her sea creations allow the expression of light and color in a playful way.
If you know a young artist between 11 and 15 who is interested in drawing comic books, please tell him or her about Patty Boyd's Comic Book Basics workshop coming up July 18 and August 15. Details below (Summer Specials) and on our calendar.
|
|
|
|
Art in the Stacks
Drawings by the Camillus Senior Center art group
July 1 through 31
Closing reception: Thursday, July 25, 6-7:30 PM.
Free and open to the public.
Maxwell Library's main room exhibit will showcase drawings from students at the Camillus Senior Center who attend classes under the direction of Christine Patsos. Senior students work on a variety of subjects and draw still lifes, portraits, and perspective exercises using basic drawing techniques including value transitions, line quality, composition, and artistic choices. The exhibit will feature a variety of pieces from artists with various backgrounds and skill levels.
|
|
|
CNY Technology User Group
Monday, July 1
5:30-7:30 PM
Free. No registration.
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.
|
|
Maxwell Matinee
Tuesday, July 9
2 PM
First Man
2018; PG-13; 141 minutes.
Free. Registration preferred. For adults.
NASA astronaut Neil Armstrong rigorously trains to become the first man to walk on the moon. Seating is limited, so please reserve your place online or by calling 315-672-3661.
|
|
|
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Mondays, July 15 and 29
6:30-7:30 PM. Free. Registration required as space is limited. Class must have a minimum of six students or it will be canceled, so make sure your phone number and email address are correct when registering in case we need to contact you.
In Vinyasa Yoga, students learn to coordinate movement with breath to flow from one pose to the next. Steve Emery, a 200-hour YTT certified yoga instructor, will guide adults through the basics in this one-hour class.
Open to all levels of yoga experience, from beginner to advanced. As with all new exercise regimens, please check with your health care provider before starting yoga. Be advised that a vinyasa flow is repetitious and you need to be able to move from a standing position down to your yoga mat and back again.
Class starts promptly at 6:30 p.m.
Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.
|
|
|
Lyme—The Great Imitator
Thursday, July 18, 6-7:30 PM. Free. Registration preferred.
More people are now aware of the possibility of contracting tick-borne diseases, but not everyone knows how debilitating these diseases can be. Local author Martha Conan documents her diagnosis, medical treatments, and life changes stemming from Lyme in They Didn't Know--My Personal Journey with Lyme Disease. In this presentation, Ms. Conan will provide Lyme disease literature, help answer questions about Lyme prevention and can provide names of doctors who specialize in Lyme. Copies of her book will be available for $22.
|
|
|
|
Renting 101— Legal Issues for Renters and Landlords
Monday, July 22, 6-7:30 PM. Free. Registration preferred, as space is limited.
Too often, the process of renting is complicated and mystifying, leaving both tenants and landlords confused as to what they're obligated to do. Renting 101, presented by local housing attorney Laurie Rolnick, Staff Attorney for the Volunteer Lawyers Project, will break down the fine print and make it clear what is expected of both parties. The program will help attendees understand the basics of renting a residential property, covering the rights and responsibilities that tenants and landlords hold and including tips for dealing with tricky situations. The initial discussion will be followed by a Q&A session.
|
|
|
Cookbook Club—Favorite Recipe
Thursday, July 25, 5:30-7:30 PM. Free. Registration preferred.
Calling all cooks! For this first meeting of Maxwell's new cookbook club please make a favorite recipe and bring it along with the cookbook it's from. We'll share a meal and decide how we want to run the group!
|
|
|
Check out Maxwell's two book clubs for adults. 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.
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, July 11
10:30 AM-NOON
Sue Grafton's P Is for Peril
Between the Lines Book Club
The group reads a variety of genres, from literary fiction to suspenseful bestsellers. Everyone is welcome.
Monday, July 22
2-3:30 PM
Lisa Wingate's Before We Were Yours
|
|
|
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.)
|
|
|
|
Genealogy Roundtable
with Amanda Perrine
July focus: Finding Your Immigrant Ancestor's Hometown
Learn how to trace your beginnings beyond just country of origin to actual city or village.
Two sessions to choose from:
Wednesday, July 10
6-7:30 PM
Wednesday, July 24
1-3 PM
Free. Registration preferred.
Both beginners and longtime researchers are welcome.
ALSO—GENEALOGY LOCK-IN
SATURDAY, JULY 20, 3-5 PM
Free. Please register.
Use library databases and resources to work on your personal genealogy research after hours with genealogist and Maxwell Director Amanda Perrine. Bring your laptop or use the library's PCs; bring all personal passwords for email, databases, and other sites you use.
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.
A Random Walk on the World Wide Web
Thursday, July 25
1:30-2:30 PM
Free. Registration preferred.
Exploring or surfing the internet can show you interesting things you might not have encountered otherwise. But some sites can be dead ends. Tech Librarian Pete Schult will show you sites that can be starting points for richer surfing experiences and teach you how to keep your browser fast and uncluttered.
Get crafty with Alyson!
Gift Bags and Tags Class
Thursday, July 11
5:30-6:30 PM
and 6:30-7:30 PM
Free. All supplies provided.
For adults only.
Due to the popularity of this program, there are two sessions--
sign up for either 5:30 or 6:30 PM.
Learn how to fold 12 by 12 paper to make a gift bag with ribbon for handles. You'll also learn how to make a bottle tag. These are great for housewarming presents and can be used on any bottle from wine to soda to hot sauce!
Free. Registration required as each class is limited to 10.
|
|
|
TBL Peer-Based Suicide Support Group
Tuesdays at Maxwell
July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
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.
|
|
|
Adults, mark your
calendars for
Friday, August 2 @ 6 PM for Maxwell’s first
Escape Room: Panic in Space!
|
|
|
Kids, Teens, and Family Programming
|
|
|
|
Stories with Sally
For the under-3 crowd and a participating adult.
Mondays and Wednesdays
10:30-11:15 AM
July 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, and 31
Sally’s Story Time
For preschoolers ages 3 to 5.
Tuesdays
10:30-11 AM
July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30
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!
- July 11—The Wheels on the Bus
- July 18—Author Alicia Marie reads her book, The Newest Addition to the Penguin Family. Book will be available for purchase.
- July 25—Groovy Joe: Ice Cream and Dinosaurs
|
|
|
|
Mark your calendars now for Maxwell's famous Wild Wednesdays, July 3 through August 7 at 6 PM. All free, no registration, open to everyone. Arrive early for best parking and seats.
Here's what's coming:
- July 3: The MOST Traveling Science Show
- July 10: Jeff the Magic Man presents his amazing space adventure show.
- July 17: Prepare for a hands-on experience with reptiles and snakes with Dan the Snakeman.
- July 24: Be amazed with Zoo to You.
- July 31: Get hands-on with your environment with the Young Naturalists of Central New York.
- August 7: Be fascinated with Checkers and Snoozer's Back to the Moon show.
|
|
|
SUMMER SPECIALS
Cosmic Space Dough
Monday, July 8, 1-2 PM. Free. Ages 3 and up. Parents, please stay and assist your children.
Make glow-in-the-dark playdough using baking soda, water, and special paint.
Comic Book Basics
Thursday, July 18, 3-4 PM. Free. Ages 11 to 15. Registration preferred.
Learn the basics of comic book drawing from artist Patty Boyd including paneling, time flow, and basic figure work. All supplies provided.
Dinosaur Dig
Monday, July 22, 3-4 PM. Free. For school age children. Registration required.
Listen to an interactive fossil talk. Then go on a dig to identify different fossils. Build a Triceratops with bones that you discover during the dig.
|
|
|
|
Safe Place to Game
Monday, July 15
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.
|
|
|
|
PAWS of CNY Reading Dog Visit
Thursday, July 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.
|
|
|
Kaley McHale's Art Class for Kids
is taking a break in July, but will return soon.
|
|
|
|
Look what's coming--family board games
for borrowing with your library card!
Ms. Melissa will have these ready soon. Watch for them in the children's room next to Junior Fiction and Junior DVDs.
|
|
Cake Pan News!
We’ve added to our cake pan collection, and now you can see all your choices on our website. 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.
|
|
|
|
|
