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    January 2019 Events

    Reid SullivanBy Reid SullivanDecember 28, 2018Updated:February 4, 2019No Comments18 Mins Read
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    Saturday, Dec. 29

    Sleeping Beauty. 12:30 p.m. In the Magic Circle Children’s Theatre presentation, children in the audience can help the very nearsighted Prince figure out why Sleeping Beauty falls asleep every time she hears her name. Spaghetti Warehouse, 689 N. Clinton St., Syracuse. $6. Reservations recommended: (315) 449-3823.

    Sciencenter Showtime. 2 p.m.; Saturdays. Topics of this weekly interactive series cover a different aspect of science at each session. Sciencenter, 601 First St., Ithaca. Admission: $8/ages 2-64; $7/seniors, age 65-plus; free/under 2. (607) 272-0600. sciencenter.org.

    Sunday, Dec. 30

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    Monday, Dec. 31

    Noon Year’s Eve at the Zoo. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ring in the “noon” year with entertainment, games, crafts, and a sparkling-juice toast at noon. Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse. Admission: $8/adults (ages 19-61); $5/over age 62; $4/ages 3-18; free/age 2 and younger. (315) 435-8511.

    FFL Noon Year’s Eve Party. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Kids and parents can ring in the New Year with an event that features music, dancing, crafts, snacks, and a countdown at noon. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free.
    (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

    Donna B. Performance. Noon-2 p.m. Children of all ages can rock in the New Year with Miss Donna B. Participants can also get their faces painted. Central Library, KidSpace (Level 2), 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-1900.

    Tuesday, Jan. 1

    NEW YEAR’S DAY

    First Day Hike. 11 a.m. Families, individuals and leashed dogs may choose between two hikes in an event presented by the Friends of Clark Reservation. Buy a raffle ticket for a basket. Enjoy cocoa and cookies after the hike, at the nature center. Sign in at the big pavilion, Clark Reservation, 6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville. Free.
    councilofparkfriends.org.

    Wednesday, Jan. 2

    Wiggleworms. 10:15 a.m.; also Jan. 9, 16, 23 & 30. Toddlers and preschoolers can play with props and musical instruments. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Registration required: oflibrary.org.
    (315) 492-1727.

    Weekday Snowshoe Jaunt. 1:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, through Feb. 13. Take a walk around the grounds of Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $5/snowshoe rental; $4/vehicle. (315) 638-2519.

    First Snow Leopard Day. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. See snow leopards, Humboldt penguins, red wolves and other animals for half price through Feb. 28. Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse. Admission January and February: $4/adults; $2.50/age 62 & up; $2/ages 3-18; free/age 2 and younger. (315) 435-8511.

    Thursday, Jan. 3

    Yoga for Kids. 2-3 p.m. Participants ages 5-12 can learn breathing and visualization techniques and discover various yoga poses. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. Registration required: oflibrary.org. (315) 492-1727.

    Teen Writer’s Guild. 4-5 p.m.; also Jan. 10, 17, 24 & 31. Join fellow teens to write in any of a variety of genres, receive feedback and get support. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. ffl.org.

    Game Day. 4-4:45 p.m.; also Jan. 10, 17, 24 & 31. Kids from 5 to 14 can play on the Wii, plus card games, board games and others. Solvay Public Library, 615 Woods Road, Solvay. Free. (315) 468-2441. solvaylibrary.org.

    Friday, Jan. 4

    Wiggleworms. 10:15 & 11 a.m. Toddlers and preschoolers can play with props and musical instruments. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Registration required: oflibrary.org. (315) 492-1727.

    Free to Be. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Children from ages 3 to 6 can take part in this early childhood music and acting class with live guitar music, creating unique lyrics. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

    Friday Crafts. 4-4:45 p.m.; also Jan. 11, 18 & 25. Kids from age 4 to 14 can make a different themed craft each week. Solvay Public Library, 615 Woods Road, Solvay. Free. (315) 468-2441. solvaylibrary.org.

    Robotics Club. 3:30 p.m.; also Jan. 11, 18 & 25. Children ages 10-15 can learn to design, build, program and test robots using an Elegoo Uno starter kit. Space limited. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 435-3519.

    Saturday, Jan. 5

    Music with Donna B. 10:30 a.m. Donna Butterfield leads an interactive music program for children age 2 and up. Rhythm instruments, puppets and storybooks are part of the fun. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

    Paws to Read. 10:30-11:30 a.m.; also Jan. 12, 19 & 26. Kids can read to a friendly dog from Paws Inc. of CNY. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Toddlers’ Tango. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Toddlers and preschool-aged children, accompanied by an adult, can take part in this music and movement class. Salina Library, 100 Belmont St., Mattydale. Free. Registration required: (315) 454-4524.

    Try Snowshoeing. 12:30 p.m.; Saturdays & Sundays, through Feb. 24. In this snowshoe clinic, participants will receive instructions and go on a short snowshoe hike. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $5/snowshoe rental; $4/vehicle. Call day of hike to register and check conditions: (315) 638-2519.

    Paint Chip Calendars. 2 p.m. Young people ages 12-18 can make colorful calendars using paint chips, dry erase markers and other materials. Snacks and beverages provided. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. Registration requested: (315) 435-5326.

    Slime Science. 2 p.m. Young people can practice their chemistry skills and make squishy, stretchy slime. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3519.

    Mad Scientists. 2 p.m. Children in K-5 can take part in science activities presented by members of SciExcite, a nonprofit organization run by high school students. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

    Sunday, Jan. 6

    Sunday Funday. 2-4 p.m.; weekly, through April 14. All ages of visitors can explore the galleries, see art making, hear stories, and play games. Everson Museum of Art, 401 Harrison St., Syracuse. $8/general admission; free/under 12. (315) 474-6064. everson.org.

    Monday, Jan. 7

    Gaming for Adults with Special Needs. 1:30-3 p.m. Adults with special needs can play Wii games and board games; caregivers must remain in the room. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Tuesday, Jan. 8

    First Steps. 9:30-10 a.m.; also Jan. 15, 22 & 29. Children who are good walkers, up to age 3, can with a caregiver take part in a program with music, movement, crafts and more. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

    Baby Storytime. 10:30-11 a.m.; also Jan. 15, 22 & 29. Babies and caregivers can share rhymes, songs, stories and signs in this language-building program. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. (315) 637-6374. fflib.org.

    Homeschool STEAM Club. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Homeschoolers ages 5-11 can learn with hands-on activities. Parents and siblings welcome. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Teen Tuesday. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Young people in grades 6-12 can take part in a different program each week. This week it’s hands-on art with the Everson. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: fflib.org. (315) 637-6374.

    Teen MOPS. 5-7 p.m.; also Jan. 22. Young mothers, ages 13-21, with children under 6 enjoy a faith-based program with fun, food and activities while their children are cared for by the childcare program. Liverpool First United Methodist Church, 604 Oswego St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 569-2542.

    Wednesday, Jan. 9

    Teen Tabletop Games. 6-8 p.m. Teens can play board games and eat snacks. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Thursday, Jan. 10

    Trail Tales. 1 p.m.; also Jan. 24. Children ages 3-5, accompanied by a caregiver, can hear some stories and go on a trail walk. Beaver Lake Nature Center, Route 370, Baldwinsville. $4/parking. (315) 638-2519.

    Young Naturalist Club. 4:30 p.m. Children age 8 and up can learn science while taking part in hands-on activities. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3519.

    Friday, Jan. 11

    Preschool Books and Cooks. Noon-2 p.m. Children ages 3-5 and their families can discover books and recipes. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. Registration required:  lpl.org. (315) 457-0310.

    Saturday, Jan. 12

    Paws and Books. 10:30 a.m.; also Jan. 19. Children ages 5-12 can read a story to Cooper, a certified Canine Good Citizen, then they can make a dog-related craft. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

    Pups ‘n Pages. 11 a.m.-noon.; also Jan. 26. All ages can read to or just hang out with one of the volunteer dogs. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. (315) 699-2032.

    Beauty and the Beast. 12:30 p.m. In the Magic Circle Children’s Theatre presentation, children in the audience help teach the Beast kindness and good manners. Audience members are encouraged to dress up as a fairy tale character and become part of the royal court. Spaghetti Warehouse, 689 N. Clinton St., Syracuse. $6. Reservations recommended: (315) 449-3823.

    DIY Day. 2:30 p.m. Kids ages 5-12 can make window clings from fabric puffy paint. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

    Sunday, Jan. 13

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    Monday, Jan. 14

    Young Naturalists. 4 p.m. Students in grades 3-8 will take part in hands-on games and observation of the local environment. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration required: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

    Support for Pregnancy. 6-7:30 p.m. Meet professionals who offer services to pregnant and postpartum women, including a counselor, a physical therapist and a chiropractor. Presented by CNY Doula Connection. CNY Healing Arts, 195 Intrepid Lane, Syracuse. Free. Registration recommended: (315) 707-8097.

    Tuesday, Jan. 15

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    Wednesday, Jan. 16

    Teen Video Game Night. 6-8 p.m. Teens can play games on the big HD screen and the smaller screen. Snacks will be served. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. lpl.org. (315) 457-0310.

    Thursday, Jan. 17

    Moonlight Skiing and Snowshoeing. Until 9 p.m.; through Jan. 20. Venture onto Beaver Lake’s 10 miles of trails (if the snow cover is adequate) lit by the moon. Hot chocolate and other refreshments available at the visitor center. Bring a flashlight and a friend for safety. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $5/hour for snowshoe rental; Admission: $4/vehicle, paid as you exit. (315) 638-2519.

    Writing and Comic Drawing Club. 7 p.m. Students in grade 6 and up can develop characters and plot twists for their stories. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Registration required: oflibrary.org. (315) 492-1727.

    Friday, Jan. 18

    Guided Moonlight Snowshoe Hike. 7 p.m.; also Jan. 19. Explore the woodlands and frozen marshes on snowshoes with a guide; space limited. Program is only offered when conditions are acceptable. Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville. $5/snowshoe rental; $4/vehicle. Registration required day of hike: (315) 638-2519.

    Saturday, Jan. 19

    Winter Living Celebration. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Outdoor activities and demonstrations include cross-country skiing,
    horsedrawn sleigh rides and winter camping. Indoors there’ll be live music, children’s crafts, nature-related exhibits, and refreshments for sale. Rogers Environmental Education
    Center, 2721 Route 80, Sherburne. Donations. (607) 674-4733. friendsofrogers.org.

    Preschool Fair. Noon-2 p.m. Representatives from area preschools will explain their programs. A financial adviser can discuss 529 education savings plans, and there will be activities for children. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. lpl.org. (315) 457-0310.

    Beauty and the Beast. 12:30 p.m. See Jan. 12 listing.

    Puzzle This. 2 p.m. Young people ages 12-18 can engage in puzzles of all kinds, from word puzzles to jigsaws. Snacks and beverages provided. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

    Sensory Friendly Time. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Staff turn down the noise, turn off flashing lights, and shut off air compressors so people with sensory processing challenges can enjoy the museum. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST). 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Museum admission: $5. (315) 425-9068.

    Family Dance. 6:30-7:30 p.m. People of all ages can take part in fun and simple dances to live music. United Church of Fayetteville, 310 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville. $2/adults; $1/teens & kids.
    syracusecountrydancers.org/community-dance.

    Battle of the Bands. 7 p.m. In the 17th annual competition, high school bands vie for the title of best band (and a cash prize of $200 and recording time at a local studio). Jewish Community Center of Syracuse, 5655 Thompson Road, DeWitt. $10/admission. (315) 445-2360. jccsyr.org.

    Sunday, Jan. 20

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    Monday, Jan. 21

    MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

    Drop In Crafts. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Seasonal crafts are available for children of all ages. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. lpl.org. (315) 457-0310.

    Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. 2-3 p.m. Participants age 5 and up can watch a short film about the civil rights leader and celebrate the day with crafts and snacks. NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. Free. (315) 458-6184.

    Tuesday, Jan. 22

    Post-Regents Destressing. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; daily through Jan. 25. Slow down at the library by enjoying stress-relieving activities including coloring and making your own stress ball. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3519.

    Snowman Storytime. 6:30-7 p.m. Read about snowmen and make a fun snowman or snowwoman craft. NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. Free. (315) 458-6184.

    Homeschooling 101 for Parents. 7-8:30 p.m. Parents can learn about free library resources, including apps and databases, in this session. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Wednesday, Jan. 23

    First Day CNY Scholastic Art Awards. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., weekdays; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays; through March 1. See over 1,000 award-winning artworks by CNY junior and senior high school students. Whitney Applied Technology Center, Onondaga Community College, 4585 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. artandwriting.org.

    Kids DIY. 4-4:45 p.m. Kids in K-5 can make a project to take home. Fayetteville Free Library, 300 Orchard St., Fayetteville. Free. Registration required: fflib.org. (315) 637-6374.

    Teen Trading Card Game Night. 6-8 p.m. Students in grades 7-12 can play games such as Pokemon, YuGiOh and Magic. Some premade decks will be available, or you can bring your own. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Thursday, Jan. 24

    Career and Technical Education Expo. 5-8 p.m. Parents, families and community members can learn about the programs Syracuse students can take part in to learn technical, academic and professional leadership skills. PSLA at Fowler High School gymnasium, 227 Magnolia St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-4964. syracusecityschools.com/cte.

    Valentine’s Day Cards. 6 p.m. Adults can bring children to make a simple Valentine’s Day craft. Space is limited. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. Registration required: (315) 435-5326.

    Friday, Jan. 25

    Time for Tots Playgroup. 9:30-10:45 a.m. Education playgroup for children ages 18 months-5 years and their caregiver. Stories, songs, arts and crafts, and more. Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 8131 Soule Road, Liverpool. $3/family. Registration recommended: (315) 622-2843. NYCrossofChrist.org/Tots.

    Saturday, Jan. 26

    Vex IQ Robotics Competition. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Teams of elementary and middle school students build a robot to solve an engineering challenge. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse. Museum admission: $12/adults; $10/seniors and ages 2-11. $35/team registration fee. Information for prospective participants: (315) 425-9068, Ext. 2163 or [email protected].

    Make a Fidget Toy. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Kids can come any time on this day and make a fidget toy using household items. White Branch Library, 763 Butternut St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-3519.

    Pokemon Open Play. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kids ages 8-12 of all interest and experience levels can bring cards (or use provided decks) to play with experts from TCGPlayer. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

    Be the Scientist. Noon-4 p.m. Explore the activities of a veterinarian. Museum of Science and Technology (MOST). 500 S. Franklin St., Armory Square, Syracuse. Museum admission: $12/adults; $10/seniors and ages 2-11. (315) 425-9068.

    Beauty and the Beast. 12:30 p.m. See Jan. 12 listing.

    Meet the Masters Art Class. 1-2 p.m. Children in K-6 learn about master painters, copy a masterpiece, and explore color theory. NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. $10/session. (315) 676-7484.

    Lego Club. 2:30 p.m. Children ages 5-12 can help make a Lego zoo by creating an animal. Afterward, enjoy free building time, gaming on the Xbox One, and snacks. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

    Manga Mania Book Club. 4 p.m. Young people ages 12-18 will read and discuss manga and have snacks. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

    Sunday, Jan. 27

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    Monday, Jan. 28

    Research Paper Writing Workshop. 6:30-8 p.m. Students and others who do research can learn about choosing a topic, gathering information and citing sources. Participants should come with a topic, an active library card and their PIN. Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St., Liverpool. Free. (315) 457-0310. lpl.org.

    Tuesday, Jan. 29

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    Wednesday, Jan. 30

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    Thursday, Jan. 31

    Xbox in the Evening. 5 p.m. Young people ages 12-18 can game on the Xbox One and enjoy snacks and beverages. Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St.,
    Syracuse. Free. (315) 435-5326.

    ONGOING EVENTS

    Lights on the Lake. 5-10 p.m., daily; through Jan. 6. Drive through the annual light extravaganza featuring two miles of life-size displays, themed sections and a grand finale. Onondaga Lake Park, Onondaga Lake Parkway, Liverpool. $6/car, Mondays & Tuesdays with Wegmans Shoppers Club card. $10/car, Monday-Thursday; $20/car, Friday-Sunday. (315) 453-6712.

    Erie Canal Museum Gingerbread Gallery. Daily, 10 a.m.-
    5 p.m.; through Jan. 6. (Closed Jan. 1.) Dec. 31: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. See a fantastical village of houses, boats and more, built with gingerbread, candy, crackers and other edible items. Erie Canal Museum, 318 Erie Blvd. E., Syracuse. $7/adults; $5/seniors; $2/age 12 & under. (315) 471-0593.

    Horsedrawn Sleigh (or Hay) Rides. Saturdays & Sundays, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; through Feb. 24. Also Jan. 14 & Feb. 18.
    A 20-minute ride into the woods. Highland Forest Park, County Road 128, Fabius. $6/adults; $3/age 5 & under. (315) 683-5550.

    Peanut Butter Jelly Time. Thursdays, 5 p.m. Members of the community can join in making more than a hundred bagged lunches to hand out to the hungry and homeless in downtown Syracuse. The Road, 4845 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. (315) 218-6066. wholelygroundsattheroad.org.

    CNY Scholastic Art Awards. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., weekdays; 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays; Jan. 23-March 1. See over 1,000 award-winning artworks by CNY junior and senior high school students. Whitney Applied Technology Center, Onondaga Community College, 4585 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. artandwriting.org.

    Weekend Walks With a Naturalist. Saturdays and Sundays, 2 p.m. Nature discovery hike with different topics each weekend. Beaver Lake Nature Center, Route 370, Baldwinsville. Admission: $4/vehicle. (315) 638-2519.

    Great Swamp Conservancy Nature Trails. Daily, dawn to dusk. Throughout the year, visitors can grab their walking shoes and explore 4.5 miles of well-groomed, flat trails. Trails feature a 900-foot boardwalk, osprey nesting platform, and wetland and grassland restoration areas. The area is a stop for many migratory waterfowl and songbirds; other wildlife include muskrats and beavers. Great Swamp Conservancy, 3.5 miles off I-90, Exit 34, 8375 N. Main St., Canastota. Free. (315) 697-2950.

    Baltimore Woods Nature Center. Hiking trails and parking are free and open every day from dawn to dusk. Interpretive Center open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sundays. Snowshoe rental: $5/day. 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus. (315) 673-1350.

    Barnes & Noble Storytimes. Thursdays, 10 a.m. Join a storytime for toddlers and preschoolers that’s features a book, songs and coloring. Barnes & Noble, 3454 Erie Blvd. E., DeWitt. Free. (315) 449-2948.Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville Storytimes. Call or visit the website for times. Community Library of DeWitt and Jamesville, 5110 Jamesville Road, Jamesville. Free. Registration recommended: CLDandJ.org. (315) 446-3578.

    Maxwell Library Storytimes. Storytimes and book groups for all ages. Call for dates and times. Maxwell Memorial Library, 14 Genesee St.,
    Camillus. Free. (315) 672-3661.

    Northeast Community Center Library Storytimes. Preschool storytimes with rhymes and occasional games; youngsters learn group listening and participation skills. Call for times. Northeast Community Center Library, 716 Hawley Ave., Syracuse. Free. (315) 472-6343, Ext. 208.

    NOPL Brewerton Storytimes. Age 2 and up: Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. NOPL Brewerton, 5440 Bennett St., Brewerton. (315) 676-7484.

    NOPL Cicero Library Storytimes. Toddler Story Hour: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. Preschool Story Hour: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. NOPL Cicero, 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero. Free. (315) 699-2032.

    NOPL North Syracuse Library Storytimes. Birth-age 3: Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. Ages 3-5: Thursdays, 11 a.m.-noon. NOPL North Syracuse, 100 Trolley Barn Lane, North Syracuse. Free. (315) 458-6184.

    Onondaga Free Library Storytimes. Call for times. Onondaga Free Library, 4840 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse. Free. (315) 492-1727.

    Petit Branch Library Storytimes. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Toddler and preschooler storytime for children ages 18 months-5 years and caregivers. Includes stories, rhymes, finger plays and songs. Petit Branch Library, 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse. (315) 435-3636.

    Regional Market Farmers’ Market. Saturdays, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Shop seasonal produce, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, specialty foods and more on display throughout covered sheds; heated shops of Regional Market Commons feature gift and unique items including jewelry, paintings and home decor. Also, flea market, Sundays, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. 2100 Park St., Syracuse.
    (315) 422-8647.

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