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Programs for the Month of January |
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Tech Help by AppointmentTuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM and 6:30 PM Do you need help getting around your laptop or tablet? Would you like to set up an email account? Do you want to download an eBook? Need help searching for and applying for jobs? Tech help appointments are now available. Appointments last up to 1 hour. Registration is required. Masks are required.
This program is supported with federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds allocated to the New York State Library by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). |
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Winter Blues
Throughout January & February
Pick up a Salina Library Winter Blues loyalty card and have it punched each time you stop in from 1/3/23 to 2/25/23. Fill the card and get a small prize plus the change to win a Mrs. Fields Polar Bear Tower. Also available is the Winter Blues raffle basket; tickets are $1 each for this one. Winners will be announced on 2/27/23. For adults 18+
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Art Exhibit Throughout January & February
View the art of Janet Myrto Richards on exhibit in Salina Library throughout January and February. All pieces are hand drawn with various pens and pencils. |
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Mah Jongg Club Tuesdays at 12:00 pm
Players of all experience levels are welcome to join. National Mah Jongg League rules. |
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Fika: The Swedish Coffee Break Wednesdays at 3:00 pm
Make time to pause and refresh, to socialize and energize. Meet new people or bring along a friend. Refreshments are available for a donation or you can bring your own. |
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Crochet Afghan 2023
Tuesday, January 3 at 6:00 pm Crochet a beautiful textured afghan throughout 2023. Learn the first part in January, do a bit of homework, then add to it each month of the year. Bring an I hook, scissors, and a yarn needle. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Crochet Kit Giveaway: Bowl Cozy
Begins Wednesday, January 4 Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. Limit 1 per patron. For adults 18+. |
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Crochet Help
Friday, January 6 at 11:00 am Get an hour of individual help with your crochet project or with learning to crochet. Registration is required. |
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Salina Trailwalkers: Neighborhood Walk Saturday, January 7 at 10:00 am We'll be walking the neighborhood in the winter months. Meet at Salina Library. Dogs are welcome to come along. Please register. |
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Monday Mysteries: A Peculiar Combination by Ashley Weaver Monday, January 9 at 4:00 pm Join us in the library for our monthly mystery book club. This month we're discussing A Peculiar Combination by Ashley Weaver. New members are welcome! Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please email adults@salinalibrary.org for the link. For adults 18+. |
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Game Night: Mexican Train Dominoes
Tuesday, January 10 at 6:00 pm Meet up for an evening of playing Mexican Train Dominoes. Easy to learn and fun to play! Registration is required. For adults 18+. |
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Crafts for Seniors: Marble Magnets
Friday, January 13 at 11:00 am Craft and chat with other seniors! This month we're making marble magnets. Registration is required. |
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Create a Snowflake Suncatcher
Tuesday, January 17 at 6:00 pm Create a 3D crystal snowflake to hang in a window and catch the sun. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Salina Library Writing Group
Wednesday, January 18 at 6:30 pm Hone your writing skills or learn to write for various media. Facilitated by Debbie Stack, local author, editor, and TV scriptwriter, this group is a great way to get feedback and share questions and ideas. For adults 18+. Please register. |
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On the Same Page
Thursday, January 19 at 6:00 pm Join us in the library for a discussion of the books we've been reading, along with shows and movies based on books that we've been watching. Everyone is welcome to join in and tell us what you've liked, or haven't liked, lately. For adults 18+. Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please email adults@salinalibrary.org for the link. |
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Crochet Help
Monday, January 23 at 4:00 pm Get an hour of individual help with your crochet project or with learning to crochet. Registration is required. |
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Dinner for 2
Tuesday, January 24 at 6:00 pm Learn about some simple, healthy recipes to make dinner for one or two then create one together. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Craft Kit for Adults with Disabilities: Snowflake Scratchers
Begins Wednesday, January 25 Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+. Limit 1 per patron or 10 per group. |
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Time Travelers
Friday, January 27 at 11:00 am Join us in the library for our monthly Time Travelers Book Club. This month we're discussing The Little Shop of Found Things by Paula Brackston. New members are welcome! For adults 18+. Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please email adults@salinalibrary.org for the link. |
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Booktown: Snow
Monday, January 30 at 4:00 pm A gathering for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We'll read and discuss books; January's topic is Snow. Bring your own books on the monthly topic or books will be available. Booktown is a fun way to make friends in your community and work on your reading and listening skills. Registration is required as space is limited; each person who will be in the room must register. Masks are required. For adults 18+ accompanied by a friend or family member. |
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Knit a Bit
Monday, January 30 at 6:00 pm Knit, purl, and chat! Join the knitting circle and finish up some of your projects. Share tips and ideas as well. Never knitted before? Learn along with Janet! Bring your own supplies. For adults 18+. Registration is required. |
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Page Turners Book Club: Night Music by JoJo Moyes
Tuesday, January 31 at 6:30 pm Join in our monthly discussion, in person or via Google Meet. Our January choice is Night Music by JoJo Moyes. For adults 18+. Limit 1 per patron. |
Monthly Kits for Kids & Teens |
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Early Learners Story Time Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – January 4, 11, 18, & 25 Get your child ready for school! With stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts, your child will learn important early literacy and social skills in an environment suited to their developmental needs. No registration required. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. For children ages 2-4 years old, with accompanying adult. Feel free to pick up a monthly Storytime at Home Kit for coloring pages, a craft, sticker, as well as songs and rhymes to join along with Miss Monica -- or create your own storytime -- from home! For more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524. |
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Pajama Story Time Thursday, January 12 at 6:00 pm Children ages 3-6, wear your comfiest pajamas for a special night-time story time and craft! We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. Please register in advance. |
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Salina Teen Warriors Tuesday, January 10 at 4:30 pm Are you a teen in grades 6-12 who loves the library and wants to give back to the community? Pick up an application at our circulation desk to join our Teen Advisory Group, the Salina Teen Warriors! Members will be helping to brainstorm and create activities for the library, and more! We will be meeting in the community room, following COVID precautions. |
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LEGO® Club Wednesday, January 11 at 4:00 pm Do you love LEGOs®? Join us as we build, build, build! For ages 5-12. We will be meeting in our community room, following COVID precautions. For more information, call: 315-454-4524 |
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Friday Crafternoon Friday, January 27 at 3:30 pm Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 pm to make crafts with Perler Beads. We'll provide supplies and patterns for inspiration! For ages 4-12. |
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