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Programs for the Month of November 2023
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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.
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Art Reception & Exhibit with Paul PearceMonday, November 13 at 7:00 pm View the thought-provoking photography of Paul Pearce throughout the month of November. Meet the artist at our reception on the 13th from 7-8 pm.
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Holiday Wreath ContestBegins Wednesday, November 15 Pick up a wreath form starting on the 15th. Decorate it for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Years, Winter Solstice, or any other winter celebration, then bring it back to the library by November 29th. The winner will be announced on Wednesday, December 13th. You could win a $25 Wegmans gift card!
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Medicare 101Tuesday, November 21 at 10:00 am Get your Medicare questions answered. This program is coordinated by the FamilyCare Medical Group and Salt City Senior Care Advantage Group.
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Black Friday SaleFriday, November 24 at 10:00 am Everything is 50% off at the Friends of Salina Library hallway sale! Find books, audiobooks, and DVDs. From 10:00 am until 5:00 pm.
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Crafts for Seniors: Cranberries Necklace Friday, November 10 at 11:00 am Craft and chat with other seniors! We're making necklaces out of wooden cranberry beads and a bit of silver. For adults 50+. Registration is required.
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Let's Eat: Autumn Sides Tuesday, November 14 at 6:00 pm Bake an autumn side dish then bring it with the recipe. Sample everyone's offerings while you discuss autumn sides! For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Writer's Group Wednesday, November 15 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+. Registration is required.
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Create: Glitter House Tuesday, November 21 at 6:00 pm Create a glitter house, based on the traditional putz house, out of recycled cards! For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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In Stitches Monday, November 27 at 6:00 pm Whether you like to knit, crochet, or do other needlework, it's more fun to do it together! Bring in your projects to show off or work on while we chat. For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Mah Jongg Mondays at 1:00 pm Learn to play mah jongg then join a weekly game. National Mah Jongg League rules. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Mah Jongg Tuesdays at 12:00 pm Already know how to play mah jongg? Join us for weekly play. National Mah Jongg League rules. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Afternoon of Games Wednesdays at 3:00 pm Backgammon, cribbage, scrabble, and more! Learn to play if you don't know how. Bring your own boards & cards, if you have them. For adults 18+. Please register.
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Mexican Train Dominoes Monday, November 20 at 6:00 pm Meet up for an evening of playing Mexican Train. If you don't know how to play we'll teach you. For adults 18+. Registration is required.
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Dungeons & Dragons on Roll20: Sponsored by Salina Library Happening Now Would you like to play D&D online? From the novice to the level 20 player, all are invited to join the Roll20 virtual tabletop game! If you’d like to DM, you can run a game or learn how to do it from an experienced Dungeon Master. You’ll need a computer, a mic, and high speed internet; a camera is optional. Want to learn more? Email us at DandD@salinalibrary.org.
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Monday Mysteries: Curiostiy Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly Monday, November 6 at 4:00 pm Join us in the library for our monthly mystery book club. This month we're discussing Curiosity Thrilled the Cat by Sofie Kelly. New members are welcome! Please register. If you wish to join us via Zoom, please get the link on our events calendar at salinalibrary.org. For adults 18+.
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On the Same Page: Aurora's Cafe Saturday, November 18 at 11:00 am 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.
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Page Turners Book Club: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Tuesday, November 28 at 6:30 pm Join in our monthly discussion; new members are welcome! November's choice is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Please register or use the Zoom link on our website events calendar. For adults 18+.
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Time Travelers Ongoing Our current book is Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. After everyone has read it we'll meet at a cafe to discuss the book. If you'd like more information please email adults@salinalibrary.org.
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Friends of the Salina Library Monday, November 6 at 7:00 pm Help support Salina Library by joining our Friends group. Manage the book sale, along with other fundraisers. Ask for an application at the front desk. For adults 18+.
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Salina Library Board MeetingMonday, November 20 at 7:00 pm Monthly Board meeting. Open to the public.
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Crochet Kit Giveaway: Granny Bauble Begins Wednesday, November 1 Learn to crochet granny that turns into a bauble ornament. Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. Limit 1 per patron. For adults and teens 14+.
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Craft Kit for Adults Giveaway: Glitterhouse Begins Wednesday, November 22 Create a glitter house, based on the traditional putz house, out of recycled cards! Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+. Limit 1 per patron.
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Craft Kit for Adults with Disabilities: Stained Glass Tree Begins Wednesday, November 29 Make a tree that looks like stained glass! Pick up a kit any time the library is open, while supplies last. For adults 18+ with disabilities. Limit 1 per patron or 10 per group.
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Monthly Kits for Kids & Teens |
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The Salina Library Presents: Blast Off to Kindergarten! Looking for a fun, simple, and inexpensive way to bond with your young child and get him/her ready for school? Let's READ! When you first sign up for Blast Off to Kindergarten, you receive a bag with information on how to help your child prepare for Kindergarten as well as a folder with your first reading sheet. Whenever you read a book to your child, color in one of the pictures on the sheet. When it's all filled in, bring it to the circulation desk to receive your next sheet and a sticker. Completing certain sheets means earning an extra prize! Each child who completes the program will receive a free book and certificate!
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Early Learners Story Time Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – November 8, 15, 22, & 29 Make learning fun! Your child will learn important early literacy and social skills with stories, rhymes, and songs, in a setting appropriate to their needs. No registration is required. 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, November 9 at 6:00 pm Children ages 3-6, wear your comfiest pajamas for a special night-time story time and craft! Please register in advance.
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Toddler's Tango Saturday, November 4 at 10:30 am Join in the fun at this popular music and movement class for toddlers and preschool-aged children! This program is made possible through a grant from the Literacy Coalition of Onondaga County. Registration is required.
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Salina Teen Warriors Tuesday, November 14 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 Warriors! Members will be helping to brainstorm and create activities for the library, and more!
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LEGO® Club Wednesday, November 8 at 4:00 pm Do you love LEGOs®? Join us as we build, build, build! For ages 5-12. For more information, call: 315-454-4524
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Friday Crafternoon Friday, November 17 from 3:30-4:30 pm Drop in between 3:30 and 4:30 pm for a craft buffet with several different projects to try! For ages 4-12. Please register in advance.
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