Programs for the Month of May

 Hours:
Mon-Thu: 10-8
Fri: 10-5
Sat: 10-2
 
Salina Library is Open for In-Library Services
  • Services include Browsing and Check Out, Holds Pick Up, Printing, Faxing, Copying, Public WiFi, and Computer Use.
  • Curbside Pickup is available.
 

Also, check out our digital library, with virtual programs and digital resources available 24/7 at www.salinalibrary.org!

If you have any questions please call the library at 315-454-4524 or e-mail info@salinalibrary.org
 
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Book Sale
Saturday, May 14 from 10 am - 3 pm
Low prices on books, audiobooks, DVDs and CDs for all ages. Bag sale from 2-3pm!
New! BrainFuse HelpNow
 
Live Tutors are Available from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM daily.  Live Tutoring, Homework help, Test Preparation, Writing Lab, and Adult Learning Center are just some of the great features available! 
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For All Ages
Take Home Craft Kits
Looking for something to do this month? Salina Library offers FREE monthly kits for a variety of ages! Call the library at 315-454-4524 to reserve a kit.
 
Storytime Kits
Storytime Kits contain coloring sheets with songs and rhymes, a monthly craft, and fun stickers! The kits follow our weekly Virtual Early Learners Storytime themes. Join our virtual storytime on Wednesday mornings at 11:00 a.m. by signing up for the Zoom sessions at https://onlibsalina.evanced.info/signup or use the songs, rhymes, and book lists on the coloring sheets to create your own! The kits best for ages 3-6.
 
Adult Craft Kit
A new craft is offered on the third Monday of every month for adults 18+. Many types of crafting techniques are used, but each comes with step-by-step instructions and photos. 
 
Craft Kit for Adults with Special Needs
This kit can be completed with a friend or family member. It’s released on the fourth Monday of each month and is available for a month or while supplies last.
 
Crochet Kit:
The crochet kits are for intermediate crocheters. Each kit contains a pattern and the yarn needed to complete the project; you’ll need to have the hook. Crochet kits are released on the first Monday of each month. Need help with your project? Email Janet at ASRP@salinalibrary.org with any questions.
 
 
 
For Adults

One-on-One Technology Help
Tuesdays 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? One-on-one technology 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).
 
Monday Mysteries: Mango, Mambo, and Murder by Raquel V. Reyes
Monday, May 9 at 3:00 pm
Join us monthly for a mystery book discussion. Please register.
 
 
Book Sale Blowout
Monday, May 16 - Thursday, May 19 during regular hours
Rock bottom prices on our book sale remainders.
 
Adult Class: Bee Bath
Tuesday, May 24 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.  Create a tiny bath to help sustain bees. Butterflies like it, too! For adults 18+. Registration is required.
 
 
Page Turners Book Club: Anxious People by Frederik Backman
Tuesday, May 31 at 6:30 pm
Currently meeting in the Community Room at Salina Library.  Google Meet is available if requested.
 
Adult Craft Kits
  • Available Monday, May 2. Bird Feeder- Make a small hanging bird feeder. You'll need a G hook; everything else is provided. While supplies last.
  • Available Monday, May 9: Activity Kit: Hummingbird Feeder & Perch.  Craft a colorful feeding station for hummingbirds. For adults 18+. While supplies last.
  • Available Monday, May 16: Craft Kit: Butterfly Feeder. Bring the butterflies to your yard with this feeder. For adults 18+. While supplies last.
  • Available Monday, May 23: Craft Kit for Adults with Disabilities: Rainbow Spinner. Create a colorful spinner then watch it turn in the wind. Limit 10 per group. While supplies last.
Monthly Kits for Kids & Teens
 
Take Home Craft Kit
Monthly craft kit for kids & teens that require minimal if any supplies from home.  Recommended for ages 6 and up. To pick up a kit, stop by the library or set up a Curbside Pickup appointment by calling us at 315-454-4524.  May's craft is a Springtime Hanging Bird!  For more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524.
 
Story Time Kit
Each month, Miss Monica will prepare a Storytime Kit to go along with that month’s story time themes.  Each kit contains: one coloring page for each week, with songs and rhymes to go with the weekly theme; a sticker, and a monthly craft.  Recommended for ages 3-6. To pick up a kit, stop by the library or set up a Curbside Pickup appointment by calling us at 315-454-4524.
For help or more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524.
 
Bonus Kit: Star Wars
May the 4th be with you!  We’re celebrating Star Wars Day with a special craft kit—DIY Pool Noodle Light Saber! Each kit will contain materials and instructions for making your own light saber using a pool noodle and duct tape, plus more Star Wars goodies!  Kits will be available starting May 2nd and can be picked up at the library as supplies last.  Recommended for ages 5 and up.  To pick up a kit, stop by the library or set up a Curbside Pickup appointment by calling us at 315-454-4524.
For help or more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524.

Children's Programs

Early Learners Story Time Online
Wednesdays, 11:00 AM –  May 4, 11, 18, & 25
Weekly story time for ages 3-6 with stories, rhymes and songs. We will meet using Zoom so children can have some "face-to-face" interaction with each other as well as with Miss Monica. For help or more information, go to www.salinalibrary.org or contact us at 315-454-4524.
 
 
Kids & Teens

LEGO® Club
Wednesday, May 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, wearing face masks and following COVID precautions.  Please register in advance. 
 


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Mattydale, New York 13211
(315) 454-4524
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