The Ogden Library is partnering once again with Cornell Cooperative Extension, to offer seven weeks of virtual cooking classes meant to encourage care givers and children to cook together. Cheryl Starcher Ceresna, Nutrition Teaching Assistant for Delaware County CCE, will lead families as they learn how to cook delicious and nutritious recipes at home. Those who are interested, should sign up at the library to receive login information. At the close of the program, those who attend at least six classes will be given a gift bag of kitchen tools.
Do you have a lovable lizard? The cutest cat or the most darling dog? Perhaps you have a unique pet or pet story that you just want to share with everyone you know. If so, then come join us on Zoom for our virtual pet show and tell. Don’t have a pet but want to see everyone else’s? You can still join in on the fun! Open to all ages and animals of every kind. Hope to see you there!
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The Ogden Library is partnering once again with Cornell Cooperative Extension, to offer seven weeks of virtual cooking classes meant to encourage care givers and children to cook together. Cheryl Starcher Ceresna, Nutrition Teaching Assistant for Delaware County CCE, will lead families as they learn how to cook delicious and nutritious recipes at home. Those who are interested, should sign up at the library to receive login information. At the close of the program, those who attend at least six classes will be given a gift bag of kitchen tools.
Until full bookmobile service can be resumed, we will be offering curbside delivery to bookmobile patrons.
We will take requests for the books that you would like to borrow. Contact Noelle (607-723-8236, ext. 322) with your requests at least a week before the date of delivery. (You can leave a voicemail with your request.)
At the bookmobile stop, please remain in your vehicle, and the driver will bring your items to you. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch!
Avoiding Lyme and other tick-borne diseases requires avoiding a tick bite! Join the New York State Integrated Pest Management Program’s Joellen Lampman as she talks about the different ticks in our area and their biology, the diseases they carry, and how to protect yourself and others from being bitten.
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The Board of Trustees will hold their regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday March 23, at 7:00 PM. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Until full bookmobile service can be resumed, we will be offering curbside delivery to bookmobile patrons.
We will take requests for the books that you would like to borrow. Contact Noelle (607-723-8236, ext. 322) with your requests at least a week before the date of delivery. (You can leave a voicemail with your request.)
At the bookmobile stop, please remain in your vehicle, and the driver will bring your items to you. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch!
Anyone can post information on the Internet, but how can we tell what is true, and what is a scam? This class will explore and discuss tips and tools that we can use to help verify information on the Internet, and to help us become more discerning readers. you will be able to follow along and ask questions. Visit gfjlibrary.org/tc for login information.
Join the Teen Fall Learning Program!!! For teens in grades 7th -12th, which runs from October 1st to November 1st. Register online at gfjlibraryny09.Readsquared.com, use the READsquared APP, or pick up a paper copy at the library. At the end of the program, a winner will be selected from the pool of finishers for a $25 Barnes and Noble Gift Card! Contact the library at 607-757-5350 if you have any questions.
Alexa is a voice assistant that is available on Amazon Echo devices as well as many third-party devices. Join us as we explore the Alexa app, the mastermind behind your devices. Knowing how to use and customize the Alexa app will help you make the most of your virtual assistant. Set up your Alex smart speaker to play music and podcasts, read books, turn on lights and recite the latest news plus do many more skills that are linked to the Alexa app.
This presentation is for anyone who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Together we will explore websites, apps, printed lists and more that will not only help us find our Next Great Read, but let us keep track of books that we have read or want to read, and to share the best ones with friends.
Paper coupons and store flyers are disappearing, and apps are taking their place. There are hundreds of terrific, free apps that are easy to use and that will help you save money every time you shop. Log in to learn how to use digital coupons, store ads, rebates and comparison shopping on your phone to make shopping easier and save you time too.
Thanks to the internet, a browser such as Chrome or Microsoft Edge is one of the most-used programs on our computers, but many people don’t really understand browsers. Find out how to get the most out of your browser with a few simple tricks. We’ll cover settings, tabs, special features and bookmarks in Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Next month we will cover Safari. Tune in to find out how to customize your browser and improve your browsing skills.
Join us in person OR via Zoom for this free tech class! (In person registration required)
Don’t keep your photos trapped on your phone or camera! Google Photos is an easy way to keep photos safe and organized, and to free up space on your phone. This introductory class will show you how to get started with Google Photos and will offer tips and tricks that can help you easily save, edit, and share your digital photos.
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Looking to save money and shop safer? Online shopping has never been easier or more convenient for consumers. You can purchase almost anything online. If you follow a few simple rules, you can save money and have a safe, secure online shopping experience. Join us for a look at the ins and outs of how to shop smarter online.
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Have you ever wanted to try Microsoft Office, but not wanted to pay for the software? Microsoft Online is a free and easy-to-use alternative! Join us to learn how to make a Microsoft Online account and to get started using Word Online.
Join us in person for this free event! Registration required.
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YouTube provides a source for free videos about basically everything, from historical news footage to current events, technology advice, shopping tips, how to fix just about anything, and much more. Videos can be viewed on smartphones, tablets, laptops, Alexa- or Google-powered smart displays, smart TVs, and video game consoles. Best of all—it’s FREE! Join us and learn some easy-to-use tricks to help you get more out of this video-sharing service.
Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5359.
From deciding which gifts to buy or facing financial stress after the holidays, this class will provide you with tips on how to plan and save for gift buying, create a shopping checklist, know your shopping limit, make smart financial decisions, and how to have financial success after the holidays. Presented by Visions Federal Credit Union.
Join us in person at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Register at gfjlibrary.org/tc or call us at 607-757-5359.
Media streaming devices are all the rage. These devices connect your TV to the internet, allowing you to stream content (TV shows, music, movies) through a streaming app. This class will focus on the Roku streaming device. Whether you’ve had the same Roku for years or just nabbed a new model, there’s more to know about these media streaming devices than meets the eye. Join us and discover how to easily maximize your Roku’s features.