Visit the Oxford Memorial Library for a spa inspired DIY project. Together we will make herbal bath salts. All supplies are provided.
Visit the Oxford Memorial Library for a spa inspired DIY project. Together we will make herbal bath salts. All supplies are provided.
Come to the Oxford Memorial Library for a new presentation by Henry Drexler. Learn about Chenango county’s history of abandoned farmland through art.
Visit the Oxford Memorial Library for a magical craft night making homes for our Fairy Friends! Crafters and Fairy enthusiasts of all ages are welcome!
Solitude Farmz will be visiting the Oxford Memorial Library this weekend to share their experience and knowledge of Monarch butterflies. Join us for their presentation about the raising, releasing, and tagging of Monarch butterflies. At a time when the population of these beautiful butterflies has declined by 90% it is extremely important to learn about the stewardship practices Solitude Farmz has developed and use. This program is open to all ages and everyone is encouraged to come!
Solitude Farmz is a Monarch Waystation certified by the Monarch Watch organization. Monarch Waystations have to meet specific criteria by providing things such as native milkweeds, nectar plants, shelter for Monarch butterflies. If you are interested in visiting this Monarch Waystation yourself, Solitude Farms is a five star rated Airbnb host.
Need to de-stress? Miss the fun freedom of coloring as a child? Want to do something creative? If any of these apply to you then we think you would love our Adult Coloring Night at the Oxford Memorial Library!
Studies have found that coloring reduces anxiety, reduces stress, improves brain function, and more! Coloring is also a lot of fun and shouldn’t be just for kids. Come to the Oxford Memorial Library on Wednesday evening May 15th at 5:30pm to relax and have some fun. We will provide coloring sheets, colored pencils, markers, crayons, and light refreshments. If you have an adult coloring book at home or a favorite set of markers feel free to bring them! This is an adult program for ages 16 and older.
Family Game Night is the third Thursday each month at the Oxford Memorial Library! Bring the family or some friends to have fun playing a variety of board games. You can bring your favorite game from home or play one from our collection. Some players bring really interesting games for everyone to play and it is a great way to spend a Thursday evening.
Visit the Oxford Memorial Library for a Plant and Seed Swap!
All visitors will be entered into a drawing for a handmade Macrame Plant Hanger!
You can bring houseplants, perennials, and seeds
- Plants must be in pots or another suitable container and labeled.
- Please only bring healthy and pest free plants to the swap
- Seeds must be labeled
- Some bags and boxes will be available for carrying your plants home but bringing your own is recommended.
Get the garden season started and make some new planty friends!
Celebrate Pride Month with us at the Oxford Memorial Library on Saturday, June 22nd! We will have crafts, music, food, book and movie recommendations, and a safe space to enjoy the community.
Musical storytelling, a Rapunzel story, summer reading program kickoff night? What could be more fun? Join us at the Oxford Memorial Library for a fun performance by Green Golly, music and storytelling come together for a magical evening at the library.
This is also our kickoff event to get the Summer Reading Program started! 
Oxford Memorial Library invites families to a craft night!
You will learn the basics of finger knitting and make a friend to take home with you. Everyone will be able to choose between making a snake or butterfly friend.
All supplies will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Get in the Holiday Spirit with a fun Book Page Wreath! We will use pages from discarded library books to create a beautiful wreath. Add holiday greenery for a touch of Christmas or let the book pages shine on a wreath you can put up all year.
All supplies will be provided, and Gillian will lead everyone through the craft.
Class is limited to 20 spots, Call the Library at (607)843-6146 or stop by the circulation desk to sign up. Refreshments will be served.
– Hot Chocolate & Treats: Sip on warm cocoa and enjoy holiday snacks.
– Photo Opportunity: Capture the magic with a visit from Santa!
With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. The training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or man-made disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies.
Visit the Oxford Memorial Library for a fun winter craft! All ages are welcome to come and make a snowflake ornament out of puzzle pieces. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
