Jul
20
Thu
Discover the Power of YouTube @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call
Jul 20 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Discover the Power of YouTube @ George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts.  (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

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. YouTube has something for everyone, regardless of age, interests or preferred device. 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.

Sep
21
Thu
Protect Your Privacy Online @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call
Sep 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Protect Your Privacy Online @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts.  (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

There are many simple tips and tools we can use to limit our exposure online, and to protect our privacy whether we are browsing the internet, shopping or using social media like Facebook.  This online presentation will explore some of those ways that we can limit what others can see and collect about us while we are using our phones, tablets or computers.

Oct
10
Tue
George F. Johnson Memorial Library – File Management Basics @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call
Oct 10 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
George F. Johnson Memorial Library - File Management Basics @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts.  (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

Do you feel overwhelmed looking at the mess of files, images, and old junk on your computer? Join this class to learn how to: identify what types of files you have; create and name folders; organize your files into folders; and use local and cloud storage.

Oct
17
Tue
George F. Johnson Memorial Library – Browser Tips & Tricks for Chrome & Edge @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call
Oct 17 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
George F. Johnson Memorial Library - Browser Tips & Tricks for Chrome & Edge @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts.  (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

Thanks to the internet, a web browser such as Chrome or Microsoft Edge is one of the most-used programs on our computer, 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. Participants should bring their own laptop with Chrome and Edge installed if possible, or they can use a library laptop.

Oct
22
Sun
Oxtoberfest Carnival @ Oxford Memorial Library
Oct 22 @ 1:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The Oxford Memorial Library at 8 Fort Hill Park, Oxford, NY will be having a kids Carnival from 1:00-4:00 on Sunday October 22nd in the park. There will be lots of games and activities for the kids.

 

Oct
26
Thu
George F. Johnson Memorial Library – Misinformation, Disinformation, & Honing Digital Literacy @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call
Oct 26 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
George F. Johnson Memorial Library - Misinformation, Disinformation, & Honing Digital Literacy @ GFJ Tech Center Zoom Call

Join us via Zoom at the George F. Johnson Memorial Library Tech Center for this FREE class! Use this link to join the class. Video call will open 15 minutes before class starts.  (tinyurl.com/GFJTC-class)

The ease with which anyone can post false and misleading information online has been multiplied and compounded by the introduction of deep fakes, artificial intelligence, and social media in recent years. Recognizing fact from fake information is becoming more difficult and more important, and this course will present tools which will equip us with necessary skills to effectively navigate the digital world and help us become more digitally literate.

Dec
1
Fri
Family Fun @ Oxford Memorial Library
Dec 1 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Stop by the library for a fun time with Jess. There will be crafts and games for everyone to enjoy!

Dec
7
Thu
Family Fun Night @ Oxford Memorial Library
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Family Fun Night at the Oxford Library!

Dec
8
Fri
Family Fun @ Oxford Memorial Library
Dec 8 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Stop by the library for a fun time with Jess. There will be crafts and games for everyone to enjoy!

Dec
15
Fri
Family Fun @ Oxford Memorial Library
Dec 15 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Stop by the library for a fun time with Jess. There will be crafts and games for everyone to enjoy!

Dec
22
Fri
Family Fun @ Oxford Memorial Library
Dec 22 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Stop by the library for a fun time with Jess. There will be crafts and games for everyone to enjoy!

Feb
10
Sat
Abandoned in Chenango – Henry Drexler @ Oxford Memorial Library
Feb 10 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Come to the Oxford Memorial Library for a new presentation by Henry Drexler. Learn about Chenango county’s history of abandoned farmland through art.

May
2
Thu
Fairy House Craft Night @ Oxford Memorial Library
May 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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!

May
11
Sat
Monarch Voyage @ Oxford Memorial Library
May 11 @ 10:00 am
Monarch Voyage @ Oxford Memorial Library

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.

May
16
Thu
Family Game Night @ Oxford Memorial Library
May 16 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Family Game Night @ Oxford Memorial Library

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.

May
25
Sat
Plant and Seed Swap @ Oxford Memorial Library
May 25 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Plant and Seed Swap @ Oxford Memorial Library

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!

Jun
22
Sat
Pride at the Library @ Oxford Memorial Library
Jun 22 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

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.

Jun
27
Thu
The Adventures of Green Golly and Her Golden Flute @ Oxford Memorial Library
Jun 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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!

Nov
15
Fri
Family Craft Night – Finger Knit Friends @ Oxford Memorial Library
Nov 15 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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.

Dec
6
Fri
Polar Express at the Library @ Oxford Memorial Library
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Get ready for an enchanting journey to the North Pole! We invite you and your family to join us for a special Polar Express event at Oxford Memorial Library filled with holiday cheer, storytelling, and a touch of winter magic.
Don’t forget to wear your pajamas for the full Polar Express experience!
– Polar Express Storytime: Enjoy a cozy reading of the beloved classic.
– Hot Chocolate & Treats: Sip on warm cocoa and enjoy holiday snacks.
– Photo Opportunity: Capture the magic with a visit from Santa!

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