Sep
17
Fri
Lego Club
Sep 17 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

join us after school in the lower level of the library. Your creative abilities will be put to the test with a new building challenge each month. This month we will be recreating your furry friends. It could be your pet or just your favorite animal. Hope to see you there!

Sep
30
Thu
Fact or False? How Can We Know if What We Read Online is True? @ Virtual
Sep 30 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.

Oct
6
Wed
Top Ten Ways to Use your Smart Speaker with Alexa @ Virtual
Oct 6 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.

Oct
14
Thu
What Should I Read Next? How to Find your Next Great Read @ Virtual
Oct 14 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.

Oct
21
Thu
eCoupons, Rebates and More! Save Money When you Shop! @ Virtual
Oct 21 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.

Oct
27
Wed
Browser Tips: Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge @ Virtual
Oct 27 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

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.

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.

 

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!

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