Soapmaking, Music At Syracuse Public Library
News Release
SYRACUSE — A new month means new learning opportunities for children taking part in the Syracuse Public Library’s Homeschool Program.
Teen librarian Shelly Krueger will instruct the class at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 4, in the art of soapmaking. Then, each following Friday in March, children will learn about music and interact with various instruments. There may even be some special guests along the way.
For preschoolers and toddlers, storytimes continue at 10:30 a.m. each Wednesday and Friday. Wednesday’s Wacky and Wiggly Storytime features messy fun in the form of crafts, so dress accordingly.
Register To Build Leprechaun Traps
Children of all ages will want to register to build a leprechaun trap at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, March 17. During this STEM-based activity, children will create and design their very own traps. They will decide which style of trap will best capture a leprechaun, using the copious supplies that will be available.
Registration begins March 1 and can be done online at https://bit.ly/3GZes3L.
Friends Of Library Meet
After a winter break, the Friends of the Syracuse Public Library will meet at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 3, in the downstairs meeting room. Members and those interested in the Friends’ mission to support the Syracuse Public Library are welcome to attend. Since the meeting occurs before the library opens, knock on the Harrison Street door to enter.
The Friends will then meet at 11 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month.
Teen Gaming
Unwind after school by gaming from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, March 3. The Syracuse Public Library has a Nintendo Switch with several game choices. This program is low key, and teens can come and go as they please.
Teen gaming always meets on the first Thursday of each month. During the rest of the month, teens can game on their own using the library’s public computers. A popular game choice is Fortnite.
WorkOne Visits Library
Those in need of employment help are welcome to meet with Sara Swiger of WorkOne Indiana from 3-5 p.m. each Thursday in the library’s Rosalyn Jones Room.
Swiger can be reached at (574) 269-3050 or [email protected] to set up an appointment.