Dave Rozmarynowski from ROZ Puppets demonstrates how his puppets work after a puppet show at the North Webster Community Public Library during winter break. Photo provided by the library.

News Release

NORTH WEBSTER — When it’s too chilly to venture out, why not curl up with a good book without leaving your doorstep? The North Webster Community Public Library makes it easy to do with the Libby and Hoopla apps. From bestsellers to classics, a vast digital library collection is at the fingertips of North Webster residents.

To access e-books from Libby or Hoopla, patrons can simply download the free apps, log in with their North Webster library card number and PIN numbers and start exploring the virtual shelves. Libby allows users to check out 10 items at a time for up to three weeks. Items can be returned early to check out more books or they can be renewed to allow for more reading time. Hoopla allows patrons to check out up to 10 items per month. Apps are available on all smart devices or accessible online through any web browser.

As an added bonus, all reading done with e-books also counts toward your Winter Reading Program goals. Make sure to download the Libby or Hoopla apps and get started reading today.

Weekly Library Events

The following activities are set to take place at North Webster Community Public Library. Attendees do not need to have a library card to participate in any of these events.

Adult Events

Writer’s Corner will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 22. This month’s writing theme is to write about something new you want to try this year. Bring your writing and share with the group or just listen and learn new writing skills.

Beat the Winter Blues Day will be happening from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23. Keep your brain active this winter by doing crafts, playing games, doing puzzles and learning new skills. No registration required — just drop in for the fun.

Exercise classes will be happening at the library this week. Get Fit While You Sit chair exercise will be meeting at 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25. Let’s Move Dance class will be held at 5 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 25. These classes are free and open to the public; no library card required.

Teen Events

Have the after-school blues? Stop by between 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, to hang out with friends, play board games and battle in Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your games to play. Snacks, coffee and pop will be provided.

The North Webster Community Public Library, in conjunction with the Syracuse Public Library, will be hosting the second annual Teen Art Contest Open House from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26. Teen artists as well as their family and friends are invited to this open house to view the artwork and enjoy light refreshments. Prizes will be awarded to the winners in each age category.

Children’s Events

Story times will be returning to the library in February. Baby and Toddler Time will be meeting at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays starting Feb. 6. Preschool storytime will be meeting at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays starting Feb. 7. Registration is appreciated, but visitors are always welcome.

For more information about any library events, call (574) 834-7122, visit the website at nwcpl.org or click into the library’s Facebook page.