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Writer’s Club with Karen Hempson

Local author Karen Hempson guides this fun and creative writing workshop where kids will brainstorm, write and polish their very own tales. For ages 8 – 12. Must attend all 4 sessions.

Monday, August 11 – Thursday, August 14 from 1:00 – 2:30 PM

The Life and Work of a Medical Examiner

Mary Jumbelic, M.D., former Chief Medical Examiner of Onondaga County, and author of the book Here, Where Death Delights (2023) and new release Speak Her Name (2025) shares insights into her life and work. Copies of her books will be for sale after the lecture.

Wednesday, August 13 @ 7:00 PM

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Rewilding for Wildlife & Water

Wildlife populations are declining and water quality is worsening at an alarming rate — but there is still hope. Janice Wiles, owner of Go Native! perennials, will discuss restoring landscapes with native vegetation as a fundamental contribution we all must make to support bending the curve on biodiversity loss and strategies to make it happen on your property.

Tuesday, August 19 @ 7:00 PM

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Muriel Anderson

Guitarist, harp-guitarist and composer Muriel Anderson is the first woman to have won the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship. Her CD was chosen as one of the top 10 CDs of the decade by Guitar Player Magazine and placed first in its category in 11 national awards. She has performed/recorded with guitar legends Chet Atkins, Les Paul, Victor Wooten and Tommy Emmanuel.

Thursday, August 28 @ 7:30 PM

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Ebooks, audiobooks and magazines via Libby
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Kanopy Streaming Services
Stream the world’s finest cinema, with hundreds of new films each month.
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Hoopla Streaming Services
Instantly borrow ebooks, audiobooks, music, movies/TV and comics.
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Monday - Thursday	9:00 AM — 8:00 PM
Friday	9:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Saturday	9:00 AM — 4:00 PM
Sunday	12:00 PM — 4:00 PM