The Eclipse at CLD&J
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Solar Eclipse Presentation

Thursday, March 28th @ 6 pm. Join the MOST as we review what happens during a solar eclipse, how to view safely, and what you can to do prepare! Click here for more information.

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Total Solar Eclipse
Community Viewing

Monday, April 8th @ 1 pm. Patrons are welcome to join us in viewing a once in a lifetime event in DeWitt, New York – a total solar eclipse! Bring a lawn chair, picnic blanket, and snacks!

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Library Hours on 4/8/24
- Closing at 4:30 pm

The inside of the library will be closed from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Bathrooms in the lobby will still be accessible. The library will close for the rest of the day at 4:30 pm.

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Eclipse Glasses

Glasses will be available on the day of the solar eclipse, Monday, April 8th @ 1:00 pm on a first come first serve basis. One per person. If you have any further questions, please call the library at 315-446-3578 or email us at reference@cldandj.org.

 
Hive Makerspace
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3D Printing On-Demand

We offer remote 3D Printing for the cost of materials. Fill out the Google form and include the .stl or .obj file and we will let you know when it is ready for pick-up!

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Community Cabinet

A place for community members to exchange and share crafting items. Located in the Hive makerspace.

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Nest of Things

A special collection of kits and equipment for patrons to checkout and take home. Items include a Cricut Joy, a Streamer Bundle, and much more! Click here for more information.

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Quilling Craft:
Butterflies and Bees

Thursday, March 21st @ 6:00 pm. Learn how to quill and create a quilled card. Quilling is an artform that involves using a small tool to roll paper strips into intricate designs.

 
Children's Services
Paper, scissors, glue, and tape crafting supplies.

School Supplies Exchange

The School Supply Exchange is a community space where patrons and students can donate school supplies, take supplies that they need, or both! It can be found in our Children's Discovery Area.

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Spring Fling
w/ Donna B.

Saturday, March 23rd @ 11:00 am. Come join us for our Spring Fling musical storytelling and movement program. Recommended for ages 1 to 10. Registration required.

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Storytime

Join us on Mondays for Babies & Books, a storytime designed specifically for children from birth to 18 months old to experience the structure of language. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, we host a Story Play for ages 0 to 5 where we combine books, songs, games, and playtime.

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Pet, Play, Read
w/ CNY Pet Partners

Come unwind with Anne and Sandy! Sign up as a family unit for a 15 minute block to pet, play, or read to Sandy the Therapy Dog. Registration is required. Check back each month for the new date.

 
Programs
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Spring Event Guide

Click above to view the Spring Event Guide, a booklet that details all of our upcoming programs for March, April, and May 2024. We have programming for babies through adults of all ages. Check it out!

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Forensic Pathology: A Local View

Tuesday, March 19th @ 6:00 pm. Join expert forensic pathologist Mary Jumbelic, M.D for an in depth presentation on the life of a medical examiner and the science of forensic pathology. Mary is also a local author and will read from her newly published book 'Here, Where Death Delights.’ Registration encouraged.

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Teen Game Night

Monday, March 25th @ 5:30 pm. Come hang out and play games! There will be a Switch, an Xbox, and board games too.

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CLD&J Music Series: Keyna Hora Klezmer Band

Friday, March 29th @ 7:00 pm. The Keyna Hora Klezmer Band returns to the Community Library with a lively performance. Registration encouraged.

 
Services & Outreach
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Memory Care Collection

Circulating resources, activities, and entertainment for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their caregivers.

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Broadband For All

Borrow one of the Library's hotspots to use at home. Comes with internet access. Simply connect your device via WiFi to the hotspot and your are set to surf!

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Room Bookings

Patrons can reserve Group Meeting Rooms A, B, & C during open hours. Make sure to review the Meeting Room Use Policy and get in touch if you have questions.

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Hygiene Pockets

The library is now providing free, donated hygiene products in the main level public bathrooms to help those in need in our community.

 
New Arrivals