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Friday, November 14, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Readings by Poets Monica Youn and Barbara Ungar

11/14/2008

7 pm – none

free

Saturday, November 15, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Sunday, November 16, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Monday, November 17, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Thursday, November 20, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Friday, November 21, 2008

A Reading by Roy Kesey

11/21/2008

7 pm – none

free

Author of Nothing in the World

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Saturday, November 22, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Sunday, November 23, 2008

A Sleigh Ride Through History

11/23/2008

2 pm – none

admission

Professional  sleigh designer/builder Roger Allen of Ontario County talks abou thte development of American sleighs. Includes his collection of miniature sleighs and accessories.

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Monday, November 24, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

The Wonder of Water, Wheels, Wind, and Wood

11/05/2008, 11/06/2008, 11/07/2008, 11/08/2008, 11/09/2008… more View All Dates

10 am – 11 am

admission

Explore hands-on science adventures in this workshop that emphasizes observation, formulating questions and designing experiements.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Preschool Discovery with Pendulums

12/03/2008, 12/10/2008, 12/17/2008

10 am – 11 am

admission

This winter science class will offer answers for the many questions posed by young children about how the universe works.

Preschoolers will explore science adventures with an emphasis on observing, formulating questions, and designing experiments.

for ages 3-5

Please register by December 1.

 

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Christmas at the Counter

12/07/2008, 12/14/2008

2 pm – none

admission

What was Christmas shopping like during the 1950’s?  Learn from 1950’s Syracuse retailers as they gather to remember and share shopping trends, fashion styles, and the prices during that era.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Updowntowners General Meeting

12/09/2008

5 pm – 7 pm

free

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Preschool Discovery with Pendulums

12/03/2008, 12/10/2008, 12/17/2008

10 am – 11 am

admission

This winter science class will offer answers for the many questions posed by young children about how the universe works.

Preschoolers will explore science adventures with an emphasis on observing, formulating questions, and designing experiments.

for ages 3-5

Please register by December 1.

 

Rosamond Gifford Lecture Series: Ann Patchett

12/10/2008

7:30 pm – none

admission

  • Venue: Mulroy Civic Center at Oncenter
  • Website: www.onlib.org
  • Phone:435-2121 or 435-8006
  • Email:
Friday, December 12, 2008

The CNY Economy: A Regional Perspective

12/12/2008

7:30 am – 8:45 am

free

F.O.C.U.S. ON BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY”“THE CNY ECONOMY: A REGIONAL PERSPECTIVEPRESENTER:LINDA DICKERSON HARTSOCKEmpire State Development, Central NY Regional DirectorLinda joined Empire State Development in 2007 and is responsible for managing its regional office which serves Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego Counties. Her expertise is developing regional partnerships for economic and community development 

  • Venue: City Hall Commons, 7th Floor, 201 E. Washington Street
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Sunday, December 14, 2008

Holiday Reflections: Ornaments

12/14/2008

2 pm – none

admission

OHA is honored to host Dr. David Speck, Ophthalmologist by day Christmas tree ornament collector by night.  Dr. Speck will present ornaments from different places around the world and during different time periods.  His extensive collection will provide the audience with diversity and the history of Christmas tree ornaments.

Christmas at the Counter

12/07/2008, 12/14/2008

2 pm – none

admission

What was Christmas shopping like during the 1950’s?  Learn from 1950’s Syracuse retailers as they gather to remember and share shopping trends, fashion styles, and the prices during that era.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Preschool Discovery with Pendulums

12/03/2008, 12/10/2008, 12/17/2008

10 am – 11 am

admission

This winter science class will offer answers for the many questions posed by young children about how the universe works.

Preschoolers will explore science adventures with an emphasis on observing, formulating questions, and designing experiments.

for ages 3-5

Please register by December 1.

 

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

UPDOWNTOWNERS GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS

01/06/2009

5 pm – 7 pm

free

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

SCIENCE SURPRISES OF SNOW AND ICE, SOUND, SEEDS AND STRETCHY STUFF CLASS

01/07/2009, 01/14/2009, 01/21/2009, 01/28/2009

none – none

admission

Prereschoolers (ages 3-5) learn to formulate questions and test answers through hands-on experiments.

Friday, January 9, 2009

F.O.C.U.S. on Building a Sustainable Community

01/09/2009

7:30 am – 8:45 am

free

WHAT WE CAN LEARN FROM THE NYS LABOR DEPARTMENT”Follow-up to session on the regional economy.PRESENTER:ROGER EVANSNYS DEPARTMENT OF LABORRoger Evans is one of 10 regional economists employed by the New York State Department of Labor to gauge the local economy in terms of job trends, wages, and other factors that determine career opportunities in the region.  Roger is a 1977 graduate of Niagara University with a BA in economics and business.  He has worked over 30 years as a regional analyst.  In his spare time he creates web-based labor market information products for the Department’s web pages. Roger explains how seemingly dry statistics can improve your business. His series of web based special articles attracts more than 1,200 subscribers.           

  • Venue: City Hall Commons, 233 East Washington Street
  • Website:
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Saturday, January 10, 2009

HOW TO BUILD A SCIENCE FAIR PROJECT WORKSHOP

01/10/2009

1 – 4 pm

admission

Learn how to create a successful science fair project and how to prepare for a winning presentation to the judges.

INVESTIGATING ICE BALLOONS CLASS

01/10/2009

11 am – noon

admission

Children (ages 6-9) to explore properties of liquid water, water vapor and ice.

Sunday, January 11, 2009

PHOTOGRAPHING NATURE CLASS

01/11/2009

3:30 – 4:30 pm

admission

Adults will learn the basics of photographing nature and to share their work.

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

THE MILKY WAY AND BEYOND CLASS

01/14/2009, 01/21/2009

1 – 2 pm

admission

Learn about astronomy and the discoveries of Edwin Hubble.

SCIENCE SURPRISES OF SNOW AND ICE, SOUND, SEEDS AND STRETCHY STUFF CLASS

01/07/2009, 01/14/2009, 01/21/2009, 01/28/2009

none – none

admission

Prereschoolers (ages 3-5) learn to formulate questions and test answers through hands-on experiments.

Saturday, January 17, 2009

SCHOLASTIC JAZZ JAM WORKSHOP

01/17/2009

2 – 5 pm

admission

  

The "Scholastic Jazz Jam" Series, events at which local High School and College students are invited to perform in a supportive environment backed by area professionals.

Aspiring Jazz Instrumentalists "Learn the Ropes" of Public Performance, Backed by the area's Finest Jazz Professionals. Play Tunes of Your Choice in a Supportive Atmosphere. All Experience Levels Welcome!

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

THE MILKY WAY AND BEYOND CLASS

01/14/2009, 01/21/2009

1 – 2 pm

admission

Learn about astronomy and the discoveries of Edwin Hubble.

SCIENCE SURPRISES OF SNOW AND ICE, SOUND, SEEDS AND STRETCHY STUFF CLASS

01/07/2009, 01/14/2009, 01/21/2009, 01/28/2009

none – none

admission

Prereschoolers (ages 3-5) learn to formulate questions and test answers through hands-on experiments.

Saturday, January 24, 2009

INVESTIGATING DRY ICE CLASS

01/24/2009

11 – noon

admission

Discover the scientific questions and answers held by dry ice.

Sunday, January 25, 2009

MAKING BIRD FEEDERS WORKSHOP

01/25/2009

11 am – noon

admission

Children will design and assemble bird feeders.

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

SCIENCE SURPRISES OF SNOW AND ICE, SOUND, SEEDS AND STRETCHY STUFF CLASS

01/07/2009, 01/14/2009, 01/21/2009, 01/28/2009

none – none

admission

Prereschoolers (ages 3-5) learn to formulate questions and test answers through hands-on experiments.

Sunday, February 1, 2009

Photographing Nature

02/01/2009, 02/08/2009, 02/15/2009

none – none

admission

Have you ever wondered how to capture the beauty of nature with just one click? Join the MOST’s newest adult photography class: Photographing Nature continues in February.

This experience is designed to teach adults the basics of photographing nature and allow participants to share their work with others.

Class size is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

UPDOWNTOWNERS GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS

02/03/2009

5 – 7 pm

free

Thursday, February 5, 2009

FEBRUARY BOOK CLUB MEETNG

02/05/2009, 02/12/2009, 02/19/2009

5:30 – 7:320 pm

admission

February’s book: Bill Bryson’s, A Short History of Nearly Everything

Sunday, February 8, 2009

Photographing Nature

02/01/2009, 02/08/2009, 02/15/2009

none – none

admission

Have you ever wondered how to capture the beauty of nature with just one click? Join the MOST’s newest adult photography class: Photographing Nature continues in February.

This experience is designed to teach adults the basics of photographing nature and allow participants to share their work with others.

Class size is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thursday, February 12, 2009

FEBRUARY BOOK CLUB MEETNG

02/05/2009, 02/12/2009, 02/19/2009

5:30 – 7:320 pm

admission

February’s book: Bill Bryson’s, A Short History of Nearly Everything

Sunday, February 15, 2009

Photographing Nature

02/01/2009, 02/08/2009, 02/15/2009

none – none

admission

Have you ever wondered how to capture the beauty of nature with just one click? Join the MOST’s newest adult photography class: Photographing Nature continues in February.

This experience is designed to teach adults the basics of photographing nature and allow participants to share their work with others.

Class size is limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

A Mark Twain Valentine

02/15/2009

2 pm – none

admission

What a better way to celebrate Valentine’s weekend than with the following course of true love with “the first couple”?  No, not President Obama and Michele, but Adam and Eve, who reveal their innermost feelings, thoughts, and insights through entries in their personal diaries.  Treat your sweetie and come visit the Onondaga Historical Association on Sunday, February 15th at 2:00pm for a valentine from one of America’s greatest humorists, Samuel Clemens’ also known as Mark Twain; a presentation of the heart warming and witty “The Diaries of Adam and Eve”.   Extracts from “Adam’s Diary” were first published in “the Niagara Book”, a souvenir publication sold at the Buffalo Worlds Fair in 1893.  The setting of Eden is near Niagara Falls, NY with reference to Tonawanda, NY.  “Eve’s Diary” was written in 1906, and the two works were published together in one volume for the first time in 1931.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

FEBRUARY BOOK CLUB MEETNG

02/05/2009, 02/12/2009, 02/19/2009

5:30 – 7:320 pm

admission

February’s book: Bill Bryson’s, A Short History of Nearly Everything

NYS SPACE SERIES: FUN WITH FLUID DYNAMICS CLASS

02/19/2009

7 – 9 pm

free

Charles Williamson, professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University will speak on Fun with Fluid Dynamics as part of the NYS Space Series. Age Level: Adults, middle and high school ages .

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Communication with the Enemy

02/22/2009

2 pm – none

admission

Among the nearly one million documents in the OHA archives are two 1864 letters exchanged between two men who never actually met.  In each letter, the writers try to passionately convince the other to understand their very opposite positions in a war that has torn apart their nation.  Learn about the powerful emotions President Abraham Lincoln had to face as his nation plunged in a Civil War. 

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

ROSAMOND GIFFORD LECTURE SERIES PRESENTS SARAH VOWELL

02/24/2009

7:30 pm – none

admission

Author of Assassination Vacation,

Friday, March 6, 2009

YMCA's Downtown Writer's Center Readings

03/06/2009

7pm – 12:00 AM

free

Understanding Photography Class

03/06/2009, 03/13/2009, 03/20/2009

5:30pm – 6:30pm

fee

Age levels: teens, adults and seniors

Saturday, March 7, 2009

Amateur Radio Class

03/07/2009, 03/14/2009, 03/21/2009

11am – 1pm

fee

Age level: 10 and up, FCC licensure upon satisfactory completion of course.

MIX IT UP! Art Classes

03/07/2009

10:30am – 12pm

admission

Monday, March 9, 2009

Sisters in Spirit

03/09/2009

2pm – none

This presentation tells the story of the Iroquois Confederacy, whose practice of gender equality inspired the emerging women's rights movement in upstate NY over 100 years ago.

Friday, March 13, 2009

YMCA's Downtown Writer's Center Readings

03/13/2009

7pm – 12:00 AM

free

Understanding Photography Class

03/06/2009, 03/13/2009, 03/20/2009

5:30pm – 6:30pm

fee

Age levels: teens, adults and seniors

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Amateur Radio Class

03/07/2009, 03/14/2009, 03/21/2009

11am – 1pm

fee

Age level: 10 and up, FCC licensure upon satisfactory completion of course.

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Artist Open: Nancy Jurs

03/19/2009

6pm – 12:00 AM

free

Sculptor Nancy Jurs will lead a walking tour of her exhibition and will discuss the broad range of themes and media used during her 40-year career.

Friday, March 20, 2009

Understanding Photography Class

03/06/2009, 03/13/2009, 03/20/2009

5:30pm – 6:30pm

fee

Age levels: teens, adults and seniors

Saturday, March 21, 2009

Amateur Radio Class

03/07/2009, 03/14/2009, 03/21/2009

11am – 1pm

fee

Age level: 10 and up, FCC licensure upon satisfactory completion of course.

Sunday, March 22, 2009

Folktales with a Feminine Touch

03/22/2009

2 pm – none

admission

Canal boat Sal, Little Audrey, Bess Call, Anne Bonney, Mary Read, Sal Fink, Pretty Suzanna, Drop Star.  Ever hear of any of these ladies?  Probably not, since they have been overshadowed by their male counterparts in American Folklore. 

In celebration of Women’s History Month join storytellers Rachelle Clavin, Marcia Mahaffy, Cathy Neuner, Dara Newson, Nicole Stanek, and Betsy York  for tales of mirth, magic, myth, miracle, and motherhood for all ages!

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Rosamond Gifford Lecture Series

03/31/2009

7:30pm – 12:00 AM

admission

  • Venue: John H. Mulroy Civic Center at Oncenter
  • Website: www.onlib.org
  • Phone:435-2121
  • Email: