Storytimes near Fayetteville Free Library

Offsite

Join other walkers for about 45 minutes of walking. We walk along the Feeder Canal (approximately 1/2 way to the Canal, then turn around.) Meet at Canal Landing park, next to Freedom of Espresso. Canal Landing park has a bathroom and ample parking behind Freedom of Espresso. The address is: 120 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville, NY 13066 During the summer, we will monitor the heat index and air quality.

Offsite

This is a great opportunity for beginners! Join our staff for an hour and a half long group outing on the Erie Canal! This trail is flat, paved or gravel and should be accessible to all. Program attendees can expect to cover about a mile along the Erie Canal. Staff will have some binoculars to hand out. Don't forget water! If you have any questions please email Chris at Cwinter@fflib.org Address: 7555 Manlius Center Rd, Kirkville, NY 13082

Community Room AB

This camp is currently full. To join the waitlist email: kpeirson@fflib.org STEAM Camp Jr. is our 2-day camp for kids entering grades 1 and 2 this fall. Camp will run on July 9th & 10th from 10am - 12pm. Campers should plan to attend both days. Everyone will receive their own camp t-shirt to tie-dye and participate in fun STEAM activities. Past activities have included slime, critterbots, engineering challenges, and more! To register for this camp: Sign up here on our events calendar when registration opens on 4/1 at 8am. Wait 1-2 days to receive an email from Kristen Peirson with a more detailed registration form Submit the detailed registration form to complete your child's registration If registration is full and you are interested in joining the waitlist, please email Kristen at kpeirson@fflib.org

FFL Greenspace

Bring a blanket or yoga mat and join us for an all-ages Outdoor storytime program in our Greenspace! Featuring songs, rhymes, music, movement, and stories! In the event of extreme heat or rain, storytime will be cancelled. Storytimes set your child up for success by fostering language and literacy skills, sparking imagination and creativity, enhancing literacy skills, and promoting social-emotional development, all while cultivating a love of reading!

Makerspace

Yes that's right, they bee meeting the second Thursday of every month! All are welcome and there is no fee!Questions? Contact Ray Lowe at Hiwire@msn.com

Community Room AB

Join us for a funny and exciting magic show for the whole family! Featuring Paul Jackman, a talented local magician with decades of experience. Space is limited; please register for each adult and child who will be in attendance.

Community Room C

A writer's group that meets weekly to present and provide constructive feedback on members' writing pieces. Members will be at different levels in their writing and will share experiences and lend support to one another.

Community Room AB

For more info and to register, click here: https://onlib-fayetteville.libcal.com/event/16584555

Community Room AB

Join Nat for one of his favorite films this fall with a brief discussion to follow In 1818, high-spirited young Fanny Brawne (Abbie Cornish) finds herself increasingly intrigued by the handsome but aloof poet John Keats (Ben Whishaw), who lives next door to her family friends the Dilkes. After reading a book of his poetry, she finds herself even more drawn to the taciturn Keats. Although he agrees to teach her about poetry, Keats cannot act on his reciprocated feelings for Fanny, since as a struggling poet he has no money to support a wife. Release dateSeptember 18, 2009 (USA) DirectorJane Campion CinematographyGreig Fraser Running time1h 59m GenresRomance, Drama, Melodrama, Indie film ScreenplayJane Campion Closed Captioning will be on

Makerspace

Join us for a hands-on introduction to 3D printing! This training will cover the basics of how 3D printers work, how to prepare and send files to print, and safety guidelines for using the equipment. Participants will learn how to use slicing software and explore design resources to create their own designs. Perfect for beginners and anyone interested in exploring this exciting technology. Must be 10 to use 3D printers unsupervised.

Try out a fun, hands-on activity every week! Grab a pre-packaged supply kit from our front porch during curbside hours (or gather the supplies yourself) and follow along with our instructional video at home! New kits are released the first Saturday of each month* and are available while supplies last. Find all of our Take & Make instructional videos on our YouTube channel. *Check our web site to confirm dates.

Try out fun, hands-on activities related to a different storytime theme every week! These kits contain supplies for a hands-on craft and multiple learning activities, as well as early literacy info and tips for parents. Great for toddlers and preschoolers! Grab a kit from our front porch during curbside hours - no registration required! New kits are released the first Saturday of each month and are available while supplies last.

Community Room AB

Make your own charms and keychains using UV resin. Join us one Saturday a month at 1pm for an activity for High School ages. For other age groups be sure to check our events calendar!

The library is closed Sundays between June 28 & August 30 as part of the library's summer hours.

Drop in any time this week to find our mascot, Nutmeg the flying squirrel & Digby the Dinosaur, hidden somewhere in the library! See what she's wearing, then write it down along with your name and email address on a raffle ticket for your chance to win a Fayette's gift card or a Tully's gift card! 2 winners drawn at random each week.

Community Room AB

STEAM Camp for kids entering 3rd, 4th,5th or 6th grades September 2026 $65 per student. Limit one session per student (both sessions feature the same activities). Sign Up Here https://fflib.org/steam-camps Registration will open April 1st at 8am. Registration is for the entire 1 week of camp. Session 1: July 13-17 from 10am-3pm OR Session 2: July 27- July 31 from 10am-3pm

Community Room AB

STEAM Camp for kids entering 3rd, 4th,5th or 6th grades September 2026 $65 per student. Limit one session per student (both sessions feature the same activities). Sign Up Here https://fflib.org/steam-camps Registration will open April 1st at 8am. Registration is for the entire 1 week of camp. Session 1: July 13-17 from 10am-3pm OR Session 2: July 27- July 31 from 10am-3pm

FFL Greenspace

Bring a blanket or yoga mat and join us for an all-ages Outdoor storytime program in our Greenspace! Featuring songs, rhymes, music, movement, and stories! In the event of extreme heat or rain, storytime will be cancelled. Storytimes set your child up for success by fostering language and literacy skills, sparking imagination and creativity, enhancing literacy skills, and promoting social-emotional development, all while cultivating a love of reading!

FFL Greenspace

We'll supply the dye, gloves, and rubber bands, you bring your own t-shirt, socks, hat, or whatever you'd like to tie dye. This program will be outside in the Library's Greenspace. In case of bad weather, this program may be cancelled. Join us every Tuesday for a different activity for students entering grades 6-12. For younger age groups be sure to check our events calendar!

Makerspace

STEAM Camp for kids entering 3rd, 4th,5th or 6th grades September 2026 $65 per student. Limit one session per student (both sessions feature the same activities). Sign Up Here https://fflib.org/steam-camps Registration will open April 1st at 8am. Registration is for the entire 1 week of camp. Session 1: July 13-17 from 10am-3pm OR Session 2: July 27- July 31 from 10am-3pm

Community Room AB

Do we share a home with other animals? What kinds of animals live in New York, what do they look like, sound like, and move like? See and touch some cool animal biofacts as we learn about four animals that call New York their home. Also learn about some animal habitats and where to find some native animals, whether it be the forest, river, meadow, or even the city, and help match the animal to their home. Space is limited, please register.

FFL Greenspace

Brighten your world with your own custom tie dye creation! Bring a blank t-shirt, bag, socks - whatever you want! Please limit one item per person. Please register each person who plans to tie dye. Please note: we will provide the dye, participants need to bring their own items to tie dye.

Community Room AB

Join us Wednesday evenings for a staff picked surprise movie! Please check the calendar as some weeks the space is reserved for other programs!

Offsite

Join other walkers for about 45 minutes of walking. We walk along the Feeder Canal (approximately 1/2 way to the Canal, then turn around.) Meet at Canal Landing park, next to Freedom of Espresso. Canal Landing park has a bathroom and ample parking behind Freedom of Espresso. The address is: 120 Limestone Plaza, Fayetteville, NY 13066 During the summer, we will monitor the heat index and air quality.

Community Room AB

STEAM Camp for kids entering 3rd, 4th,5th or 6th grades September 2026 $65 per student. Limit one session per student (both sessions feature the same activities). Sign Up Here https://fflib.org/steam-camps Registration will open April 1st at 8am. Registration is for the entire 1 week of camp. Session 1: July 13-17 from 10am-3pm OR Session 2: July 27- July 31 from 10am-3pm

FFL Greenspace

Bring a blanket or yoga mat and join us for an all-ages Outdoor storytime program in our Greenspace! Featuring songs, rhymes, music, movement, and stories! In the event of extreme heat or rain, storytime will be cancelled. Storytimes set your child up for success by fostering language and literacy skills, sparking imagination and creativity, enhancing literacy skills, and promoting social-emotional development, all while cultivating a love of reading!

FFL Greenspace

We're influenced by a whole lot of music, from rock and funk to jazz or bluegrass, we like to make music that feels good! We hope you feel the same! Bring your family and your blanket or chairs! Come enjoy the music!

Community Room C

A writer's group that meets weekly to present and provide constructive feedback on members' writing pieces. Members will be at different levels in their writing and will share experiences and lend support to one another.

Community Room AB

STEAM Camp for kids entering 3rd, 4th,5th or 6th grades September 2026 $65 per student. Limit one session per student (both sessions feature the same activities). Sign Up Here https://fflib.org/steam-camps Registration will open April 1st at 8am. Registration is for the entire 1 week of camp. Session 1: July 13-17 from 10am-3pm OR Session 2: July 27- July 31 from 10am-3pm

Community Room AB

Join us for an all-ages storytime program in our Community Room! Featuring songs, rhymes, music, movement, and a craft! Storytimes set your child up for success by fostering language and literacy skills, sparking imagination and creativity, enhancing literacy skills, and promoting social-emotional development, all while cultivating a love of reading!