Storytimes near MAXWELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

For families with children ages 0-5 years. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents/caregivers are invited to Maxwell Library to play together and socialize. Children get the chance to play and parents/caregivers get the chance to talk to other adults. Free. No registration required.

Off-site, Off-site

Children of all ages are welcome. Best for families with younger children, ages 3-8. Join Ms. Melissa at Charlee's Ice Cream. After you purchase your yummy treat, stick around and enjoy a simple craft! You can choose to do the craft at Charlee's or take it home to do at another time. This program is happening at Charlee's Ice Cream, not Maxwell Library. Charlee's is located at 112 Kasson Road in Camillus, next door to the Post Office. Free. No registration.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

These are free family entertainment programs. Come early for a front-row seat! Only families with children 18 and under may attend this program. Unearth the Mystery is brought to you by our friends at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo! Formally known as Zoo to You, Conservation to You with the Zoo is an exciting program that you won't want to miss! FREE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. PLEASE REGISTER EACH PERSON ATTENDING SEPARATELY.

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For all ages. Children under 6 may attend with an adult helper. Bring your own 100% white cotton T-shirt or other cotton items such as socks, bandanas or a tote bag and we'll provide the dyes and other supplies. Wear old clothes; dye will stain. In the event of rain, this program will be rescheduled. Free. Registration required. Please register each person individually.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

For children and teens ages 5 - 18. Level up at Maxwell Library! Syracuse's premier gaming expo, RetroGameCon, with be onsite with a ton of interactive fun! Come hang out with us as we explore the creativity and nostalgia of classic gaming. Join us for video games, tabletop games, and crafts. Free. Registration is required.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

Ages 2-18. Stop in anytime on Mondays and build something fun with our LEGOs! We have thousands of bricks for you to build with at your leisure. The finished structures stay at the library for a few days so everyone can see what you came up with. Then they're taken apart so the bricks can be used the following week. Take pictures so you can keep a personal journal of your creativity. We may add a theme where we ask you to create something special while you are here! Free. No registration. Drop-in program.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

For children who have completed Grades 3-8. Join SUNY ESF Summer Science Corps for a free, fun-filled week of nature exploration and career discovery! ESF students will lead participants through a weeklong curriculum exploring local green spaces, college and career pathways in environmental fields, and a wide variety of STEM activities. Whether you love bugs, plants, or splashing around a good old mud puddle, this is the program for you! Participants having just completed grades 3-8 are welcome to join us. When you register, you are signing up for the entire week. Programming will run from Maxwell Memorial Library daily, July 13 - July 17, 10am-2pm. Please bring your own lunch. Please note that Thursday's event will be at the Camillus Erie Canal Park on Devoe Road, and Friday's event will be on the ESF Campus; parents/guardians are responsible for your child's transportation. The library does not provide transportation. Registration required. Register each person individually.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

Bring your needlework or other small craft and unravel a different plot each month at our book club focusing on mysteries and thrillers. Unraveling Yarns usually meets the second Monday of the month at 5:00 PM, and is for adults 18 and older. Copies of the book for you to check out on your library account are available at Maxwell’s front desk one month before the meeting. Some titles may also be available through Libby or Hoopla, or as audiobooks. Newcomers and non-crafters welcome! Free. Registration is preferred. New members are always welcome.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

For children ages 3 to 10. Come to Maxwell anytime on Tuesdays for this drop-in, in-person craft time. Make the planned craft or one of your own choosing. All supplies are provided for the in-person craft time. You may still register for a grab-and-go kit if you prefer making your craft at home. There are extra grab-and-go kits at the front desk available the rest of the week, while supplies last. The take-home kits include all of the supplies you will need to do the craft except glue, scissors, and coloring supplies. Free. No registration for the in-person craft. Register only for the grab-and-go kit.

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Are your apps not behaving? Are your passwords getting out of control? Do you have questions about whether to install the latest system upgrade? Or are there other things about your tech devices you'd like to learn about or get straightened out? Every Tuesday, Pete—Maxwell’s tech librarian—has an open session for drop-in assistance with technology issues and problems. Whether your questions are about something new, something new to you, or something that’s been on your mind for a while, stop by at our Reference Desk for one-on-one help. Questions before you stop in? Email Pete at pete@maxwellmemoriallibrary.org. Free. No registration.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

Maxwell Matinees is the library's film series featuring a full-length feature on the second Tuesday of every month. All movies are free and open to the public. Snacks provided! Registration is preferred.

Off-site, Maxwell Memorial Library

For children ages 0 - 5 and a caregiver. Children and their favorite adult are invited to come for this fun-filled storytime. We will read stories, sing songs, learn nursery rhymes. Join Ms. Melissa at Charlee's Ice Cream for an ice cream themed storytime! After storytime is over, stick around and treat yourself to a tasty treat! This program is happening at Charlee's Ice Cream, not Maxwell Library. Charlee's is located at 112 Kasson Road in Camillus, next door to the Post Office. Free. No registration.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

These are free family entertainment programs. Come early for a front-row seat! Only families with children 18 and under may attend this program. Join us for a roaring good time with Dino Tails & Tales! Join Jeff the Magic Man on a prehistoric adventure where a mysterious dinosaur egg is getting ready to hatch. Along the way, we’ll experience prehistoric magical surprises, playful moments, and dino-tastic balloon creations for everyone to enjoy! The big moment is coming… get ready to see what hatches! Free. Registration not required.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

For families with children ages 0-5 years. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents/caregivers are invited to Maxwell Library to play together and socialize. Children get the chance to play and parents/caregivers get the chance to talk to other adults. Free. No registration required.

Off-site, Maxwell Memorial Library

Today's the day to get rid of all those empties from your early summer celebrations! This year, we ask you to bring your beverage bottles and cans directly to the Central City Bottle and Can Retrieval Center on Saturday, July 18, between 9am and 4pm. The Bottle and Can Retrieval Center, located in Fairmount at 224 Chapel Drive, will have a big trailer in its parking lot on Chapel Drive, just for Maxwell's returns. The proceeds will support Maxwell Memorial Library. Can't make it today? The Library has an account set up at the Fairmount bottle return center, so you can drop your empties off year-round and have them earmarked for Maxwell. Thank you for your support!

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The Greater Camillus Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Family Fun Day right next door to Maxwell Library in Munro Park. Look for Maxwell's table and join us for crafts and more! Come out and enjoy a day of family fun, food, and entertainment—absolutely free to attend. The Fire Department will be firing up the grill and offering a delicious meal for sale, including hot dogs, hamburgers, salt potatoes, beans, and a fresh salad. Buy a dinner and a novelty ice cream from the folks at Charlee’s Ice Cream!

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

Have you and your friends been looking for a space to practice your Mah Jongg skills? Then come to Maxwell with your group during our Open Play sessions. Our Community Room is available the first two Mondays of the month from 11am to 1pm. We have a few Mah Jongg sets available for you to use, but bring your own set if you can. As space is limited, please register. Sign up each person individually. If you don't have a foursome, come anyway to see if you can join another group. This is not a class, although we hope that more seasoned players will be willing to provide some guidance to newer players. Most players follow the National Mah Jongg League rules. If you need a 2026 rules card, you can order one yourself on the National Mah Jongg League website.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

Gregg Eriksen, Legislator for Onondaga County District 6, will be at the Library holding Mobile Office Hours this evening from 5:30-7:30pm. These Mobile Office Hours are designed to be general question and answer sessions. This is an opportunity for residents in District 6 to meet their legislator and express any concerns or suggestions they may have. No appointments are necessary. Walk-ins are welcome.

Maxwell Memorial Library

Are your apps not behaving? Are your passwords getting out of control? Do you have questions about whether to install the latest system upgrade? Or are there other things about your tech devices you'd like to learn about or get straightened out? Every Tuesday, Pete—Maxwell’s tech librarian—has an open session for drop-in assistance with technology issues and problems. Whether your questions are about something new, something new to you, or something that’s been on your mind for a while, stop by at our Reference Desk for one-on-one help. Questions before you stop in? Email Pete at pete@maxwellmemoriallibrary.org. Free. No registration.

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Join Red Robin in Camillus for a tasty Spirit Night and support Maxwell Memorial Library! The library will receive 20% of food sales during this fundraiser. This includes dine-in and to-go sales. Participate on Thursday, July 23, 2026 all day (11:00am-9:00pm) by showing the fundraiser flyer or mentioning the fundraiser to your server at this Red Robin location, or by ordering online at redrobin.com or on the Red Robin mobile app. For online and mobile app orders you must add the fundraiser to your cart before you check out for the sales to count towards the fundraiser. Flyers will be available at the library. Thank you for supporting a local business and your library!

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

For adults 18 and older. Make It @ Maxwell craft program for adults usually meets on the fourth Saturday of the month, but day and time can vary based on other activities. Check the calendar. Free. Registration is required.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

Ages 2-18. Stop in anytime on Mondays and build something fun with our LEGOs! We have thousands of bricks for you to build with at your leisure. The finished structures stay at the library for a few days so everyone can see what you came up with. Then they're taken apart so the bricks can be used the following week. Take pictures so you can keep a personal journal of your creativity. We may add a theme where we ask you to create something special while you are here! Free. No registration. Drop-in program.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

Between the Lines Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month at 2pm, unless posted otherwise. The club reads a variety of genres, from literary fiction to suspenseful bestsellers. Copies of the book for you to check out on your library account are available at Maxwell's circulation desk one month before the meeting. Some titles may also be available through Libby or Hoopla, or as audiobooks. Free. Registration is preferred. New members are always welcome.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

For children ages 3 to 10. Come to Maxwell anytime on Tuesdays for this drop-in, in-person craft time. Make the planned craft or one of your own choosing. All supplies are provided for the in-person craft time. You may still register for a grab-and-go kit if you prefer making your craft at home. There are extra grab-and-go kits at the front desk available the rest of the week, while supplies last. The take-home kits include all of the supplies you will need to do the craft except glue, scissors, and coloring supplies. Free. No registration for the in-person craft. Register only for the grab-and-go kit.

Maxwell Memorial Library

Are your apps not behaving? Are your passwords getting out of control? Do you have questions about whether to install the latest system upgrade? Or are there other things about your tech devices you'd like to learn about or get straightened out? Every Tuesday, Pete—Maxwell’s tech librarian—has an open session for drop-in assistance with technology issues and problems. Whether your questions are about something new, something new to you, or something that’s been on your mind for a while, stop by at our Reference Desk for one-on-one help. Questions before you stop in? Email Pete at pete@maxwellmemoriallibrary.org. Free. No registration.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

For ages 5-10 with a parent/caregiver. Puppeteer Mücahide Akarvardar brings the ancient world of Turkish shadow puppetry to Maxwell. Learn the story of Baba Himmet, the wise and gentle wanderer who understands the language of forests, flowers, and forgotten creatures of the earth. The adventure continues after the show with a hands-on nature activity where children can explore leaves, discover local trees and create imaginative nature-inspired art to take home. Come laugh, wonder and step into the shadows where stories still breathe. Perfect for children, families and curious hearts of all ages. Free. Registration required.

Community Room, Maxwell Memorial Library

For children ages 0 - 5 and a caregiver. Children and their favorite adult are invited to come for this fun-filled storytime. We will read stories, sing songs, learn nursery rhymes. Afterwards, there will be time to play and socialize. Free. No registration.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

These are free family entertainment programs. Come early for a front-row seat! Only families with children 18 and under may attend this program.

Children's Area, Maxwell Memorial Library

For families with children ages 0-5 years. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their parents/caregivers are invited to Maxwell Library to play together and socialize. Children get the chance to play and parents/caregivers get the chance to talk to other adults. Free. No registration required.

Maxwell Memorial Library

For grades 6-12 only! Register to reserve a kit with all supplies needed to make this month's craft. We will contact you when your kit is ready for pick-up. Free. Registration is required.