Summer Reading 2026 - Unearth a Story

June 29 - August 8

Join us at the library this summer for our 2026 Summer Reading Program: Unearth a Story! For every book you read and report back to the library, you'll get a prize from your age group's treasure chest, and an incentive coupon to a local business and every book you report acts as your raffle ticket for that week's raffle prize.

Red, White, & Reel: America 250 Film Series

Thursdays at 1:15 PM

Celebrate America's 250th anniversary with a six-week film series highlighting pivotal moments, remarkable individuals, and unforgettable stories that have shaped the nation’s history and culture. From inspiring true stories to beloved American classics, each film offers a unique perspective on the people, events, and ideals that continue to define the United States.

"A Most Fortunate Folly: William Henry Seward & the Alaskan Purchase" Lecture Presented by the Seward House Museum

Wednesday, July 22 | 5:30 - 6:30 PM

Join Jeffery Ludwig, PhD, Education Director of the Seward House Museum, for a lecture highlighting the purchase of Alaska and Seward’s preoccupation with westward expansion and Manifest Destiny. It also explores Seward and Frederick’s voyage and impressions of Sitka, Alaska.

From Dinosaurs to Backyard Birds: Creating a Bird-Friendly Yard

Saturday, July 25 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Did you know the birds visiting your feeder today are modern-day dinosaurs? Join, Janet Allen, President of Wild Ones HGCNY to learn fascinating facts about some of our favorite backyard birds and discover how to create a habitat where these living descendants of dinosaurs can thrive. Learn how to provide food, water, shelter, and safe nesting spaces while exploring the important role native plants play in supporting birds and other wildlife.

From Dinosaurs to Songbirds: Bird Sketching with Onondaga Audubon

Saturday, August 1 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Join local environmental educator Anna Stunkel to learn the basics of bird sketching while exploring the fascinating evolution of birds — from dinosaurs to modern songbirds.

ALL THAT JAZZ!

Sunday, October 11, 2026 • 5:30 PM • Tuscarora Golf Club

Join us for an evening of live jazz, community, and giving! Featuring the Frank Grosso Trio.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sunday, October 11, 2026 • 5:30 PM • Tuscarora Golf Club

Support the Marcellus Free Library by sponsoring All That Jazz, an evening of live music and community.

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