Oswego Public Library

10/12/2026

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day by diving into fantastic books by Native American authors! There's something for every reader.

- Beyond the Glittering World: An Anthology of Indigenous Feminisms and Futurisms
- Legendary Frybread Drive-in
- Never Whistle at Night Part II, Back for Blood
- An Expanse of Blue by Kauakanilehua Māhoe Adams
- Medicine Wheels by Byron Graves
- Exposure by Ramona Emerson
- Python's Kiss by Louise Erdrich
- If the Dead Belong Here by Carson Faust

All of these books and similar titles are available through the North Country Library System: https://ncls.na3.iiivega.com/

10/09/2026

Interested in learning the basics of calligraphy? Then join us on Saturday, October 17th, from 10 am to 12:00 pm for a calligraphy class with Kate Thompson of Scripts and Snips to learn an italicized calligraphy alphabet! This activity is suitable for ages 13 and up.

Sign up by calling the library at 315-341-5867, emailing [email protected], or registering online at https://tinyurl.com/OSWCalligraphy2026

The class will be held in the community room on the lower level.

10/06/2026

From September 30th – October 26th, the library will host a banner display titled Enslavement to Freedom, on loan from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

Enslavement to Freedom is a multi-year commemoration, highlighting New York’s unique history with the institution of slavery. This display is part of the ‘Our Whole History’ initiative, a framework that seeks to expand the history we share to better reflect the rich multicultural world of New York’s past and present.

10/05/2026

The Oswego Public Library will be closed Monday, October 12th, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

10/03/2026

From now until Thursday, October 8th, the North Country Library System is offering library-themed T-shirts and sweaters, perfect for the Halloween season, featuring beautiful artwork by Kelsey King!

Available via this link: https://north-country-library-sytstems26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

10/03/2026

Go wild with reading at the Oswego Public Library! Visit the children's room this fall for adventurous reads.

Download the children's room calendars for the upcoming season on our website: https://oswegopubliclibrary.org/children/

10/03/2026

Wednesday, October 7th, from 5-6pm -- Sensory Potion Jars at the Oswego Public Library!

Stir up magic and make DIY sensory potion bottles while munching on mystical snacks! This event is for teens ages 13-17.

Register to reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996742269880?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/02/2026

For those following along at home, here is the Oswego Public Library's very own Daily Inktober challenge!

Create artwork in any medium using as many of these prompts as you like throughout the month. From daily doodles to full pieces, create what inspires you!

Share your artwork with us by emailing it to [email protected] or by posting it and tagging us so we can see it.

Want to participate in an art show? Drop off 4-6 of your favorite pieces by November 14th to have your work showcased on the library's second floor in the stacks!

10/02/2026

Join us on Wednesday, October 7th, for an Emergency Preparedness Program hosted by the Citizen Preparedness Corps at the Oswego Public Library! 5:30 PM. Hosted in the west end of the library’s Main Floor.

This New York Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents how to prepare for emergencies and disasters, including:
* Creating a family emergency plan
* Understanding local risks, including possible nuclear accidents
* Building and maintaining emergency supply kits

Interested in learning more? Check out this playlist of training videos by NYS DHSES:

An online training to help you prepare for emergencies and disasters.