White Branch Library - Onondaga County Public Libraries

10/13/2026

Thanks for the great turnout at our Costume Closet this Monday! If you missed us and still need a costume, it's no problem! Both Betts and Mundy are hosting their own costume giveaways.

🎃 Details below:

Betts Branch Costume Closet
4862 South Salina St.
Syracuse, NY 13205
Saturday, October 17
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Mundy Branch Costume Closet
1204 South Geddes St
Syracuse, NY 13204
Saturday, October 24
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

10/11/2026

🍬 Tomorrow, October 12th, drop in all day to participate in in our costume giveaway! We will be giving away costumes all day, so drop in anytime 9AM-5PM!

One costume per family, unless children are onsite to choose their own costume. 🎃

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

10/10/2026

Our first Leaf Printing program of the month is coming up! Join us on Monday the 12th from 3PM to print leaf designs on various cloth objects, or bring your own to decorate!

We can't wait to see you there. 🍂

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

10/09/2026

Join us this afternoon for our first Tofu Food Sample program!

🍴 2:00PM - 3:30PM, while supplies last!

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

10/08/2026

ALERT: Tomorrow (Friday, October 9th) Liverpool Public Library will be closed for a staff development day.

10/08/2026

We have yet another new specialty trading card that has been released to the public. If you are going to catch a show at the Redhouse, stop by our pop-up library and look for a book to check out.

While you are there, feel free to take a Redhouse trading card. We also added a slew of new books for you to borrow that coincide with the performances of Babelfest, going on from October 8th-11th.

10/08/2026

ALERT: The internet and phones are down at Paine Branch Library. We will update you when they are back in operation. You can still visit the library to hang out, say 'hi' to staff, check out books and more 😁 .

The library is open but our Internet and phones are currently down. Because of this outage our patron computers, printing, copying, faxing and WIFI services are also not available at this time. You can check items out if you have your library card. Thank you for your understanding!

10/07/2026

In recognition of Banned Books week, check out another inspiring display from Evan Milholland at Soule Branch.

10/07/2026

The penultimate Downtown Farmer's Market yesterday with Desteny and Jessica. We broke out the Banned Books Buttons for the event.

Next Tuesday is the last market day for 2026. We have had a great season at Clinton Square. Hope to see you out there on the 13th, to catch us and "The King", who will be provided that end of the season entertainment.

10/05/2026

If you did not get a chance to see our More Than Just Books segment on CNY Central over the weekend, we have the link right here.

We chatted up about the Costume Closet, going on at three city branches, showed off some pics of the Elbridge Free Library Pumpkin Walk on the 17th of October. OCPL also created a landing page of spooky (and not so spooky) events going on at over 20 different libraries in the county. Everything from a costume dog parade to Halloween parties. There is something for every ghost.

Libraries across Onondaga County are getting ready for Halloween with a lineup of free events aimed at families.One program, called the Costume Closet, gives fa

10/05/2026

OCPL Spotted: Sara Jo & Yona spent the day at the Syracuse Parks & Recreation Mile Marketplace, where we signed up 10 peeps for library cards and had our very own library mascot at the event! Great conversation, fall-themed buttons, and an overall beautiful day. 🦊 If you didn't catch a fox this weekend...come see us at the Tuesday Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market, from 8:30 a.m. until 2-ish.

10/05/2026

📢 Heads up! Our Talk-To-A-Lawyer program is on break for the rest of the month of October. In the meantime, visit vlpcny.org to find other legal aid opportunities in the area. We look forwarding to seeing you again in November!

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

10/05/2026

Let Central Library staff help you with your job search! Anyone can register or walk in for one-on-one assistance with resumes, filling out job apps, email setup, LinkedIn, using the internet, interview coaching, and more. Every Friday, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

10/03/2026

If you're collecting OCPL Passport cards, a new special collector card is running wild at TWO events this weekend. Will you catch it today? 🦊 If you don't have your Passport yet, stop by any public library to get started.

10/02/2026

Good morning, book lovers! ❤ Beauchamp Branch Library is accepting new and gently-used book donations for readers of all ages to support its upcoming October 24th book sale. You can drop off books at Beauchamp during library hours. All proceeds go towards providing programs & activities for patrons. For more info, call Beauchamp at 315-435-3395.

10/01/2026

This month, we've got a new theme for our food samples: Tofu! Visit us on Fridays the 9th, 16th, and 30th for a different recipe which focuses on this versatile, protein-packed ingredient! 😁

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

09/25/2026

🍂 Join us next week for a fall themed cardmaking program! Make a card for a loved one, a friend, or a stranger, with fall colors and decorations!

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

09/24/2026

It's that time of year again! 🎃 If you have any new or gently used costumes and/or accessories, White, Betts & Mundy branch libraries are collecting them for their annual Costume Closet giveaways. You can drop off costumes to the following locations:

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St.

Betts Branch Library
4862 S. Salina St.

Mundy Branch Library
1204 S. Geddes St.

Thank you!

09/17/2026

Step Aside, microwaved fake butter popcorn! Visit the library tomorrow between 2:00PM and 4:00PM and rediscover a somewhat healthy snack: a fresh made bag of popcorn. 🍿

🌽 Custom season it with your favorite flavor, and play Corn Trivia to enter our raffle.

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519

09/14/2026

There is still time to register for our Pottery Painting Workshop!

Join us for a paint-your-own-pottery experience with the Painted Turtle. Learn how to glaze in a hands-on workshop. All materials provided, including a variety of bisque pieces to choose from. Come back on September 24th, the following week, to pick up your glazed piece.

Register at this link: https://onlib-central.libcal.com/event/17511650

White Branch Library
763 Butternut St, Syracuse, NY, 13208
(315) 435-3519