Central Library - Onondaga County Public Libraries

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

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.