Adult Programming… Wednesday Writers’ Support with Asha Sanaker! 23 Feb 202123 Feb 2021 Join us Wednesday, February 24th at 6pm for special guest Asha Sanaker! Follow this link to join: http://Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84319968884... Meeting ID: 843 1996 8884Passcode: 287019 This week will…
Adult Programming Wednesday Writer’s Support with Rachel Dickinson! 9 Feb 20219 Feb 2021 Join us on Wednesday, February 10th at 6pm for special guest Rachel Dickinson! We will meet by Zoom. Find us at this link: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84319968884?pwd%3DQ0wzSCt1a2tVbS9pWmE2MDNES2RBQT09%26fbclid%3DIwAR0gj_RS4rG6CIAICIGQFLd-iiHFViVL6cfltcW1aaFcXy57tB_DRXEI8ZA&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1612979496974000&usg=AOvVaw11kD8JJRJ5UycK5swf81ud Rachel writes about science, nature, environmental…
Adult Programming… Finding the Poetry in Prose: A Prose Poetry Workshop and Open Reading with published author Nancy Dafoe 9 Feb 202113 Feb 2021 The Workshop will be held on Saturday February 20th from 11-1 via Zoom. The Open Reading will be held Saturday February 27th from 11-1 via Zoom. To register email director@lodilibrary.net…
Children's Programming… STEAMPunks Project Packs-To-Go: February 2021: Hearts! 9 Feb 202112 Feb 2021 Generously sponsored by the United Way of Seneca County! STEAM Punks Project Packs-to-Go are available by calling 607-582-6218 or emailing youth@lodilibrary.net. This month we will learn all about hearts in…
Community Information… Black History Month at the Lodi Whittier Library February 2021 9 Feb 20219 Feb 2021 And we can help with the books part! In our collection we have many books authored by African Americans, stories that are Black-centric, as well as informative and compelling non-fiction…
Children's Programming… Will you be my Valentine? 9 Feb 20219 Feb 2021 Through the month of February, the Lodi Whittier Library will be collecting Valentines to send to the residents at Cayuga Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Ithaca. Please mail or…
Children's Programming STEAM Punks Project Packs To Go January 2021: Stars! 21 Jan 202121 Jan 2021 Generously sponsored by the United Way of Seneca County! STEAM Punks Project Packs-to-Go are available by calling 607-582-6218 or emailing youth@lodilibrary.net. We are studying and celebrating stars this month! Stay…
Community Information… Lodi Whittier Library’s Annual Meeting 7 Jan 202125 Jan 2021 Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 7pm via Zoom Email director@lodilibrary.net or call 607-582-6218 to receive the Zoom invite. ALL ARE WELCOME!!!
Adult Programming Finding Joy & Ease in the Long Winter 2 Jan 20212 Jan 2021 An 8-Session Community-Oriented Health Program in the Time of Covid-19 Facilitated by Caroline Peterson, M.A. Learn basic mindfulness skills for responding to the stress of life. This free program will…
Children's Programming… Tyke Tales Story Time on Zoom with Ms. Nora 30 Dec 20209 Feb 2021 I can't wait to hear your voices and see your faces and introduce you to some of our new books as well as re-acquaint you with some favorites. This is…
Children's Programming STEAM Punks Project Packs to Go December 2020: Snow! 8 Dec 202021 Jan 2021 Generously sponsored by the United Way of Seneca County and the United Way of Greater Rochester! STEAM Punks Project Packs-to-Go are available by calling 607-582-6218 or emailing youth@lodilibrary.net. Let is…
Adult Programming Wednesday Writers’ Support 8 Dec 20208 Dec 2020 Join us Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:00! Email director@lodilibrary.net or call 607-582-6218 for the Zoom link. Writers of all levels and all genres are welcome!
Adult Programming Introduction To Mindfulness With Caroline Peterson, MA 24 Nov 202024 Nov 2020 Join us in welcoming Caroline Peterson, MA to our library! She will be offering sessions through Zoom on Saturday December 12th 11:00am-1:00pm and on Wednesday December 16th 5:00pm -7:00pm to…
Children's Programming STEAMPunks Project Packs-To-Go November 2020: Games! 10 Nov 202010 Nov 2020 This month’s STEAM THEME is dedicated to National Game & Puzzle week in November. Game & Puzzle week coincides with Thanksgiving and cooler weather and family time- in other words,…
Important Announcements New Hours! 17 Oct 202017 Oct 2020 Beginning Tuesday, October 20th, we will be open longer hours. Sunday/Monday closed Tuesday 10-4 Wednesday 1-7 Thursday 10-4 Friday 1-7 Saturday 10-2 Please call 607-582-6218 or email director@lodilibrary.net to schedule…
Children's Programming… STEAMPunks Project Packs-To-Go October 2020: Pumpkins! 10 Oct 202023 Dec 2020 If you want to get REAL hands-on, this is some guidance on how to make Pumpkin Oobleck (slime). I think we did this in STEAMPunks last year but I was…
Children's Programming… STEAM Punks To-Go Project Packs! FREE for school-aged children! 1 Oct 202021 Jan 2021 Monthly Take-Home Project Packs for school-aged kids! Email youth@lodlibrary.net or call 582-6218 to register. This project is funded by the United Way of Seneca County and the United Way of…
Adult Programming Online Haiku Poetry Workshop and Reading with Traveling Poet, Michael Czarnecki 10/10 and 10/17 30 Sep 202030 Sep 2020 Saturday October 10th and October 17th starting at 11:00 via Zoom. Email director@lodilibrary.net or call 607-582-6218 to register.
Important Announcements Lodi Whittier Library will be closed on Tuesday, September 8th in honor of Labor Day 2 Sep 20202 Sep 2020 We will reopen Wednesday, September 9th at 3:00pm. Please call 607-582-6218 or email director@lodilibrary.net to make a browsing appointment.
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 9 (Aug 21 – 27) Gliders! 21 Aug 202021 Aug 2020 As we glide towards the end of summer, we'd like to take this moment to thank you for participating in our Summer Fun Packs-To-Go for Kids program. We have thoroughly…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 8 (Aug 14 – 20) Beach Balls 14 Aug 202014 Aug 2020 Beach Balls-for that fabulous beach on the lake or ocean...or the puddle you made with the hose in your back yard! 50 Things Beach Ball!Download Color Mixing Beach Ball ActivityDownload…
Important Announcements Lodi Whittier Library E-News! 8 Aug 20208 Aug 2020 Our E-Newsletters are published via email about every two weeks. To sign up, follow this link! http://eepurl.com/g0HXbn We never share our email list. If you have feedback or suggestions, please…
Important Announcements Current Services 8 Aug 20208 Aug 2020 Browsing Appointments began Tuesday, August 4th. https://lodilibrary.net/book-an-appointment/ Porchside Pickup began Tuesday, June 16th. https://lodilibrary.net/wp-admin/post.php?post=2586&action=edit
Important Announcements “Book” an Appointment FAQ 8 Aug 20209 Feb 2021 We are excited to announce that you can now make a 30 minute appointment to come browse or use a computer inside the Lodi Whittier Library! How do I book…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 7 (August 7 – 13) Frisbees 7 Aug 20208 Aug 2020 Frisbees can be thrown-of course. But, my memory (Beth here) of a frisbee and childhood is far more messy. Frisbees are excellent trays for carrying mud from the driveway puddle…
Important Announcements “Book” an Appointment! 4 Aug 20209 Feb 2021 We are now accepting limited appointments for in-library browsing and/or to use a computer. Masks are required. Call us at 582-6218 or email director@lodilibrary.net to schedule. Current hours of operation…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 6 (July 31 – Aug 6) Playing Cards 1 Aug 20201 Aug 2020 Card games for summer and beyond! (July 31 - Aug 6) Card games can be played by the whole family. They are perfect for hot summer afternoons and cold, winter…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 5 (July 24 – July 30) Bubbles 25 Jul 202025 Jul 2020 Tiny Bubbles....and HUGE ones too! (July 24 - July 30) Bubbles are so much fun! Perfect for a lazy, hot summer day. Bubbles!!!Download Bubble Recipes, Bubble Tricks, Bubble Science https://www.homesciencetools.com/article/how-to-make-super-bubbles-science-project/…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 4 (July 17 – 23) Jump Rope 17 Jul 202017 Jul 2020 Jump Rope Fun Challenge! (July 17 - 23) START HERE! Before you do anything else, watch this video of the 2018 American Double Dutch League Championship held in Sumter, SC.…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 3 (July 10 – 16) Sidewalk Chalk 10 Jul 202010 Jul 2020 Sidewalk Chalk Fun! (July 10-16) What can YOU create with sidewalk chalk? Here are some ideas! Fun-Games-to-play-with-Sidewalk-ChalkDownload Water an Alphabet Garden: https://toddlerapproved.com/2012/06/watering-alphabet-garden.html Skip Counting: https://www.playdoughtoplato.com/sidewalk_chalk/ Geometry Jump: https://simpleplayideas.com/shape-game Dots and…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program Week 2 (July 3 – July 9) Flashlight Fun 3 Jul 20203 Jul 2020 Week 2 (July 3 - July 9): Flashlight Fun Staying up after dark is a hallmark of summer fun! Here are some things to do with the flashlight inside your…
Children's Programming… How to Join our Summer Reading Program: Imagine Your Story! 25 Jun 202025 Jun 2020 Every week from June 26th - August 28th (except the week of July 3-9th), the Lodi Whittier Library will offer free books, activities and snacks in our SUMMER FUN PACK…
Children's Programming Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program: Week 1 25 Jun 202025 Jun 2020 Week 1 (June 26 - July 2): Play Dough Play Dough is THE fun Summer toy! (Well, Fall, Winter and Spring too....we love Play Dough year round!) Play-Dough-ActivitiesDownload Play-Dough-RecipesDownload Here…
Children's Programming… Imagine Your Story! Summer Reading Program 2020 23 Jun 202021 Jan 2021 Welcome to Lodi Whittier's Library Summer Reading Program! Beginning Friday, June 26th, 2020 we are offering multiple options for children (and adults!) to celebrate summer by participating in our Summer…
Important Announcements Porchside Pickup FAQ 9 Jun 20209 Feb 2021 Q: How do I know what’s in Lodi’s collection if I can’t browse the shelves? Go to our website (www.lodilibrary.net)Choose “Search the Catalog” at the top of the page.If you…
Important Announcements 2020 Census 24 Mar 202013 Apr 2020 Every 10 years, the US Census Bureau undertakes a mammoth task: counting all the people residing in the United States. This count affects the allocation of funding for our community’s…
Important Announcements Lodi Library’s YouTube Channel! 20 Mar 20209 Feb 2021 Guess what?! The library in Lodi has its own YouTube channel (!!) Click here --> Lodi Whittier Library Right now we'll be using it to share our children/youth programming, Tyke…
Resources Helpful Resources During Library Closure (and other times) 19 Mar 202029 Mar 2020 This list was compiled by our President John Henderson! We are so grateful for his dedication and his research librarian background. How to use the library when the library is…
Arts and Artisans Moon’s Breath and Magick reading and gallery show reception with Lynn Capani-Czebiniak on Saturday March 14th at 11am! 21 Feb 202016 Mar 2020
Arts and Artisans Literary Mystery hour with Author Nancy Dafoe on saturday February 22nd at 11am! 21 Feb 202016 Mar 2020
Important Announcements New Library Hours Effective January 1, 2020 4 Jan 202016 Mar 2020 Starting January 1, 2020 Our New Library Hours are: Tuesdays – 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Wednesdays – 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm Thursdays – 10:00 am – 7:00…
Youth Programming STEAM Punks Science Club – Thursdays at 4:30 pm 16 Feb 201916 Mar 2020 We're so pleased to announce our new after-school program for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics . . . All ages are welcome. STEAM Punks meeting every Thursday at 4:30pm.…
Important Announcements The Lodi Whittier Library will be closed Tuesday, February 16th in honor of Presidents’ Day. 12 Feb 202123 Feb 2021
Library Board February 2021 Board Meeting 9 Feb 20219 Feb 2021 The Lodi Whittier Library Board will meet on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 6:30 via Zoom. To receive the Zoom invitation, email director@lodilibrary.net or call 607-582-6218.
Children's Programming… Lodi’s Dyslexia Hub 4 Feb 20214 Feb 2021 Thanks to a generous grant from the Finger Lakes Library System's Outreach Committee, Lodi will be creating a Dyslexia Hub. More information to come very soon!!!
Important Announcements Lodi Whittier Library will be closed Wednesday February 3rd due to unsafe driving conditions. 2 Feb 20219 Feb 2021 Both virtual programs will go on tonight as planned. Please email director@lodilibrary.net with any questions.