Self-Defense Against an Armed Attacker Class
2024-01-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Angelica Free Library
This class is led by Jim Wolfer and Pam Duttweiler, and is for all adults (suggested age 14 yrs old and up, final decision at parent discretion). No prior knowledge or experience necessary. Sign up is required, as space is limited to 16 people.

"Invisible Things" Story Time And Craft
2024-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a story time at the library on Saturday, January 20th at 11:00 am. We’ll read “Invisible Things” by Andy J. Pizza and create an invisible thing of our own!

Community Game Night
2024-01-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a casual board game night at the library. Feel free to drop in any time and play a game or two with friends!

Lunar New Year Story Time
2024-02-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a Lunar New Year story time at the Angelica Free Library. We will be reading a few stories, making a dragon craft, and sharing sweet bean paste mooncakes!

Beginner Crochet
2024-02-24 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-03-02 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-03-09 12:30 - 14:30, 2024-03-16 12:30 - 14:30 | Angelica Free Library
We’re looking forward to having Bonnie Yingling teach a beginner crochet series at the library! (If you are interested in participating but the cost is burdensome, please feel free to still sign up- we will be glad to make accommodations.)

Join us from 12:30-2:30 on Saturdays from Feb 24th to March 23rd. In this class series, you will learn basic pattern reading, basic crochet stitches, c2c, and granny square. Cost is $15 per person and will include a skein of yarn, crochet hook, yarn needle and scissors. If you’d like to bring your own supplies, cost is $5. The class is open to anyone 10 years old and up. Sign up at the library to save a spot!

Community Game Night
2024-02-28 18:30 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a casual board game night at the library. Games and snack provided, but feel free to bring a favorite!

Native American Eclipse Stories: Perry Ground
2024-03-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Angelica Free Library
Perry Ground, a Turtle Clan member of the Onondaga Nation, will be bringing Native American eclipse stories to the library on Saturday, March 2nd at 4:00 PM. Ground has been telling stories for more than 25 years as a way of educating people about the culture, beliefs and history of the Haudenosaunee (sometimes known as Iroquois) Confederacy in a very energetic, fun, and engaging style.

Early Literacy Story Time: Colors!
2024-03-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a colorful early literacy story-time on Tuesday, April 6th, 1-2pm!

Stitching Hour
2024-03-20 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-03-27 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-04-03 13:30 - 14:30 | Angelica Free Library
Bring a current project to work on at the library with other crafters!

Local Author Book Talk: Steven Jakobi
2024-03-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us Saturday, March 23rd at 7pm to hear from local author Steven Jakobi, a retired biology professor from Alfred State. He will share excerpts from his third, and latest, self-published book, “Sun, Earth, Life and the Seasons: A Book of Phenology,” alongside some of his own artwork and photographs.

Community Game Night
2024-03-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-04-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a casual game night at the library! Board games and snacks provided, but feel free to bring a favorite game of your own.

Book Tasting Event
2024-04-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Angelica Free Library
Kids and teens are invited to put on their critic hats and sample some delectable genres at a library ‘book-tasting’ event. Join us April 6th (which is national library day!) at 3:00pm.

Board Meeting
2024-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Angelica Free Library

Closed for the 4th of July
2024-07-03 08:00 - 17:00

Closed for Independence Day
2024-07-04

Quarterly Board Meeting
2024-07-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Angelica Free Library

Story Hour Begins!
2024-07-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us Thursdays at 11:00am from July 11th to August 29th for a story time and craft at the library!

Dressed to Kill- Women's Fashion & Self-Defense (1800-1920)
2024-07-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Angelica Free Library
Join us for a lively lecture to learn about the Boxing Baroness, women’s Jiujitsu schools, swordfighting champions, machine guns for bicylists, poisonous clothing and more! Take a whirlwind tour of women’s self-defense through culture and fashion, reviewing accessories and garments used to repel unwanted attention and enforce personal space. Weapons of mass consumption utilized by both society ladies and criminals alike changed perception, industry, and law as they fought back with martial arts, diamonds and danger.90 minutes, includes Q & A and volunteer demonstrations.
Speaker Chantal Filson is a professional costume designer/seamstress/milliner who has designed and constructed clothing and costumes for every type of media and project, from space suits for film to 19th century replicas for a museum.

Didgeridoo Down Under
2024-07-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us on an epic adventure to the Land Down Under, where we’ll hear otherworldly sounds from the didgeridoo, we’ll explore the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback, we’ll learn about amazing creatures like kangaroo and koalas … and much more! The Didgeridoo Down Under Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. It’s interactive, educational, motivational and super fun for all ages!
This event is made possible with the support of the Friends of the Angelica Free Library!

The Lost Art of Sentimental Hairwork
2024-08-03 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-09-28 13:30 - 14:30 | Angelica Free Library
Crafted meticulously from human hair, Victorian Hair Wreaths showcase elaborate designs, intricately twisted or braided to evoke the beauty of floral arrangements. Explore the rich history of this craft, view exquisite samples, and contemplate contributing a lock of hair for the creation of the Community Unity Wreath, which will be crafted over the summer.

2024 RURAL AND TRADITIONAL ARTS FELLOWSHIPFUNDING FOR THIS PROJECT IS MADE POSSIBLE WITH SUPPORT FROM THE NEW YORK STATE COUNCILON THE ARTS WITH SUPPORT FROM THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE AND THE NEW YORK STATELEGISLATURE, AND ADMINISTERED BY THE ARTS COUNCIL FOR WYOMING COUNTY

Mid Autumn Festival Tea Party
2024-09-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Angelica Free Library
Join us at the library for a tea and mooncake party September 17th at 4:00pm! All ages are invited. We will also have a simple craft to make. Cups will be provided, but feel free to bring a favorite mug or tea cup to use!

White Elephant Mug Exchange
2024-12-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Angelica Free Library
Similar to last year, we will be having a white elephant mug exchange for adults at the library, with hot cocoa and an optional craft!
To participate in the exchange, bring a mug filled with goodies to give away. Feel free to get creative, but try not to spend more than $15.
Please let us know if you plan to come so we can prepare enough supplies (wear something you can paint in if you want to do the craft!).
