"The Coldest Winter Ever" by Sister Souljah will be discussed at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 21. Souljah's story shares the tale of ghetto-born Winter, the young, wealthy daughter of a prominent Brooklyn drug-dealing family. Quick-witted, sexy and business-minded, she knows and loves the streets like the curves of her own body. But when a cold winter wind blows her life in a direction she doesn't want to go, her street smarts and seductive skills are put to the test of a lifetime. Unwilling to lose, this ghetto girl will do anything to stay on top.

The Elder Law Fair is intended for individuals planning for life after 50. This free event will include sessions on paying for long-term care, aging safety, senior scams, end of life care, wills and estate planning, protecting your assets and more. To register, visit here or call 1 (877) 927-8300. Sessions meet at Onondaga Community College in Academic Building 2, 4585 W. Seneca Turnpike (use Route 175 entrance and park at SRC Arena; then use shuttle bus).

Need help with legal problems? Talk to a lawyer for free on the second and fourth Thursday of the month. Volunteer lawyers will answer questions on a first come, first served basis. Arrive early and sign in as space is limited. For adults. Meets at the library's CNY Meeting Room, Level 3.

Planned Parenthood educator Mallory will distribute brochures, fact sheets and give-aways, answer questions and talk to teens one-on-one about family planning, sexual health, sexually transmitted infections and HIV/AIDS, minors’ rights and much more. All materials include information about where to access low-cost reproductive health care. If appropriate, referrals will be made to partner agencies for additional service needs. For teens and young adults. Session meets in the library's TeenSpace, Level 1.

Join Miss Jackie to learn the art of knitting. Youth ages 7 to 13 will enhance their fine motor skills, creativity and patience. Knitting needles, yarn and looms are provided. Parents and caregivers are invited to knit with their children, too. Call (315) 435-3395 to sign up.

An OCC representative will be on hand to answer questions about applying to college, financial aid, degree programs and other questions related to attending college. No registration necessary. For teens and adults. Meets on the library's first level.

Tips on growing houseplant succulents, cacti and perennial succulents will be shared from 6 to 7 p.m.  Wednesday, May 29. Taught by Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners. Free and open to thepublic. Please sign-up at Betts Branch Library or by calling (315) 435-1940.

Bring the family and be guided through fun science and technology experiments. There will be a unique and different experiment in every class. Call (315) 435-3395 to register. Open for teens and adults.

While having the correct light levels and watering properly are two of the most important steps in growing healthy indoor plants, houseplant growers also have to constantly monitor their plants for signs of pests. There are many types of houseplant bugs, and arming yourself with a little information goes a long waytoward preventing or eliminating an infestation. Learn about houseplant insects and how to handle them from the Master Gardeners of Onondaga County Pam Wildridge. Registration required, as at least 10 attendees are required for the session to take place. Stop in the library or call (315) 435-5326 to register.