Art Exhibit

Beauchamp Branch Library 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse , NY, United States

An art exhibit featuring work by students from the Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School will be on display for the entire month of December. This is a collection of artwork created by students in grades kindergarten through fourth grades. Call the library at 435-3395 for hours.

Free

Break Week at the MOST

MOST, 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse MOST, 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse, NY, United States

The MOST will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day during the school vacation -- except for Christmas Day -- with demonstrations, planetarium shows and extra hands-on activities. Visit the museum's homepage for more details.

3D Paper Snowflake Craft

Beauchamp Branch Library 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse , NY, United States

Learn how to fold paper to create beautiful 3D Snowflakes at 2 p.m. Dec. 29. Open to ages 5 and up.

Free

Craft and Cocoa – Chalk Art

Betts Branch Library 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Draw like the Impressionists. Speaking French is optional.

Free

Holiday Activity Stations

Beauchamp Branch Library 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse , NY, United States

Enjoy a variety of holiday themed games and activities while learning the basics of coding. Open to ages 5 and up.

Free

Noon Year’s Eve

Rosamond Gifford Zoo One Conservation Place , Syracuse , NY, United States

Ring in the "noon" year at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with entertainment, a dance party and more. It's an authentic New Year's Eve celebration that keeps bed time in mind, complete with countdown and sparkling juice toast at noon.

Teen Photography Club

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Teen Photography Club will meet from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, at the downtown library. The club meets monthly, and projects are shaped by teens' interests. Weather permitting, the photography challenges will take attendees outside in the downtown area. All equipment provided. Open to ages 12 to 18. Register online at: www.onlib.org/events/calendar or call 435-1900.

Sewing Machine 101: T-Shirt Tote Bags

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Create a personalized tote bag by upcycling your old T-Shirt. Learn the basics of using a sewing machine to lead your future creative endeavors. For ages 12 and up. Register in person or online at www.onlib.org/events/calendar.

Matinee Movie Tuesday

Betts Branch Library 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Come enjoy a special showing of the first episode of Miss. Fisher’s Murder Mysteries at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 10. Popcorn will be provided.

Free

Books to Movies

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Join the Central Library on the second Thursday of each month and enjoy films that are based on books. January’s movie is "Me Before You" (book by Jojo Moyes).