The Teen Advisory Board is a group that helps plan programs and make the Central Library a great place for teens to hang out. New members always welcome. No registration necessary. Open to teens ages 12 to 18. This program takes place at Central’s first-floor Community Room.

Teens can get to know Hillary Warner, outreach coordinator for Planned Parenthood, who will talk about how the organization helps people with their health needs. Pizza will be served. No registration necessary. This event is for teens ages 12 to 18. This program takes place at Central’s first-floor Community Room.

Enjoy a newly released holiday film. Free popcorn will be provided while you watch. For all ages.

A Syracuse Blues tribute to the artists of Chess Records: Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley, Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf and others.

Work together in teams to solve several holiday themed challenges. For ages 5 and up.

Back by popular demand, library staff be resurrecting Junk Creatures, the beasts from the recycling bin, with accessories from the craft cabinet. Let’s see what we can create! No registration required. Open to ages 5 and up. This program meets at Central’s second-floor KidSpace.

Join library staff for a family night of science, technology, engineering art and math concepts that will be explored through the unique kits, toys and games the library has to offer. There will even be an appearance by the famous Big Blue Blocks. For families with children ages 3 and up.

Use a variety of fun craft materials to build and decorate your very own gingerbread house to bring home. For ages 5 and up.

ACR Health, a nonprofit organization serving nine counties in Central New York, offers a range of support services for people with chronic diseases, including HIV/Aids, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, substance use disorders and mental illness. Representatives will be on hand to assist people with chronic disease in securing housing, testing and treatment. No registration required.

Learn about free cancer screening services available through the Onondaga County Health Department. Men and women without health insurance can obtain free breast, cervical and colorectal cancer screenings and diagnostic services through the county’s Cancer Services Program.