Lead exposure is a major crisis in the city of Syracuse. Studies show Syracuse as having one of the highest rates of lead poisoning in the nation. There are many groups here currently working on finding solutions and effective ways to address this problem; and our hope is to solidify and expand the coalition of groups and individuals, so we are all fighting this problem together. All groups and concerned citizens are invited to this meeting to address this problem and discuss what a solution would look like.

Join Ms. Laura for stories, music, rhymes, movement and games to build early literacy skills. The session will share tips and tricks for you and your early readers through a variety of fun activities. For families with children of all ages.

SUN's Southside Coalition along with the Southwest Action Council will hold its monthly meeting and a Holiday Party at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the Brady Faith Center, 404 South Ave. Attendees are asked to please bring a dish to pass.

The fundraiser will help We Rise Above the Streets Recovery Outreach, Inc. find a home so the organization can increase its services and have a central location to address clients’ needs. The location will provide hot meals, showers, a free clothing and shoe closet, self-sufficiency classes, career development and computer courses — all for the homeless, those recently released from incarceration and veterans transitioning from military service.

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.