"Fever, 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson. An epidemic of fever sweeps through the streets of 1793 Philadelphia in this novel from local author, Laurie Halse Anderson. Sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic.

Syracuse United Neighbors will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. April 11 at the Brady Faith Center. Guests will be staff from Schumer, Katko and Gilibrand offices.

Make a Tax Appointment today. AARP Tax Preparers are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, by appointment only, to help you prepare your tax return for free. Clients must bring last year’s tax return, a valid picture ID, social security cards or official documentation for all listed on return, all W-2 and 1099 forms, and check book if direct deposit is wanted. Call (315) 435-1940 to schedule an appointment.

A Human Library is a way for people to reach out and connect with individuals in their community with whom they might not normally interact. Visitors to the library have an opportunity during the event to borrow and engage in conversation with a Human Book. These events promote tolerance, celebrate differences and encourage understanding of people who come from varied cultural or lifestyle backgrounds. Books can be checked out at the event or you may sign up in advance at the front desk. Please call Beauchamp Library for a list of available books and to register at (315) 435-3395.

The Like Minded Launch Party will be a networking event held from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at The Event Center. Guest performances by Dashe Cleopatra, Red Lotus and Mic Tha Poet will begin at 7 p.m. Admission is $5.

Always wondered how engineers and architects make skyscrapers? Design your own building or structure using toothpicks and marshmallows. Open to ages 5 and up.

The BristleBot is a simple, tiny robot. The ingredients? One toothbrush, a battery and a pager motor. The result? Serious fun. Open to ages 5 and up.

Work together in small groups to complete four fun building challenges in a Tower Building Competition. Open to ages 5 and up.

Enjoy the newly released Disney film “Moana." Moana, a young teenage girl from Oceania, has a sense for navigation and an adventurous mind. She sets out on a journey in search of a mythical island with the hopes and intent of saving her people. Free popcorn provided while you watch. Open to all ages. Runtime 1hr 53m.

A celebration of Gospel music.