Syracuse Public Library News

In the Garden Embarks On First Summer Nature Walk

In the Garden will meet at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 22, at the Edna W. Spurgeon Woodland Reserve, 9478 N 600 W, Ligonier. Those interested in the natural world are invited to attend this nature walk.

The Edna W. Spurgeon reserve — the first ACRES Land Trust property — features low ridges or kames left by glaciers and cut by glacial meltwater. Walkers will explore the young forest before entering a mature forest of beech, sugar maple and tulip trees. The walk will be along a dirt trail that may feature rough patches.

Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes for a trail hike and to bring insect repellent. This walk is weather-dependent. Watch the library’s social media pages for any cancellations.

For information, email Sarah Wright at swright@syracuse.lib.in.us.

Teens Can Learn New Languages

Teens can learn new languages with teen librarian Amber Cox from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 19, in the Rosalyn Jones Room. Cox will have resources for Spanish, German, Japanese, Chinese and French, but can provide resources for other languages if asked. Teens are encouraged to bring their electronic devices to use one of the Syracuse Public Library’s online resources: INSPIRE, which connects to Rosetta Stone. The Rosalyn Jones Room does offer two computers, too.

Upcoming Programs

Players of all skill levels – including learners – are invited to Syracuse Public Library’s mahjong tables at 10 a.m. on Mondays in the downstairs meeting room and at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays in the downstairs meeting room.

The Workshop, the library’s adult writing group, meets from 3-4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, in the downstairs meeting room. The group will continue its quest for craft development by focusing on showing versus telling. There will be writing exercises for practice.

The Jam Circle meets from 5-6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 20, in the downstairs meeting room. Musicians of all skill levels are encouraged to attend with their easily set-up instruments for a low-key jam session. Musicians are encouraged to share what they’ve been working on. There will also be a backtrack for everyone to play along with.

The Roaming Readers, a walking club, will gather at the library’s front doors at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 23, before embarking on a leisurely walk. Walkers are encouraged to share the books they are currently reading. Syracuse-Wawasee Trails Executive Director Tracey Ford will also join this week’s walk to share trails updates.

The chess club meets from 4-5 p.m. Friday, May 23, in the downstairs meeting room. Players of all ages are welcome at the tables, including learners and beginners.

For programming information, visit the Syracuse Public Library’s website at www.syracuse.lib.in.us or call (574) 457-3022.

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Photo Caption: Kay Pylant, left, and Michael Brower discuss plants at the Warsaw Biblical Garden during an In the Garden walk in 2024. (Photo by Sarah Wright)