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Join us for our next sensory-friendly movie viewing on Thursday, June 25 at 10:00 a.m.!This program is geared towards pa...
06/18/2026

Join us for our next sensory-friendly movie viewing on Thursday, June 25 at 10:00 a.m.!

This program is geared towards patrons 18 years of age and older with sensory issues, those on the autism spectrum, or those who have other specific needs.

Curious about the movie title? The movie poster and description are listed on our website calendar: https://www.uticapubliclibrary.org/calendar.

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The Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program begins on Sunday, June 28! This year's theme is Unearth a Story.Participate i...
06/17/2026

The Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program begins on Sunday, June 28! This year's theme is Unearth a Story.

Participate in our Summer Reading Challenge and build your own collectible keychain all summer long by following these steps:

1. Read 2 hours and log it by filling out the Adult Summer Reading Tracker
2. Visit The Library to choose a new charm for your keychain
3. Build your collection all summer long!

Starting next week you can stop by The Library to pick up your Adult Summer Reading Tracker. You can also fill out the Tracker by visiting our website's homepage at www.uticapubliclibrary.org.

This summer will also be filled with movies, lectures, and hands-on activities that explore the worlds of paleontology, archaeology, nature, and adventure. Stay tuned!

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You: You’re telling me that I can watch a movie at the Utica Public Library? UPL: Yes. That’s exactly what we’re telling...
06/17/2026

You: You’re telling me that I can watch a movie at the Utica Public Library?

UPL: Yes. That’s exactly what we’re telling you! Every month we show a different movie in our Gallery. Sometimes the movie is newly released on DVD and other times it’s a classic.

You: No way! When is this month’s movie?

UPL: This month’s movie showing will be a matinee on Thursday, June 25 at 2:00 p.m. To see what movie we’re showing you’ll need to stop by The Library or visit our events calendar located on our website at www.uticapubliclibrary.org/calendar!

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Join us tonight, Tuesday, June 16 at 5:30 p.m., for a special showing of "Utica: The Last Refuge," a film by Loch Philli...
06/16/2026

Join us tonight, Tuesday, June 16 at 5:30 p.m., for a special showing of "Utica: The Last Refuge," a film by Loch Phillipps! This documentary was filmed in Utica, NY.

For a synopsis of the film, give us a call at 315-735-2279 or visit our events calendar on our website at https://www.uticapubliclibrary.org/calendar.

This film showing is in celebration of World Refugee Day on June 20!

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We are a drop off site for Mohawk Valley Community Engagement Partnership's School Supply Drive!Items needed:BackpacksNo...
06/15/2026

We are a drop off site for Mohawk Valley Community Engagement Partnership's School Supply Drive!

Items needed:
Backpacks
Notebooks
Pens & Pencils
Crayons & Markers
Glue Sticks
Folders
Loose Leaf Paper
Calculators

You can drop off your donations at the Circulation Desk located in The Library's Lobby. The School Supply Drive ends on September 14, 2026!

Starting on the week of June 15, our Genealogy Room will be closed on Mondays until the end of August! You can visit our...
06/15/2026

Starting on the week of June 15, our Genealogy Room will be closed on Mondays until the end of August! You can visit our volunteers to discover local history and conduct genealogy research on the following days and times:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12 pm-2 pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9 am-12 pm**
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
**Summer months only.

Hours are subject to change based on the availability of our volunteers. If you plan to visit, it is best to call ahead (315-735-2279) to check if a volunteer will be available.

For more information about our resources please visit our website at https://www.uticapubliclibrary.org/resources/genealogy.

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Start your week off right! Check out all the new books and movies at The Library.*** http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&p=10...
06/14/2026

Start your week off right! Check out all the new books and movies at The Library.

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The Library Hours are:
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

The Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th in celebration of Juneteenth. The Library will reopen on Saturday, June ...
06/12/2026

The Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th in celebration of Juneteenth. The Library will reopen on Saturday, June 20th.

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On Thursday, June 18 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Library will be hosting the New York State Department of Labor for ...
06/12/2026

On Thursday, June 18 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Library will be hosting the New York State Department of Labor for the Utica Mini Job Fair!

Attending businesses include:
Bank of America
GPO Federal Credit Union
The House of Good Shephard
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency
The Neighborhood Center
New York State Department of Civil Service

Please bring several copies of your resume. Professional attire is recommended!

For more information about this event, contact [email protected].

Loyal Healthcare’s Mobile Medical Unit will be in The Library's back parking lot on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16...
06/11/2026

Loyal Healthcare’s Mobile Medical Unit will be in The Library's back parking lot on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16! The Mobile Medical Unit plays a vital role in improving healthcare accessibility and quality for Veterans. They will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both days.

For more information about this service, please visit https://www.loyalsource.com/veteran-resources.

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Utica, NY
13501

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Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm

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