Syracuse Community Connections Library

Currently closed
Sun: Closed
Mon: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Tue: Closed
Wed: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Thu - Sat: Closed

Library Information

Address: 
401 South Ave
Syracuse, NY 13204
Phone: 
(315) 671-5814
Grace Days: 
1, except for short loans
Accessibility: 
Full

Holiday Closings

Easter03/31/24
Staff Development Day05/03/24
Memorial Day Weekend05/25/24, 05/26/24
Memorial Day05/27/24
Juneteenth06/19/24
Independence Day07/04/24
Labor Day Weekend08/31/24, 09/01/24
Labor Day09/02/24
Veteran's Day11/11/24
Thanksgiving Eve (closes at 5:00 PM)11/27/24
Thanksgiving11/28/24
Day After Thanksgiving11/29/24
Christmas Eve (closes at 5:00 PM)12/24/24
Christmas12/25/24
New Year's Eve (closes at 5:00 PM)12/31/24

  • Completely fine free
  • Fees still charged for lost items

The Syracuse Community Connections Library [Formerly the Southwest Community Center satellite library] of OCPL is located in the Syracuse Community Connections building at 401 South Ave.   Established in 1975 and currently affiliated with the Beauchamp Branch, the 600 square foot library is on the second level of the facility.  

The library’s collection of more than 2,000 items includes books, magazines and DVDs.  WiFi access along with seven public computers, with three dedicated to children’s usage, are available to patrons. 

There is also an AWE Early Learning Station computer promoting literacy-focused learning for children.      

Throughout the year, the library hosts story hours and a summer reading program along with children’s craft activities.

Staff: 

Branch Manager: Ossie Edwards