Cortland Free Library

Paper Wishes (DIY Greeting Card)
2023-12-01 09:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
A bag with supplies and directions provided to make a greeting card at home will be available to pick up on a first come first serve basis beginning on the first Friday of the month. Open to ages 12 and up.

Preschool Take & Make Projects
2023-12-01 | NY
Supplies available on a first come first serve basis on the first Friday of each month for ages 3 – 5 yrs.

Chess Club
2023-11-30 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
An all ages chess club for beginners and experts. Meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.

Preschool Story Time
2023-11-30 10:30 - 11:00 UTC | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Stories, songs, and activities with a different theme each week. All ages are welcome but this program is designed for children ages 3-5 yrs.

CFL Long Range Planning Committee - Meeting Room
2023-11-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States

The Really Free Market
2023-11-28 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
The Really Free Market is a free bi-monthly distribution of food, personal care items, and household supplies. You can take as much as you want and we will never ask you to “prove” your need. Brought to you by Cortland County Mutual Aid. Contact cortlandmutualaid@gmail.com for more information and with questions about donations.

SPCA Board Meeting - Meeting Room
2023-11-28 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Monthly Board meeting

Crafty Kids
2023-11-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | NY
We will meet to make a different craft each month. Meets monthly on the last Tuesday at 4 p.m. Open to ages 6 – 12 yrs. Registration is limited & is required each month.

Craft Club
2023-11-28 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Come get crafty with us! Open to ages 12 and up. Registration is required.

FCS Outreach and Engagement Services (OES) @ The Library
2023-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Peers from Family & Children’s Counseling Services all have some form of lived experience primarily with substance use and knowledge of what services are available. They will be available at the library today to talk about what you’re going through and what your needs are; they can also sign you up for services that are available.

Social Knitting
2023-11-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2023-11-20 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Why work alone when you can work with others? Knitting, crocheting, sewing – bring whatever it is you are working on! Open to all skill levels (ages 12 and up). The group meets every Monday evening at 6 p.m.

Ready, Set, Read!
2023-11-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NY
Registration is required. A program for emergent readers ages 4 – 7 yrs. & their caregivers. The program promotes early literacy skills with letter sounds & recognition, activities & stories. Each week children will receive a free book & parents will have learned activities to reinforce reading skills at home.

Peers at the Library
2023-11-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Peer support services will be at the library today!
Peer support services, affiliated with Catholic Charities of Cortland County,
works to build collaborative partnerships that bridge people to community services by promoting personal recovery through education,
socialization, and peer-advocacy while sharing lived experience, self-discovery, and overall wellness.

Homeschool Get Ready to Read
2023-11-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | NY
Registration is required. A program for emergent readers ages 4 – 7 yrs. & their caregivers. The program promotes early literacy skills with letter sounds & recognition, activities & stories. Each week children will receive a free book & parents will have learned activities to reinforce reading skills at home.
This program is full, if you wish to be added to the waiting list please contact the library.

Black & White . . . But Mostly Gray: Second Thoughts: a talk with author Bill Lee
2023-11-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Join us for a talk with author Bill Lee.
Bill Lee will give an interactive presentation on writing and publishing and will discuss his works.
Bill Lee, a retired English teacher and SUNY professor , has written and published several books.
Registration is recommended, but not required.

Art Gallery: Regional Photography Show
2023-11-25 09:30 - 15:00, 2023-11-24 09:30 - 17:00, 2023-11-23 09:30 - 20:00, 2023-11-22 09:30 - 20:00, 2023-11-21 09:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Ongoing | Art Gallery: Cortland Arts Connect 13th Annual Regional Photography Show | This exhibit gives Cortland County residents at all levels of experience an opportunity to share their art with other photography enthusiasts. This year’s categories are Birds, Black & White and Humor! Stop by and check out the exhibit during regular library hours!
Reception Tuesday, October 24 at 6 p.m., with the awards presentation at 6:45 p.m.

NO Chess Club
2023-11-23 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States

NO Preschool Story Time
2023-11-23 10:30 - 11:00 UTC | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Stories, songs, and activities with a different theme each week. All ages are welcome but this program is designed for children ages 3-5 yrs. Registration is recommended for each child.

CLOSED for THANKSGIVING
2023-11-23 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Cortland Free Library is CLOSED today in observance of Thanksgiving.

Library CLOSING at 5 p.m.
2023-11-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
The Library will be closing at 5 p.m. today.

Taste & Tell Cookbook Club
2023-11-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
National Peanut Butter Lover’s Month! Do you enjoy cooking and/or baking? Join us as we discuss Peanut Butter recipes! Bring your favorite recipe (a sample is optional!) that includes Peanut Butter to share and come prepared to discuss your cooking experience. We will be making No Bake Peanut Butter Bars to share! Registration is required. Register online or call the library to register! Open to ages 12 and older.

Dungeons and Dragons
2023-11-21 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Registration is required. Contact the library for more information.

Books Before Bed
2023-11-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | NY
A special pajama story time. Be sure to wear your pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal to leave for a sleepover at the library. All ages and families are welcome but this program is designed for children ages 3 – 5 yrs. Registration is required.

League of Women Voters of Cortland County: Open House for Potential & New Members
2023-11-20 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Contact: Kim Cameron, lwvcortland@gmail.com
