Book Club

Join us to discuss Long Bright River by Liz Moore. New members are always welcome! Please contact the library for more information.  Ask for a copy of the book at either circulation desk.

Cortland City School District Budget Presentation

The Cortland Enlarged City School District will be requesting a tax levy override to balance its 2023-24 budget. All are welcome to attend one of the Budget Information Meetings hosted at the Cortland Free Library to learn more about the district's budget. District administrators will be available to answer any questions that may arise. The […]

Event Series Preschool Story Time

Preschool Story Time

Cortland Free Library 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 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.

Free
Event Series Chess Club

Chess Club

Cortland Free Library 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 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 Projects

Supplies available on a first come first serve basis on the First Friday of the month for ages 3-5 years old.

Paper Wishes (DIY Greeting Card)

Cortland Free Library 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 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.

Wishing Wellness Center Peers @ The Library

Cortland Free Library 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, United States

Peers all have some form of lived experience with mental health, substance use or co-occurring disorders and knowledge of what services are available. We can have discussions around what you’re going through, what your needs are, and we can sign you up for services with us for peer support to  help you navigate your way […]

Free

Time Travel

Features read alouds & activities to engage young readers in a greater understanding & appreciation of local & American history. Time Travel is geared to ages 4-8 but all families are welcome.  Please call the library at (607) 753-1043 to register. More information on this month's program to come.

Homeschool Get Ready to Read

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.