Cortland Free Library

Social Knitting
2022-04-11 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-04-18 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-04-25 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.

Books Before Bed
2022-04-11 19:00 - 19:30 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
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.

Community Read Book Talk (Virtual): Undoing Drugs
2022-04-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us via Zoom for a discussion of Undoing Drugs: The Untold Story of Harm Reduction and the Future of Addiction, by Maia Szalavitz. When you register a link to the Zoom event will be emailed to you. Can’t join us online? Come to the library on Saturday, April 23 at 10 a.m. for an in-person discussion.

The Really Free Market
2022-04-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
The Really Free Market is a free bi-monthly distribution in the Main Reading Room of the Cortland Free Library 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. Donations can be brought to the Market from 5 to 6PM. ​Masks and social distancing required. Brought to you by Cortland County Mutual Aid.

Family Movie
2022-04-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Enjoy some Spring Break relaxation and join us for an afternoon family movie of Sing 2 (rated PG) and popcorn! Open to children of all ages. Registration is limited and is required.

Poetry Reading
2022-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Do you enjoy reading or listening to poetry? Celebrate National Poetry Month with us! Bring an original or favorite poem to share, or just join us to listen. Open to all ages. Registration is required. Be sure to watch for other Poetry Month happenings!

Preschool Story Time
2022-04-14 10:30 - 11:00, 2022-04-21 10:30 - 11:00 | 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.

Pinwheels for Prevention
2022-04-14 11:30 - 12:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Cortland County Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is partnering with Cortland Free Library to bring awareness to this important issue. Staff from the CAC will be hosting a special event where children will hear a story, learn 5 Safety Rules, and get a chance to make and plant their own pinwheels. This event will cover important safety information in a fun and interactive way. It is designed for children ages 4-6, but all parents and children are welcome. Registration is recommended.

Chess Club
2022-04-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | 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. in the library’s Periodicals Room. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play!

Chess Club
2022-04-14 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.

History Buffs' Book Club
2022-04-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Do you enjoy history? Join us in person to discuss the history of the American West. Discussion will be led by Evan Faulkenbury.

Homeschool Get Ready to Read
2022-04-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2022-04-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
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. Registration is required.

Ready, Set, Read!
2022-04-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2022-04-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States

*CANCELLED* Baby/Toddler Time
2022-04-19 10:30 - 11:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Rhymes, stories, and songs designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for each child.

Taste and Tell
2022-04-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-04-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Vegetarian! Do you enjoy cooking and / or baking? Join our Cookbook Book Club as we discuss Vegetarian recipes! Bring your favorite recipe to share and come prepared to discuss your cooking experience! Watch a demo of Vegetarian Quesadillas and put together Vegetarian Chili to take home to enjoy! Register online or call the library. Open to ages 12 and older.

LEGO Club
2022-04-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Come join our LEGO Club and have some building fun! Each session we’ll have a challenge and a game. LEGO Club meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month, please sign up for one day only. Open to ages 4-12 yrs. Registration required for each child.

5th Grade Virtual Book Club
2022-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Meet and discuss a different chapter book on Zoom. Registrants will receive a free copy of the book each month. Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday. Open to all 5th graders in Cortland County. Zoom meeting not mandatory to participate but is encouraged. Registration is limited and is required.

Board of Trustees
2022-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Open to the public. Please contact the library one week in advance to request privilege of the floor.

Teen Time
2022-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | NY
Each month will be a different program that is planned during our monthly TAB meeting. Contact the library for more information! Registration is required.

Book Buddies Book Club
2022-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Meet and discuss a different chapter book and make new friends. Registrants will receive a free copy of the book each month. Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday. Open to ages 7-9 yrs. Registration is limited and is required. Contact Youth Services for more information.

Community Read Book Talk (In Person): Undoing Drugs
2022-04-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Cortland Free Library, 32 Church Street, Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
Join us in person at the library for a discussion of Undoing Drugs: The Untold Story of Harm Reduction and the Future of Addiction, by Maia Szalavitz. Registration is recommended but not required. Snacks will be provided.

This Community Read is funded by the American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grants for Libraries, an initiative of the American Library Association (ALA) made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

Craft Club
2022-04-26 14:00 - 15:00 | 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.
