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 limited & is required for each child.
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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. 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 limited & is required for each child.
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This month we will meet to discuss A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende. New members are always welcome! Please contact the library or email cflbookclub@gmail.com for more information. Ask for a copy of the book at either circulation desk. The April selection is A Week in Winter by Maeve Binchy, which we […] |
4 events,
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
Play some games and be a part of planning future teen programs! Open to ages 12-18 yrs. Registration is required.
Free
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!
Free
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1 event,
Supplies available on a first come first serve basis the first Friday of each month for ages 3-5 yrs.
Free
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2 events,
Winners and Honorable Mentions of the 12th Annual Community Arts Challenge are on display in the library's gallery for the month of March. This event is a celebration of the creative talent and spirit of Cortland County. Stop by and check it out during regular library hours!
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Cortland County Historical Society Presents: Time Travel - Owls Around Us, a program about those fascinating birds you have to stay up late to see. This program feature free monthly read-alouds and activities to engage young readers in a greater understanding and appreciation of local and American history. This month we'll read from the books […]
Free
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3 events,
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.
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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.
Free
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2 events,
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 […] |
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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.
Free
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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.
Free
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!
Free
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. |
2 events,
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Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day by decorating cookies and making a simple craft. Open to ages 12 and up. Call or email the library to register. |
2 events,
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Have some St. Patrick’s Day fun with stories, dancing, games and a craft. All families welcome but program is designed for children ages 3-8. Registration required for each child.
Free
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1 event,
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4 events,
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.
Free
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. 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.
Free
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3 events,
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Do you enjoy cooking or baking? Join our Cookbook Book Club - Taste & Tell! Join us for National Noodle Month to discuss and share Noodle / Pasta recipes. Bring your favorite noodle/pasta recipe to share. Enjoy a demo of no-bake noodle cookies and put together noodle pudding to bake at home! Registration is required. […]
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Location: Cortland Free Library Meeting Room The SUNY Cortland Archives & Special Collections (of Memorial Library) and the Cortland County Historical Society will partner to document the histories of local people from marginalized and underserved populations. The project will create a brave space environment through a series of pop-up archives that allow the community to […] |
3 events,
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Cortland Free Library’s board meetings are open to the public. If you would like to attend, please register below and you will receive a link to attend via Zoom. If you would like the privilege of the floor, please let us know a week in advance via email: director@cortlandfreelibrary.org. |
6 events,
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
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2 events,
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Gardening provides many benefits, from fresh food to healthy eating, an increase of physical activity to the stress relief it can provide. Let's get together and talk about planning our gardens! An informal discussion - come share your ideas and go away with some new ones! Open to ages 12 and up. Call or email […] |
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1 event,
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4 events,
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.
Free
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. 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.
Free
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2 events,
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 […] |
1 event,
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4 events,
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
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!
Free
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. |
2 events,
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We will end our March Madness with some fun Wii Bowling! Open to ages 12 and up. Call or email the library to register. |
1 event,
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1 event,
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3 events,
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.
Free
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. 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.
Free
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2 events,
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1 event,
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All are welcome. Visit https://cortlandfreelibrary.org/friends-of-the-library/ to learn more about the Friends. Email friendscflib@gmail.com with questions or for more information. |
3 events,
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
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!
Free
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. |
2 events,
Supplies available on a first come first serve basis the first Friday of each month for ages 3-5 yrs.
Free
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Join Healing Cortland and documentary photography Zack Bolton for the opening reception for this ongoing photo portrait series of community members who have lost loved ones to overdose. A resource fair with tabling from local programs/agencies and other activities will be offered, including children. Light food and refreshments will be served. |
2 events,
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Cortland County Historical Society Presents: Time Travel: Features read alouds & activities to engage young readers in a greater understanding & appreciation of local & American history. This month, Let’s Get Growing with a program about local agriculture and the magic that creates plants out of seeds, soil, and rain. We’ll be also be joined […]
Free
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Do you enjoy playing chess? Come have some fun and play in a tournament with us! Open to kids in grades 5 - 12. Tournament begins at 11 a.m. and will end at 2 p.m. Pizza lunch will be provided for players. Registration is limited and is required.
Free
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