Calendar of Events
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4 events,
Baby/Toddler Time
Baby/Toddler Time
Rhymes, stories, and songs designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for each child.
Crafty Kids
Crafty Kids
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.
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2 events,
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
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.
Chess Club
Chess Club
An all ages chess club for beginners and experts. Meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.
1 event,
Cancelled – Game On!
Cancelled – Game On!
Join us for board games & fun! Come learn a new game and play some you might already know! Open to ages 12 and older. Registration is requested.
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2 events,
Homeschool Get Ready To Read
Homeschool Get Ready To Read
Mondays at 1 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.
Ready, Set, Read!
Ready, Set, Read!
Mondays 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.
1 event,
Baby/Toddler Time
Baby/Toddler Time
Rhymes, stories, and songs designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for each child.
2 events,
Book Club
Book Club
Join us to discuss The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland. New members are always welcome! Please contact the library for more information. Ask for a copy of the book at either circulation desk. Our next selection is Last Bus to Wisdom by Ivan Doig and will be discussed on July 3.
3 events,
Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advisory Board
Play some games & be a part of planning future teen programs! Open to ages 12 -18 yrs. Registration is required.
Chess Club
Chess Club
An all ages chess club for beginners and experts. Meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.
2 events,
Preschool Project Take & Make
Supplies available on a first come first serve basis the First Friday of the month for ages 3 – 5 yrs.
Paper Wishes (DIY Greeting Card)
Paper Wishes (DIY Greeting Card)
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.
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1 event,
Baby/Toddler Time
Baby/Toddler Time
Rhymes, stories, and songs designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for each child.
0 events,
3 events,
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
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.
Chess Club
Chess Club
An all ages chess club for beginners and experts. Meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.
History Buffs’ Book Club
History Buffs’ Book Club
Do you enjoy history? Join us to discuss the history of Nutrition. We choose the topic, You choose the book! Contact the library with any questions.
1 event,
Voting for LEGO Contest & Bookmark Contest Starts
Voting for LEGO Contest & Bookmark Contest Starts
Adventure Begins at Your Library theme LEGO Contest: Voting July 15-26. Winner announced July 31. Prizes for different age groups. Adventure Begins at Your Library theme Bookmark Contest: Voting July 15-26. Winner announced July 31. Prizes for different age groups. Anyone can vote for an entry in each contest once a day, every day.
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2 events,
Baby/Toddler Time
Baby/Toddler Time
Rhymes, stories, and songs designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for each child.
Taste & Tell Cookbook Club
Taste & Tell Cookbook Club
Do you enjoy cooking and/or baking? Join us to celebrate National Picnic Day as we discuss recipes that you would take to a picnic! Bring your favorite dish that you would consider picnic food (i.e. salad, main dish, snack or dessert) and samples to share! Come prepared to discuss your cooking experience! Registration is required. Register […]
1 event,
3 events,
Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
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.
Chess Club
Chess Club
An all ages chess club for beginners and experts. Meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.
0 events,
0 events,
2 events,
Summer Reading Program Begins!
First day to sign up for the 2024 Summer Reading Program: Adventure Begins at Your Library! The first 100 children to sign up online AND come into the library will receive a hedgehog stuffed animal and a coupon for a free cookie at Frosted Bakery.
Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration!
Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration!
Join us for a special Mister Bobcat Music Show followed by ice cream sundaes. Registration Required! Open to youth of all ages.
2 events,
Baby/Toddler Time
Baby/Toddler Time
Rhymes, stories, and songs designed for children from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for each child.
1 event,
Cortland Free Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Cortland Free Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Members of the public who wish to speak during the public comment portion of the meeting are encouraged to notify the library in advance and must also sign in at the meeting. To notify the library, please email boardpresident@gmail.com.
2 events,
Adventure Awaits WSKG/PBS Preschool Story Time
Adventure Awaits WSKG/PBS Preschool Story Time
Join our special guest for a short clip from PBS Kids Alma's Way followed by some fun craft and sensory activities. All ages are welcome but this program is designed for children ages 3-5 yrs.
Chess Club
Chess Club
An all ages chess club for beginners and experts. Meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.