FCS Outreach and Engagement Services (OES) @ The Library
Cortland Free Library 32 Church Street, CortlandWeek of Events
Preschool Take & Make Projects
Supplies available on a first come first serve basis on the first Friday of each month for ages 3 – 5 yrs.
Peers at the Library
Peers at the Library
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
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. This program is full, if you wish to […]
FCS Outreach and Engagement Services (OES) @ The Library
FCS Outreach and Engagement Services (OES) @ The Library
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 […]
Social Knitting
Social Knitting
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!
Ready, Set, 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.
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.
Craft Club
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.
SPCA Board Meeting – Meeting Room
The Really Free Market
The Really Free Market
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.
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 6 p.m. Beginners will get a lesson on the basics of chess and experts can meet and play.
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.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
FCS Outreach and Engagement Services (OES) @ The Library
FCS Outreach and Engagement Services (OES) @ The Library
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 […]
Opening Reception for Cat Tales: Artistic Renderings of our Feline Companions
Opening Reception for Cat Tales: Artistic Renderings of our Feline Companions
Meet the artists for a themed community exhibit! 20% of proceeds from any sales will go to Cortland Co SPCA and CNY SNAP! Works by the Groton Art Class and David Beale, instructor.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Day 2 of the December Friends of the Library Book Sale. Details to follow. Contact: friendscflib@gmail.com
Time Travel
Time Travel
Features read alouds & activities to engage young readers in a greater understanding & appreciation of local & American history. More information to come . Geared to ages 4 – 8 but all families are welcome. Registration is required.