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Sit! Stay! Read!

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Thaler/Howell Programming Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Other
Age Group:
Kids
About this event::

Children are invited to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener -- a dog! Reading sessions will be held Mondays from 3-4 p.m. Children...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Other
About this event::

Children are invited to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener -- a dog! Reading sessions will be held Mondays from 3-4 p.m. Children who attend 6 sessions will earn a FREE book of their choice!

Participant using plastic nips to make miniature robot.

Maker Mondays

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
About this event::

Let's Make Something! 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Cricut, etc... Teens are invited to the Makerspace for two hours of open-making time. Participants will have the opportunity to...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
About this event::

Let's Make Something! 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Cricut, etc...

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Stories in the Park

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Families
About this event::

Enjoy the beautiful summer weather while celebrating reading and building early literacy skills every week!  Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome.  In in...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytimes
About this event::

Enjoy the beautiful summer weather while celebrating reading and building early literacy skills every week!  Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome.  In inclement weather, we'll meet in the Thaler/Howell Programming Room.&

Dusty and Dott from website

Dusty and Dott Live!

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
BorgWarner Full at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Other
Age Group:
Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
About this event::

Watch this space for more information about a live performance by Dusty & Dott! Dusty & Dott's mission is to foster the voice and imagination of the next generation. Bri...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: BorgWarner Full
Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Performance, Other
About this event::

Watch this space for more information about a live performance by Dusty & Dott!

Person writing python scripts on computer with text book next to their laptop.

TCPL x CNC Coding Club: Learn to code with real-world data!

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Digital Lab at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Digital Lab, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
About this event::

Dive into coding at the library and nature center! Calling all curious minds (ages 11 - 18) interested in coding and the environment! The Tompkins County Public Library is teami...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Digital Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Digital Lab, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
About this event::

Dive into coding at the library and nature center!

Calling all curious minds (ages 11 - 18) interested in coding and the environment!

"We're here for you" is displayed on a gray rectangle in front of a rainbow, clouds, and sun

LGBTQIA+ Youth Group

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Digital Lab at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Other
Age Group:
Teens
About this event::

We're here for you. Lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning, not sure, trying to figure things out? Want to hang in a safe and supportive space or need someone to talk about se...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Digital Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
About this event::

We're here for you. Lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning, not sure, trying to figure things out? Want to hang in a safe and supportive space or need someone to talk about sexuality, sexual orientation, or gender?

child with paint

Summer Art Fun

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Thaler/Howell Programming Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
About this event::

Let your imagination soar with local artist and teacher, Stiller Zusman. This is a drop-in program and well-suited for children ages 3-6 and their families. 

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
About this event::

Let your imagination soar with local artist and teacher, Stiller Zusman. This is a drop-in program and well-suited for children ages 3-6 and their families. 

DanKopcow,author of Madcap Serenade

Reading and Q&A with Local Author Dan Kopcow

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ezra Cornell Reading Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
About this event::

Meet Dan Kopcow, fiction author of the award-winning rom-com novel, Madcap Serenade, published by Black Rose Writing. Dan will be reading from his novel followed by Q&A. Come o...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Ezra Cornell Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
About this event::

Meet Dan Kopcow, fiction author of the award-winning rom-com novel, Madcap Serenade, published by Black Rose Writing. Dan will be reading from his novel followed by Q&A. Come on down for a great time!

fox parent and baby

Summer Baby & Toddler Storytime

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
About this event::

Caregivers and their children are invited to join Cassie for songs, rhymes, movement and books at the park next to the Henry St. John Building at 301 S. Geneva St. On day...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
About this event::

Caregivers and their children are invited to join Cassie for songs, rhymes, movement and books at the park next to the Henry St. John Building at 301 S.

Adult Summer Reading Ice Cream & Books Celebration!

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
BorgWarner West at Tompkins County Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
About this event::

Come and enjoy a sweet treat and share your fave reads of the season! Turn in extra reviews for more chances to win the end-of-Summer-Reading raffle!

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: BorgWarner West
Age Group: Adults
About this event::

Come and enjoy a sweet treat and share your fave reads of the season! Turn in extra reviews for more chances to win the end-of-Summer-Reading raffle!

Rainbow Family Fridays. Second friday of each month. 3:00 - 4:00 pm. Thaler/Howell Room.

Rainbow Family Fridays

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Thaler/Howell Programming Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
About this event::

Rainbow Family Fridays are social events for parents, children, and families who identify as LGBTQIA+. This event meets the second Friday of each month to talk, read, play, and con...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers, Kids
Program Type: Other
About this event::

Rainbow Family Fridays are social events for parents, children, and families who identify as LGBTQIA+. This event meets the second Friday of each month to talk, read, play, and connect with other families who may share similar experiences!

Summer 2024 Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Thaler/Howell Programming Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
About this event::

Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to celebrate reading and build their early literacy skills at Family Storytime. We meet each Saturday for stories, songs and h...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Families, Babies, Toddlers, & Preschoolers
Program Type: Storytimes
About this event::

Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to celebrate reading and build their early literacy skills at Family Storytime. We meet each Saturday for stories, songs and hands-on fun.

dogs

Sit! Stay! Read!

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Thaler/Howell Programming Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops, Other
Age Group:
Kids
About this event::

Children are invited to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener -- a dog! Reading sessions will be held Mondays from 3-4 p.m. Children...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Classes and Workshops, Other
About this event::

Children are invited to practice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non-judgmental listener -- a dog! Reading sessions will be held Mondays from 3-4 p.m. Children who attend 6 sessions will earn a FREE book of their choice!

Participant using plastic nips to make miniature robot.

Maker Mondays

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
About this event::

Let's Make Something! 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Cricut, etc... Teens are invited to the Makerspace for two hours of open-making time. Participants will have the opportunity to...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM, Technology Class
About this event::

Let's Make Something! 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Cricut, etc...

Leave Flyer

Stories in the Park

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Families
About this event::

Enjoy the beautiful summer weather while celebrating reading and building early literacy skills every week!  Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome.  In in...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Storytimes
About this event::

Enjoy the beautiful summer weather while celebrating reading and building early literacy skills every week!  Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome.  In inclement weather, we'll meet in the Thaler/Howell Programming Room.&

Person writing python scripts on computer with text book next to their laptop.

TCPL x CNC Coding Club: Learn to code with real-world data!

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Digital Lab at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Digital Lab, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
About this event::

Dive into coding at the library and nature center! Calling all curious minds (ages 11 - 18) interested in coding and the environment! The Tompkins County Public Library is teami...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Digital Lab
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Digital Lab, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
About this event::

Dive into coding at the library and nature center!

Calling all curious minds (ages 11 - 18) interested in coding and the environment!

Babylock Sewing Machine

Learn to Sew One-on-One

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Makerspace at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, One-on-One Appointments
Age Group:
Adults
About this event::

Learn the basics of using a modern sewing machine! Join volunteer Therese for a one hour instructional introduction to sewing. You will learn the parts, threading, and basic use...

Required
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, One-on-One Appointments
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
About this event::

Learn the basics of using a modern sewing machine!

Join volunteer Therese for a one hour instructional introduction to sewing. You will learn the parts, threading, and basic use of the machine.

 

Family Board Game Club

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Thaler/Howell Programming Room at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
About this event::

Join us for Family Board Game Club! Adults and kids ages 8 and up are welcome to come play board games with us in the Thaler/Howell Programming Room every other Wednesday from 4 to...

Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Other
About this event::

Join us for Family Board Game Club! Adults and kids ages 8 and up are welcome to come play board games with us in the Thaler/Howell Programming Room every other Wednesday from 4 to 6pm beginning June 5.

"We're here for you" is displayed on a gray rectangle in front of a rainbow, clouds, and sun

LGBTQIA+ Youth Group

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Digital Lab at Tompkins County Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Other
Age Group:
Teens
About this event::

We're here for you. Lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning, not sure, trying to figure things out? Want to hang in a safe and supportive space or need someone to talk about se...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Digital Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
About this event::

We're here for you. Lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning, not sure, trying to figure things out? Want to hang in a safe and supportive space or need someone to talk about sexuality, sexual orientation, or gender?