Event List

Drop-in for Open Hours - registration is not required.

Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to join us for Spanish storytime - songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts - completely in Spanish!

This year the Tompkins County Public Library's Digital Lab will host the Tompkins Area VITA - Free Tax Preparation Service.  This service is available to low-income residents of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, and is completely free as long a

The study buddies program is brought to you for Ithaca students, by Ithaca students. High school student volunteers will be matched up with younger students for homework help and general tutoring.

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.

Children ages 5 and up and their families are invited to a free science program co-hosted by Chemists for Outreach and Graduate Inclusion (CoRGi) at Cornell University. 

The Lunar New Year is the most important holiday for billions of people around the world. It is a time to reconnect with family, let go of the past, and get ready for a fresh start. People decorate their houses on New Year's Eve with lan

Baby & Toddler Playtime is an unstructured play and social time for children and caregivers offering a warm, child-friendly space with books and age-appropriate toys.

Learn the basics of using a modern sewing machine!

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

What do you want to make?

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!

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

This year the Tompkins County Public Library's Digital Lab will host the Tompkins Area VITA - Free Tax Preparation Service.  This service is available to low-income residents of Tompkins and Cortland Counties, and is completely free as long a

Toddlers and preschoolers will have the opportunity to have open exploration and discovery with a variety of arts & crafts materials!

What do you want to make?

NOTE: Reduced hours tonight close at 5:30PM. Normal hours will resume 2/24/2026. Sorry for the inconvenience!

TCPL invites families to a weekly LEGO build night! Buckets of LEGO will be provided for participants to borrow for their builds.

Need help with basic technology topics, such as using email, searching the internet, or borrowing eBooks?  Make an appointment for one-on-one help from a TCPL librarian or partnering technology tutor. 

Join us for a happy hour in our Makerspace as we show our appreciation for all teachers on Wednesday, 2/18, from 2:00–4:00 pm.

Need help with basic technology topics, such as using email, searching the internet, or borrowing eBooks?  Make an appointment for one-on-one help from a TCPL librarian or partnering technology tutor. 

What do you want to make?

Please join us for the Winter 2026 edition of the 4 Seasons Book Club as we discuss Heartwood by Amity Gaige, a Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Readers' Favorite Mystery & Thriller

Kids and Tweens - Start your engines! We’ll set up Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on our biggest projector and play together. Snacks will be provided!