Support TCPL
Tompkins County Public Library Foundation
The Tompkins County Public Library Foundation sustains and strengthens our library by inspiring community support. The Foundation serves as a bridge between the library and the community, encouraging engagement through philanthropy and participation.
There are many ways you can support TCPL and become a Library Champion!
- Take part in our READATHON, our all-day read-out-loud fundraising event
- Join Team TCPL, by organizing your very own Library fundraiser with the help of Foundation staff
- Become a member of the Library Literati and enjoy events like the Library Speakeasy and Literary Virtual Trivia Night
- Adopt a Periodical and cover the costs of 1-3 year subscription for a publication library patrons want and need
- Set up a recurring gift, monthly or quarterly
- Make a tribute gift in honor or memory of a loved one or special occasion
To make a gift right now, go to: https://www.tcplfoundation.org/give-now
For more information or to speak with Foundation staff about other giving opportunities, go here: https://www.tcplfoundation.org/about
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
Registration
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults,
Teens
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops,
Makerspace,
One-on-One Appointments
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
About this event::
What do you want to make?
Register for a one-on-one session in the makerspace with Library Assistant Josh to use our laser cutter, 3-D printer, or Cricut. Sessions are one hour and a maximum of two people are allowed in the makerspace a...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Digital Lab
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes and Workshops,
Performance,
Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
9
About this event::
Learn how to build a costume on a budget! Bring pieces that you already have in your own closet and we will create some sickening looks together. Zorra and Regina will show you how to use a sewing machine, make simple alterations, and add embellishme...
This event is in the "Families" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
LEGO Build Night for Families
5:00pm - 6:30pm
This event is in the "Families" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
LEGO Build Night for Families
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group:
Families
About this event::
TCPL is inviting families to a weekly LEGO build night! Buckets of LEGO will be provided for participants to borrow for their builds. Participants will also have the opportunity to display their creations in the Youth Services section.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
30
2023
Tue
Makerspace Open Hours
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace
About this event::
Drop-in open hours, no registration required. Come for a short tour, or stay and work on a project - we have lots of art supplies and ideas to get you making!
Visit the Makerspace to use the laser cutter, 3-D printer, Cricut, or sewing/embroidery ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
31
2023
Wed
Registration
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Digital Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Digital Lab,
One-on-One Appointments,
Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
About this event::
Book a librarian or volunteer technology tutor for help with digital downloads, such as borrowing eBooks, or basic computer questions. **Please visit the Adult Services reference desk at the time of your appointment.** Appointments will b...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
31
2023
Wed
Makerspace Open Hours
11:00am - 1:00pm
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Makerspace
About this event::
*Join us for this adult open hours session, every other Wednesday through spring.*
Drop-in open hours, no registration required. Come for a short tour, or stay and work on a project - we have lots of art supplies and ideas to get you making!
Vi...