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.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Registration
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Digital Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Classes and Workshops,
Digital Lab,
Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Registration
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
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:
1
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.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Maker Mondays
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Makerspace,
STEAM,
Technology Class
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 learn and use one of our Makerspace machines:
3D Printers (M...
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Registration
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Schwarz Jacobson Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
5
About this event::
Join us each month to discuss a book that we've all read! We will be meeting in-person in the Schwarz Jacobson room this year; snacks and drinks will be provided.
This month we will be discussing the award-winning When the Angels Left the Old Coun...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Nature on the Doorstep Talk and Discussion: Angela E. Douglas
6:00pm - 6:45pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Nature on the Doorstep Talk and Discussion: Angela E. Douglas
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
BorgWarner West
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
About this event::
Nature on the Doorstep reveals the simple pleasures of paying attention to the natural world in one's own backyard. In this talk and discussion, Angela E. Douglas will share highlights of the collection of 52 short essays, and will discuss what she&n...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
20
2023
Mon
Queer Craft Meetup
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch:
Tompkins County Public Library
Room:
Digital Lab
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Classes and Workshops,
Community Groups,
Digital Lab
About this event::
Join other LGBTQIAP+ adults to do arts and crafts, hang out, and have fun. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own craft project, such as knitting, crochet, felting, embroidery, drawing, or any other craft that does not involve liquids (including...