Library by Mail
Our Library by Mail service provides library materials to residents of Tompkins County who are physically unable to visit the Library. Patrons registered with the Library by Mail service may receive up to seven (7) items at a time delivered by the US Postal Service to their residence.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Who is eligible for this program?
To be eligible for Library by Mail, you must meet all three of the following criteria:
- Live within the boundaries of Tompkins County
- Possess or be willing to sign up for a Tompkins County Public Library card or a library card from another library in Tompkins County
- Unable to get to the library
How do I sign up?
Email Circulation@tcpl.org or call 607-272-4557.
Who pays for postage?
We do! Funding for this program has been provided by a generous grant from Cornell University.
Do I need a Tompkins County Public Library card to participate?
Yes. If you don‘t have one, you can fill out the online card application.

Upcoming Events
Summer Baby & Toddler Storytime
Caregivers and their children are invited to join us for songs, rhymes and books at the park next to the Henry St. John Building at 301 S.
Makerspace Open Hours
Drop-in for Open Hours - registration is not required.
Family Storytime
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.
Summer Pep Rally with Fall Creek Brass Band Parade & Concert!
Summer Pep Rally with Fall Creek Brass Band Parade & Concert!
TCPL is so excited to welcome Fall Creek Brass Band for an uproarious, grooving, parading fun time! Come dance while they rock the stacks!
Sit! Stay! Read!
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!
Teen Maker Monday
Let's Make Something! 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, Cricut, and more...
Preschool Art Studio
Toddlers and preschoolers will have the opportunity to have open exploration and discovery with a variety of arts & crafts materials!
This program is supported by the Hilton Family Fund.
Makerspace One-on-One
What do you want to make?