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Tuesday, August 31

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Wednesday, Sept. 1

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

4 pm - 6: Creative Writers Group. Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by coming to the library for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 4 pm - 6 and the third Thursday of each month from 6 pm - 8. Participants are welcome to attend one or both sessions. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Budney at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email budneym@stls.org.

Thursday, Sept. 2

3:30 pm - 5: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Saturday, Sept. 4

12:30 pm: Family Movie Matinee. The Spy Next Door. 94 min. Rated PG. Free refreshments. Free movie! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6

Closed on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6. Enjoy the holiday!

Tuesday, Sept. 7

Fall-Winter-Spring Library Hours begin today. The library opens at 10 am and closes at 8 pm. Fall-Winter-Spring hours are: MWF 10-6 | TTh 10-8 | Sat. 10-4 | Sun 11-5.

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

6 pm - 8: Quick Stitch Project with Martha Ritter. Learn skills to create a hot pad or purse. Materials are provided but sign up is required by calling (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Wednesday, Sept. 8

Doors open at 10 am. Fall-Winter-Spring Library Hours are in effect. Fall-Winter-Spring hours are: MWF 10-6 | TTh 10-8 | Sat. 10-4 | Sun 11-5.

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Thursday, Sept. 9

Doors open at 10 am. Fall-Winter-Spring Library Hours are in effect. Fall-Winter-Spring hours are: MWF 10-6 | TTh 10-8 | Sat. 10-4 | Sun 11-5.

3:30 pm - 5: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 1 (of 4). This class includes a review of computer basics including turning the computer on and off and covering the parts of the keyboard and the mouse; Learning how to open and close windows, including using the Minimize, Maximize/Restore and Close buttons and; Learning how to navigate within Windows via Menus, Scrollbars and Toolbars. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

6:30 pm: The Torn Page Writers Group meets every other Thursday. The group displays a shared passion in creative writing. Members bring pieces to read, or just show up and listen to others and give positive, constructive feedback. All are welcome! Email stullc@stls.org. A program for young-adult writers.

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Friday, Sept. 10

Doors open at 10 am. Fall-Winter-Spring Library Hours are in effect. Fall-Winter-Spring hours are: MWF 10-6 | TTh 10-8 | Sat. 10-4 | Sun 11-5.

3:30 pm -5: YA Cooking Club. Smoothies and Pizzas. Sign up required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Indian Summer (1993). 97 min. Rated PG-13. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Saturday, Sept. 11

Doors open at 10 am. Fall-Winter-Spring Library Hours are in effect. Fall-Winter-Spring hours are: MWF 10-6 | TTh 10-8 | Sat. 10-4 | Sun 11-5.

12:30 pm: Teen Screen Movie Matinee. The Last Song. 107 min. Rated PG. Free refreshments. Free movie for young adults, with free snacks! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sunday, Sept. 12

Doors open at 11 am. Fall-Winter-Spring Library Hours are in effect. Fall-Winter-Spring hours are: MWF 10-6 | TTh 10-8 | Sat. 10-4 | Sun 11-5.

Monday, Sept. 13

3:30 pm: Music & More. Children of all ages are welcome to sing, dance, listen to stories and more on Mondays from 3:30 pm to 4. Please join us. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Tuesday, Sept. 14

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Wednesday, Sept. 15

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Thursday, Sept. 16

6 pm - 8: Creative Writers Group. Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by coming to the library for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 4 pm - 6 and the third Thursday of each month from 6 pm - 8. Participants are welcome to attend one or both sessions. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Budney at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email budneym@stls.org.

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Saturday, Sept. 18

2 pm - 4: Harvest Craft Luncheon. Lunch and dessert will be provided. Participants can bring a craft to work on or try a project from the crafting tables. Sign up is required by calling (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Monday, Sept. 20

3:30 pm: Music & More. Children of all ages are welcome to sing, dance, listen to stories and more on Mondays from 3:30 pm to 4. Please join us. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Tuesday, Sept. 21

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Wednesday, Sept. 22

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Thursday, Sept. 23

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 2 (of 4). This class has three main parts: 1) A further introduction to computer basics, 2) An introduction to Microsoft Solitaire & Minesweeper to give students practice in both finding programs on the computer and using the mouse and 3) An introduction to creating, saving and finding documents by utilizing Microsoft Word. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

6:30 pm: The Torn Page Writers Group meets every other Thursday. The group displays a shared passion in creative writing. Members bring pieces to read, or just show up and listen to others and give positive, constructive feedback. All are welcome! Email stullc@stls.org. A program for young-adult writers.

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Friday, Sept. 24

10 am - 12 pm: Learn about HeritageQuest Online, a new genealogy resource by ProQuest and provided thanks to a grant from The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes.

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Up in the Air (2010). 108 min. Rated R. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Monday, Sept. 27

3:30 pm: Music & More. Children of all ages are welcome to sing, dance, listen to stories and more on Mondays from 3:30 pm to 4. Please join us. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Tuesday, Sept. 28

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Wednesday, Sept. 29

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Thursday, Sept. 30

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Friday, October 1

3:30 pm - 5: Nature Drawing workshop with illustrator/educator Gretchen Halpert, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Space is limited to 12 and sign up is required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Saturday, October 2

12:30 pm: Family Movie Matinee. Camp Rock. 94 min. Rated G. Free refreshments. Free movie! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Monday, October 4

3:30 pm: Music & More. Children of all ages are welcome to sing, dance, listen to stories and more on Mondays from 3:30 pm to 4. Please join us. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Tuesday, October 5

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Wednesday, October 6

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

4 pm - 6: Creative Writers Group. Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by coming to the library for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 4 pm - 6 and the third Thursday of each month from 6 pm - 8. Participants are welcome to attend one or both sessions. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Budney at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email budneym@stls.org.

Thursday, October 7

3:30 pm - 4:30: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 3 (of 4). This class includes a further introduction to computer basics and an overview of Microsoft Word. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

6:30 pm: The Torn Page Writers Group meets every other Thursday. The group displays a shared passion in creative writing. Members bring pieces to read, or just show up and listen to others and give positive, constructive feedback. All are welcome! Email stullc@stls.org. A program for young-adult writers.

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Friday, October 8

3:30 pm -5: YA Cooking Club. Smoothies and Pizzas. Sign up required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Night of the Hunter (1955). 93 min. Not rated. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Saturday, October 9

12:30 pm: Teen Screen Movie Matinee. Robin Hood (2010). 140 min. Rated PG-13. Free refreshments. Free movie for young adults, with free snacks! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Monday, October 11

1 pm: El Dia de la Raza Story Time. A Columbus Day celebration with Spanish-themed stories, crafts and food. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

3:30 pm: Music & More. Children of all ages are welcome to sing, dance, listen to stories and more on Mondays from 3:30 pm to 4. Please join us. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Tuesday, October 12

10:30 am - 11: Baby Bookworms infant lapsit. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months & caregivers. Click here for details. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

6 pm - 8: Chef on a Shoestring with Pat Ernst Dugan returns with “Autumn and the Three Sisters.” Pat will discuss the historical importance of the Three Sisters: corn, beans and squash and participants can try fresh corn dip, butternut squash chili, maple walnut corn muffins and more. Sign up is required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Wednesday, October 13

10:30 am - 11: Little Red Hen's Friend's Story Time. For preschoolers and their caregivers. Creative storytelling at its best, with occasional surprises! No sign-up needed. Followed by a craft. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

Thursday, October 14

7 pm - 7:30: Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time. On Thursdays, your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for pre-bedtime stories @ the Library. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

Saturday, October 16

1 pm - 3: Teen Read Week Kick Off: Audio book launch party for Alysa of the Fields by Tina Field Howe.

 

Programs for Children & Teens

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Story Times for Children

MONDAYS at 3:30 pm: Music & More. Children of all ages are welcome to sing, dance, listen to stories and more on Mondays from 3:30 pm to 4. Please join us. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information. RETURNS SEPTEMBER 13, 2010!

 

TUESDAYS at 10:30 am: Baby Bookworms is our free infant & caregiver lap-sit program. Participants meet for 30 minutes on Tuesdays at 10:30 am. Suggested for babies 6 weeks to 18 months. Click here for details, call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org.

 

TUESDAYS at 10:30 am: We invite toddlers (and their designated adults) to Chicken Little Story Time on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11. No sign-up required. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information. RETURNS SEPTEMBER 7, 2010!

 

WEDNESDAYS at 10:30 am: All preschool age children are invited to listen, sing-along and otherwise shine during Little Red Hen's Friends Story Time every Wednesday. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information. (Starting the week of June 1, there will be a craft activity following Little Red Hen's Friends Story Time.)

 

THURSDAYS at 7 pm: Your children are encouraged to dress in pajamas for Blankets, Books and Slippers PJ Story Time, which starts at 7 pm and ends at 7:30. Email flanagane@stls.org or call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for additional information.

 

Special Events for Children & Families

Monday, October 11

1 pm: El Dia de la Raza Story Time. A Columbus Day celebration with Spanish-themed stories, crafts and food. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Friday, October 29

3:30 pm: Boo Fest. A Halloween event with stories, crafts, trick-or-treat fun and our annual parade of costumed children through the stacks! (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Thursday, November 11

11 am: Messy Art Day in honor of Veterans’ Day. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Wednesday, November 24

12:30 pm: Special Family Movie Matinee featuring, Toy Story 3 (2010). Lasts 103 minutes. Rated G. Children must be accompanied by an adult. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Wednesday, December 29

12:30 pm: Special Family Movie Matinee featuring, Shrek Forever After (2010). 93 min. Rated PG. Children must be accompanied by an adult. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

 

Programs for Young Adults

TUESDAYS at 4 pm: Absolute Otaku Angels, the Anime-Manga group for teens, meets every Tuesday. Email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

 

WEDNESDAYS from 3 pm - 5:30: YU-GI-OH! trading card game club. Duel with new friends. Join the club. Meets every Wednesday in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 or email mcconnells@stls.org for additional information.

 

EVERY OTHER THURSDAY at 6:30 pm: The Torn Page Writers Group meets every other Thursday. Over Oreos and Root Beer, the group displays a shared passion in creative writing. Members bring pieces to read, or just show up and listen to others and give positive, constructive feedback. All are welcome! Email stullc@stls.org.

 

 

Special Programs for Young Adults

Friday, August 27

3:30 pm - 5: Ice Cream Sundaes! (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Thursday, Sept. 2

3:30 pm - 5: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Friday, Sept. 10

3:30 pm -5: YA Cooking Club. Smoothies and Pizzas. Sign up required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Friday, October 1

3:30 pm - 5: Nature Drawing workshop with illustrator/educator Gretchen Halpert, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Space is limited to 12 and sign up is required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Thursday, October 7

3:30 pm - 4:30: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Friday, October 8

3:30 pm -5: YA Cooking Club. Smoothies and Pizzas. Sign up required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Saturday, October 16

1 pm - 3: Teen Read Week Kick Off: Audio book launch party for Alysa of the Fields by Tina Field Howe.

Monday, October 18

3:30 pm - 5: Teen Read Week: Upcycle that Beat up Tee: Bring a T-shirt and your creativity. Sign up required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Tuesday, October 19

3:30 pm - 5: Teen Read Week & Anime-Manga Club: Swap anime books at Pass That Beat up Book during the Anime/Manga meeting. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Friday, October 22

3:30 pm - 5: Teen Read Week: Keep the Beat during a Dance Dance Revolution contest. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Sunday, October 31

12:30 pm: Halloween Teen Screen Matinee, featuring Ernest Scared Stupid. A candy-corny movie with more tricks and treats. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Thursday, November 4

3:30 pm - 4:30: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Friday, November 12

3:30 pm - 5: YA Cooking Club. Birthday Celebration. 3:30-5 p.m. Sign up is required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

Saturday, November 13

10:30 am - 12:30 pm: National Gaming Day. Play board games, card games and participate in a Dance Dance Revolution contest. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Thursday, December 2

3:30 pm - 4:30: Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Young adults are encouraged to attend. We hope you will give input on developing library programs to suit your interests. Also, your ideas are needed to help us expand the library’s young adult collection. (607) 936-3713 ext. 503

Friday, December 10

3:30 pm - 5: YA Cooking Club. Edible Gifts for the Holidays. 3:30-5 p.m. Sign up is required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 503.

 

Films & Family Movies

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"Friday's Free Film @ the Library"

Selected Fridays starting at 7 pm

Doors open at 6:45.

The Southeast Steuben County Library has acquired a site license that ensures copyright compliance when showing feature films. Our high-quality digital projector, audio system and large pull-down screen let us convert the Laura Beer Community Room into a comfortable theater. (607) 936-3713. Click on the movie titles to visit IMDb.com for movie details.

Friday, Sept. 10

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Indian Summer (1993). 97 min. Rated PG-13. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, Sept. 24

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Up in the Air (2010). 108 min. Rated R. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, October 8

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Night of the Hunter (1955). 93 min. Not rated. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, October 22

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Arsenic and Old Lace (1944). 118 min. Not rated. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, November 5

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Osama (2003). 83 min. Rated PG-13. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, November 19

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. It’s Complicated (2009). 120 min. Rated R. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, December 3

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. Dreamgirls (2006). 130 min. Rated PG-13. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Friday, December 17

7 pm: Free Film @ the Library. The Dead (1987). 83 min. Rated PG. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

 

Family Movie Matinees

Join us on the first Saturday of each month for a Family Movie Matinee. Free. Bring a bagged lunch. Refreshments provided. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, Sept. 4

12:30 pm: Family Movie Matinee. The Spy Next Door. 94 min. Rated PG. Free refreshments. Free movie! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, October 2

12:30 pm: Family Movie Matinee. Camp Rock. 94 min. Rated G. Free refreshments. Free movie! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, November 6

12:30 pm: Family Movie Matinee. How to Train Your Dragon. 98 min. Rated PG. Free refreshments. Free movie! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, November 6

12:30 pm: Family Movie Matinee. A Christmas Carol (2009). 98 min. Rated PG. Free refreshments. Free movie! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children age 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Teen Screen Movies

Join us on selected Saturdays for Teen Screen Movie Matinee. It's free! Held in the Laura Beer Community Room.

Saturday, Sept. 11

12:30 pm: Teen Screen Movie Matinee. The Last Song. 107 min. Rated PG. Free refreshments. Free movie for young adults, with free snacks! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, October 9

12:30 pm: Teen Screen Movie Matinee. Robin Hood (2010). 140 min. Rated PG-13. Free refreshments. Free movie for young adults, with free snacks! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, November 13

12:30 pm: Teen Screen Movie Matinee. Iron Man 2. 124 min. Rated PG-13. Free refreshments. Free movie for young adults, with free snacks! Shown in the Laura Beer Community Room. Call (607) 936-3713 ext 503 for details. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Classes & Workshops

(607) 936-3713 ext 502

Creative Writing Group

Meets twice a month

Creative Writers Group. Returning for another season is the Adult Creative Writer’s Group. Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by coming to the library for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 4 pm - 6 and the third Thursday of each month from 6 pm - 8. Participants are welcome to attend one or both sessions. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Budney at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email budneym@stls.org.

 

Special Programss

Tuesday, Sept. 7

6 pm - 8: Quick Stitch Project with Martha Ritter. Learn skills to create a hot pad or purse. Materials are provided but sign up is required by calling (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Saturday, Sept. 18

2 pm - 4: Harvest Craft Luncheon. Lunch and dessert will be provided. Participants can bring a craft to work on or try a project from the crafting tables. Sign up is required by calling (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Friday, Sept. 24

10 am - 12 pm: Learn about HeritageQuest Online, a new genealogy resource by ProQuest and provided thanks to a grant from The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes.

Tuesday, October 12

6 pm - 8: Chef on a Shoestring with Pat Ernst Dugan returns with “Autumn and the Three Sisters.” Pat will discuss the historical importance of the Three Sisters: corn, beans and squash and participants can try fresh corn dip, butternut squash chili, maple walnut corn muffins and more. Sign up is required. Please call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Saturday, October 23

2 pm - 3:30: Turn the mind to poltergeist pursuits with a Ghost Hunting presentation led by Chris Pike from Phenomenon and Paranormal Investigations. Pike will explain how research is conducted. Members of his team will share their personal and chilling experiences. No registration required.

Friday, October 29

10 am - 12:30 pm: Resources for Grant Seekers. Keif Schladweiler, Coordinator of the Cooperating Collections of The Foundation Center, will give a workshop on resources for grant seekers at a time to be determined. The class will last about two hours and cover the print, database and web resources available to library users through the Center's website. For details, or to register, call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Tuesdays, November 2,9,16,23 & 30

6 pm - 8: November is National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo). The challenge: Write 50,000 words by midnight Nov. 30. Bring laptop or paper and pen. For NaNoWriMo writers, the library will provide space, snacks and writing prompts each Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. throughout November. For details, call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Tuesday, November 9

6 pm - 8: Mini Scrapbooking with Sandi Hilton. Create mini scrapbooks with up to 10 of your personal photos. Supplies are provided. To sign up, call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502.

Computer Classes

4-PART INTRO SERIES BEGINS

Thursday, September 9

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 1 (of 4). This class includes a review of computer basics including turning the computer on and off and covering the parts of the keyboard and the mouse; Learning how to open and close windows, including using the Minimize, Maximize/Restore and Close buttons and; Learning how to navigate within Windows via Menus, Scrollbars and Toolbars. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

Thursday, September 23

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 2 (of 4). This class has three main parts: 1) A further introduction to computer basics, 2) An introduction to Microsoft Solitaire & Minesweeper to give students practice in both finding programs on the computer and using the mouse and 3) An introduction to creating, saving and finding documents by utilizing Microsoft Word. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

Thursday, October 7

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 3 (of 4). This class includes a further introduction to computer basics and an overview of Microsoft Word. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

Thursday, October 21

6 pm - 7:30: Introduction to Computers Class 4 (of 4). This class includes a further introduction to computer basics and an introduction to the internet. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

4-PART INTRO SERIES BEGINS

Thursday, November 4

2 pm - 3:30: Introduction to Computers Class 1 (of 4). This class includes a review of computer basics including turning the computer on and off and covering the parts of the keyboard and the mouse; Learning how to open and close windows, including using the Minimize, Maximize/Restore and Close buttons and; Learning how to navigate within Windows via Menus, Scrollbars and Toolbars. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

Thursday, November 18

2 pm - 3:30: Introduction to Computers Class 2 (of 4). This class has three main parts: 1) A further introduction to computer basics, 2) An introduction to Microsoft Solitaire & Minesweeper to give students practice in both finding programs on the computer and using the mouse and 3) An introduction to creating, saving and finding documents by utilizing Microsoft Word. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

Thursday, December 2

2 pm - 3:30: Introduction to Computers Class 3 (of 4). This class includes a further introduction to computer basics and an overview of Microsoft Word. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

Thursday, December 16

2 pm - 3:30: Introduction to Computers Class 4 (of 4). This class includes a further introduction to computer basics and an introduction to the internet. Registration is required. To sign up, visit the Reference Desk or call (607) 936-3713 ext. 502 or email reimerl@stls.org.

 


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