September 2023 Newsletter
Check out our Events Calendar to see a full list of library events!
All CCLD libraries will be closed for Labor Day, September 4th.
Friends of Horseheads Free Library Book Sale
The Friends of HFL invites you to the 2023 Book Sale at the Town and Country Fire Hall (130 Gardner Road Horseheads, NY) from September 19-23 (Tuesday - Friday, 10am-7pm; Saturday, 10am-1pm). There will be a 2-hour pre-sale on Tuesday, September 19th, 8am - 10am, for those who'd like the opportunity to shop before the sale opens to the general public; there is a $10.00 fee to gain entry during the pre-sale. Cash or checks payable to the Friends of the Horseheads Free Library. We will be having our bag sale on Friday, September 22nd and Saturday September 23rd. Bring a bag and fill with books, CDs, or DVDs for $5.00!
Friends of CCLD Books Sandwiched In - Fall 2023
Save the dates for the Friends of CCLD Fall Books Sandwiched In: September 29, October 6, 13, & 20. All talks take place at 12pm at Steele Memorial Library. Visit ccld.lib.ny.us/friends-of-ccld, to learn more about Friends of CCLD.
Technology Training at CCLD Libraries
One-on-one basic computer/device instruction is available. Let us know what you'd like to learn! Contact Steele Memorial Library (607-733-9175) or Horseheads Free Library (607-739-4581) to schedule an appointment with one of our librarians.
CCLD Makerspace
Laser Engraved Pencils
Personalize your back-to-school pencils using the Tinker Lab's laser engraver.
If you plan on engraving more than five pencils, please schedule a time using the online reservation calendar:
ccldmakerspace.youcanbook.me
Find information about other activities available at our Makerspace on our website.
Virtual Activities
Mondays (emailed) - Radio Hour with Mike Keene: Talking Hart Island
September 7, 1pm - Big Flats In-Person & Zoom Book Club
September 12, 1:30pm - Watercolors with Wynn Yarrow (attend in-person or virtually)
September 20, 7-8pm -
New York in Postcards: Bringing Deltiology to your Genealogy (Online via Zoom)
September 28, 6pm - Horseheads Zoom Book Club
Steele Memorial Library
Activities for Adults
Drumtastic and Gentle Chair Fitness with Jessica Janowsky, continue this month on September 13 & 27, 4:30-5:30pm. Come to either half or stay for both! This program is made possible with funding from the Friends of CCLD and the Junior League of Greater Elmira-Corning.
2nd & 4th Monday each month, 6:30pm - Digital Photography (room varies)
2nd & 4th Wednesday each month, 4:30pm - Drumtastic & Gentle Chair Fitness with Jessica Janowsky
September 12, 1:30pm - Watercolors with Wynn Yarrow (attend in-person or virtually)
September 13, 10:30am - Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
September 13, 6pm - Cut paper self-portrait collage with Filomena
September 14, 6:30-7:30pm - September Potluck: Apples & Cauliflower! Open to ages 12+. Please call 607-733-9173, if interested.
September 18 - Spice of the Month: Asafetida Powder! - Pick up a kit with some spice and recipes from library cookbooks to try it with. First come, first served.
September 19, 6:30pm - "So bad, it's good!" Movie Night
September 21, 1:30pm - Genealogy Lab (Tech Lab)
September 21, 6pm - Thursday Night Movie: "What's Love Got To Do With It?"
September 28, 6pm - Thursday Night Movie: "Past Lives"
September 29, 2:15pm - Friday Afternoon Film: "Bride & Prejudice"
Activities for Teens
September 11, 5:30pm - Teen D&D with Tim Collins
September 12, 5pm - Teens Make a Locker Mirror
September 12 & 26, 5:30pm - Teen Advisory Group meeting
September 6 & 13, 5:30pm - Teen Creative Writing
Thursdays in September, 5:30pm - Teen D&D with Deegan
Thursdays in September, 5:15pm - Air Clubhouse Teens
September 26, 5:30pm - Teen Eclipse Art
September 27, 5pm - Murder Mystery Night
September 29, 7pm - After Hours Event: Teen Lasertag
Activities for Youth
This month Booker’s Bookworms are reading Remember this Titan and Ruby Bridges. In honor of Disney’s 100th Anniversary we are showing the 2000 film Remember the Titans on Wednesday, September 13th and Ruby Bridges on Monday, September 25th.
September 7, 3:30pm - Craft: Tots Football Goal Post Craft
September 13, 4pm - Movie: Remember the Titans
September 14, 3:30pm - Craft: Tailgate Craft Party
September 21, 3:30pm - Craft: Popsicle stick catapult
September 25, 4pm - Movie: Ruby Bridges
September 28, 3:30pm - Craft: Tweens craft an Among Us Table Top Football Game
Weekly Programs:
Take and Make Craft - Beginning Monday September 17th, while supplies last
Big Flats Library
September 12, 6pm (rain date) - FREE Concert: Dean Goble Band - Classic Country, Southern Rock & Western Swing! Free ice cream from Kool Treats Ice Cream! 50/50 Raffle & popcorn! Music sponsored by the Big Flats Library Advocates. Ice cream sponsored by the Friends of CCLD.
Activities for Adults
September 7, 1pm - Big Flats In-Person & Zoom Book Club
September 20, 3pm - Permanent Marker Tile Art Program. (register: 607-562-3300)
September 28, 2pm - Movie: Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022) (register: 607-562-3300)
Activities for Youth
September 13, 10:30am - Storytime with Miss Melanie
September 19, 5:45pm - Movie & Popcorn Night: The Little Mermaid (2023) (This movie is recommended for ages 10 and up. Run time is 2 hours)
September 26, 3:30pm - After School Storytime with Miss Melanie: Learn how apples turn into apple cider and make a craft to take home! (register: 607-562-3300)
Thursdays, 3:30pm - Kids & Teen LEGO Club. Join the fun and build your own spectacular LEGO creation!
All month - Back to School Scavenger Hunt! Stop by to complete your scavenger hunt and earn a token for the prize machine!
All month - Craft Table: Back to School Sport Bead Keychains! Stop by anytime!
"Back to School" Take & Make Book Marks: "Kids Corner Creature Origami Bookmarks”. While supplies last. Limit 1 per person! Registration is required. Please call to reserve your kit. 607-562-3300
Join the Kids Book Club at the Big Flats Library! Kids, read to earn tokens! Don’t forget to pick up your reading log sheet at the Big Flats Library!
Bookmobile
Our book club meets the 2nd Friday of the month at Bulkhead Hardware in Southport at 1:30pm. We will continue to offer a Zoom option for anyone unable to join us, or if there is inclement weather. For the month of August we read "Just the Nicest Couple" by Mary Kubica to discuss on September 8, 1:30pm.
Horseheads Free Library
Activities for Adults
Adult writers in all genres of fiction and creative non-fiction are invited to attend our first Writer's Group monthly meeting on September 18, 6pm. Join other writers in conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No registration required but if you want to email zella@stls.org to RSVP you can.
Tuesdays in September, 10:30am - Gentle Movement Series
September 11, 6-7pm - Hint of Tint with Wynn Yarrow (registration required)
September 13, 1pm-2:30pm - Meditative Hour of Drawing with Mrs. Kathy Edwards (registration required)
September 18, 6pm-7pm - Writer's Group (registration suggested)
September 19, 2-4pm - Tablet Talk (register: 607-739-4581)
September 20, 1-3pm - Lit Lovers Book Club (more info: 607-739-4581)
September 25, 6pm-7pm - Miniature Mondays Adult Social Club
Activities for Youth
Fall is in the air. Make Horseheads Free Library part of your routine this school year! This month’s take 'n make is a Back to School Gnome craft. The kits will be available all month long. Family Story Time returns on September 7 with story and activity time for kids ages 0-5.
Thursdays, 10:30am - Family Story Time (begins September 7)
Van Etten Library
Check back next month for fun activities happening at Van Etten Library.
West Elmira Library
Activities for Adults
Monday, September 25, 6:30pm - Cookbook Book Club
Second & Fourth Wednesdays, 2pm - Knit and Crochet Club
Activities for Youth
Learn how to make a no-sew, zippered pouch out of any empty chip/candy bag. Open to ages 8 and up (all materials provided). Register: (607) 733-0541
Bear Scavenger Hunt - Celebrate "Bear Necessities Month" by finding the different types of bears hidden around the children's section to win a prize!
Wednesdays (starting 9/13), 10:30am - Homeschool Group
Thursdays, 10:30am (starting 9/14) - Family Storytime - Join Mr. Jeff for stories, songs, finger plays, flannels, and more!
First & Third Tuesdays, 3:30pm - Creative Coloring Club
Second & Fourth Tuesdays, 3pm - Unplug Board Gaming
Third Thursday of every month, 3pm - Tween Maker Hour
Fourth Wednesday of every month, 4pm - LEGO Club
Library Services at Home
Enjoy ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, streaming video, online classes, language learning, and more, from the convenience of your home! Check out the library's Featured Services page for a list of digital services that can be accessed remotely with your Chemung County Library District card.
Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspots are available to check out from Steele Memorial Library and West Elmira Library for those in need of internet access. Call (607)733-9175 (Steele) or (607)733-0541 (West) to reserve a hotspot. *You need to be in an area with T-Mobile cell phone reception, in order for the hotspot to work.*
If you need help accessing your account, email our virtual reference desk edesk@stls.org for assistance. |
