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Acoustic Jam
Saturday, May 2nd from 1:30-4:30pm
Join a circle of local musicians sharing songs in round-robin order. The music tends to be folk and traditional, with some original versions, but all styles are welcome. No electric instruments, please, due to volume level. Don't play an instrument? That's fine, you are welcome to listen!
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Adult Art Workshop: Decorative Birdhouse
Saturday, May 2nd from 2:00-3:30pm
Welcome spring with a fun birdhouse decorating workshop! After the dreary winter months, it's time to celebrate spring when everything will be in bloom. Each participant will receive a pre-built wooden birdhouse to paint and embellish with fabrics, wooden shapes, and other decorative materials. The finished birdhouse is meant for indoor display — a cheerful home decoration to brighten up our spring days! All supplies are provided. Join us and bring in spring with a bright start!
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Sit & Stitch
Wednesday, May 6th and Wednesday, May 20th from 1:00-2:30pm
Bring a project to work on and make some new friends. Sit & Stitch is a casual crochet, knitting, and fiber arts group that meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. All skill levels are welcome. This is not a class, but a group for crafters to socialize and swap skills.
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First Thursday Book Club
Thursday, May 7th from 6:00-7:30pm
Join the First Thursday Book Club! The group will discuss Real Americans by Rachel Khong.
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Group Reiki
Tuesday, May 5th from 5:30-7:00pm
Join Sherry Kowalski to experience reiki. Reiki is an energy healing technique that promotes relaxation, reduces stress and anxiety. Reiki will be given in a group setting, starting with a guided meditation. Please feel free to bring a yoga mat and pillow. Please arrive on time for this program. To avoid disrupting participants, anyone that arrives after the guided meditation has started will not be able to join the session.
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Guided Meditation
Saturday, May 9th from 9:30-11:00am
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Guided meditation is a great way to unwind and let the cares of the day float away.
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How to 3D Print at BCPL
Thursday, May 14th from 6:00-7:00pm
Interested in 3D printing? Come discover all the different ways to 3D print at the BCPL.
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SUNY Attain Tabling
Friday, May 15th from 10:00am-12:00pm
Stop by SUNY ATTAIN's table in the colonnade to learn about the programs and services they offer! ATTAIN (Advanced Technology Training And Information Network) Labs are community-based technology centers that provide free digital literacy, workforce readiness, and career advancement training. They offer self-paced courses in computer basics, Microsoft Office, job search skills, and industry certifications to help individuals gain the skills needed for employment or career growth.
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Sound Bath Immersion with Reiki
Saturday, May 16th from 11:30am-1:00pm
Join Lorraine Stewart for Sound Bath Immersion! With the aid of different vibrations and resonances, we tune within and Be. A gift that allows the awareness of the unconscious to surface, to transmute anything that is not serving us, and bring a state of peace, joy, ease, clarity and relaxation. The Sound Bath Immersion is combined with Reiki Healing Energy which brings forth the sacredness of these practices and allows us to truly remember who we are. Registration is required, ages 16+.
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Monday Matinee: Princess Ka'iulani
Monday, May 18th from 2:30-4:30pm
Princess Ka'iulani is a 2009 British-American biographical drama film based on the life of Princess Kaʻiulani (1875–1899) of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi. This movie details the coup that led to her being sent to England for her own safety, her life in England, the annexation of Hawai'i by the United States, and Ka'iulani's role as a young, charismatic leader advocating for her people in attempts to maintain the independence of the island against the threat of American colonization. Rated PG. Snacks provided.
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The Hungry Ear
Monday, May 18th from 5:30-6:30pm
Join Judy McMahon and her 'Hungry Ear' readers as they entertain you with dramatic short story readings. We call Hungry Ear 'a cocktail hour for the mind'!
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Knitting Group
Tuesday, May 19th from 5:00-7:30pm
Do you love to knit or crochet? Do you want to meet other people who share your passion for yarn! Then the knitting group is for you! The group will meet in the Ahearn Room. Please bring a project to work on during the meeting. You can call 607-778-3829 or email bcplreference@gmail.com for more information.
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Mini Painting
Wednesday, May 20th from 5:30-7:30pm
Unleash your inner artist and bring your tabletop worlds to life at Mini Painting! Whether you're a seasoned painter or have never picked up a brush, our program is a welcoming space to relax and get creative. Drop in anytime between 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM to paint up to two miniatures. All supplies are provided but feel free to bring your own to use! Space is limited to 12 participants, so while registration isn’t required, signing up will guarantee your spot and send you a handy email reminder so you won’t miss out on the fun. Image is of minis painted in the last session. Ages 16+ welcome.
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Queer Tea Hour
Wednesday, May 20th from 6:00-7:00pm
Join us for crafts, games, tea, hot chocolate, and snacks with other LGTQIA+ adults and allies! You're encouraged to bring friends along; we do not require BCPL library cards to attend our events. Please feel free to bring in your own projects to work on too! Registration is required. Please include your email if you wish to receive email reminders.
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How to Sew at BCPL
Thursday, May 21st from 6:00-7:00pm
Interested in sewing? Come get acquainted with the BCPL's Singer One sewing machine.
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Knitting Group
Thursday, May 21st from 5:00-7:30pm
Do you love to knit or crochet? Do you want to meet other people who share your passion for yarn! Then the knitting group is for you! The group will meet in the Ahearn Room. Please bring a project to work on during the meeting. You can call 607-778-3829 or email bcplreference@gmail.com for more information.
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Guided Meditation
Saturday, May 23rd from 9:30-11:00am
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Guided meditation is a great way to unwind and let the cares of the day float away.
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Monthly Munchkin Meetup
Saturday, May 23rd from 2:00-3:30pm
Join us for a rousing round of Munchkin! Munchkin is a board game inspired by Dungeons and Dragons and numerous fantasy tropes. Enter the sketchy dungeon. Kick in the door. Form temporary alliances to defeat attacking monsters. Gather equipment, potions, and magic items. Backstab other adventurers and steal their loot. Objective: become the most powerful adventurer in the group. Snacks provided. Register with a valid email address if you wish to receive email reminders. Newbies welcome.
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Visions Federal Credit Union Financial Consultations
Thursday, May 28th from 3:00-5:00pm
Meet one-on-one with a financial counselor during open office hours to answer a variety of financial-related questions and inquiries. Registration is not required. If you'd like to guarantee a spot or have questions, contact Sam Lethbridge at 607-340-2083 or email her at slethbridge@visionsfcu.org.
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Coloring Club
Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30pm
The group is open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression. You can bring your own coloring book and colored pencils. The library provides coloring pages, pencils, and crayons for the meeting as well. This program is for adults aged 18 or older.
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Literacy Volunteers Basic Computer Classes
Wednesdays from 10:00am-12:00pm
This is a computer basics course offered by the Literacy Volunteers of Broome and Tioga counties. Classes are intended for individuals with little or no computer experience. Lessons are customized to each group of students. Groups consist of 5 students or less. Topics can include basic computer equipment, vocabulary, usage, Windows desktop and files, Internet usage; email accounts, Microsoft Office and Google Docs, or online tasks like signing up for accounts or submitting applications. Please call Literacy Volunteers of Broome-Tioga Counties, Inc. (607) 778-6406 or email tel.lvbtc@gmail.com to preregister. Walk-ins may register but will be scheduled to start the class at a later date.
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Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays from 4:15-5:00pm
This is a beginner level class, designed for people who are new to yoga or people with an impairment or limitation due to injury, surgery, or an ongoing condition affecting mobility, balance, flexibility, or strength. A typical class will include standing postures for stretching, flexibility and balance, as well as sitting postures on a chair for stretching, flexibility and strength. No previous experience is necessary.
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Beginner/Advanced Beginner Yoga
Wednesdays from 5:15-6:15pm
This class incorporates positions involving standing, seated, kneeling, supine and prone poses involving twists, bends, kneeling, inversions, and balancing. Participants should be in generally fit and pain-free condition, with the goal of improving flexibility, mobility, balance, and strength. Previous experience with yoga or other forms of exercise is requested.
Classes are funded by The Friends of Broome County Public Library. You will need to fill out a waiver before you can participate in the class. Registration isn't required, however we can only accommodate 25 people.
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Bring Your Own Device Tech Help
Thursdays from 2:00-3:00pm
Do you have a basic question about your phone, tablet, or laptop? Register for a 20-minute, one-on-one tech help session with a library staff member. Library staff members can answer a basic question about using library e-resources, apps, or getting to know your device. We are unable to assist with anything medical, legal, or financial related. Appointments will be available every Thursday from 2–3PM. Call the Reference desk at 607-778-6451 or email BCPLreference@gmail.com to make an appointment. We are unable to take walk-ins.
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Office of Employment and Training Office Hours
Fridays from 9:30am-3:00pm
A one-on-one career counseling service with Broome-Tioga Workforce. Walk-ins welcome 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Last walk-in accepted at 2:00pm. Sessions are one hour. The employment and training counselors can help with filling out job applications, finding jobs to apply for, resumes, cover letters, practice interviews, signing up for training. If there are any questions, please call Broome-Tioga Workforce NY at 607-778-2136.
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May Book Sales
Thursday, May 14th from 10:00am-2:00pm
Member Only Book Sale
Friday, May 15th from 10:00am-2:00pm
Regular Book Sale
Saturday, May 16th from 10:00am-1:00pm
$5 Bag Book Sale
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Broome County Directory for Older Adults, Individuals with Disabilities, Caregivers and their Families
This publication from the Broome County Office for Aging provides information geared towards seniors, caregivers, and people living with disabilities. It includes a directory of local services ranging from healthcare and housing to snow removal, transportation, legal services and more.
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