Monday Matinee: Harriet
Monday, March 2nd from 2:30-4:45pm
This biographical drama covers Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroines as one of the instrumental "conductors" of the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network of safe houses and secret routes that assisted "passengers" fleeing slavery in dodging both their captors and the slavecatchers seeking to recapture them and traffic them back into slavery. Tubman's cleverness, courage, ingenuity and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of American history. Rated PG-13. Snacks included.
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Group Reiki
Tuesday, March 3rd 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. Registration required.
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Sit & Stitch
Wednesday, March 4th & Wednesday, March 18th 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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Introduction to Cricut Design
Thursday, March 5th
Learn the basics of the Cricut Smart Cutting Machine. This class will be an overview of the Cricut's different tools, materials and the Cricut Design Space software.
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First Thursday Book Club
Thursday, March 5th from 6:00-7:30pm
Join the First Thursday Book Club! The group will discuss Isola by Allegra Goodman.
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Acoustic Jam
Saturday, March 7th 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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3D Design 101
Tuesday, March 10th from 3:30-4:30pm
Interested in learning how to create objects for 3D printing? Join us for an introduction to the basic concepts and the Tinkercad modeling program.
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SUNY Attain Tabling Event
Friday, March 13th 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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Monthly Munchkin Meetup
Saturday, March 14th from 2:00-3:30pm
Join us for a rousing round of Munchkin, a player-versus-player board game inspired by Dungeons and Dragons and various fantasy tropes. Become an adventurer. Enter the creepy 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 in your quest to become the most powerful adventurer in the group. Snacks provided. Registration encouraged. Newbies to the game welcome!
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Monday Matinee: Brooklyn
Monday, March 16th from 2:30-4:30pm
In this romantic comedy, Irish immigrant Eilis Lacey lands in 1950s Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into a romance with a local, Tony. When her sister unexpectedly passes away, however, she must return to Ireland to help her mother. She must choose between the two countries, two romances, and the lives that exist within. Rated PG-13. Snacks provided.
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Knitting Group
Tuesday, March 17th 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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TTRPG Mini Painting
Wednesday, March 18th 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.
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Visions Federal Credit Union Financial Consultations
Thursday, March 19th 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, but 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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Sound Bath Immersion with Reiki
Saturday, March 21st 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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Embroidery 101 with B. C. Stitchers
Saturday, March 21st from 1:30-3:30pm
Are you interested in learning basic embroidery? The B.C. Stitchers can help! In this Embroidery 101 workshop each participant will receive a free kit with all the necessities and a handout of hints and tips. You will learn basic skills like how to:
· Thread a needle and use a needle threader
· Pick out floss and fabric
· Use an embroidery hoop
· Find patterns to stitch
· Master popular embroidery stitches like back stitch, stem stitch, straight stitch, rice stitch, lazy daisy and even French Knot! Registration is required.
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Queer Tea Hour
Wednesday, March 25th 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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Monday Matinee: Little Women
Monday, March 30th from 2:30-5:00pm
In 19th century Massachusetts, the March girls Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy are on the threshold of womanhood. The four sisters go through many ups and downs in life while endeavoring to make important decisions about their futures suitable for their distinct personalities. Rated PG. Snacks provided.
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The Hungry Ear
Monday, March 30th 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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Coloring Club
Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30pm
The group is open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression. The library will provide coloring books, coloring pages, pencils, and crayons for the meeting. You may bring your own as well. This program is for adults aged 18 or older.
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LVBTC 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 5 or less students. Topics covered within these classes may include:
- Basic computer equipment, vocabulary, and usage
- Windows desktop and files
- Internet usage
- Email accounts
- Microsoft Office and Google Docs
- 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 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 includes standing postures for stretching, flexibility and balance, as well as sitting postures on a chair for stretching, flexibility and strength. No previous experience necessary. Classes are funded by The Friends of Broome County Public Library. You will need to fill out a waiver form before you can participate in the class.
Beginner/Advanced Beginner Yoga
Wednesdays from 5:15-6:15pm
The group is open to anyone who enjoys coloring for relaxation or creative expression. The library will provide coloring books, coloring pages, pencils, and crayons for the meeting. You may bring your own as well. This program is for adults aged 18 or older.
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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.
Appointments will be available every Thursday from 2:00-3:00PM. Call the Reference Desk at 607-778-6451 or email BCPLreference@gmail.com to make an appointment. We are unable to take walk-ins or assist with anything medical, legal, or financial-related.
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Career Counseling
Fridays from 9:30am-3:00pm
A one-on-one career counseling service with Broome-Tioga Workforce. Appointments are for one hour. To make an appointment, call (607) 778-2136 or send an email to Jazmin Justo at jazmin.justo@broomecountyny.gov.
The counselors can help with:
• filling out job applications
• finding jobs to apply for
• resumes
• cover letters
• practice interviews
• signing up for training
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March Book Sales
March Madness: $5 Bag Sale all Four Days!
- Wednesday, March 11th from 4:00-7:00pm
- Thursday, March 12th from 10:00am-2:00pm
- Friday, March 13th from 10:00am-2:00pm
- Saturday, March 14th from 10:00am-1:00pm
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