The Hornell Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will run from July 8th through August 15th
Check out all of the exciting events the library has planned for our community this summer!
From the Hornell Public Library,
Sign Up Now for the Summer Reading Program
All ages are welcome to register for the Hornell Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Kids and teens track the minutes they read and adults track the number of books they read. Turn in your tracking each week to get a prize! The reader who reads the most minutes or books for their respective age category will get to select a book to be added to the library’s collection.
Participants also receive a “passport” that they can get stamped by attending various library programs and reaching certain reading milestones.
Sign up now to start tracking your reading on July 8th!
July Events: Bubbles, Critters, Stories, & Tours!
The library’s programs feature a variety of new and familiar performers and partners this summer. A few of the larger events will be held at the Hornell YMCA instead of the Community Arts Center this year. To register for any of the events, please call the library at 607-324-1210 and follow the library on Facebook for the latest updates.
The Hornell Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will kickoff with The Bubble Man on Thursday, July 11th at 1 PM at the Hornell YMCA.
July 13th at 11 AM: A Cat-Themed Story Time. Come listen as we read a book about cats and enjoy a fun activity afterwards!
July 15th at 1 PM: Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament for Teens. Teens will compete in teams to be the first group to assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Participants must register by Wednesday, July 10th to participate.
July 16th at 1 PM: The Amazing World of Bees with Peter Seiling. Come learn all about bees from Mr. Seiling, an experienced beekeeper who will introduce us to the world of honeybees.
July 17th at 1 PM: Humane Society Cat Story Time. The Hornell Area Humane Society will be bringing cats to the library for a special story time. Come meet the kitties, pet them, and read a story to them!
July 18th at 1 PM: Fire and Police Station Tour. Get a behind-the-scenes look into our local fire and police station, including a brief Bike Safety Presentation by the Hornell Police Department.
July 20th at 11 AM: A Camping Themed Story Time. Stop by the library as we read a book and enjoy a fun activity inspired by camping!
July 22nd at 1 PM: Portuguese Story Time with Elizabeth. Come read, sing, and play in Portuguese during this special multilingual story time with Miss Elizabeth!
July 23rd at 1 PM: A Guiding Eyes Story Time. Discover the important work the Guiding Eyes Program does and learn how they train dogs to help people who cannot see. Families will even be able to meet a couple of dogs-in-training.
July 24th at 11 AM: Tour of the Hornell Post Office. Bring your family for a behind-the-scenes tour of the post office! Learn how your mail and packages get sorted and make it to your mailbox.
July 24th at 6 PM: The Search for Bigfoot with Mike Familant. Join Mike Familant as he shares his experiences researching and tracking down the truth behind North America’s most iconic cryptid, Bigfoot.
July 25th at 1 PM: The Reptile Guys at the YMCA. Come see and even touch a wide variety of reptiles! The bravest attendees may even get to put a snake around their necks.
July 26th: Free Swim at the Community Pool sponsored by Friends of the Hornell Public Library.
July 27th at 11 AM: A Hiking Themed Story Time. Enjoy an adventurous story followed by a fun-filled STEAM activity!
July 29th at 1 PM: Olympics Party for Teens.
July 30th at 1 PM: Mr. Gibbs Story Time. Whether you are an old student of his or just love great storytellers, don’t miss this opportunity to be swept away by the magic of a Mr. Gibbs story time!
July 31st at 1 PM: Kelly’s Critter Crew’s Rabbit Story Time. Come meet new rabbit friends, pet them, and read to them during this special story time featuring our local small animal rescue Kelly’s Critter Crew!
July 31st at 6 PM: Community Bike Ride. Come on a bicycle adventure starting at the library and riding to Shawmut Park and back. The Hornell Police Department’s Bike Patrol will help keep the group safe on our adventure. Bring your helmet and a reusable water bottle!
For the library’s complete calendar of events for July and August, visit their website or stop in the library to pick up a Summer Reading Program brochure!
STARQuest: Explore All of the Southern Tier Libraries
Join the Southern Tier STARQuest! Visit as many of the 48 Southern Tier Library System (STLS) member library locations as you can from July 1st to September 30th. STLS libraries throughout Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben, and Yates counties invite people of all ages to participate in the STARQuest tour. To begin, pick up a map from your local library. Use your map to track your library visits – be sure to get the official sticker at each stop – and earn swag along the way! When you hit a milestone stop, let the library staff know, and collect your prize. Milestone stops include visits to 5, 10, 24, and 48 libraries.
The Hornell Public Library is located at 64 Genesee Street, Hornell, NY. The library’s open hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The library will be closed Thursday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
