Check out what is going on this month at the library!
From HPL,
The Hornell Public Library has a wide variety of programs for all ages being offered throughout March, including ongoing community events, Teen Programming, Storytime, STEAM Projects, and even a hide and find!
Announcements
Storytime with the Hornell Principals: The Hornell Public Library in partnership with the Hornell City School District invites students to a special Storytime with the Principals! Join us here at the library every Monday from 4:30-5:00 PM to read with one of the school principals. This event will be ongoing through April.
March Hide and Find: There will be scavenger hunt in the children’s area during the month of March. Pop in any time the library is open to hunt for Lucky the Leprechaun. Follow the clues to the treasure at the end of the hunt. This activity is open to patrons of all ages!
Library Advocacy Postcard: Visit the library before March 14th to sign a library advocacy postcard to send to our state legislators letting them know how important our library is to our community. Each person that signs a postcard will receive a free “I Love My Library” pin! If you can’t make it into the library there is a digital postcard you can find and fill out on the Hornell Public Library Facebook page.
Featured Programs
Local Author Visit: During World War II, American women took on many new roles, both in the military and as civilians. Beyond Rosie the Riveter and the Atomic Girls, women made incredible contributions to the war effort.
One of the civilian avenues was through the American Red Cross Clubmobile program, which was essentially a mobile club, featuring doughnuts, coffee, and good old American girl-next-door friendliness, all served up at the front lines in Europe, Southeast Asia, India, and Australia – wherever the troops were to be found.
Join us on Thursday, March 27th at 6 pm as we learn more about the Clubmobile program with local author Barb Warner Deane!
Multilingual Storytime – March 6th – April 10th – Thursdays at 4:00 PM: This story time is open to all patrons who are interested in learning about different languages and cultures! Each week a volunteer will read a book in both English and a language they have brought to share with us. After each reading, we will have a game or a craft.
Circus Club: Get ready for fun at our Circus Club! Join us for exciting circus activities on Wednesdays, March 12th and 26th at 3 pm!
Whether you’re twirling with hula hoops, dancing with ribbons, or mastering the art of juggling, there’s something for everyone.
All materials provided – including hula hoops, dancing ribbons, and poi balls. So bring your best circus spirit and get ready to show off your skills!
Programs for Kids
Story Times – Wednesdays at 10 AM Come join us each Wednesday in March as we read a few books and participate in craft time after. This month will feature Sugar Snow, St. Patrick’s Day, Spring, and All about You!
STEAM Saturday – March 1st, 15th, and 29th from 11 AM – 1 PM Pop by the library the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday of the month to participate in a STEAM project or challenge. On March 1st we’ll be making Leprechaun Traps, on March 15th we’ll be creating Mini Basketball games, and on March 29th we’ll have a paper tower challenge. This program is open to children of all ages.
Lego and Duplo Club – March 4th and 18th from 4:00-5:00 PM:This club is open to children of all ages. At each meeting we’ll have a different prompt for participants to work from to create incredible Lego and Duplo masterpieces!
Programs for Teens & Adults
Adult Book Club: The Maid by Nita Prose – March 11th at 6 PM Join us on Tuesday, March 11th for a lively discussion on The Maid by Nita Prose— This cozy mystery is a modern day who-done-it. Main character Molly works at a high-end hotel and discovers a body when she enters a room for a cleaning. As the investigation gets under way she becomes the main suspect – can she clear her name in time? Call us today to reserve your copy!
Teen Programming: Super Smash Bros Tournament – Wednesday, March 19th from 3:00-4:00 PM.
Calling all gamers! Join us for an epic Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament on the Nintendo Switch! Test your skills, compete with friends, and show off your moves! Come for the competition, stay for the fun! Prizes, and plenty of excitement await. Whether you’re a seasoned Smash pro or a casual player, everyone’s welcome– just bring your best game face!
Tech Help – By Appointment. Need help with your phone or tablet? Looking for tips on how to stay safe online or use the library’s digital resources? Then call the library today to set up a one-on-one Tech Help appointment with one of their staff members to get all of your questions answered.
Recurring Programs
Writer’s Group with Lee Marcus – Saturday, March 8th, 10 AM
Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group – Thursday March 6th from 12:30-1:30 PM
Crochet for Beginners – Mondays, 5:00-7:00 PM (Don’t have your own hooks? Borrow a crochet kit from the library’s Tool Lending Shed!)
Chess Lessons – Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
Open Chess – Thursdays, 7:00-9:00 PM
Homebound Book Delivery – Can’t visit the library? We’ll bring the books to you with our Homebound Book Program!
Call us before the first weekend of the month to sign up for our Homebound Book program and have books delivered to you on the last Tuesday of every month-607-324-1210.
Coming in April:
Financial Literacy Month: April is financial literacy month and the library is celebrating with a series of children’s games that are both entertaining and educational. Keep an eye on the HPL social media pages for more information coming soon!
Spring Recess at the Library: Join us here at the Hornell Public Library as we celebrate Spring Recess from April 14th-18th. While school is away, the library will play! There will be activities all week long for students of all ages. Check out our social media pages for a detailed calendar of events coming soon!
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.
