Tag: Corning

Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Makerspace Events December 21, 2015 – January 2, 2016

Linda Reimer

Holiday Closings: The library will be closed on December 24, December 25 and January 1. We will also be closing at 2:00 p. m. December 31. We will be open our regular hours on the other days including being open our regular Saturday hours of 10:00 a. m. to 4:00 p. m. on Saturday, December 26 & Saturday, January 2.

Makerspace Hours
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Dec 22, 2015
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Dec 29, 2015

New hours, and expanded, Creation Station hours will begin January 4, 2016.

Creation Station is our makerspace in the library. Come in and make something incredible. Makerspace projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:
• 3 D Printer created projects*
• Computer created projects
• Sewing projects*
• Scanning projects (slides, photos & documents)
• Art projects*
• Scrapbooking projects*
• Drawing

All Patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability. *Some projects will require a small fee for materials. Programs are made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Corning Area Writer’s Group
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dec 23, 2015
Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Corning Area Writer’s Group
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dec 30, 2015
Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Have a great holiday season!

Linda, SSCL

Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Makerspace Events: Week of December 14, 2015

Linda Reimer

Makerspace Hours
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dec 14, 2015
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Dec 15, 2015
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Dec 17, 2015
Creation Station is our makerspace in the library. Come in and make something incredible. Makerspace projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:
• 3 D Printer created projects*
• Computer created projects
• Sewing projects*
• Scanning projects (slides, photos & documents)
• Art projects*
• Scrapbooking projects*
• Drawing

All Patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability. *Some projects will require a small fee for materials. Programs are made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Coffee, Tea & English
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Dec 15, 2015
This is an informal, relaxed time to practice every day English conversation, share cultures and make new friendships.

Special programs or guests will also be scheduled from time to time.

iPad Basics Workshop:
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Dec 15, 2015
Our iPad Basics Workshop offers new iPad owners an overview of how to use the iPad; and includes a discussion of useful suggested apps in categories that iPad owners might enjoy. The iPad app categories discussed include: News, Entertainment, Sports, Cooking, Games, Books, Weather and more!

3D Printer Program: Holiday Ornaments:
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Dec 15, 2015
This program will include a brief 3 D Printer presentation and then attendees will create their own customized 3 D Printed ornaments.

Note: Since 3 D Printing takes a while ornaments will have to be picked up at a later date.

Corning Area Writer’s Group
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dec 17, 2015
Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Spin a Yarn!
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Dec 17, 2015:
Bring in a knitting or crochet project you are working on, get instructions or help or use club materials to make something for a greater good. For more details, call (607)936-3713. All skill levels welcome.

Free Friday Films: Auntie Mame
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dec 18, 2015
When young, impressionable Patrick Dennis’ millionaire father dies, the boy is left in the care of his only living relative–his flamboyant, extravagant, devil-may-care … and never, never dull Auntie Mame. New York during the Jazz Age–Despite the best efforts of estate executive Dwight Babcock (Fred Clark) to rear Patrick (Jan Handzlik and Roger Smith) as a boring, stuffy aristocrat, the boy is swept into Mame Dennis’ (Rosalind Russell) world of parties, flappers and the most eccentric, entertaining, intelligent set of friends anywhere. Through the stock market crash, a marriage to a rich Southerner and his death while scaling the Alps, Mame’s whirlwind approach to life opens Patrick’s eyes to endless possibilities. MPAA Rating: Not Rated. Run Time: 143 minutes

Have a great week!

Linda, SSCL

Food For Overdue Fines @ The Library!

Linda Reimer

We’re celebrating both Sparkle and the 15th Birthday of the Southeast Steuben County Library next week!
And as part of the celebration we’re accepting food, in lieu of cash for overdue fines!

Here’s photo flyer with the details:
Food for Fines

And a PDF of the same flyer so you can easily share it with others and also, by clicking on the title, gain a larger view of the flyer:

Dec. Fine Reduction Program

And join us next Saturday, December 5 from 5:00 – 9:00 p. m. for our Birthday Party!
Have a great weekend!
Linda, SSCL

Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Makerspace Events Week of November 9, 2015:

Linda Reimer

Monday, November 9, 2015:

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, open from 10:00 a. m. – 12:00 p. m. on Mondays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning projects (photos, slides, documents)

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

Tuesday, November 10, 2015:

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, open from 3:00 – 5:00 p. m. on Tuesdays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning projects (photos, slides, documents)

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

Thursday, November 12, 2015:                                                                                    

Senior Tech: Introduction to Tablets, E-Readers & Streaming Video Players: This program will offer a history of the evolution of tablets, e-readers & streaming video players and will offer tips on just how you can use these devices to enrich your daily life! There will be tablets, e-readers and streaming video players to try out! Join us! Refreshments will be served.

Registration is appreciated! To register for this program stop by the library, call us at: 607-936-3712 x 502, or, send an email to us at the following address: DIGLIT@STLS.ORG

Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Corning Area Writer’s Group: Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. On the other Thursdays the group meets at Soul Full Cup CoffeeHouse. For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext. 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p. m.

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, open from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library
include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning projects (photos, slides, documents)

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space.

Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

Saturday, November 14, 2015:

NaNoWriMo Write In: Get your 50,000 words in this month. Bring a laptop or notebook and pen. Prizes and refreshments provided.

Time: 3:00 p. m. – 6:00 p. m.

Available Throughout The Week: One-On-One Personal Technology Appointments:You can make an appointment with a member of the Library’s Digital Literacy Services staff as an individual or for 2-4 people to learn how to use a new computer, Mac, e-reader, tablet, smartphone, email, The Internet or a variety of software including the Microsoft Office Suite & Skype at a variety of times throughout each month.

This is a free service the library offers!

To make an appointment call the library at: 607-936-3713 x 502 or send an email to us at the following email address: DIGLIT@STLS.ORG

Have a great week!
Linda, SSCL

Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Makerspace Events Week of October 26, 2015

Linda Reimer

Monday, October 26, 2015:

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, open from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Mondays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

Tuesday October 27, 2015:

Sticky Notes: A Thematic Book Club: Simply pick a book to read related to the monthly theme in some way, fiction or non-fiction, any genre, then come tell the group about it – what it was about, what you liked, or didn’t like. Then we’ll vote on the next theme! Light refreshments served. For questions, call Michelle Wells at 607 936 3713 x 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.
Date & Time: 4th Tuesday of each month starting at 1:00 p.m.

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, open from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

3 D Printer Program: Bird Feeders: This program will include a brief 3 D Printer presentation and then attendees will select one of several 3 D bird feeder templates to create their own bird feeders.

Registration is required for this program. You can register at the Reference Desk, by telephone:
607-936-3713 ext. 502 or by email: DIGLIT@STLS.ORG

Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Thursday, October 28, 2015:

Corning Area Writer’s Group: Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. On the other Thursdays the group meets at Soul Full Cup CoffeeHouse.

For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext. 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, open from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing
All patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

Have a great week!
Linda, SSCL

Southeast Steuben County Library Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Makerspace Events & Book Sale Info Week of October 5, 2015

Linda Reimer

The Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale Is This Week! The Fall Book Sale is going on this week at the East Corning Fire Hall located at 11873 E. Corning Road in Corning, NY.

To get there take Denison Parkway, passing Dunkin Donuts and getting onto 352. Follow the signs posted by the Friends. The fire hall is a couple minutes down the road on the left.

Book Sale hours are:

Monday Oct. 5 -Thursday Oct. 8 | 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Friday Oct. 9 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday Oct. 10 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Monday, October 5, 2015:

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, is open from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Mondays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All Patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

Tuesday, October 6, 2015:

Foundation Grants to Individuals Online: A free public workshop introduction to the Foundation Center database for individual grant seekers. Call (607) 936-3713 x502 to register. Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, is open from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Tuesdays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All Patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

Thursday, October 8, 2015:

Senior Tech: Introduction to Computers & The Internet: This program will offer a brief history of the creation of computers and the Internet. We’ll also discuss the benefits of using a computer and the Internet in your daily life. Registration is required. To register call the library at: 607-936-3713 or send an email to us at the following address: DIGLIT@STLS.ORG

This program is a part of our monthly fall Senior Personal Technology Series.

Refreshments will be served.

Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Corning Area Writer’s Group: Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. On the other Thursdays the group meets at Soul Full Cup CoffeeHouse.

For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext. 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, is open from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

About Creation Station:
Creation Station (Makerspace) projects that will be available to be created at the Southeast Steuben County Library include:

3 D Printer created projects*

Computer created projects

Sewing projects*

Scanning

Art projects*

Scrapbooking projects*

Drawing

All Patrons interested in using the Creation Station will be required to receive training before using the space. Projects that require training are only accessible upon staff availability.

*Some projects will require a small fee for materials.

Friday, October 9, 2015:

Monthly Science Fiction Film: Back To The Future (1985): From the Academy Award-winning filmmakers Steven Spielberg and Robert Zemeckis comes Back to the Future – the original, groundbreaking adventure that sparked one of the most successful trilogies ever. When teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) is blasted to 1955 in the DeLorean time machine created by the eccentric Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd), he finds himself mixed up in a time-shattering chain reaction that could vaporize his future – and leave him trapped in the past. Powered by innovative special effects, unforgettable songs and non-stop action, Back to the Future is an unrivaled adventure that stands the test of time! MPAA Rating: PG. Run Time: 116 minutes.

Library doors open at 6:45 to admit film-goers and the movie starts at 7 p.m. sharp.

Time: 7:00 – 8:55 p.m.

Note: This is the last film in our Monthly Science Fiction Film series. The series is being discontinued.

The Friday Night Free Film Series, held the first and third Thursday of each month, will continue. 

Have a great week!

Linda, SSCL

Friday Night Free Films @ SSC Library 2015-2016 Schedule

Linda Reimer

Hi everyone, September will be arriving next week and with it will be the Friday Night Free Film season for 2015-2016!

So here’s the Friday Night Free Film schedule in several formats to make it easier to share and/or print!

The photo (PNG) version is first:

Click the photos for a larger view.

Friday Night Free Films @ SSCL 2015 - 2016 List Page 1 of 2

Friday Night Free Films @ SSCL 2015 - 2016 Page 2 of 2

Followed by a two-page PDF list of films for the season:

Friday Night Free Films @ SSCL 2015 – 2016 List

Followed by a seven page PDF schedule with movie summaries included:

Friday Night Free Films @ SSCL 2015 – 2016 w Film Summaries

For all Friday evening films, both the Friday Night Free Film series of films which are shown the first and third Friday of the month, and the Monthly Science Fiction Film which are shown the second Friday of each month, library doors open at 6:45 p.m. to admit film-goers and the movies start at 7 p.m. sharp.

Join us!

Linda, SSCL

Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Creation Station Events Week of August 3, 2015

Linda Reimer

Adult Services, Digital Literacy & Creation Station Events Week of August 3, 2015

Monday, August 3, 2015:

Endless Mountain Music Festival: College students from around the country gather at Mansfield University on a yearly basis to play classical music together; and they will be playing a concert for us!

This is a free concert suitable for all age groups.

Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 4, 2015:

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, will be open from 1-4 p.m.

Into the Heart of Rural America: A One Woman Show with Sharon Rula Backos: Everyone has a story and Sharon Backos has set out to record the stories of ordinary upstate New Yorkers and turned them into something extraordinary. Now, she brings her one woman show to the library. Join us for a memorable evening of theater.

Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 6, 2015:

Corning Area Writer’s Group: Inject some socialization into your solo writing time by join the library’s Adult Creative Writers Group for conversation, inspiration and feedback on writing projects. No sign up is required. This group meets every Thursday from 6-8 pm. On the third Thursday of the month the group meets in the library. On the other Thursdays the group meets at Soul Full Cup CoffeeHouse.

For more information, please call Adult Services Director Michelle Wells at (607) 936-3713 ext. 209 or email wellsm@stls.org.

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm

Creation Station, The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Makerspace, will be open from 5-8 p.m.

Also Available During Each Week:

One-On-One Personal Technology Sessions are available by appointment during the week! You can make an appointment with a member of our Digital Literacy Services staff to learn how to use a new computer, Mac, e-reader, tablet, smartphone or a variety of software including the Microsoft Office Suite and more; at a variety of times throughout each week.

This is a free service the library offers!

To make an appointment call the library at: 607-936-3713

Or send an email to us at: DIGLIT@STLS.ORG

Coming Up Next Week…

Wednesday, August 12, 2015:

Digital Literacy Walking Club: Using Fitness Trackers, Mobile Music Players and Fitness Apps: Join the Digital Literacy Services Team and learn how to use a fitness tracker, MP3 player and health apps to improve your walking experience. We will have a brief presentation each week discussing popular fitness trackers, MP3 Players and health apps available. Then, we will put on our walking shoes and hit the pavement for a nice walk around our new Tioga Avenue walking park and utilize some of those devices to see how they work! Bring your walking shoes, bottled water and any new health tracking device you might already own or try one of ours!

Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Tuesday, August 13, 2015:

Phenomenon and Paranormal Investigations: Exploring Seneca and Beyond: What lurks in the depths of the Finger Lakes? Join us for a viewing of the short documentary “Exploring Seneca” from PPI Investigations then hear stories about their other investigations and ask questions of your own.

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Friday, August 14, 2015:

Monthly Science Fiction Film: Silent Running (1972): As this science fiction classic opens, botanist Freeman Lowell (Bruce Dern) has spent eight years aboard the space freighter “Valley Forge” preserving the only botanical specimens left from Earth under huge geodesic domes. When he receives orders to destroy the project and return home, Lowell rebels and hijacks the freighter, while plunging the craft into the gaseous Rings of Saturn. From that moment on, he has only the trees, the gardens and two “Drone” robots, Huey and Dewey, to keep him company on his greatest adventure of all. MPAA Rating: G. Run Time: 90 minutes.

Time: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

To see a list of all currently scheduled library programs — visit the Calendar page on our website found at:

http://ssclibrary.org/Calendar.html

Have a great week!
Linda, SSCL

Summer Reading Season Digital Literacy Services Raffles Week 4

Linda Reimer

Our Summer Reading Program Season is quickly passing by!

Check out our programs, all of which may be seen on the Calendar section of our website located at: http://ssclibrary.org/Calendar.html

And stop by the Reference Desk and ask us about our new Makerspace, Creation Station, and fill out a raffle ticket to win one of our weekly gift bags! (and this week we have three of them as seen in the photos!) You can also drop by Creation Station during our summer hours of operation which are:

Tuesdays: 1 – 4 p.m.

And Thursdays: 5 – 8 p.m.

Have a great day!

Linda, SSCL

Note: If you click on the photos you’ll get a larger view!

Dig Lit Summer Reading Raffle Poster Week 4 July 25, 2015 James Taylor CD Bonus Raffle Poster Letter Size