Friends of the Library

Friends of the Library

The Friends of Tompkins County Public Library, founded in 1946, is a not-for-profit membership organization for people interested in books and libraries. Our purpose is to stimulate public interest in the library, purchase library materials, and support other cultural and educational programs in Tompkins County.  We are able to accomplish many of our goals by the distribution of funds raised during our twice-yearly book sales.

Panoramic image of the inside of the Friends of TCPL Book Sale building

 

Upcoming Events

Science Workshop/Demonstration with BOCES

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Families, Kids, Teens
Program Type: STEAM
About this event::

Join the four New Visions teachers from TST BOCES for an exciting afternoon of exploration! You’ll be able to choose hands-on activities related to life science, medical science, exercise science, and engineering.

Learn to Sew One-on-One

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, One-on-One Appointments
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
About this event::

Learn the basics of using a modern sewing machine!

Join volunteer Therese for a one hour instructional introduction to sewing. You will learn the parts, threading, and basic use of the machine.

 

Family Board Game Club

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Thaler/Howell Programming Room
Age Group: Adults, Families, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Other
About this event::

Join us for Family Board Game Club! Adults and kids ages 8 and up are welcome to come play board games with us in the Thaler/Howell Programming Room every other Wednesday from 4 to 6pm beginning June 5.

LGBTQIA+ Youth Group

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Tompkins County Public Library
Room: Digital Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
About this event::

We're here for you. Lesbian, gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning, not sure, trying to figure things out? Want to hang in a safe and supportive space or need someone to talk about sexuality, sexual orientation, or gender?