Southeast Steuben County Library

Coffee, Tea & English: Conversation
2025-05-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-04-29 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
This is a group for English language learners, an informal, relaxed time to practice speaking English in small groups with a native speaker.
Coffee, Tea and English: Conversation is held in person at the Library. Contact Maryalice at littlem@stls.org for more information or to be added to the email list.

Storytime with Miss Sue
2025-05-06 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-29 10:00 - 10:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Join us as for stories, songs, rhymes and fun. Suggested for ages birth to age 3. After storytime go upstairs to the PRC for playtime and a themed craft project.

Coffee, Tea & English: Vocabulary
2025-05-06 09:15 - 10:15, 2025-04-29 09:15 - 10:15 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
This is a class for English language learners, an informal, relaxed time to learn new English words and expressions, share cultures and make new friendships.
Coffee, Tea and English: Vocabulary is held in person at the Library.
Contact Maryalice at littlem@stls.org for more information or to be added to the email list.

Spring 2025 Friends of the Library Book Sale
2025-05-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-05 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-04 12:00 - 17:00 | East Corning Fire Hall, 11873 East Corning Road, Corning, New York, 14830
The Friends of the Library Spring 2025 Book Sale takes place from May 3 – 10, 2025, at the East Corning Fire Hall, 11873 East Corning Road, Corning, New York, 14830.
Find your favorite books, music, movies, puzzles, games and more among the 30,000+ items being offered. Proceeds benefit the Southeast Steuben County Library.
The sale starts Saturday, May 3 with a Members Only day from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM. If you aren’t already a member of the Friends of the Library, you can join at the door: $5 for an individual and $10 for families.
The full sale schedule is as follows:

Saturday, May 3– 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM, Members only. This is the best day to look for those rare finds!
Sunday, May 4 – Noon-5:00 PM, Open to the public.
Monday, May 5 – Thursday, May 8 – 9:00 AM -7:00 PM, Open to the public.
Friday, May 9 – 9:00 AM -5:00 PM, Open to the public.
Saturday, May 10 – 9:00 AM -3:00 PM, Open to the public. This is box and bag day: $5 and up for a box or bag (depending on the size).

Cash or check only. No credit cards accepted. The Friends of the Library are required to collect NY State sales tax; if you have a tax-exempt form please bring it, as we must charge tax without it.

Moms and Muffins
2025-05-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Muffins, drinks and chatting for Moms, play date for the littles.
It sounds nice, doesn’t it?
No need to sign up, just show up.

Saturday Morning Movie: The Garfield Movie
2025-05-03 11:00 - 12:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Come spend the morning watching a movie on the big screen with surround sound.
No need to sign up, just show up
The Garfield Movie | 2011 | Rated PG | 1h 41m
The Plot: After Garfield’s unexpected reunion with his long-lost father, ragged alley cat Vic, he and his canine friend Odie are forced from their perfectly pampered lives to join Vic on a risky heist.

Free Comic Book Day
2025-05-03 09:30 - 14:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
May 3 is National Free Comic Book Day! There will be free comic books for kids, tweens and teens while supplies last.
This event is made possible by a generous anonymous donor.

Spring 2025 Friends of the Library Book Sale – Members only day
2025-05-03 09:00 - 16:00 | East Corning Fire Hall, 11873 East Corning Road, Corning, New York, 14830

Friday Movie (for Kids!)
2025-05-02 15:15 - 17:00, 2025-04-25 15:15 - 17:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Every Friday afternoon through June 6, Miss Sue will show a new movie for kids. All the films will start at 3:15 PM and will be rated G or PG.
What movie will Miss Sue show? You have to be there if you want to know!
No need to sign up, just show up.

Adult Book Club: “Colored Television” by Danzy Senna
2025-05-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
This month’s book will be Colored Television by Danzy Senna (287pages).
About the book: Jane has high hopes that her life is about to turn around. After a long, precarious stretch bouncing among sketchy rentals and sublets, she and her family are living in luxury for a year, house-sitting in the hills above Los Angeles. The gig magically coincides with Jane’s sabbatical, giving her the time and space she needs to finish her second novel; finally, some semblance of stability and success seems to be within her grasp.
But like countless writers before her Jane turns her gaze to Hollywood. When she finagles a meeting with Hampton Ford, a hot producer with a major development deal at a streaming network, he seems excited to work with a “real writer,” and together they begin to develop “the Jackie Robinson of biracial comedies.” Things finally seem to be going right for Jane—until they go terribly wrong.
About the Author: Danzy Senna is the bestselling author of six previous books, including Caucasia, New People, and most recently Colored Television. Her writing has appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, Vogue, and The New York Times. The recipient of numerous awards and honors, she teaches writing at the University of Southern California.
The Adult Book Club meets in-person at the Library on the second Friday of each month (this month is an exception). If you have questions about the Book Club, please email Linda Reimer: reimerl@stls.org
Check our calendar for future dates and book selections.

Monthly Book Review by Michelle Wells
2025-05-02
On the first Friday of each month, Adult Services Librarian and published Author Michelle Wells will post a new review of a book she has read. See what a writer is reading!
You can find the review on Michelle’s blog: https://storymusing.blogspot.com

Teen Robotics Club
2025-05-01 17:30 - 18:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Hands-on experimentation with robots not only encourages creativity, but also helps develop essential skills in programming and mechanical engineering. Participants will get a chance to learn by doing, tackling challenges like object manipulation and navigation, which are fundamental aspects of robotics.
A big shoutout to FRC 3799 Electric Fire and FTC 36854 Nuclear Detonation teams for their generous donation of the VEX Claw Bots! These resources will undoubtedly enhance the learning experience and provide participants with the tools they need to thrive in the world of robotics.
Participants who demonstrate cooperation®️ will be given registration preference for the Fall 2025 FIRST Tech Challenge library team!
For creators ages 12-17. Registration required, please sign up using the form below.

Tween Time
2025-05-01 15:30 - 16:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Stop by the Library after school each Thursday for a structured activity; a different activity each week. No need to sign up, just show up.
For young people aged 9 to 12.

Coffee, Tea and English: Book Club
2025-05-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
The Coffee, Tea & English Book Club is intended for international people. The book is chosen by the facilitator with the group’s needs and language skills in mind. Participants read on their own and then meet weekly to discuss the material as prompted by prepared questions. This serves as another opportunity to practice English language skills in a relaxed environment.
This is an online program, on the Zoom platform. To get the Zoom link, please email Maryalice Little at: littlem@stls.org.

Corning Adult Writer’s Group
2025-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Writing can be a lonely pursuit, but it doesn’t have to be. Join a group of fellow writers for conversation, inspiration and feedback. The Corning Adult Writer’s Group has been encouraging and supporting fellow writers for over 12 years.
Writers in all genres welcome. The group offers a hybrid meeting option: in person at the Library for those who are comfortable doing so, and online via the Zoom video platform for those who are not yet ready for in-person. The group meets every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Interested in joining the group? Contact Michelle Wells via email at: wellsm@stls.org.
Be sure to include your name and writing interests, and she will get back to you. (Members must sign up to attend, either to receive the Zoom link, or to sign up for the limited in person seats.)

Mah-Jongg
2025-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
The game Mah-Jongg, originating in China during the Qing dynasty, is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation involving a degree of chance. Join us for an American style Mah-Jongg group. Whether you are an experienced player or would like to learn, join us and check it out!
Mah-Jongg meets every Wednesday from 1 to 3 pm.
For more information please call Michelle at 607-936-3713, x209, or email her at: wellsm@stls.org

Miss Sue’s Preschool Storytime
2025-04-30 10:00 - 10:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
These storytimes will include stories, songs and fun but will also focus on the skills needed for Kindergarten.
Stay after for either themed craft from our friends at the Corning Parks and Rec Department or a themed STEM activity from the Science and Discovery Center.
Suggested for children ages 3-6 years.

Crafty Corner
2025-04-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Drop in every Tuesday for a simple craft to make and take home.
No need to sign up, just stop in.
Suggested for ages 3-10 years.

BLOOM with GATLAS
2025-04-29 15:00 - 16:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
This is a safe and supportive space to talk about gender, sexuality, and what’s going on with you and teens like you. There is usually a craft or project as well!
Open to anyone ages 11-18 / Grades 6-12
Every Tuesday, 3:00-4:30 PM at the Southeast Steuben County Library.
This program is in collaboration with BLOOM.

Scrabble Club
2025-04-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Exercise those brain cells with a game of Scrabble every Tuesday from 1 – 3 PM.
For more information please call Michelle at 607-936-3713, x209, or email her at: wellsm@stls.org

WSKG | PBS: “Pinkalicious & Peterrific”
2025-04-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
Gather your friends and family for an exciting program of learning through play!
Join us for a special screening of the popular PBS Kids Show, Pinkalicious & Peterrific.
Pinkalicious Pinkerton is unique, one of a kind, and pinkatastic (an original word by an original kid)! Together with their friends and neighbors in Pinkville, Pinkalicious and her younger brother Peterrific get into all kinds of artful adventures. Based on Victoria Kann’s best-selling picture book series for kids ages 3 to 6, the show models the power of teamwork and creative thinking to solve problems.
After the screening, join us for hands-on activities that will bring the adventure to life!
Note: As this is a collaboration with WSKG, bad weather in Binghamton could cause us to cancel on the day of the program. Check our website or Facebook on the scheduled day to confirm.

Monthly Matinee Movie: “King Richard”
2025-04-25 14:30 - 17:00 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
On the 4th Friday of each month, there will be a popular recent movie shown in the Library’s Community Room. The movies, all curated by Librarian Linda Reimer, are selected with adult viewers in mind.
No need to sign up, just show up.
This Month’s Matinee Movie is King Richard, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and starring Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Jon Bernthal. Released in 2021, the film is rated PG-13 and runs 2h 24m.
The Plot: A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams became who they are after coaching from their father, Richard.

Gregg Hurwitz : The Thrill of Writing Action, Adventure, and Suspense
2025-04-24 19:00 - 20:00
Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series and his life as a writer of suspenseful storytelling.
Orphan X, the series opener, introduces the world to the Nowhere Man. He is a legendary figure spoken about only in whispers. It’s said that when he’s reached by the truly desperate and deserving, the Nowhere Man can and will do anything to protect and save them. A man with skills, resources, and a personal mission to help those with nowhere else to turn, Evan Smoak is also a man with a dangerous past.
Now ten books in, fans cannot get enough of the Orphan X world and Hurwitz can’t wait to tell us all about it. Register now for a conversation you just cannot miss!
You can register for this free, live, online talk here.
This is one of a series of free, live-streamed author talks made possible through the Library’s partnership with Library Speakers Consortium (LSC). You can learn more about upcoming presentations on our LSC microsite, as well as watch recordings of presentations that you were unable to attend live.
About the Author: Gregg Hurwitz is the author of 24 thrillers including the Orphan X series. His novels have won numerous literary awards and have been published in 33 languages. Gregg currently serves as the Co-President of International Thriller Writers (ITW). Additionally, Gregg has written screenplays and television scripts for many of the major studios and networks, comics for AWA, DC, and Marvel. He’s penned op-eds for The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Bulwark, Salon, and others. He also helped write the opening ceremony of the 2022 World Cup.

Movie Club: 12 Angry Men
2025-04-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Southeast Steuben County Library, 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, 14830
We’ve all heard of book clubs, but what about a Movie Club? Corning’s new Movie Club is a way for folks who love movies to connect and discuss a selected movie each month. Local artist and cinephile, Amelia FH Cueva, will select movies that are easily accessible for streaming for free and will lead a group conversation on last Thursdays of the month from 5:30-6:30pm. Light refreshments provided. No sign up required, just show up.

April 24th: Twelve Angry Men (1957), directed by Sidney Lumet, starring Henry Fonda, Lee J.Cobb, E.G. Marshall, Jack Warden and others.
Watch the original 1957 trailer.
Nine copies of the film on DVD are available to be checked out in the library system, and it can be streamed for free (with ads) on YouTube, Tubi, and Pluto TV.
Below are interesting posters from foreign releases of the film

Coming up:
May 29th: Some Like It Hot (1959), directed by Billy Wilder, starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis & Jack Lemmon
June 26th: Charade (1963), directed by Stanley Donen, starring Audrey Hepburn & Cary Grant

Important: Please watch the movie ahead of time. Movie Club is a discussion group only.
