Storytimes near GEORGE F. JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY

Off-Site, Highland Park

Children ages 2-5 & their caregivers can join us every week at the park on Hooper Rd! Registration is not required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Kids entering grades 1-3 can create your their own rainstick instrument and explore the sounds of nature! Kids will build, decorate, and play musical instruments while discovering rhythm, creativity, and the calming sound of rain. Registration is required.

Off-Site

Visit us at the Kids Corner for crafts, games, building, activities & bubbles! We’ll be on Witherill St between Odell Ave and Hill Ave.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Read a dinosaur book and then visit our dinosaur-themed stations! Get creative with dino crafts and hands-on activities. It will be a ROAR-ing good time. Intended for kids ages 6 and under with their caregivers. No registration required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Children entering grades 4-6 can discover the science of glowing reactions and neon creations! Experiment with blacklights, glowing art, secret messages, and other illuminating STEM activities in this hands-on lab. Registration is required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned adventurer, join our talented DMs for a three-session long mini-campaign. Sessions are on Mondays 7/13, 7/20, and 7/27 and run from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. For teens entering grades 7-12. Registration is required and attendance at all three sessions is highly encouraged.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Join us on Monday, July 13, at 6:00 PM for a fun and relaxing evening of creativity at the library’s Summer Mocktail & Paint Class. Enjoy step-by-step guidance as you create a seasonal painting perfect for summer décor, all while sipping refreshing, alcohol-free mocktails. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to try something new, this program is designed for all skill levels in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Come unwind, get creative, and enjoy a social evening of art, conversation, and summer-inspired refreshments with fellow community members. Registration required!

Off-Site, George W. Johnson Park

Children ages 2-5 & their caregivers can join us every week at the park on Oak Hill Ave! Registration is not required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

George F. Johnson Memorial Library is partnering with Serenity Fitness to bring you a fitness program open to all levels, and perfect for Seniors! This is a gentle movement class focusing on balance, joint mobility, posture, fall prevention, and light strengthening with bodyweight. Registration is required, and any necessary equipment will be provided.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County is presenting an engaging and educational program for adults who are fascinated by dinosaurs. Who says adults can't have fun learning about these incredible creatures? Dive into the captivating world of dinosaur evolution and discover both the well-known giants and the lesser-known species that once roamed our planet. Explore the remarkable journey from ancient dinosaurs to the birds we see today, and uncover the fascinating adaptations that set these creatures apart. Through the latest scientific discoveries, we will discuss how dinosaurs adapted to their environments and what these adaptations reveal about life on Earth more than 60 million years ago. Whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or just curious, this program promises new insights and plenty of prehistoric excitement.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Children & caregivers can join us at the library every week for our story times for ages birth to 2! Registration is recommended.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Drink boba tea while Emily Kniffen from Artistry by Emily leads you in completing a painting! Registration is required.

Library Lawn, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Join Checkers the Inventor and his robot sidekick Snoozer for a high-energy summer library show inspired by dinosaurs, discovery, and imagination. This interactive family program features comedy, magic, juggling, inventions, audience participation, and plenty of prehistoric surprises while encouraging kids to stay curious and keep reading all summer long. No registration is required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

The GFJ Library’s Board of Trustees meets Library Board Meetings the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. There is no meeting in August.

Off-Site, Highland Park

Children ages 2-5 & their caregivers can join us every week at the park on Hooper Rd! Registration is not required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Kids entering grades 1-3 can join Broome County CCE's solid waste and compost educator for a read along of "Compost Stew" by Mary McKenna Siddals, a book all about the ingredients for compost in an A-Z, rhyming story. After reading, we'll put your compost knowledge to the test with a compost sorting game! Registration is required.

Casey 1, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Battle your friends to be crowned champion in our Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament! Brackets will be created, and participants will compete in at least two races. Snacks, additional Switch games, board games, and other activities will also be available during the competition. Prizes will be awarded to participants who rank in the top three of the tournament! Registration is required.

Youth Services Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Come meet a few lovable therapy dogs in the Children’s Room and read a story aloud to your new furry friends. No registration is required.

Book Sale Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Kids will enjoy a short bubble-themed story time before heading outside for fun bubble play and activities. Perfect for little ones who love stories, sunshine, and lots of bubbles! Intended for children ages 6 and under with their caregivers. No registration required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Children entering grades 4-6 can design their own one-of-a-kind stamp! We’ll learn how to safely use carving tools to engrave rubber blocks, then test our creations with real India ink. Make cool patterns, symbols, characters, or logos and leave your mark on paper! Registration is required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned adventurer, join our talented DMs for a three-session long mini-campaign. Sessions are on Mondays 7/13, 7/20, and 7/27 and run from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. For teens entering grades 7-12. Registration is required and attendance at all three sessions is highly encouraged.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Learn how easy it is to grow, harvest, use and preserve our most common culinary herbs. Presented by MGV Elaine Gregory. Pre-registration is required.

Off-Site, George W. Johnson Park

Children ages 2-5 & their caregivers can join us every week at the park on Oak Hill Ave! Registration is not required.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

We’ll meet and discuss two young adult books - They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera and Internment by Samira Ahmed - while eating delicious snacks! Copies of the book can be provided ahead of time at the Youth Services Information desk if needed. Meetings are on July 21st and August 2nd at 2 pm. Registration is required.

Tech Center, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Join us every 3rd Tuesday to learn a new beginner crochet pattern! This month we will be making a mesh market bag. Please bring a weight 4 yarn (cotton is recommended but not required), a 4 mm hook, and a 3.5 mm hook. This class is recommended to beginners with some previous experience.

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Join us for an engaging exploration of the fascinating world of moth caterpillars that choose a unique path in their life cycle. Unlike many insects that spin cocoons above ground, these remarkable caterpillars construct subterranean chambers deep within the soil to undergo their transformation into moths. Known as “Earth Pupators,” this group includes some of our most familiar moths, such as the enchanting Hummingbird Clearwing Moth. Discover how these underground architects play a vital role in the ecosystem, serving as crucial pollinators for a wide variety of plants. Through this program, presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County, you’ll learn about the habits, habitats, and ecological importance of these often-overlooked creatures. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, gardeners, and anyone curious about the hidden wonders beneath our feet! Register here: Cornell Cooperative Extension | ​Earth Pupators: The Underground Architects of the Moth World

Scott Room, George F. Johnson Memorial Library

Children & caregivers can join us at the library every week for our story times for ages birth to 2! Registration is recommended.