Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library

STORYTIME: Little Bookworms
2026-07-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Bring your Little Bookworm to the Library every Wednesday morning from 10am-11am for a creative, educational & hands-on Storytime.
Little Bookworms is for ages 0-4 and their caregivers. BethAn Parulski-Seager develops & implements each Storytime. BethAn’s 20 years of educational experience offers a wide range of learning events for your Little Bookworm.
There are monthly themes to aid in exploration aimed at a year-long experience that will build on your Little Bookworm’s ability to smoothly transition to pre-school, kindergarten or continue on your path of home-schooling.
Activities are designed to help with sensory, motor and literary development. Socialization with the other Bookworms is also vital and fun! Please RSVP so that we can anticipate activity supplies.
Downstairs at the library. You may use the lower exterior entrance at the Lake side of the building for easy access with little ones.

CLASS: Indoor Walking w/Leslie Sansone
2026-07-02 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-07-07 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-07-09 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-07-14 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-07-16 08:30 - 09:30 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
We walk to various Leslie Sansone DVDs downstairs at the library on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 am.
You are welcome to attend once a week, twice a week, or drop in now and then.
No, we aren’t walking in a circle! Walk in place, bend & stretch, dance & more. Come by and see what it’s like.
Please wear comfortable clothes, bring clean shoes to walk in and a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
Use the lower entrance at the Lake side of the building. The doors will be open at least 10 minutes before starting time.

OPEN PLAY: Mah Jong
2026-07-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Our Summertime Mah Jong players meet every Thursday morning at the library; join in! Expert players, beginners and those curious to try are welcome & encouraged to come Thursdays at 10am to meet fellow gamers. Bring your board or just bring your self; open to all. (NOTE: the library doesn’t officially open until Noon so enter through the William Street upstairs doors; knock if need be)

CLASSES: Refit/Rev & Flow Fitness
2026-07-02 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-07-09 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-07-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Join Lynn Hayes for some REFIT cardio and/or REV&FLOW strength training.
Lynn will hold two sessions from 5-6:30pm: the first session, from 5-5:30pm is called REFIT: cardio movement to music. The second session is 5:30-6:30pm and is called REV+FLOW: strength, balance, toning & flexibility development.
What to bring:
For REFIT: sneakers
For REV+FLOW: sneakers, yoga mat & 1-2 lb hand weights
If you’re able, a $5-10 donation is appreciated for the sessions

CLOSED: 4th of July
2026-07-04 | NY

STORY/CRAFT: Salt Dough Fossils
2026-07-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Monday story/craft time with Lisa Bailey. Today’s theme is Fossils. Please RSVP below or by calling 607-569-2045 so we can plan materials.

CLASSES: Gentle Yoga & Meditation
2026-07-06 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Join Lauren Shaw, of Yoga at Grace Farm, in a Gentle Yoga class Mondays from 4-5pm, downstairs at the Library.
Following Gentle Yoga at 5:15pm, join Lauren Shaw for a weekly meditation group, upstairs in the Robinson Room.
You will be sitting comfortably in a chair while you meditate. Each session lasts 45 minutes.
Of course, you can attend one or the other of these classes; attendance at both is not required.
While the Yoga & Meditation classes are free, donations are always welcome to facilitate continuance of the classes.

CLASS: Greeting Card Making
2026-07-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Join Lisa Bailey to learn how to make your own greeting cards for any occasion. Lisa will provide materials & guidance; you create! Intended for all ages. Drop in!

MAGIC SHOW: Fun That Pops
2026-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Join a professional magician for a high-energy show of magic & fun; children don’t just watch, they participate. Dinosaurs will rule the theme of this balloon art show. All ages. Please RSVP below or call the library at 607-569-2045.

SALE: Saturday Book Sale
2026-07-11 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Our ‘Book Ends’ Book Sale Rooms are Open 10-2 every Saturday, downstairs at the library.
New materials are added weekly; always fresh materials to sift through.
Books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, puzzles & more.
Children’s/Young Readers room: board books to young adult.
Use the lower exterior entrance at the Lake side of the building.
All sales & proceeds benefit the Library programs; we appreciate your support.

LIVE MUSIC: Holler-Jenney Duo
2026-07-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Library, Live: live music on the lawn; activities for the kiddos; bake sale & drinks too. Each week has a different musical act. All ages. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Rain moves us inside, downstairs. From 11am to 12:30ish.

STORY/CRAFT: Amber Bugs
2026-07-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Monday story/craft time with Sally Jacoby Murphy. Today’s theme is Amber Bugs. Please RSVP below or by calling 607-569-2045 so we can plan materials. For Middle Grades.

TEEN BOOK CLUB: Jurassic Park
2026-07-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Register for the Book Club July 1st and pick up your Club Box. Meet Tuesday July 14 & 28th to talk about the book & discover what’s in the box! Please RSVP below or by calling the library at 607-569-2045 so we can prepare materials. Class is with Sally Jacoby Murphy & intended for teens.

PERFORMANCE: Brass Quintent
2026-07-16 13:30 - 14:30 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Join us on Thurs July 16th at 1:30pm for a performance by the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes Brass Quintet. They’ll be playing music inspired by the book Bats in the Band by Brian Lies. You can RSVP below or call the library at 607-569-2045.

LIVE ANIMALS: Tanglewood Nature Center
2026-07-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Join Tanglewood Nature Center on Friday, July 17th at 10:30am to meet & greet the five most popular AMAZING ANIMALS from Tanglewood. Ages 12-adult. Please RSVP below or call the library at 607-569-2045.

LIVE MUSIC: Oliver Burdo & AUA Fundraiser
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Library, Live: live music on the lawn; activities for the kiddos; bake sale & drinks too. Each week has a different musical act. All ages. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating. Rain moves us inside, downstairs.
This week is also a fundraiser for a local non-profit, Aid for Urbana Animals, who focus on assisting animals in need in the Urbana area. Please donate if you can!

STORY/CRAFT: Pasta Dinosaurs
2026-07-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Fred & Harriett Taylor Memorial Library, 21 William St, Hammondsport, NY, 14840, United States
Monday story/craft time with Lisa Bailey. Today’s theme is Dinosaurs. Please RSVP below or by calling 607-569-2045 so we can plan materials. For Middle Grades.
