The Library in the winter taken by Rebecca Nieminen.
Winter Reading Program
Winter Reading Program: January 2 - February 28
Children, Teens, and Adults

Are you “Yeti” to Read? The Library is gearing up to launch its winter reading challenge. Similar to the Summer Reading Program, the program features reading challenges and fun programming for all ages.

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Mask Update

Unvaxxed? Must Mask. Picture of a blue mask on black background

Beginning May 18, 2021, fully vaccinated individuals may enter and use the Library without a mask or facial covering. All those who are NOT fully vaccinated must continue to wear a mask while entering and using the Library and must maintain social distancing. 

This policy was instituted In accordance with the Governor's Order released on May 17, 2021 that states:

Summer Discovery

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KFPL invites you to get wild by participating in Tales, Tails & Trails: Summer Discovery that runs June 21 - July 30. All programs and activities this summer will be themed around animals! You can earn scratch-off tickets to win cool prizes!

Pop-Up Programs

Pop-Up Programs

Kinsman Free Public Library staff will be popping up, out, and all about town one day each week this summer from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with fun, interactive programs! Stop by and see us to join in the fun! No registration is required, just "pop-in!" Click on each event to learn more about each program.

Here's where we're popping up:

Supplies for Fines

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Help us to collect new school supplies to donate to local students in our community. Bring in a bag/box of new, unused school supplies to receive up to $25 in fees/fines waived from your account!

Collection Period: July 14th - August 20th

Please bring supplies into the Library during normal business hours. 

 

Remind Notifications

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Make sure you never miss out on what is happening at Kinsman Free Public Library!

Sign up for Remind text notifications to receive the latest updates on Library programs, services, and weather related closings. Choose from one or more of the following groups to receive updates: 

Summer Concert Series

Summer Concert Series

Outdoor concerts are back in the Reading Garden! Bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes and enjoy live music this Summer.

All concerts will be held in the Reading Garden weather permitting.  Please check our website for updates.

Cortland Community band members

Cortland Community Band

Sunday, June 5th. at 2:00 pm. 

Interactive Movie Bags

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Interactive Movie Bags:

Each month we offer a new interactive movie bag available for pickup in the Teen section of the Library.  Watch the selected movie and follow along with the activities provided for a fun and exciting way to re-watch a classic favorite.