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September 10
Fall Story Hour begins, 10:00 a.m., at the Dutton Peterson Library in Odessa. All children and their caregivers are welcome to join us as we begin another fun year of stories, songs, simple crafts, and light refreshments. Story hour sessions will be held each Tuesday morning throughout the school year (monthly calendars with more info will be available for participants).

September 15
Schuyler County Historical Society annual fundraiser breakfast at the Montour Moose Lodge, Route 14 South, Montour Falls, 8-11 a.m. Members of the Watkins-Montour Lions Club are volunteering as servers. Pancakes with real maple syrup, eggs, sausage, bacon, home fries, coffee, tea and juice. Prices are adults $8, children ages 3 to 8, $3, and chldren under 3 free. Tickets available in advance at the Brick Tavern Museum or at the door. For more information, call the Historical Society at (607) 535-9741.

September 19
Genealogy Interest Group meets at the Schuyler County Historical Society’s Brick Tavern Museum. Share the stories! 108 N. Catharine St./Route 14, Montour Falls, at 6:30 p.m. Free, all are welcome. 535-9741.

September 21
Walking History Tour of Watkins Glen. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Seneca Harbor Park Pier. Tour to be led by Schuyler County Historical Society Board President Paul Bartow. Free.

September 21
Last day this season for Saturday hours at the Schuyler County Historical Society’s Brick Tavern Museum and Wickham Rural Life Center, 108 N. Catharine St./Route 14, Montour Falls. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.

September 22
Walking History Tour of Watkins Glen. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Seneca Harbor Park Pier. Tour to be led by Schuyler County Historical Society Board member Jean Hubsch. Free.

September 28
History Walk with Gary Emerson. Stroll down Main Street of Montour Falls and the Catharine Valley Trail and learn about the Chemung Canal, historic buildings, the history of Havana and more. Meet at the Montour Falls Library at 9 a.m.

September 29
Watkins Glen Village Historian Jim Scaptura speaks about the Italian migration into Schuyler County. 1 p.m., Watkins Glen Elementary School auditorium. Sponsored by the Schuyler County Historical Society. Free.

September 29
Finger Lakes Finns-sponsored free dance featuring the band Toivo, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Newfield Fire Hall, 77 Main St., Newfield. Finnish and American music for listening and dancing. Coffee and light desserts. Local Finnish historical and memorabilia displays. Event made possible in part by grant from Tompkins County Tourism Program. Free admission, all welcome. For more info, 607-387-4854.

September 29
Schuyler County’s Italian Founders talk by Watkins Glen Village Historian Jim Scaptura at the Watkins Glen Elementary School auditorium. 1 p.m. Presented by the Schuyler County Historical Society. The Brick Tavern Museum in Montour Falls will be open from 10 a.m. to noon and after the talk until 6 p.m. Free, all are welcome. 535-9741.

Repeating events

Every Friday and Saturday until Sept. 30.

The "Check It Out" Thrift Shop is open from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Located at 6069 Turnpike Road, just off Route 79 in Mecklenburg, NY.

1st Sunday of each month

Drop-In, Spin-In, Weave-In, 1-4pm, FiberArts in the Glen, 315 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, 607-535-9710. Bring your spindles, wheels, looms and spend the afternoon doing what we love. No charge.

1st Monday of each month

Learn to Knit Class. FiberArts in the Glen, 315 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, 607-535-9710, 5:30-7:30pm. New 4 week course starts each month, $45 includes needles and starter yarn.

Tuesday Tips and Tricks @ the Library: Tuesday evenings, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Dutton Peterson Library, in Odessa. Sign up one week in advance to learn computer basics, effective web browsing & email, Microsoft Office (Word & Excel), device troubleshooting or other. Call the library at 607-594-2791 for more information or to sign up for a Tuesday evening.

Student Volunteer Program at the Montour Falls Library

Do you love libraries and books? Do you want to learn new skills? Would you like to volunteer at your local public library? This job requires a responsible and respectful attitude and a willingness to learn. Volunteer hours are available Tuesday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00. Contact Karin Thomas at the Montour Falls Library for more information. 535-7489.

Digital Resources at the Montour Falls Library

Borrow eBooks, digital magazines, and music with your library card. www.montourfallslibrary.org/services/digital

New York Times Online at the Montour Falls Library

Read any number of articles on your device or ours while at the Montour Falls Library. We have three computers available to the public. You will have free, unlimited access while at the library.

Seed Library at the Montour Falls Library

Take free packets of seeds and start a garden at home. Grow your own food; you don’t need acres. Anyone can come and take seeds. Limit of 15 packets per family.

Sundays:

From 8:00 to 12:00 at Montour Falls Library, every Sunday, local musician Gary Kline will be offering free music lessons in a variety of string instruments and tin whistle. You're welcome to bring in your own instruments, as well. Gary has 40 years of experience in folk music. Lessons are free and open to all ages and skill levels.

Mondays:

The Montour Falls Library is closed on Mondays.

Open Knitting and Crochet, 6-8pm. FiberArts in the Glen, 315 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, 607-535-9710. All are welcome. Bring your knitting, crochet, what-have-you and enjoy good company in a relaxed atmosphere.

Tuesdays:

8:00 is Yoga for Health at the Montour Falls Library. Anyone can practice and benefit from Yoga. One hour of instruction in yoga poses, breathing, and meditation. Care will be taken to provide safe practice for those who may have physical limitations. Please bring a mat and a small blanket to class. A donation to Selah Yoga and Music is needed to attend these classes. sue@selahyogaandmusic.com. (607) 703-0010. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:00 a.m. at the Montour Falls Library.

Wednesdays:

From 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., Montour Falls Library will have a table full of art supplies and instruction books for you to use. Draw, paint, fold, sketch, and imagine. Practice your skills and explore new techniques. Join us every Wednesday for a drop-in time of art and creativity. Free and open to all.

Accessories Club, 1-4pm. FiberArts in the Glen, 315 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, 607-535-9710. $10/month. Time to work on project of your choice with help and encouragement. 2nd Wednesday Technique Class taught by Master Knitter, Nancy Vandivert.

Pre-K Story Time at the Watkins Glen Public Library with Mrs. LaFever. Children and caregivers meet weekly for an hour of stories and songs, 10 a.m.

Thursdays:

8:00 is Yoga for Health at the Montour Falls Library. Anyone can practice and benefit from Yoga. One hour of instruction in yoga poses, breathing, and meditation. Care will be taken to provide safe practice for those who may have physical limitations. Please bring a mat and a small blanket to class. A donation to Selah Yoga and Music is needed to attend these classes. sue@selahyogaandmusic.com. (607) 703-0010. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:00 a.m. at the Montour Falls Library.

10:00 is Infant Lap Time at the Montour Falls Library. We sing, dance, and read with newborns and siblings and share information and resources for parents. All ages welcome.

4:00-7:00 p.m. is the Montour Falls Farmers Market at 300 West Main Street, May through October. It is an agriculture-based market, with local farmers offering healthy, fresh and affordable food. All eligible vendors accept SNAP/EBT, and the market gives out $2 Fresh Connect Checks. Entertainment including live music and story time for the children will be scheduled. Food trucks will provide hot meals and treats. https://montourfallsfarmersmarket.com/

Open Knitting and Crochet, 6-8pm. FiberArts in the Glen, 315 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, 607-535-9710. All are welcome. Bring your knitting, crochet, what-have-you and enjoy good company in a relaxed atmosphere.

NY State of Health Navigator available from 1-4 p.m. (and Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.) at Watkins Glen Public Library for those needing help enrolling for health insurance. Please call Adrienne at (607) 962-8225 ext. 600 to schedule an appointment.

Fridays:

10:00 a.m. is Preschool Story Time at the Montour Falls Library. We will bring our stories to life with puppets, go ABC fishing, create art, and more! This program is open to all.

Open Knitting and Crochet, 1-3pm. FiberArts in the Glen, 315 N Franklin St., Watkins Glen, 607-535-9710. All are welcome. Bring your knitting, crochet, what-have-you and enjoy good company in a relaxed atmosphere.

Saturdays:

10:00 is a rotating series of crafts and activities at the Montour Falls Library. Upcycle Society, Photo Fun, Library Garden and Outdoor Adventure. Reinvent books, bags, clothing, and other materials to make unique creations from discarded household items; take photos in a creative exploration; start seeds and help the garden grow; and enjoy free-range creativity outside. There will also be a discussion of the books that you're reading. Appropriate for ages 8 and up. Upcycle: To process used goods or scrap material in order to produce something that is often better than the original.