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March 21
Sci-Fi Book Club, Montour Library, 6 p.m., meeting to discuss The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu.

March 21
Veraisons Celebrity Guest Chef Pasta Night at Glenora Winery, 5-8 p.m. Create your own pasta dish. $19.95 pp. A portion of the proceeds benefits The Humane Society of Schuyler County.

March 21
Harvesting Schuyler’s Heritage, Conversations About Agriculture Across Time -- Cheesemaking. Heather O'Grady Evans and Carmella Hoffman will speak about cheesemaking -- then and now. Starts at 5:30 p.m. with a macaroni and cheese dinner, $6 to benefit Greyson Schock. The talks start at 6 p.m., followed by a free cheese tasting and wine sampling. Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County and the Schuyler County Historical Society. For more information: Cooperative Extension at 535-7161 or Historical Society at 535-9741.

March 23
2nd Annual Craft Fair and Vendor Event, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Watkins Glen Presbyterian Church basement. Admission is free. A bake sale will also be held, sponsored by the Presbyterian Women.

March 29-31
“Once Upon a Mattress” -- Friday, March 29 and Saturday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March 31 at 2:30 p.m., Watkins Glen High School Auditorium, 301 12th St., Watkins Glen. Tickets $10 per adult, $8 per student or senior citizen, $5 per child age 5-10. Presented by The Watkins Glen High School Class of 2019. Call (607) 535-8950 for information.

March 30
Make your own beaded bracelet class 2-4:30 p.m. at Humane Society of Schuyler County. Ages 13-Adult. $30 pp. Send an email to info@schuylerhumane.org to register. All proceeds benefit the care of shelter animals.

March 31
Tricia L. Noel of the Yates County History Center speaks about progressive political movements that developed from religious revivals and reforms in the early 1800s in the region, known as the Second Great Awakening in the Burned-Over District. 1 p.m. at the Brick Tavern Museum, 108 N. Catharine St./Route 14, Montour Falls. Free. For more information: Schuyler County Historical Society at 535-9741.

April 6
Rabies Clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets, 10 a.m.-12. Humane Society of Schuyler County. Pets 3 months or older. Dogs on leashes. Cats in carriers. Bring proof of any prior vaccination. Free. However, donations are appreciated.

May 1
Annual meeting, Schuyler County Council of Churches, 6:30 p.m. at the Burdett Presbyterian Church, 3995 Church St., Burdett, NY. The meeting will include a report on Crop Walk, a treasurer's report, election of officers. A dessert buffet and drinks will be provided. There is no charge to attend. Please RSVP by April 25. Call 742-1654 or email cathyhorein@gmail.com

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.