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Marvelous Monday: Book to Movie Matinee
[Southworth Events - Families]
August 3, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Pick up a FREE copy of the book Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne starting July 6th to read as a family (while supplies last). We'll watch the 2008 movie version (rated PG) at the library with some yummy snacks.
This program is generously funded by the Community Foundation of Tompkins County through the Rosen Fund.
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Terrific Teen Tuesday: Claybird Pottery Studio
[Southworth Events - Teens]
August 4, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Come enjoy some good books and explore the Village of Dryden! We'll meet at Southworth Library, and go to a local business for an activity or craft and treats. There will be free books too! Youth 12 years old and up can register for this program.
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Wednesday Wildlife: Sheep with the Carpenter Family Farm
[Southworth Events - Families]
August 5, 2026 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Montgomery Park, Dryden, NY 13053, USA
Join Ms. Laura and friends for stories, crafts, a free book (generously funded by the Dryden Youth Opportunity Fund) and an animal encounter. The giveaway book this week is Sheep out to Eat and Sheep in a Jeep by Nancy Shaw.
Free fruits and veggies will be provided through the Kids Farmers Market.
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Kindergarten Readiness: Growing Independence
[Southworth Events - Children]
August 5, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Let's get ready for Kindergarten with WSKG/PBS
Week 5: Growing Independence Children will practice important self-help and independence skills through playful routines and everyday tasks. Activities will include cleaning up, organizing belongings, making choices, and building confidence in “I can do it myself!” moments.
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National Park Mystery Book Club: Yosemite
[Southworth Events - Children]
August 6, 2026 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
The National Parks Mystery series follows Jake Evans and his two friends on a scavenger hunt through some of America’s most rugged, wild, and beautiful national parks.
Recommended for ages 8-12. Please register here
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Preschool Storytime: Worms
[Southworth Events - Children]
August 7, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Ms. Corbett and friends for stories, crafts, songs and a FREE book* at Montgomery Park this summer. The giveaway book this week is Disgusting Critters by Elise Gravel.
Free lunches will be generously provided by Dryden Central School District.
*While supplies last, thanks to the Rosen Library Fund of the Community Foundation of Tompkins County.
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Miss Angie's Music and Movement
[Southworth Events - Families]
August 8, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Bring the kids to get their toes tapping and their bodies moving with stories and songs with Miss Angie! No registration necessary; fun for the whole family!
Made possible in full with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Partnership.
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Marvelous Monday: Sound Bath
[Southworth Events - Families]
August 10, 2026 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Listen to crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, chimes, and drums that invite your mind and body to relax and unwind. Folks are welcome to sit comfortably or lie down. Please bring your own yoga mat, pillows, or anything else you might need to get cozy for the hour. Open to all ages and led by Bonny Georgia Renner.
Registration for this program is full. Please contact the library if you would like to be put on the waitlist.
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Jennie's Book Club: Readers choice
[Southworth Events - Adults]
August 11, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Dryden Lake Park, W Lake Rd, Dryden, NY 13053, USA
This month you're invited to bring one of your favorite books to share with the group. A list of titles of books this group has read before can be found on our website.
We'll meet at Dryden Lake Park and light refreshments will be served.
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Terrific Teen Tuesday: Sew Green at the Library
[Southworth Events - Teens]
August 11, 2026 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Come enjoy some good books and explore the Village of Dryden! We'll meet at Southworth Library, and go to a local business for an activity or craft and treats. There will be free books too! Youth 12 years old and up can register for this program.
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Wednesday Wildlife: Pheasants with Reynolds Game Farm
[Southworth Events - Families]
August 12, 2026 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Montgomery Park, Dryden, NY 13053, USA
Join Ms. Laura and friends for stories, crafts, a free book (generously funded by the Dryden Youth Opportunity Fund) and an animal encounter. The giveaway book this week is Fred Finds His First Pheasant by Kathy Hegberg.
Free fruits and veggies will be provided through the Kids Farmers Market.
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Kindergarten Readiness: Listening & Following Directions
[Southworth Events - Children]
August 12, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Let's get ready for Kindergarten with WSKG/PBS
Week 6: Listening & Following Directions Through movement games, listening activities, Simon Says, and classroom-style routines, children will strengthen their ability to follow directions and complete multi-step tasks. These playful experiences help build focus, confidence, and readiness for group learning environments.
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Books and Brew: Vacation
[Southworth Events - Adults]
August 13, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Is your favorite getaway the forest? The beach? Traveling to exotic places? This month we're picking our own books about vacations, then come to Hopshire Farm & Brewery to chat about your recent read. We'll have a display at the library. Bring a snack to share if you would like.
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Preschool Storytime: Treasure
[Southworth Events - Children]
August 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Join Ms. Corbett and friends for stories, crafts, songs and a FREE book* at Montgomery Park this summer. The giveaway book this week is What's in your pocket? by Heather L Montgomery.
Free lunches will be generously provided by Dryden Central School District.
*While supplies last, thanks to the Rosen Library Fund of the Community Foundation of Tompkins County.
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Geology Rocks with the Paleontological Research Institution (PRI)
[Southworth Events - Families]
August 15, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A family friendly fun program about fossils and rocks with the Paleontological Research Institution (PRI). A FREE copy of The Street Beneath My Feet by Charlotte Guillian, which has an amazing 8 foot fold out of underground scenes will be given while supplies last.
This program is generously funded by the Dryden Youth Opportunity Fund.
Did you know that Southworth Library also has Family Passes to PRI, the Sciencenter and the MOST? You can check them out at the circulation desk.
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