Chemung County Library District Books of the Month - March 2022

Chemung County Library District Books of the Month - March 2022

Caroline Poppendeck with the Chemung County Library District joins WENY News at Noon with book recommendations for the month of March!

March 2nd, 7:14 AM EST
CCLD Books of the Month: November 2023

CCLD Books of the Month: November 2023

The Ghost Ship (The Joubert Family Chronicles #3) - Author: Kate Mosse
The Ascent: A House Can Have Many Secrets - Author: Stefan Hertmans
Coleman Hill - Author: Kim Coleman Foote

November 3rd, 7:47 PM EDT
CCLD Books of the Month - October 2023

CCLD Books of the Month - October 2023

What Stalks Among Us
Author: Sarah Hollowell
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me
Author: Jamison Shea
Embrace Your Size: My Own Body Positivity
Author: Hara

October 17th, 6:18 PM EDT
E.J. Brewer Detachment of the Marine Corps League to Host Marine Corps Birthday Ball

E.J. Brewer Detachment of the Marine Corps League to Host Marine Corps Birthday Ball

A Marine Corps Birthday Ball will be held at the Big Flats American Legion on November 4th, beginning at 5PM. The event features a cocktail hour, buffet dinner, Marine Corps. ceremonies, live music and guest speaker. All veterans are welcome to attend.

October 9th, 10:19 AM EDT
CCLD Books of the Month: September 2023

CCLD Books of the Month: September 2023

Steele Memorial Librarian Caroline Poppendeck has three book recommendations to read for the month of September!
Drowning: The Rescue of Flight 1421 - Author: T.J. Newman
The Majority - Author: Elizabeth L. Silver
The Golden Doves - Author: Martha Hall Ke

September 4th, 8:08 AM EDT
Inaugural Porchfest Coming to Towanda, PA

Inaugural Porchfest Coming to Towanda, PA

Towanda Porchfest will take place on Saturday, September 9th, with live music on the front porches of homes throughout town from 1PM to 7PM. The event is free to attend, and slots are still available for musicians.

August 17th, 5:10 PM EDT
Ferrario Elmira Jazz Festival Returns August 12th

Ferrario Elmira Jazz Festival Returns August 12th

The Ferrario Elmira Jazz Festival returns to Thorne Street Park in Horseheads on August 12th. The event serves as Elmira's Economic Opportunity Program's flagship fundraiser, supporting EOP's educational and community programs.

August 9th, 9:35 AM EDT
Military and Veterans Resource Barbeque to be Held at Eldridge Park

Military and Veterans Resource Barbeque to be Held at Eldridge Park

The Southern Tier Chapter of the American Red Cross Service to Armed Forces Committee will host a Military and Veterans BBQ on Saturday, August 12th, starting at 11AM. Vets and military can enjoy a free meal, and learn about programs and resources.

August 8th, 3:11 PM EDT
India Day Returns to Corning on August 12

India Day Returns to Corning on August 12

The Southern Tier India Cultural Association will host its 2023 India Day on August 12th, which is a celebration of Indian traditions and culture. The event will be held in Centerway Square in Corning, from 4 - 8PM.

August 3rd, 3:48 PM EDT
Chemung County Library District Books of the Month - August 2023

Chemung County Library District Books of the Month - August 2023

"You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight" - Author Kaylnn Bayron
"The Lake House" - Author Sarah Beth Durst
"Sunshine: How One Camp Taught Me About Life, Death, and Hope" - Author Jarrett Krosoczka

August 1st, 3:05 PM EDT
Corning's Gaffer District Celebrates Summer in Downtown

Corning's Gaffer District Celebrates Summer in Downtown

Corning's Gaffer District has a full calendar of summer events, from its weekly farmers market, to Cruisin' Community Night on July 28th, and Bites on Bridge Community Night on August 25th, in partnership with Wiliams Toyota.

July 20th, 10:59 AM EDT
Catholic Charities to Host Domestic Violence Awareness Night at 7/14 Elmira Pioneers Game

Catholic Charities to Host Domestic Violence Awareness Night at 7/14 Elmira Pioneers Game

Catholic Charities of Chemung and Schuyler Counties is helping to raise awareness of the issue of domestic violence, by hosting a community fundraiser at Friday's Elmira Pioneers game on July 14th.

July 13th, 5:20 PM EDT
Pathways Trucks! Trucks! Trucks! Fundraiser Returns July 15

Pathways Trucks! Trucks! Trucks! Fundraiser Returns July 15

The Pathways fundraiser, in partnership with B&W Towing, brings 30+ construction, fire trucks, cranes, police cars, and more for the 6th annual event. The event is $5 per person, or $20 per family, located at lots C & D at SUNY CCC in Corning.

July 12th, 11:03 AM EDT
Elmira Street Painting Festival to Return July 15th & 16th, 2023

Elmira Street Painting Festival to Return July 15th & 16th, 2023

The annual chalk festival is happening on West Water & Main Streets on July 15th & 16th. Artists, vendors, and volunteers are wanted for this year's event. Learn more an apply at www.elmiradowntown.com

July 1st, 11:51 AM EDT
Elmira Mural Fest 2023 to be held on June 3

Elmira Mural Fest 2023 to be held on June 3

Elmira Infinite Canvas will host its first Mural Fest 2023 on June 3, 10am-6pm on Railroad Avenue in Elmira. Celebrating the "Elmira Shines" Public Art Project, the event features art, music, activities and more.

June 1st, 5:48 PM EDT
Pathways 2023 Annual Fundraiser to Host Bills NFL Hall of Famer Bruce Smith

Pathways 2023 Annual Fundraiser to Host Bills NFL Hall of Famer Bruce Smith

The annual fundraising dinner will be hosted on June 10th, beginning with a cocktail reception at 5PM at the Corning Museum of Glass. Guest speaker is NFL HOFer Bruce Smith. Tickets: https://www.pathwaysforyou.org/brucesmith

May 9th, 8:38 AM EDT
2023 Elmira Elks College Fair Happening May 10th

2023 Elmira Elks College Fair Happening May 10th

The college fair is happening on May 10th, from 6PM - 8PM at the Elmira Elks Lodge at 300 East Gray Street in Elmira. Dozens of colleges, law enforcement agencies, and military recruiters will be on hand.

May 5th, 8:50 AM EDT
First Cinco De Mayo Celebration Coming to Downtown Elmira

First Cinco De Mayo Celebration Coming to Downtown Elmira

The first annual Cinco De Mayo event will feature live music, food trucks, drink specials, vendors and more on West Water Street in Elmira from 5 - 9PM on Friday, May 5th, 2023.

May 3rd, 12:23 PM EDT
CCLD Books of the Month: May 2023

CCLD Books of the Month: May 2023

The CCLD has three thriller recommendations for the month of May:
Birnam Wood - Eleanor Catton
Code Name Sapphire - Pam Jenoff
The Scorned - David Putna

May 3rd, 12:16 PM EDT
CCLD Books of the Month - April 2023

CCLD Books of the Month - April 2023

Book recommendations for April 2023, as chosen by Doris Jean Metzer, Teen Librarian with Steele Memorial Library.
9:09 Project - Author: Mark H. Parsons
Chaos Theory - Author: Nic Stone

April 4th, 6:34 PM EDT
CCLD Books of the Month: February 2023
CCLD Books of the Month: February 2023

Here are book recommendations for the month of February from the Chemung County Library District:
The Rose and the Thistle - Laura Frantz
Viviana Valentin Gets Her Man - Emily J. Edwards
Love, Clancy: Diary of a Good Dog - W. Bruce Cameron

February 3rd, 2:08 PM EST
Pathways, Inc. to Host 2023 Mardi Gras Gala
Pathways, Inc. to Host 2023 Mardi Gras Gala

The annual Mardi Gras themed event will be held on February 10th at the Corning Museum of Glass from 6:30 - 9:30PM. The fundraising event raises funds to support the Erwin Child & Family Center in Painted Post.

January 31st, 12:10 PM EST
CCLD Books of the Month: January 2023
CCLD Books of the Month: January 2023

Here are book recommendations for the month of January, as recommended by librarian Caroline Poppendeck with the Chemung County Library District:
Nick Oldham - Demolition
Maggie O'Farrell - The Marriage Portrait
Kate Manning - Gilded Mountain

January 4th, 2:56 PM EST
CCLD Books of the Month: December 2022
CCLD Books of the Month: December 2022

Edited - Barry Lyga
White Out - Multiple Authors
LightLark - Alex Aster

December 2nd, 2:17 PM EST
Under the Dome Craft Fair Returns December 4
Under the Dome Craft Fair Returns December 4

The annual Under the Dome Craft fair returns to the Elmira College Murray Athletic Center on December 4th, 2022 from 9AM to 3PM. There will be over 180 craft vendors, and food trucks, raffles and more.

December 1st, 9:10 AM EST
Elmira Holiday Parade Returns November 25th
Elmira Holiday Parade Returns November 25th

Elmira Holiday Parade Returns November 25th at 10AM in downtown Elmira.

November 21st, 7:58 AM EST
Gaffer District Seeks Volunteers for Crystal City Christmas Events
Gaffer District Seeks Volunteers for Crystal City Christmas Events

Corning's Gaffer District is seeking volunteers to help with this year's holiday events such as the Parade of Lights, Sparkle, and Santa's glass house in Centerway Square.

November 15th, 8:00 AM EST
CCLD Books of the Month: Halloween Edition
CCLD Books of the Month: Halloween Edition

CCLD Books of the Month: Halloween Edition

November 1st, 10:37 AM EDT