What’s happening at the library?
3D Dinosaur Puzzle : 11 AM Time Slot
August 10 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pmWe’ll put together a T-Rex from 3D printed bone pieces. This is a program for ages 6-11 years.
Free Lunch for Kids ages 19 and Under
August 10 @ 12:00 pm - 12:30 pmChildren ages 19 and under are eligible for a free lunch at the Library weekdays at noon, beginning Monday, July 13, and running through Friday, August 21.
3D Dinosaur Puzzle : 1 PM Time Slot
August 10 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmWe’ll put together a T-Rex from 3D printed bone pieces. This is a program for ages 6-11 years.
Support Our Annual Fund Drive
Library lovers can make tax deductible donations at any time of the year, but it is especially appreciated during our Annual Fund Drive. The button below will allow you to donate to our Annual Campaign quickly and securely via DonorPerfect.
Summer Reading is a program for all ages: Kids, Tweens & Teens, and Adults. Summer Reading began on Monday, July 6, but it is not too late to sign up.
Learn more here.
Something for everyone:
Quiet reading space
Maker space
Offering a range of high-tech and traditional tools and processes: Let your creativity loose.
Entertainment
From books to movies to music, to classes, games and more: Spark your joy at the Library.
Education
Our skilled staff, guest instructors and online resources can help you learn almost anything.
Education
Our curated list of online resources that can help children and their parents understand and navigate this complex and interesting world.
Fun activities
Keep your children engaged with our fun free activities here at the library!
Our kids room
The The Mary Lou Walker Children's Room is an inviting space for children to gather, explore, learn, create, play and just be.
Kids library cards
An SSCL library card gives your child free access to books, learning, and endless adventures!
Creation Station
The Library’s Creation Station is a public access maker space. It has a widely diverse set of high-tech and traditional tools and supplies to help you make almost anything you can imagine.
Lots to do
The library has a number of events each month especially for young adults. See what's coming up next!
Get smart
We have several amazing online resources available. We encourage you to explore them and discover your next knowledge milestone.
More cool stuff
Did you know that aside from our unending supply of fantastic literature, we also offer popular movies and video games?
Job search
We offer several job resources for community members seeking employment. Check them out here.
Tech coaching
Quiet reading space
Come to the Library to study, to be tutored, or to read and relax. From cozy carrels, to the reading lounge, to the nooks in between, we are designed for readers to read!
Events
From author talks, to crafting, to gaming, there's a lot happening every month at the library. Check out our latest events!
Quiet reading space
Maker space
Offering a range of high-tech and traditional tools and processes: Let your creativity loose.
Entertainment
From books to movies to music, to classes, games and more: Spark your joy at the Library.
Education
Our skilled staff, guest instructors and online resources can help you learn almost anything.
Our latest news
Café Cómodo at the Library on First Tuesdays
Starting on July 7, Café Cómodo will be serving their delicious coffee and non-coffee beverages, both hot and iced, at the Library on every first Tuesday of the month. They will be here from when the doors open at 9:00 AM until 1:30 PM.
Library After Hours: Storytime for Grown-Ups
Join supporters of the Southeast Steuben County Library in Corning for a special summer evening event to celebrate everything we love about libraries, and enjoy a blast from the past, summer-camp style.
Messages from Our Orbit: STLS Community Time Capsules
Celebrate our communities' past, present, and future with Messages from Our Orbit: STLS Community Time Capsules. Submit a capsule prompt from June 1st - August 31st to make your mark on history and be included in a community time capsule.
Library’s 2026 Scholarship Recipients Announced
The Scholarship Committee of the Library Board of Trustees is delighted to announce the recipients of the 2026 Nancy Doutt and The Friends of the Southeast Steuben County Library Scholarship. The scholarship is for those planning on attending a college, university, institute, certificate program, vocational or trade school in a…
Summer Reading Has Begun
Summer Reading began on Monday, July 6, but it is not too late to sign up. You can come to the Library and sign up with a paper form, or you can sign-up online here: bit.ly/SummerReadSSCL The 2026 Summer Reading Program theme is Unearth a Story. Unearth a Story underscores…
New ‘Notable Locals’ Exhibit at Library
About twice a year, Librarian Linda Riemer organizes an exhibit about people. groups and organizations from the Corning area that have had an impact of the region, the nation, or the world.
Teens and Tweens: Call for Summer Reading Volunteers
The Southeast Steuben County Library’s Children’s Department is looking for volunteers to help with our summer programs. This year's Summer Reading theme, “Unearth a Story,” is designed to encourage children to continue reading during the summer break, and you can help!
Q&A : May 19, 2026 Library Levy
On Tuesday, May 19, area voters will be able to weigh in on a proposed levy that would increase support for the Library.
UNBOUND: The Southeast Steuben County Library Newsletter | Spring 2026 | Volume 1, Number 3
We are delighted to present the third edition of our quarterly newsletter, UNBOUND. Published four times a year, it will have information about Library programs and activities.
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How to search our catalog
Looking for tips on how to search our catalog? And did you know we have so much more than books? Check out our page of hints and tips.
Library Services
From assistance finding items, to accessing technology and training, to public meeting rooms, to a seed library, we invite you to discover all the services we offer.
Visiting the Library
Our hours, holiday closures, bus and parking info… everything you need to know for planning your trip to the library can be found here.