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Steele Kids: Friday Morning Storytime

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join Miss Haley or Miss Emma on Friday mornings for storytime!

11am in the Kid's Space

Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver aged 16 or older at all times in all Chemung County Libraries

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Steele - Winter Knitting with Christina

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Small Conference Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Bring your own knitting supplies and join volunteer Christina for knitting instruction, or just to hang out and knit with others.

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This event is in the "Tweens" group

Steele Kids: Tween Valen-SLIME Day

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & Nature / STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens

Return of the slime! Make Valentine’s Day-themed slime with Miss Mikayla.

Saturday, Feb 7th @ 2:30pm in the Steele Library Kid's Space

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Bird Bingo! all month long

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 7:00am - 7:00pm
Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Community, Special Events
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Everyone

During the month of February, take up the challenge of our first Bird Bingo! Participants will have 3 destinations to visit, spot the birds within that space, and mark it on your Bingo card.

aspirehope group

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room at Steele Memorial Library
Purpose of Reservation:

mental health support group open to the community

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Steele Kids: Preschool Playtime *NEW TIME*

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kid's Space Play Area at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Self-directed Activities & Kits, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Join Miss Haley for an hour of preschool-oriented free-play and socialization, featuring new toys each week. 
Mondays, Feb. 2 & 23 @ 11am in the Kid's Space.

NO playtime on 2/9 due to staff training.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Steele - Drawing with Needle Felt with Wynn Yarrow (RESCHEDULED from 1/27)

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Small Conference Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

The twisted technique is great for creating a moving line in needle felt. Focus on color and abstract design for best results. (Wynn's special technique!)

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This event is in the "Adults" group

Steele - Stained-Glass Heart Plant Buddy with Unterwoman

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Conference Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the process of the Tiffany stained glass technique and solder your own creation.

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Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group

Steele Teen D&D with Deegan Teen DMs

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Space at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games & Hobbies, Other
Age Group:
Teens

Love D&D?  

Come to play with our lively group of dedicated teen players.  Bring your dice or use ours.   New to D&D?   You are welcome here.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Colored Pencil Drawing

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshops / Classes / Lectures
Age Group:
Adults

Want to learn how to draw with colored pencils? We will be going over the basic techniques to learn how to use colored pencils and the ways you can use markings, perspective and shades to create a wonderful work of art.

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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

SML Kids: Winter Jumping Beans!

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games & Hobbies, Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle, Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join Miss Haley for a movement class that will include energy burning activities like dancing, coordination games, & gross motor skills practice!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Steele Kids: LEGO Club

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Science & Nature / STEAM, Self-directed Activities & Kits
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Join us for Lego Club! Have your creations displayed for all to see!

2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 4:30-5:30pm. Open kids 4-12. 

Leaders from 4H will join us on the 4th Tuesdays with interactive lessons.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Steele TEEN beginner D&D with Daniel: GROUP FULL

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Space at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Teen Daniel leads an additional session of D&D for teens that is beginning D&D player friendly all skill levels welcome. 
 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Steele Teen T.A.L.E. (teen acting lab of elmira)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Large Meeting Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Hobbies, Workshops / Classes / Lectures
Age Group:
Teens

Teen Acting Lab of Elmira!  Want to try out acting in a fun, no -pressure way?  7th-12th graders learn acting skills through improv games, and more with actor and writer, educator Tim Collins.  All levels of ability welcome.

Elmira Area Writers' Group

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Small Conference Room at Steele Memorial Library
Purpose of Reservation:

Meet up with other creatives with the Elmira Area Writers' Group! 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Children" group

SML Kids: Tuesday Evening Storytime

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children

Join Miss Tammie for Tuesday Evening storytime!

6:30pm in the Kid's Space, February 3 & 10

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Steele Special Needs D&D (teens 16+ & Adults)

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Small Conference Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Games & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is a D&D campaign designed for  and adults & older teens (16+) with special needs and disabilities, with Dungeon Master Tim Collins.  Beginners welcome!  Need to bring a support person to assist you?  That's OK!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sewing: Zip Up Ear Bud Case

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshops / Classes / Lectures
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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This event is in the "Tweens" group

Steele Kids: Tween Theater Club

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Movies & TV / Performances, Workshops / Classes / Lectures
Age Group:
Tweens

Tween theater club with Tim Collins!

Wednesdays, February 4, 11 & 18 @ 4:30pm

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This event is in the "Teens" group

Steele Teen Anti-Valentines Day party

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Space at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teens

7th to 12th graders! Join us for the Steele Library's Teen Anti-Valentine's Day Party in the Teen Space 2nd floor.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Steele Teen T.A.L.E. Playwriting

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Space at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs / Literature / Writing, Workshops / Classes / Lectures
Age Group:
Teens

7th-12th graders: Interested in writing a play?  Hang out with performer, writer Tim Collins learn  and collaborate with other teens to write and develop plays. Beginners welcome!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Steele Kids: DIY Valentines Day Cards

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Kid's Space Program Room at Steele Memorial Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Choose from a variety of provided supplies to create the perfect Valentines Day card with Miss Haley!

Wednesday, February 11th 5:30pm-7:30pm 

Intended for ages 3-12