SHERBURNE — The Sherburne Public Library is all abuzz on Tuesday mornings! Do you miss the human connection that social gatherings give us? Do you like coffee (or tea or hot chocolate)? Coffee Tuesdays might be just what you need.

Each Tuesday the library is providing space and the coffee, and a few treats, upstairs in front of the fireplace between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. This is an unstructured gathering available to anyone who wishes to stop by and enjoy some company and/or conversation. We hope you’ll stop by!

The book sale, which has been going on throughout the month of April becomes a bag sale on Friday, April 29. Only $1 per bag. There are still a lot of great books and DVD’s up for sale.

The sale ends on May 7. Please come in during regular library hours – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Come get ‘em while they last!

Our annual summer reading program is coming up, with the kick-off on Tuesday, June 28. The theme this year is “Oceans of Possibilities." Youth librarian, Mr. Mike, has lots of fun programming and activities planned for all ages. This will include presentations by the Utica Zoomobile, author Suzanne Bloom, the Green Golly Project and Didgeridoo Down Under.

Also for young children will be the return of the Children’s Theater and Story Time. Teen activities will include trivia, an escape room, and more. There are also some fun adult activities being planned. And of course, reading incentives will be in place to win prizes. Everyone can and is encouraged to participate!

Are you a crafty person? Do you have a teachable skill you’d like to share? If you have any ideas for programming at the Sherburne Public Library, please contact the library – we are always looking for more ideas and people with a skills who might want to do a workshop! Call us at 607-674-4242 or email sh.ill@4cls.org.

Recurring Library Events


Science Explorers every first Monday of the month, from 3:30 4:45 p.m., for ages eight and older. Explore, experiment, build, and learn about nature and the natural world around us! Call to register.


Coffee Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesdays. Come enjoy a cup on us!


Dragons, Magic and Books on Tuesdays, from 4:15 5:15 p.m. This is a book club for ages eight through 12.


E-Reader drop-in help sessions will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, and 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Fridays. Bring your mobile device for help with Megan.


Story Time on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Join Mr. Mike for a story, songs, activities, and crafts!


Story Time videos are released on Facebook on Friday mornings. Don’t forget to check out our YouTube page for more SPL Story Time Videos.

The new entrance is almost repaired, we are just waiting on delivery of the doors. But in the meantime, do not hesitate to ask for assistance on our front stairs. We are happy to bring items out to you, or even to your house if necessary. Just give us a call or send us a message. We are happy to help. Reach us at 607-674-4242.

Our open hours remain Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Masks are optional in our library.


See you at the library!

- Colleen Law-Tefft, Library Manager