Dutton S. Peterson Memorial Library

The Incredible Tails & Tall Tales Magic Show with Cris Johnson
2021-07-29 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | NY
This fun library show features animal-themed magic using join-in fun, comedy, fancy themed backdrops, costume, and lots more. Cris has created an exciting and wonderful show just right for children and their parents who love to come to the library.

Jay Leeming; Performance Storyteller
2021-07-22 15:00 - 16:00 | NY
Tales and Tales Summer Reading Program presents Jay Leeming! Jay is a performance storyteller whose poetic way of bringing traditional stories alive has captivated audiences in theaters, schools, libraries, and national parks. Jays stories are sure to captivate an audience of all ages.

Super Hero Make and Take
2021-07-15 | NY
Stop in the library any time today between 10a-6p (though not between 2-3 as we’re closed for lunch!) and design, print, and iron on your own personal super hero cape! What is your super power? What is your tale to tell?

Day Book Club
2021-07-07 11:00 - 12:00 | NY
Join us on the first Wednesday of the month at 11:00 am to discuss some light reading and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. July’s title is The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo. We will also be selecting our next 6 titles at this meeting.

Outdoor Movie Night Presents: "Despicable Me 3"
2021-07-02 20:30 - 22:30 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
Bring a blanket or some chairs and enjoy “Despicable Me 3” under the stars on our 24 foot outdoor movie screen! Come early to get a good spot. We are asking families to respect a 6 foot distance from others. This event is weather permitting and no rain date is scheduled.

Outdoor Movie Night
2021-07-02 20:30 - 22:00 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a movie under the start. Come early to get a good spot as we will be respecting a 6 foot space between families. Movie title to be announced.

Gourdlandia with artist Graham Ottoson
2021-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | NY
It’s finally time to enjoy some live programming again! Kick-start your summer with artist Graham Ottoson as she leads a class in gourd jewelry-making. Space for this program is limited so call or stop in to register now!

Summer Reading Kick-Off with Tanglewood
2021-06-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
What If I Had An Animal Tail?
Join Tanglewood Nature Center at 3:00pm at the library to kick off summer reading!

Library Board Meeting
2021-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | NY
The library board of trustees will meet at 12:30pm and is open to the public.

Day Book Club
2021-06-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
Odessa Day Book Club invites you to join in for some light reading and friendly discussion!
First Wednesday of the month at 11:00am.
Coffee, tea, and light refreshments will be served at the library.
June’s title is Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine. Find a copy in STARCat.
Call to reserve a copy of next month’s title at (607) 594-2791.

CANCELLED: Beauty & the Beast Storytellers "Imagine Your Story"
2020-07-22 14:15 - 15:15 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, this program has been cancelled. We will post any rescheduled events here.

Martha Hamilton and Mitch Weiss, critically acclaimed “Beauty & the Beast” Storytellers from Ithaca, NY, will help us Imagine Our Story as a part of our 2020 Summer Reading Program. They are authors of over 25 books including the “Noodlehead” series! Coming to our library on Wednesday, July 22nd, at 2:15 PM. Don’t miss this special program. Sponsored by the library and the Community Arts Grant program administered by the ARTs of the Southern Finger Lakes.

Let's Make Gourd Earrings!
2020-04-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
A library favorite, Graham Ottoson from Gourdandia (in Ithaca) will join us on Saturday morning, April 25th, at 10:00 AM, for a fun morning! Turn gourd scraps into unique and beautiful earrings! It’s quick and fun, and you get to use carving and burning tools. Mother’s Day is right around the corner — or maybe you’d like a special pair of earring for yourself! Space is limited. Call the library at 594-2791 to sign up! Sponsored by the library and Community Arts grant sponsored by the ARTs of the Southern Finger Lakes.

Lego Club
2020-04-23 15:15 - 16:15 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
Join us for a fun afternoon of LEGO building. Free play — or let’s make something special! Open to all LEGO builders! Light refreshments served. This will be our last LEGO club for this school year. Thanks for joining us!

Preschool Storyhour - cancelled this week
2020-03-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-03-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-03-17 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Story hour is cancelled due to precautions related to the coronavirus.

Harp concert postponed
2020-03-19 15:15 - 16:15 | Dutton Peterson Library, 106 1st St, Odessa, NY, 14869
Concert with Harpist Lisa Fenwick for March 19th is postponed and will be rescheduled to another date.

Preschool Storyhour
2020-03-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-02-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-01-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-01-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-01-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-01-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-12-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2019-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Join us on Tuesday mornings for stories, songs, a simple craft & light refreshments. All children & their caregivers welcome!

No Preschool Storyhour Today
2020-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
We will not have a story hour session on Tuesday, March 3rd, so Ms. Kristen can attend our system summer learning showcase. We hope to see you next week!!

Holiday Closings
2019-12-31 - 2020-01-01, 2019-12-24 - 2019-12-26 | NY

Holiday Ornament Class with Amanda Cady
2019-12-14 10:00 - 12:00 | NY
Make a clay snowman ornament for the holidays! Free!
