Benedek Memorial Library

Story Hour!
2022-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
There will be stories, songs and games outside, if the weather is good. If the weather is, bad Story Hour will be held indoors. Outside or inside social distancing required, indoors mask wearing will be recommended. If the CDC Covid rate is at high for Steuben County, then masks will be required. Due to the limited room inside registration is required. You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. We would love to see everyone back at the library!

Spring/Easter Wreath Class
2022-04-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Spring/Easter Wreath Class at the Benedek Memorial Library. Learn how to make an easy wreath for your home or as a gift. All social distancing practices will be observed. Masks are recommended when social distancing cannot be practiced. . If the CDC Covid rate is at high for Steuben County, then masks will be required. Due to limited seating registration is required. You can register by email savona@stls.org, phone (607)583-4426, or just stop in at the Library.

Lego Club!- Canceled
2022-03-31 16:30 - 18:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Due to circumstances beyond our control we will be canceling the March 31 meeting of the Lego Club. Next meeting is April 21, 2022 at 4:30 pm.
Join the Benedek Memorial Library’s Lego Club for ages 8+. Participants can join any time starting at 4:30 pm. The event will end at 6:00 pm. Come for the full time or just part. Masks will be worn due to the event being inside. Registration is encourage (to make sure we have room and enough bases for all to use.). You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. Let us create something together!

Story Hour!- Canceled
2022-03-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Story Hour for March 31, has been canceled due to circumstances beyond our control. Next Story Hour will be April 14, 2022 at 10:00 am. Thank you.

There will be stories, songs and games outside, if the weather is good. If the weather is, bad Story Hour will be held indoors. Outside or inside social distancing required, indoors mask wearing will be required. Due to the limited room inside registration is required. You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. We would love to see everyone back at the library!

Friends of Benedek Memorial Library Meeting
2022-03-29 17:00 - 18:00
Please come and see what is going on at the library. We are looking for people to help with up-coming events, and fundraisers. We want to hear what you would like to see happen in the library and what you want to see in the library. Come and help us plan events, fundraiser, and give us recommendations of items you would like to see available at the library. Snacks will be available.

Benedek Memorial Library Board Meeting
2022-03-29 12:00 - 14:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Benedek Memorial Library Board Meeting at the Benedek Memorial Library in the Mary Helen Joint Meeting House (corner of Main St. and McCoy St.). The library board will meet as a regularly scheduled meeting. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, please call Benedek Memorial Library at (607)583-4426 or email savona@stls.org. Library Board Meetings are regularly held on the fourth Tuesday of the month except for the months of July and December.

Family Bingo at Benedek Memorial Library
2022-03-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Join us for a fun time of playing Bingo outside for all ages. Bring your own lawn chair. If bad weather happens, the event will take place in the Library. There will be prizes and snacks. All social distancing practices are to be observed. Masks are required when social distancing cannot be practiced.. Due to limited seating registration is required. You can register by email savona@stls.org, phone (607)583-4426, or just stop in at the Library. Win prizes, and have fun with friends and neighbors

Story Hour!
2022-03-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
There will be stories, songs and games outside, if the weather is good. If the weather is, bad Story Hour will be held indoors. Outside or inside social distancing required, indoors mask wearing will be required. Due to the limited room inside registration is required. You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. We would love to see everyone back at the library!

Lego Club!
2022-03-03 16:30 - 18:00
Join the Benedek Memorial Library’s Lego Club for ages 8+. Participants can join any time starting at 4:30 pm. The event will end at 6:00 pm. Come for the full time or just part. Masks will be worn due to the event being inside. Registration is encourage (to make sure we have room and enough bases for all to use.). You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. Let us create something together!
** Note: Lego Club is postponed to March 3rd.**

Benedek Memorial Library Board Meeting
2022-02-22 15:30 - 17:30, 2021-11-16 12:00 - 14:00, 2021-10-26 12:00 - 14:00
Benedek Memorial Library Board Meeting at the Benedek Memorial Library in the Mary Helen Joint Meeting House (corner of Main St. and McCoy St.). The library board will meet as a regularly scheduled meeting. We offer Zoom also for those who would like to attend virtually. The public is welcome to attend. For more information, please call Benedek Memorial Library at (607)583-4426 or email savona@stls.org. Library Board Meetings are regularly held on the fourth Tuesday of the month except for the months of July and December.

Take and Make Kits
2022-02-02 11:00 - 2022-02-27 13:00
Take and Make Kits will be available for kids (and adults) at the library. During library hours, kids can pick up a pre-packed craft to make at home Supplies are limited. First come first served until all kits are gone. The craft will be for all ages.

New Lego Club!
2022-01-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Benedek Memorial Library will be starting a Lego Club for ages 8+. Participants can join any time starting at 4:30 pm. The event will end at 6:00 pm. Come for the full time or just part. Masks will be worn due to the event being inside. Registration is encourage (to make sure we have room and enough bases for all to use.) . You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. Let us create something together!

Benedek Memorial Library Board Meeting
2022-01-25 12:00 - 14:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House

Take and Make Kits
2022-01-17 11:00 - 2022-01-22 13:00 | Benedek Memorial Library in the MHJ Meeting House
Take and Make Kits will be available for week four. During library hours, kids can pick up a pre-packed craft to make at home Supplies are limited. First come first served until all kits are gone. The craft will be for all ages.

Library Closed for Holiday
2021-11-25
The Benedek Memorial Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Please have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

Story Hour!
2021-11-18 10:00 - 11:00
There will be stories, songs and games. Due to the cooler weather plan for inside Story Hour with social distancing, and mask wearing required. Due to the limited room inside registration is required. You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. We would love to see everyone back at the library!

Family Bingo Night at the Benedek Memorial Library!
2021-11-12 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for a fun night of playing Bingo for all ages. There will be prizes and snacks. All social distancing practices are to be observed. Masks are required. Due to limited seating registration is required. You can register by email savona@stls.org, phone (607)583-4426, or just stop in at the Library. Win prizes, and have fun with friends and neighbors.

FLX Gives, an online fundraiser for area non-profits
2021-11-11 18:00 - 2021-11-12 18:00
Once again, the Benedek Memorial Library will be taking part in the FLX Gives, a day of giving. People wanting to make donations can make a donation online by clicking on the donate button or link on our website, or may stop at the library or mail a donation to the library as part of the FLX Gives fundraiser. This year we are raising funds to match a grant to get a new copier and start building a laptop lab. Details will be on our website: http://benedekmemoriallibrary.org or on our Facebook page.

Story Hour!
2021-11-04 10:00 - 11:00
Story Hour! There will be stories, songs and games. Due to the cooler weather plan for inside Story Hour with social distancing, and mask wearing required. Due to the limited room inside registration is required. You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. We would love to see everyone back at the library!

Story Hour!
2021-10-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-10-07 10:00 - 11:00
There will be stories, songs and games outside, if the weather is good. If the weather is, bad Story Hour will be held indoors. Outside or inside social distancing, and mask wearing will be required. Due to the limited room inside registration is required. You can register by email: savona@stls.org, by phone (607)583-4426, or stop in the library during open hours. We would love to see everyone back at the library!

Benedek Memorial Library’s 6th Annual Book and Bake
2021-10-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2021-10-16 09:00 - 16:00
Benedek Memorial Library’s 6th Annual Book and Bake Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Dr. Sandor and Berthe Benedek Memorial Library. Looking for a great value on used books? The Annual Book and Bake Sale will be held at the library in the Mary Helen Joint Meeting House(corner of Main St. and McCoy St.). The hours of the sale will be Friday October 15, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Saturday, October 16, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, and Sunday, October 17, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Sunday there will be a $5.00 fill a bag deal. Anyone who would like to donate baked goods or books for the sale please contact the Dr. Sandor and Berthe Benedek Memorial Library at (607)583-4426 or email savona@stls.org. (The event will be indoors making masks and social distancing a requirement, at this time.)

Benedek Memorial Library’s 6th Annual Book and Bake Sale
2021-10-15 15:00 - 18:00

Memorial Service for Mary Helen Joint
2021-10-10 13:00 - 14:30
Memorial Service for Mary Helen Joint, November 1, 1922 – May 29, 2020 – The family of Mary Helen Joint is hosting an outdoor Memorial Service at the Benedek Memorial Library in Savona, NY Sunday, October 10 at 1:00 PM. Mary Helen was born in Savona and remained closely connected to the Savona community her entire life. Friends, neighbors, and acquaintances are welcomed to join us under the tent for an informal celebration of her life. Please drop by for coffee, tea, cookies, a bit of history and a few stories! The Mary Helen Joint Meeting House, houses the Dr. Sandor and Berthe Benedek Memorial Library.

Family Bingo Night at Benedek Memorial Library
2021-10-08 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for a fun night of playing Bingo for all ages. There will be prizes and snacks. All social distancing practices are to be observed. Masks are required when social distancing cannot be practiced.. Due to limited seating registration is required. You can register by email savona@stls.org, phone (607)583-4426, or just stop in at the Library. Win prizes, and have fun with friends and neighbors.

Experiments in Electrodynamics
2021-09-30 18:00 - 19:00
Join Dr. Ryan Vogt, Ph.D in mathematics, for a fun evening learning about electricity and magnetism. The program is geared for K-5th grade, but will be interesting for all ages. Registration is requested (limited seating) by email savona@stls.org, phone (607)583-4426 or stop in the Benedek Memorial Library during open hours.
