Community Calendar

Triple P- Positive Parenting Program is an evidence-based program backed by over 40 years of research helping parents raise confident, healthy children and build strong relationships. The Newfield Public Library will be hosting 4 free sessions with educators from Triple P, the first Saturday of each month, February through May. The sessions are titled: February 7 “The Power of Positive Parenting,” March 7 “Raising Confident, Competent Children,” April 4 “Raising Resilient Children,” May 2 “Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits.”
For all sessions childcare is available for participants but parents must register in advance and remain in the building during the event. Use this link to register: https://forms.nyrhi.org/parenting
Additionally, pizza will be provided for all participants of the sessions, so your lunch is on us!

Ready, Set, Cook! is a fast-paced culinary challenge inspired by the show Chopped. Participants will open a basket of mystery ingredients and use creativity, teamwork, and quick thinking to turn them into a delicious, original dish. This class is designed for all skill levels—bring your curiosity and a willingness to experiment.

In this class, you will:

Develop a recipe on the spot using surprise ingredients
Practice improvisation, flavor pairing, and presentation
Cook against the clock in a fun, supportive environment
Showcase your dish and receive friendly feedback
Strengthen creativity, collaboration, and kitchen confidence
A great choice for food lovers, adventurous cooks, and anyone looking for a lively, hands-on kitchen experience.
$75.00

Beth Bahia Cohen and Tev Stevig, two professional musicians from the Boston area who are of Eastern European descent, will perform music from eastern European cultures - Greece, Syria, Afghanistan and other countries. They will be playing traditional instruments from eastern Europe, such as the oud, tanbur, lyra, and more commonly known stringed instruments - violin, banjo, ukelele, etc.

Take your ideas and successfully turn them into a simple, focused start-up plan for your small business.

Growing a successful business is our goal - create your business plan today! You will be guided through the process of harnessing the myriad of small business ideas and thoughts, and focus upon building and executing your simple, focused start-up plan.

Cost: $149. (US Veterans with DD214 ID proof provided, pay only $25)

Students that successful complete the program, including a completing a business model canvas and pitch presentation, will be eligible for the Entrepreneurship Assistance Program Microcredential.

This program is designed to assist women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and dislocated workers in Broome, Chenango, Delaware and Tioga counties.

The SUNY Broome Entrepreneurship Assistance Center is made possible by a grant from Empire State Development and facilitated by the City of Binghamton’s Local Development Corporation.

This class is a great opportunity to give yourself the space you need for rest and rejuvenation. Allowing yourself to disconnect from the outside world and daily pressures, the intention of this class is to create an environment where people feel safe enough to heal their energy. This free event serves as a gateway for individuals interested in learning how Reiki and Sound Healing works and to see if that’s something that can help benefit them on their healing journey. You can secure your spot in my class on the Vestal Public Library’s website by visiting their online Event Calendar!

Registration is now open for the Winter 2026 NAMI Family-to-Family class!

https://www.namifingerlakes.org/nami-family-to-family

Join us virtually via Zoom on Tuesdays, February 3 – March 24, 2026, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. (ET). This free, 8-session education program is open to anyone 18+ who has a family member, partner, friend, or loved one living with a mental health condition. Participants from anywhere in the U.S. are welcome. Registration is required. Space is limited and classes fill up quickly.

NAMI Family-to-Family is an evidence-based program, taught by trained family members with lived experience. You’ll gain practical skills, up-to-date information, and compassionate support while learning how to care for your loved one and yourself.

What you’ll gain:
-- Better communication and problem-solving skills
-- Tools for self-care and stress management
-- Guidance on supporting your loved one with compassion
-- Information on mental health conditions, treatments, and crisis planning
-- Connection with others who truly understand
-- Hope for the journey ahead

Visit https://www.namifingerlakes.org/nami-family-to-family for more information or to register. Email support@namifingerlakes.org if you have any questions.

Register today and take the next step toward understanding, empowerment, and hope.

This class is offered by NAMI Finger Lakes in partnership with NAMI Steuben County.

Join us for our weekly dance - every Tuesday.
It begins at 7:00 PM with a 30 minute beginner lesson and 15 minute new move
Open dance begins at 7:45 and goes until 9:30 pm Different instructors and DJs every week.
All for a $5 Donation Most weeks the lesson is East Coast Swing, once per month the lesson is West Coast swing. Most of the music is suitable for East or West Coast Swing. Other music played is suitable for Cha Cha, Night Club Two Step, Waltz, Country Two Step, Hustle, rumba and Fox Trot.

Join Us! Free and fun workshops for the community since January, 2023. No experience necessary. It's fun! Using the principles of improvisation, these workshops/FUNshops help participants destress, release their creativity, improve communication skills, gain confidence, and more! A great additional benefit is finding new friends who will connect you to other fun community activities/groups. Participants come from all walks of life with our ages spanning from mature teens to our sixties, and we all support each other!

There is no fee charged and no registration required. Come when you can, participate as you desire (or just watch), leave when you must. Mature 16-year-olds and older are welcome. Cheap snacks are available. Free, large lighted parking lot.

Did I mention it's fun?