Learn to speak Spanish at Your Home Public Library with Danielle Falcón! Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, January 21st through February 25th.  There is a $5.00 supply fee for this class, and a limit of 12 students.  Remember to bring a pen and a notebook!  For more information or to sign up, call 607-797-4816 or stop by the circulation desk at 107 Main Street in Johnson City.

From February 2nd through April 15th, tax experts from MyFreeTaxes.com will be on hand to help you prepare and file your federal and state taxes for FREE!  Come to Your Home Public Library in Johnson City on Mondays from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, or Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM to take advantage of this excellent service.  For a list of documents you will need, visit www.MyFreeTaxes.com or call the library at 797-4816.

On Saturday, February 7th at 1:00 PM, children ages 6 and older can make their very own superhero mask using a variety of techniques and materials including simple sewing, craft foam and felt.  This is the first of four workshops that will result in a full superhero costume!  The workshop is FREE, but you must REGISTER before Thursday, February 5th.  Call 797-4816, or drop by the circulation desk to reserve your spot for this super special day of fun!

Join us on Tuesday, February 10th at 6:30 PM to discuss Trains and Lovers by Alexander McCall Smith.  The book tells the story of a journey by rail from Edinburgh to London, with four strangers who pass the time by sharing tales of trains that have changed their lives.  A Scotsman, an Australian woman, a young Englishman and a patron of the arts recount their memories of family, romance, youthful crushes and serendipitous encounters.  Haven’t read Trains and Lovers?  Stop by the circulation desk to pick up a copy!  Book discussions will be held in the basement meeting room.

Join us on February 17th at 6:00 PM for a Mardi Gras Party!  Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a celebration of feasting and excess that takes place before the Lenten fast.  There will be snacks, mask making, live music from the Panigma Steel Band, and of course plenty of beads!  It’s an evening of free fun & excess you will never forget.  Laissez les bons temps rouler!