Four County Library System

Four County Library System The Four County Library System (4CLS) provides consolidated library services to the public libraries of Broome, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego Counties.

The William B. Ogden Free Library in Walton recently hosted a 4CLS Youth Services meeting. Youth Services library staff...
05/27/2026

The William B. Ogden Free Library in Walton recently hosted a 4CLS Youth Services meeting. Youth Services library staff from across the Four County Library System gathered in-person and virtually to check in and learn from each other. It was great to see everyone, as well as admire the library's new circulation desk and creative displays and programs!

Happy Memorial Day! While many of our member libraries may be taking a break to honor this special day, the digital door...
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! While many of our member libraries may be taking a break to honor this special day, the digital doors to knowledge and adventure remain wide open! Dive into a world of stories, inspiration, and learning with our collection of e-books, magazines, and audiobooks on the Libby App. Visit https://fourcounty.overdrive.com/ to get started today!

🚨 Scheduled Network Maintenance 🚨Important announcement- The 4CLS online catalog will be unavailable on Tuesday, May 26t...
05/22/2026

🚨 Scheduled Network Maintenance 🚨

Important announcement- The 4CLS online catalog will be unavailable on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, starting at 9:00 pm.

We expect the upgrade to be completed in 2 hours.

Thanks for your patience as we make improvements!

[Image description: The image has a light gray background with a drawing of a laptop holding a hammer. Below, large black text reads “NETWORK MAINTENANCE.” Smaller text explains that 4CLS will perform a network upgrade on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, starting at 9:00 pm, and that the 4CLS online catalog will be unavailable during the upgrade. The message concludes that the upgrade is expected to be completed in 2 hours and apologizes for any inconvenience. End image description.]

✨ It's finally Friday and time for Mini Reviews, Major Vibes! 4CLS staff are sharing their favorite reads in three-ish w...
05/22/2026

✨ It's finally Friday and time for Mini Reviews, Major Vibes! 4CLS staff are sharing their favorite reads in three-ish words (or less).

Short, sweet, and full of opinion—these quick takes might just help you find your next great read!

Sarah from Youth and Outreach Services recommends The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman. She describes the vibe of this book as "bittersweet, mystical, and heartbreakingly beautiful!" You can find this title in the Four County Library System catalog: www.4cls.org

[Image description: Graphic reading “Mini Reviews, Major Vibes!” featuring the book The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman with a short review: “Bittersweet, Mystical, and Heartbreakingly beautiful,” and the website www.4cls.org. End image description.]

✨ Big cheers to our amazing communities! ✨Our member libraries are feeling the love—THANK YOU to everyone who showed up ...
05/20/2026

✨ Big cheers to our amazing communities! ✨

Our member libraries are feeling the love—THANK YOU to everyone who showed up and voted in support of your public libraries. 💙📚

Because of you, these libraries can keep doing what they do best: connecting, inspiring, and serving their communities every day!

đź‘Ź Join us in celebrating the following libraries, who received strong votes of confidence from their communities:
-Vestal Public Library
-New Berlin Library and Museum
-South New Berlin Free Library
-Fairview Public Library in Margaretville
-Skene Memorial Library in Fleischmanns
-Richfield Springs Public Library
-Harris Memorial Library in Otego
-Unadilla Public Library
-William B. Ogden Free Library in Walton
-Sidney Memorial Public Library
-Oxford Memorial Library
-Fenton Free Library
-Guernsey Memorial Library in Norwich
-Mary L. Wilcox Memorial Library in Whitney Point
-Worcester-Schenevus Library
-Otselic Valley Public Library
-Edmeston Free Library
-Village Library of Cooperstown
-Kinney Memorial Library (Hartwick)
-Moore Memorial Library and Public Computer Center (Greene)
-Franklin Free Library
-Springfield Center Library
-Cherry Valley Memorial Library

Check out this amazing, free community event hosted by our neighbors at the JCC Binghamton, happening tomorrow, Wednesda...
05/19/2026

Check out this amazing, free community event hosted by our neighbors at the JCC Binghamton, happening tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20!

🥳 It's Trivia Tuesday!Each Tuesday, we'll post a trivia question about one of our amazing 43 member libraries. From hist...
05/19/2026

🥳 It's Trivia Tuesday!

Each Tuesday, we'll post a trivia question about one of our amazing 43 member libraries. From historical tidbits to unique features, there's so much to discover about our libraries!

Today's question: According to an article found in the NYS Historic Newspapers online archive, 130 people borrowed 144 books during this library’s first two weeks open in September 1949! Which library is it?

Leave your answer in the comments below!

[Image description: The image has a solid purple background with two colorful text banners near the top. The first banner is white with orange text that says “TUESDAY,” and the second is purple with white text that says “TRIVIA.” To the right of these banners is a yellow lightbulb illustration with purple accents, symbolizing ideas or knowledge. Below, centered in white text, is a trivia question: “According to an article found in the NYS Historic Newspapers online archive, 130 people borrowed 144 books during this library’s first two weeks open in September 1949! Which library is it?" At the bottom center of the image is the Four County Library System logo. End image description.]

We had a fantastic time this past Saturday at The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier at Bookfest! We were so happy t...
05/18/2026

We had a fantastic time this past Saturday at The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier at Bookfest! We were so happy to share space with some of our amazing member libraries- the Broome County Public Library, the Vestal Public Library, and the Lisle Free Library, as well as some fabulous community partners- Healthy Families Broome- PACT, Family Enrichment Network, Southern Tier Independence Center, and Broome County DSS.

We also want to give a big thanks to the Tri-Cities Opera for their amazing performance!

Thank you to everyone who participated! 📚🤩

đź“šThe Bookmobile is rolling into Otsego, Chenango, and Delaware Counties this week!Stop by the bookmobile at its schedule...
05/18/2026

đź“šThe Bookmobile is rolling into Otsego, Chenango, and Delaware Counties this week!

Stop by the bookmobile at its scheduled stops and enjoy these great services:
✅ Pick up your holds – quick and easy!
✅ Sign up for a library card – one card works at all member libraries!
âś… Browse and borrow from a fantastic selection of books and movies!
Don’t miss out—the library is on the move!

đź“… Tuesday, May 19
--9:00-9:30- Sidney Center Fire Station (Corner of Routes 35 and 23)
--10:40-10:55- St. James Manor (9 St. James Place, Oneonta)
--12:00-12:20- Methodist Church (852 County Highway 26, Fly Creek)
--12:50-1:10- Methodist Church (2343 State Highway 205, Mt. Vision)
--2:30- 3:00- Cox Block Lot (Corner of Rts 26 & 13, South Otselic)

đź“… Thursday, May 21
--9:15-9:40- Town Hall (3966 State Highway 23, West Oneonta)
--10:10- 10:40- Schenevus Valley Lodge (4 Main St, Schenevus)
--10:55-11:40- Fire Station (1812 County Highway 34, Westford)
--12:40-1:00- First Christian Church (1160 State Highway 165, South Valley)
--1:15-2:00- Town Hall (3717 County Highway 35, Middlefield)

For more details, please visit the Four County Library System website (www.4cls.org) and click the Bookmobile button.

[Image description: The weekly schedule of the library system bookmobile this week, with stops in Otsego, Chenango, and Delaware Counties.]

✨ NEW SERIES: Mini Reviews, Major Vibes! We’re kicking off something fun! Our library staff is sharing their favorite re...
05/15/2026

✨ NEW SERIES: Mini Reviews, Major Vibes! We’re kicking off something fun! Our library staff is sharing their favorite reads in three-ish words (or less).

Short, sweet, and full of opinion—these quick takes might just help you find your next great read!

Interested in epic, historical, page-turners? Steve in Administration recommends 1453: The Holy War for Constantinople and the Clash of Islam and the West by Roger Crowley. You can find it in the Four County Library System catalog: www.4cls.org

[Image description: Graphic reading “Mini Reviews, Major Vibes!” featuring the book 1453 by Roger Crowley with a short review: “Epic, Historical, Page-turner,” and the website www.4cls.org. End image description.]

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