Staff Report / FLXlocal.org

**Messy Fun Awaits at Geneva Public Library Story Hour**

Geneva, NY – The Geneva Public Library has shared a fun-filled way to beat the blustery weather on Saturdays by reminding residents about their popular Messy Story Hour sessions. Held every Monday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m., these story hours are all about messy play and sensory engagement for young attendees.

Children and their caregivers can join in to explore creative activities that promise to introduce a bit of delightful chaos. The library encourages participants to be prepared for a variety of mess-themed fun tied to storytelling and interactive play.

Geneva Public Library continues to keep the community engaged with these recurring events, offering an exciting outlet for creative expression and playful learning. For more details, parents can contact the library directly.

#MessyPlay #SensoryPlay #gplny

Source: Geneva Public Library

Source Type: Library

Source Location: Geneva

Geneva, NY

https://www.facebook.com/732909812212543/posts/1059761052860749

William Smith Athletics Congratulates Eight Athletes

Geneva, N.Y. — William Smith Athletics congratulated eight players: Janey, Mia, Katie, Grace, Casey, Delaney, Caitie and Cat.

Geneva Teens Enjoy Library Cooking Program

Geneva Public Library in Geneva, New York, says teens and tweens enjoyed a Simply Homemade program last week, learning cooking skills, trying new foods and creating something delicious, while noting such programs build confidence and practical life skills in a welcoming environment with support from the Wyckoff Family Foundation.

Geneva Offers Free Kitchen Composting Caddy

GENEVA, N.Y. — The City of Geneva is offering a free kitchen composting caddy for pickup at the City Clerk’s Office on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., part of a program by the Ontario County Department of Sustainability and Solid Waste Management to divert organics from landfills by turning them into compost and boosting soil health, water quality and local economies.

Geneva Public Library Offers Felt Flower Painting Classes

GENEVA, N.Y. — The Geneva Public Library is offering Felt Flower Painting as this month's adult craft with two Thursday sessions, May 14 at 1 p.m. and May 28 at 5 p.m.; the classes are free with materials provided, spaces remain, registration is at gplny.org, and the library apologized for a newsletter error about the day of the week.

Hobart Statesmen to Face Engineers in Liberty League Debut

Hobart College's Statesmen baseball team will face the Engineers in their Liberty League tournament debut in Geneva, N.Y.

Geneva Middle School in Good Standing, District Says

Geneva Middle School in Geneva, N.Y., is in good standing, a milestone built on years of focused work, stronger systems and deeper collaboration to help every student succeed, and highlighted by a video featuring Principal Kelley and students.

Scranton Students Celebrate Coffee Cart, Show Choir Season.

Two Scranton School District programs were highlighted this week—the South Scranton Bean Company coffee cart at South Intermediate, run by students with proceeds returned to the classroom, and the Scranton High Show Choir’s season, which featured five East Coast competitions with top-three finishes and a string of awards, including Grand Champion honors for Glitter and Gold.

Geneva City Schools mark National Teacher Appreciation Week

Geneva City Schools in Geneva, N.Y., are marking National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4–8, 2026, praising teachers who build relationships, create opportunities and inspire students.

Geneva Library Receives Crocheted Pokeballs on Free Comic Book Day

GENEVA, N.Y. — Geneva Public Library celebrated Free Comic Book Day with a patron's donation of crocheted Pokeballs for kids to take home, and the library said, "Our community is amazing!"

Geneva Declares May Mental Health Awareness Month

Geneva, N.Y. — May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the City of Geneva said, with this year’s theme "More Good Days, Together" encouraging people to check in on friends, take time to rest, and seek support.