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Author & Book: Tips & Tricks on Passing the NY State Road Test

Author & Book: Tips & Tricks on Passing the NY State Road Test

Passing the NYS Driving Test can be challenging! Johnny Scott Jr has taught all things driving since 1997 to more than 30,000 students and is the author of two books on the subject. On Wednesday, March 27th, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, he will present the up-to-date laws, rules, and expectations for passing a road test which is even a good refresher for experienced drivers. His newest book, Drive Alive II, is an easy-to-read resource certain to help put you at ease prior to testing, will be available for purchase, but if you are one of the first 5 people to register, Johnny will give you a copy for FREE!! Registration is required.

No More Eclipse Glasses – Enjoy April 8th!

No More Eclipse Glasses – Enjoy April 8th!

Our supply of eclipse glasses is now gone. The Rochester Museum and Science Center website offers an interesting array of eclipse-related topics, including other locations to find eclipse glasses, and information on safe viewing practices. Mendon Public Library will be closed Monday, April 8th. We hope you enjoy this rare celestial event.

Story Time – Getting to Know Our Neighbors

Story Time – Getting to Know Our Neighbors

*** Stories, Crafts & Traditions of our Muslim Neighbors *** Children and caregivers, join us for a special story time on Tuesday, April 2, 10:00 – 10:45 AM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. This Mighty Storytime is brought to you in part by the Mighty Muslim Mountains Youth Program, a Rochester-based youth program that promotes healthy environments for healthy character development of youth. Free and open to all. Sign up to reserve your spot.

Bees, Butterflies, and Bats

Bees, Butterflies, and Bats

Did you know that almost a third of the food we eat depends on pollination? Join us to learn more on Wednesday, April 3rd, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. We will learn what pollination is, what creatures help with pollination, and read a book about the honey bee. Children can complete a honeycomb bubble wrap painting or participate in a pollination activity to make a bracelet they can take home. This event is geared towards Pre K – 3rd grade children and registration is required. This is a workshop of Monroe County Cornell Cooperative Extension.

Kids Stay Safe on Streets and Sidewalks

Kids Stay Safe on Streets and Sidewalks

Elementary-aged school kids, join us at the Mendon Public Library on Wednesday, April 3, from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM as we learn from the Monroe County Office of Traffic Safety what we all can do to stay safe while riding our bikes and/or walking through town. We’ll watch some videos, do some crafts, and discuss safety. It’ll be fun and informative. Please bring your bike helmet; we’re going to be checking to make sure they fit properly.  Kindly register for this program.

Blackout Poetry for Kids

Blackout Poetry for Kids

Hey Kids – Come join us to celebrate Poetry Month with a special Blackout Poetry event, lead by Joanne Brokaw, a creative arts teacher. On Thursday, April 4th, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, participants (that can read at a basic level) will be taking a page from a book or magazine, picking a few words that you like, and then blacking out the rest to make a lovely poem. All art supplies will be provided. Sign up to reserve your spot.

CLOSED – Monday, April 8 – TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE

CLOSED – Monday, April 8 – TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE

On Monday, April 8th, the library will be closed. We hope you enjoy being in the path of totality for the solar eclipse. In the meantime, here are some eclipse-related links you might find interesting: Rochester Museum and Science Center Eclipse 2024: https://rochestereclipse2024.org/ Adirondack...

TRILLIUM Here to Answer Your Questions

TRILLIUM Here to Answer Your Questions

Teens & Adults: Trillium Health will have a table at MPL to answer your questions about their services. Trillium Health is a Community Health Center that provides extraordinary care for all, including LGBTQ+ health, ensuring equitable, judgement-free, and affordable care. Trillium Health will be here on the 3rd Tuesday in February, March, and April, from 2 PM – 4 PM. Stop by; no registration necessary! Tues, Feb 20, 2PM-4 PM ; Tues, Mar 19, 2PM-4PM ; Tues, Apr 16, 2PM-4PM.

Tuesday Travel Talk: Find It in the Finger Lakes

Tuesday Travel Talk: Find It in the Finger Lakes

Across the heart of New York, travelers embrace eleven finger-shaped lakes the glaciers left behind. Join Lisa Wemett and Terry Mulee on Tuesday, April 16, from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, for adventures discovering state parks and waterfalls, food and beverages, art and history, and hidden gems. The tourist industry offers many trails to explore, but we’ll help you craft your own journeys through this scenic section of NYS. (Photos by Terry Mulee.) Sign up today to reserve your seat for this terrific Tuesday Travel Talk at Mendon Public Library.

Teen Tuesday Volunteers

Teen Tuesday Volunteers

Middle and High Schoolers, you can be a part of our Teen Tuesday Volunteers. Meet in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesdays at 2:30 PM for a different activity each week. Help with a fun project and earn community service credit while you are at it!  Each session is...

Ongoing Programs

Ongoing Programs

(Click an image for more program details) BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS 3rd Monday of the month, 6:30-8:00 pm, at the library (EXCEPTION: Monday, January 8, 2024.) Registration required.             TUESDAY STORY TIME Tuesdays, 10-10:30, at the library (in the summer, at Harry...

Next Board of Trustees Meeting

Next Board of Trustees Meeting

The next regular meeting of the Mendon Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at 7 PM on Monday, April 1, at the library. Agenda and documents for the next board meeting will be available here 24 hours prior to the meeting. Agenda for March 4, 2024 MPL BOT Meeting Unapproved MPL BOT Meeting...