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Wild Wings Donation Drive
During the month of October, Mendon Public Library and Pittsford Community Library are accepting donations on behalf of Wild Wings. This drive, in the spirit of The Great Give Back, will support Wild Wings' mission to ... ...care for permanently injured and non-releasable animals which are unable...
Tuesday Story Time
Join Miss Kelly each Tuesday morning at 10 AM for Story Time. Preschoolers and their caregivers will read a few stories, sing a few songs, and make new friends. Registration not necessary.
Saturday Story Times Twice A Month
Miss Lori loves to share stories, songs, and activities with preschool kids and their families! Join us every other Saturday, starting October 12th, at 10:00 AM in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room for a half hour of fun. Registration is not required; just stop in! The following Saturday Story Times are currently scheduled: October 12, October 26, November 9, and November 23.
Teen Tuesday Volunteers
Middle and High Schoolers: Do you want to make a difference by helping your library and community? Would you like to earn community service credit? Join us on select Tuesdays to participate in various activities. We will meet at the Mendon Public Library, from 2:30 – 4 on the following Tuesdays: Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22, Nov 12, Nov 26, and Dec 10. Space is limited; registration is recommended.
Neighbors Meet and Greet Thursdays at 11 AM
Thursdays, starting October 3rd, from 11 AM to about 11:45 AM, stop by to chat and have a cup of tea! Everyone is welcome, whether you are new to town or a lifelong resident. (Note: NOT being held on Thursday, November 14th, due to staff training that morning.) Nothing is required except the enjoyment of people and community. Hosted by volunteers and staff with support from The Friends of Mendon Public Library.
Grab and Go Crafts: While Supplies Last
The Mendon Public Library will continue to offer Take & Make Craft Kits while supplies last. Our crafts are made possible through the generous support of The Friends of Mendon Public Library. Have fun and get creative!
How Rochester Got Around – A History Talk with Matt Rogers of the Lost Borough
Teens and adults, join us on Tuesday, October 15th, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, for an informative talk with Matt Rogers of The Lost Borough. He’ll cover early canal travel and our ship-building industry, early public transit like the Carthage Railroad and street cars, to subway and interurban lines, and the beginnings of automobiles and the interstate system. Sign up to reserve your seat. Sponsored by the Friends of the Mendon Public Library.
Needs, Wants and Savings Program for Teens by Reliant Credit Union
Teens who want to learn how to save for “Needs, Wants and Savings” are encouraged to join Karen from Reliant Credit Union on Wednesday, October 16th, from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM at the Mendon Library as she offers tips and tricks to get this all done! Parents are welcome, too. Please sign up to save your seat.
LEGO Club Wednesday Afternoons
Join other LEGO builders one Wednesday a month, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, starting September 25th. Each child will receive a box of LEGO bricks and a creative building prompt. Using their imagination, participants can build what is suggested,...
Working with AI: How AI Can be Used at Home and Work while Still Being Safe and Ethical
Adults and Teens: Join us on Thursday, October 17, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, for an interesting informational talk with Christopher Harris, Librarian, writer and speaker in Rochester, NY. Dr. Harris will share information about AI: How it came to...
Meet Author Veera Hiranandani – Win A Free Signed Book!
Mendon Library is hosting award-winning author Veera Hiranandani! Register now because the first 20 Tweens/Teens to register will receive a signed copy of her book The Night Diary! This event, sponsored in part by The Greater Rochester Youth Read, will be held in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesday, October 22nd, from 6:30PM – 7:30PM.
Teen/Tween Art Class – Fall Watercolors
Teens and Tweens, come to the Mendon Library on Saturday, October 26, from 1 PM to 2 PM, and learn about the magic of watercolors using leaves and stencils. The techniques will be taught by artist Deb Coller, and all supplies are provided! Registration is required. This program is open to grades...
Spooky Halloween Show “Psychics & Mediums” with Magician Cris Johnson
Tweens, Teens and Adults: sign up to attend this show, called “Psychics & Mediums”, with Magician Cris Johnson on Wednesday, October 30th, 6:30PM – 7:30PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. The show is a fun, historical show based on many famous ‘psychics’ from the past. Registration required. Sponsored by The Friends of the Mendon Public Library.
Motional Intelligence for Seniors
Many of us think our ability to move will steadily worsen as we age. But with self-awareness and some smart choices, movement can be easier than we think! Join any or all 3 movement awareness classes based on the Feldenkrais Method (tinyurl.com/felden-what) being offered on November 12, January 14, and March 5. All are welcome; bring a friend! PLEASE NOTE: This event will be held at Pinehurst Senior Living Community. Your instructor, Lisa Hochgraf, has studied Feldenkrais for over 20 years. Sponsored by the Friends of Mendon Public Library.
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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. (Some exceptions to 3rd Monday. Call 624-6067 to confirm.) Registration required. TUESDAY STORY TIME Tuesdays, 10-10:30, at the library (in the...
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, November 4, at the library. Agenda and documents for the next board meeting will be available here 24 hours prior to the meeting. Agenda for October 7, 2024 MPL Board of Trustees Meeting...