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Latest Library News
The Friends of Mendon Public Library Annual Appeal and Endowment Initiative
The Friends of Mendon Public Library's Annual Appeal and Endowment Initiative are happening now! Please read the letters below. Thank you for your support! 2026 Friends of MPL Annual Appeal Letter Link Annual Appeal Donation Link 2026 Friends of MPL Endowment...
Learn About Natural Resources with Cornell Cooperative Extension
Kids, let’s learn about natural resources with Cornell Cooperative Extension. You can chose to attend 1, 2, or all 3 of these programs at the library: >>>Wed 8/12 10-11 AM: Water Runoff Demonstration; >>>Wed 8/19 10-11 AM: Pollutant Identification & Water Quality Testing; >>>Wed 8/26 10-11 AM: What is a Tree & How It Works. Registration is requested.
Visiting Artist Krista Flynn
The Mendon Public Library is excited to share the works of Krista Flynn through the end of September. Krista is a nature and portrait photographer residing in Honeoye Falls. Krista is inspired by the changing seasons, small, overlooked details, finding magic in the ordinary, light, and meaningful connection. Krista loves finding creative uses of light as well as intentional camera movement. As a nature photographer, Krista loves both small details and larger landscapes. One of her favorite places to photograph is the Adirondack mountains, a place that her late father adored. Krista loves to remember him through attempting to display the beauty of the place he loved so much. When she is photographing her human subjects, Krista is most inspired by authentic joyful moments that tell a story and loving connections between family members. Krista hopes to spread joy and beauty through her imagery. She is so grateful to be here and invites you to follow along with her on her journey on her website, www.kristaflynnphotography.com, or on Facebook (@kristaflynnphoto) or Instagram (@kristaflynnphoto and @kristaflynnphoto_nature ). Mendon Public Library is pleased to be able to showcase Krista’s beautiful photography through the end of September.
Crafting with the Girl Scouts
Preschool and Early Elementary Kids – Stop by the library on Tuesday, August 18th, from 10 AM to 12 PM to do some fun activities with local Girl Scouts. Maybe it will be bubble fun (blowing bubbles, bubble art, bubble experiments)! Or maybe it will be film canister rockets (baking soda & vinegar experiment! If the weather cooperates, we will be outside. Sign up to save your seat!
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!
Tuesday Story Time – Re-starts September 22
~~ TUESDAY STORY TIMES ARE ON A BRIEF PAUSE, BUT WILL RE-START ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22ND AT 10 AM ~~ 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.
V.I.P. Passes and Empire State Park Passes 2026-2027
Our 2026-2027 VIP (Very Important Places) Passes and our New York State Empire Passes are now in circulation! Click through to see what is available.
Seed Library
If you have an interest in starting seedlings, stop by the library and visit our new seed library. The seeds have been collected from donations by local gardeners, patrons, and nurseries, to provide a nice variety of vegetable seeds and flower seeds to choose from.
Saturday Story Time Twice A Month
Miss Lori loves to share stories, songs, and activities with preschool kids and their families! Join us the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, at 10 AM, at the Mendon Library, for a 1/2 hour of fun. No registration needed; just stop in! Upcoming Story Times: Aug. 22,...
CLOSED Saturday, September 5 and Monday, September 7 for Labor Day Weekend
Mendon Public Library will be closed on Saturday, September 5th and Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day Weekend. We will re-open on Tuesday, September 8th at 9 AM. FUN FACT: Your Monroe County Library System (MCLS) houses a significant collection of local and regional historic images. Click through here to view other photographs from the “Rochester Images digital collection”, archived and available through MCLS.
Knit Nook – 2nd and 4th Thursdays
Adults, join us at the library near the fireplace on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, 10 - 11:30 AM, to work on your knitting projects. No need to register. Looking forward to knitting with you! Upcoming Knit Nook dates: Aug 27, Sep 10, Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22,...
Sustainable Libraries Initiative
As stated in our October 7, 2025 press release: “Public libraries play a central role as both leader and educator in the community. The Mendon Public Library wants to use this power to lead by example and spark community conversations about resiliency and sustainability. As such, the library has started the process to become certified through the Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI).” Stay tuned for further updates on our SLI certification progress.
Friends of MPL Red Tote Bags for Sale
The Friends of the Mendon Public Library are offering their beautiful, red tote bags for sale at the library. These bags are $15/each. They are perfect for toting library books and/or gift giving. Bags are available for purchase at the library with cash, or checks made payable to the “Friends of the Mendon Public Library”, or can be paid online, and picked up at the library by showing your purchase confirmation at the circulation desk.
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, September 14th, at the library. Agenda and documents for the next regular board meeting will be available here 24 hours prior to the meeting. Agenda for August 3,...