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Saturday Story Times Twice A Month

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

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

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.

How Rochester Got Around – A History Talk with Matt Rogers of the Lost Borough

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.

LEGO Club Wednesday Afternoons

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,...

Teen/Tween Art Class – Fall Watercolors

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

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

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.

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. (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

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...