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ROC The Day on Tuesday, November 28
We are asking you to “ROC the Day” on Tuesday, November 28 to support the Friends of Mendon Public Library! Our Friends group is our key provider of programs and events that we could not otherwise offer to patrons. We would be grateful for your support! (Contributions can also be mailed to: Friends of Mendon Public Library, PO Box 425, 22 North Main St., Honeoye Falls, NY 14472.)
Gingerbread Creations
Visit the Mendon Public Library today to see "Mendon Public Library" & "The Original Mendon Public Library" gingerbread creations by Carrie Oderman; the details in these are amazing! We are so please that this talented and generous community member wanted to display this here for all to enjoy!
Teen Tuesdays
Get creative with our new Teen Tuesdays Makers Classes for Middle and High Schoolers. Meet in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesdays at 2:15 PM for a different project each week. Each class is expected to wrap up around 3:00 PM. Register to confirm a spot, or just stop by...
Read a Hat Trick for the Win!
From November 8, 2023 – February 2, 2024 youth in grades K-12 can read a “hat trick” of books (3 books) for each entry they make at their branch library. (A “hat trick” is when a hockey player scores three goals in one game.) Grand Prize winners will receive: Suite tickets for the Amerks game on February 18, 2024! There will be separate drawings for grades K-5 and grades 6-12 with a Grand Prize for each age group.
Grab and Go Crafts: While Supplies Last
The Mendon Public Library will continue to offer craft kits while supplies last. Typically coinciding with the seasons, our crafts are made possible through the generous support of our Friends. Craft kits are typically assembled by our valuable volunteers. Have fun and get creative!
Homework Help with Teen Tutors at MPL
Starting Saturday, November 4, students in grade 1st - 9th can sign up to meet with Teen Tutors at MPL. Ethan will be here Saturdays between 11 am - 1 pm. He will take half hour appointments, or you can try to walk in. These tutoring sessions will take place in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs...
Discontinuing Book Drop in Mendon Hamlet
The off-site book drop at the Mendon Meadows Mall will be discontinued. The last day library materials will be accepted into this book drop is NOVEMBER 30. We do apologize for any inconvenience, but overall the usage has decreased over the years. The book drop at Mendon Public Library, 22 N Main...
INTRODUCING: 12 “Diverse Voices” Book Discussion Kits
Mendon Public Library is pleased to announce the arrival of our new DIVERSE VOICES BOOK DISCUSSION KITS. The Rochester Regional Library Council and The Friends & Foundation of Rochester Public Library awarded a grant from the Harold Hacker Fund for the Advancement of Libraries to make the creation of these kits possible. Twelve Diverse Voices Book Discussion Kits were created. Each kit contains seven copies of a particular title and seven copies of a book discussion guide, conveniently circulated in a special tote bag. Titles were selected to represent diverse characters, authors, and topics. The intended audiences for the Diverse Voices kits are both established and new book groups, and anyone who may wish to host a single book discussion for their friends, family, coworkers, etc. The book kits have an extended 8-week loan period.
CPR Training Kits
Thanks to a collaboration from the American Heart Association, UR Medicine, and the Monroe County Library System, you can learn to save lives with CPR from the comfort of your own home or classroom. Hands-Only CPR training kits are available to borrow at Mendon Public Library, and other select Monroe County Libraries. The unit includes a rubber torso, or manikin, to guide proper hand placement as well as compression rate and depth, and instructions. The Hand-Only CPR kits are available to be checked out and returned at any public library in Monroe County, just as with other library materials.
Holiday Cookie Decorating with Daydream Cakes
Teens & Adults join us on Wednesday, November 29, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room for a fun night of holiday cookie decorating with Daydream Cakes. Learn from Rebecca all the finest cookie decorating techniques. Make a few of your own sugar cookie gingerbread people to take home. Class limited to 15 teens and adults. Sign up today to reserve your spot.
Travel Talk: ADKs in the Winter
The Adirondacks have SO much to offer in the winter. Join Zack, co-founder, and guide at Guide ADK, as we learn about skiing, hiking, snowshoeing and ice climbing in New York State's winter playground. Sign up today for this all ages, free talk on Saturday, December 2, 1:00pm - 2:00pm in the...
Travel Talk: Which Viking Cruise in Right for You?
Christy Masters, of Set and Rise Vacations, will be at the Mendon Public Library on Tuesday, December 5, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, with a free talk on “Which Viking Cruise is Right for You?” With such a tremendous choice of itineraries, it can be hard to narrow down which cruise is the right one for you. Christy is a fully-certified Viking Expert in Viking Fundamentals, River, Ocean and Expedition Cruises which allows her to provide plenty of information on European River Cruises, Ocean Cruises as well as cruises on the Mississippi! Christy will also share information about the new 2024 European Travel Visa requirement. Reserve your seat today for this free talk.
Meet Elephant and Piggie!
Join us, on Saturday, December 9, 11:00am – 12:00pm in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, to meet our special guests, Elephant & Piggie! We will share stories, a craft, and even take some photos with Elephant and Piggie! This free program is open to all. Please sign up to reserve your spot.
Meditation Mondays – Guided Meditation Series with Lori
4 Mondays (9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11) at 6:30PM, you can participate in a 1-hour, interactive, guided meditation. You won’t have to be a master to experience this ancient art by having someone guide you through the process. Everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. Sign up today for one class, or all four.
LEGO Club – Monthly Challenge
Join other LEGO builders in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room with a new activity every month (2nd Thursdays: 9/14, 10/12, 11/9, & 12/14) from 4:30 PM - 5:30pm. Each child will receive a box of LEGOs and a prompt. Using their imagination, they can build what is suggested...
Winter Themed Air Plant Workshop with Sigriet
Learn all about air plants and make your own with Sigriet! This program on Saturday, December 16, from 11:00am - 12:00pm is for teens and adults. Sigriet of Prismatic Gardens will provide all materials and guided instruction will to make your very own glass globe air plant garden for winter. Class...
Rock, Rhythm, and Roll into the Holidays with Judy Drew
Kids aged 1.5 - 5 and their caregivers are encouraged to join us on Saturday, December 9, 10:30am - 11:00am, for a fun program with dance teacher, Judy Drew. We'll be bringing in the holidays with "Rock, Rhythm, and Roll." Sign up today to reserve your spot! Also, plan to stick around after for a...
Save $ on Internet with ACP
The Mendon Public Library is proud to help promote the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). "The ACP was created through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to lower the cost of internet for students and families – a top priority for the Biden-Harris Administration. But millions of eligible...
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On-Going 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. Registration required. TUESDAY STORY TIME Tuesdays, 10-10:30, at the library (in the summer, at Harry Allen Park gazebo.) ...
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, December 4, at the library. Agenda and documents for the next board meeting will be available here 24 hours prior to the meeting. Agenda for November 6, 2023 MPL BOT Meeting Unapproved MPL BOT...