UPCOMING EVENTS
| The Knit Nook Thursday, February 27 10:00-11:30 AM *For All Ages and All Abilities* This knitting group is all about fellowship and outreach. Learn to knit a simple project or bring one that's in progress. The Knit Nook is open to all. |
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Paper Folding Star Class Monday, March 9 6:30-8:00 PM *For Adults and Teens* Join us to create three beautiful paper folded stars. Judy Plum will lead this fun class for teens or adults. Everyone will take home three beautiful stars to add color to their windows and homes. $3 fee payable in cash at class. Class requires registration, 624-6067.
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RECURRING EVENTS
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Story Time Mondays and Tuesdays 10:00-10:30 AM *For Toddlers to Preschool* Meet us for stories and more! These times will encourage early literacy, a love of books and being read to, following simple directions, taking turns, being part of a group, and being a good listener. No registration is necessary. |
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Lunch Bunch Preschool Story Time Tuesdays 12:00-12:30 PM *For Older Preschoolers* Bring your own lunch to this Lunch Bunch Story Time that includes stories and more to encourage literacy, a love of books and being read to, following simple directions, taking turns, being part of a group, and being a good listener. Registration not required.
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Paws to Relax Second and fourth Tuesdays 6:30-7:15 PM *For Everyone* Drop in and spend a few minutes with Hollie, our visiting therapy dog. If we have enough eager readers present, Miss Nettie will read a book. |
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Technology Training Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Wednesdays, 4:00-7:00 PM *For Adults* Laptops, tablets, e-readers, iPads, and more. Have a question? Come to a FREE, one-on-one training session to get answers and learn how to do it yourself. Call 624-6067 for an appointment; walk-ins welcome if space allows.
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Garden Group Fourth Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:00 PM *For Teens and Adults* Share your interest and love for gardening with teens and adults at this informal gathering. We will enjoy sharing seeds, cuttings, garden pictures, and gardening tales. Free. Please call to reserve your spot, 624-6067 |
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The Knit Nook Second and fourth Thursdays 10:00 - 11:30 AM *For All Ages and All Abilities* This knitting group is all about fellowship and outreach. Learn to knit a simple project or bring one that's in progress. The Knit Nook is open to all knitters: people who can join us at our Thursday (2nd & 4th) sessions or those who knit at home. We are constantly updating and restocking our pattern and supply bin located at the library. Join us in knitting and creating, and even donate to our "Keep Rochester Warm" initiative. We'll be gathering handmade items every fall to share with those in our community who need some extra warmth. Happy knitting! |
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LEGO Club Every 3rd Monday of the month in Winter/Spring *For Children ages 6-12* Come and build your most impressive creations! Join Miss Lisa every 3rd Monday of the month for fun with LEGOs. No registration is necessary. |
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Story Time with Miss Nettie Fourth Saturdays 11:00-11:30 AM Join Miss Nettie for this Saturday story time. Children and adults alike will stay amused during this time that encourages early literacy, a love of books and of being read to, and good listening. No registration is necessary. |
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NEWS & NOTES |
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Thank you Donors & Volunteers
The Staff, Board and Friends of the Mendon Public Library thank you for the generous donations to the library over the past year. Look for your end-of-year giving statement in mail or email. |
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Don't live in Monroe County? Don't have a library card? That's okay!
You don't have to be a Monroe County resident or have a library card to use our free high-speed WiFi, utilize the copier, print things, reserve a study room, or just hang out at the library to read or work. ANYONE can use the Mendon Public Library! If you live outside of Monroe County but still want to get a library card, we offer a courtesy out-of-county library card that enables you to use any of Mendon's services and check out any of our materials. We also offer Monroe County cards at $25 a year that give you full access to all Monroe libraries, Overdrive (where you can check out e-materials), and the ability to place inter-library loans! |
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Free High-Speed WiFi
High-speed wireless internet access is available to patrons who bring in their laptops or mobile devices. Our WiFi speed consistently clocks in at 10+ Mbps for downloads and 10+ Mbps for uploads, making it a breeze to work, study, stream content, and download files at the library. Combine this with our wireless printing, and you are set to go! |
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| Got talent you would be willing to share? We're looking for artists and craftspeople who would like to teach others by offering a program at our library. We'd love to hear from you! Read more |
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The Mendon Public Library is accessible to people with disabilities. To request specific accommodations for a program or event, call (585) 624-6067 at least 10 days prior to the event. |
