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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 Initiative Letter Link Endowment...
Revolutionary Waterway: Erie Canal & the American Revolution
Those interested in history, specifically the American Revolution and its connection to the Erie Canal, will not want to miss this special program at the library on Wednesday, August 5th, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM, with Derrick Pratt, Director of Education & Public Programs at the Erie Canal Museum. This program is free and open to all. Please register to save a seat.
3rd Quarter Moon Yoga With Niki of Yoga Love
Ages 10 and up can join Niki of Yoga Love of Honeoye Falls on Thursday, August 6th, from 9 – 10 AM, and be guided through a slow flow yoga practice opening our bodies while using the breath. Connect to some moon postures and connect to your own inner light. This will be held outside at Rotary Park near the basketball courts (or at the library if the weather is poor.) Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat (if you have one) and towel. Registration is requested.
Tween/Teen Open Craft Time Through August 6
6th-12th graders, join Miss Emily at the library for special events on Thursdays, 1 – 2 PM, each week, June 25 through August 6. Registration is required.
“Jurassic Journeys” Closing Party featuring Magician Cris Johnson
Join us at the library on Thursday, August 6th, from 2 – 2:45 PM, for a special party celebrating the conclusion of our Summer Reading Program. This show is an incredible blend of puppetry, interaction, magic, fossils, and more. Magician Cris Johnson will come dressed as a paleontologist with “Jurassic Journeys” featuring museum-quality fossil replicas, colorful backdrops, music, and more. Also, Kona Ice Truck will be serving up treats following the program thanks to the Kiwanis! Sign up to save your seat.
ONLINE: Rochester Rainbow Union – Preserving a Collection and a Community
Did you know that Monroe County is home to the largest circulating LGBTQ+ library in New York State? How is its history connected with the Stonewall liberation movement and the current Rochester Rainbow Union? To learn more, join us online on Thursday, August 6th, from 6 – 7 PM, where this lively talk will fill you in about one of the most unique collections and communities in our area. Hosted by the Rush Public Library and presented by Gerry Szymanski, the Lilac Librarian at the Rainbow Union, and Senior Librarian for Reserves and Digital Services at the Sibley Music Library at the Eastman School of Music. Please register in advance for this online event. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the program.
Super Fun Friday Movies through August 7
Enjoy family-fun movies in our comfy chairs, air conditioning, and snacks. Friday afternoons, 1 – 3 PM, through August 7. Here is our current schedule of titles (subject to change.) All are rated PG. July 10: Journey to the Center of the Earth, July 17: IF, July 24: Super Mario Galaxy Movie, July 31: Hoppers, August 7: Animal Farm
Summer Reading 2026 “Unearth A Story” June 25 to August 8
The 2026 Summer Reading Program “Unearth A Story” starts on Thursday, June 25 and ends Saturday, August 8. Click through to learn about our many activities, programs, raffles, and prizes for all ages.
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 Public Library, for a half hour of fun. No registration required; just stop in! Upcoming Story Times: Aug. 8, Aug. 22, Sept. 12,...
Dinosaur Hot Glass Demonstration and Make Your Own Clay Dino or Fossil
NEW DATE: School Age Kids: Tuesday, August 11th, at 9 AM, Jen Kuhn of Magpie Glass will bring her glass studio van to share her glass flame working with us. We will work together to design and then help her create a glass dinosaur for the library to keep. Following the dinosaur hot glass demo, each child in attendance will use clay and/or play dough to create a dinosaur or fossil to take home. Registration limited to 25 children.
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.
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.
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.
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 13, Aug 27, Sep 10, Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22, Dec 10, Jan 14, Feb 11,...
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!
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.
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, 2026 MPL Board of Trustees...