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Latest Library News
COVID-19 Update: MPL Physical Spaces
The Mendon Public Library has long enjoyed being the heart of our Town. During the current COVID health emergency, we’ve adjusted our physical spaces and gathering protocols. Chairs and tables have been disbursed to keep everyone at a distance. We are constantly disinfecting/sanitizing high use...
“Share a Kind Note” with Seniors & Shut-Ins
Mendon Public Library (MPL) encourages everyone in our community to “Share a Kind Note.” From now until mid-December, card making materials will be available near the circulation desk. Patrons are encouraged to select an image, message, and card to color and paste then return the finished...
Library Board of Trustees Thanks Mendon Town Board for Approving Budget
The Board of Trustees of the Mendon Public Library recently sent a letter to the Mendon Town Board thanking them for approving the Library's 2021 budget. The letter said, We wish to extend a sincere thank you to the Town of Mendon Board for approving the Library's annual operating budget of...
MPL Toys for Tots Collection Site
The Kade Project is excited about assisting with the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program and Detachment 468 of the Marine Corps League again this year. Drop boxes are placed at locations in the Honeoye Falls/Lima/Mendon area including the Mendon Public Library and Honeoye Falls Market Place. The...
Seasonal Take & Make Crafts available at MPL
Following on the success of our Summer Reading Take & Make Kits, the library continues to offer seasonal craft kits for patrons of all ages to complete in the comfort of their homes. Craft a Pine Cone Thanksgiving Turkey, Popsicle Stick Snowflake, or Winter Tree (coming soon). Supplies are...
Virtual Story Time Celebrating Winter from MPL’s Igloo
Saturday, December 19, 2020, 1:00-1:30 PM Join Ivy on Mendon Public Library's Facebook Live as she celebrates winter from the recently completed MPL "Milk Carton" Igloo! Geared towards preschoolers and early elementary students. Sign up by calling the library, 624-6067. Once you're signed up,...
End-of-Year Giving
There’s still time for you to make a difference at the Mendon Public Library by supporting the “Imagine Your Story” Annual Appeal. Please consider making a year-end donation.
ROC the DAY
Don’t forget to ROC the Day for the Friends of the Mendon Public Library on December 1, 2020. It’s 24 hours of unprecedented community giving. And it’s your chance to make a real difference right here. Help support the library by donating to the Friends of the Mendon Public Library at...
Free Wi-Fi Available
The wi-fi provided by the Mendon Public Library is available all the time, whether the building is open or not. The signal reaches to much of the parking lot. (The wi-fi, as all library internet service, is filtered for CIPA compliance.)
Tuesday Story Time at the Gazebo
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM (RAIN OR SHINE) PreSchoolers & Caregivers are invited to join us for songs, stories and crafts at the gazebo in Harry Allen Park (in the village of Honeoye Falls, across N. Main Street from the Mendon Public Library) Masks and social distancing required.
Try our Mobile Hotspots!
Sign out one of our LTE Mobile Hotspot devices and connect to the world wherever you go. Perfect for camping, boating, hiking, and even at home. A special thanks to The Friends of Mendon Public Library for allowing us to make mobile hotspots available to our patrons.
Virtual Home Alone Training Course for Kids 7-12 years old
Tuesday, February 16, 2021, 1 pm - 3 pm Virtual Home Alone Training Course for kids ages 7-12 years old. Cost is $22/student payable by cash or check to Epic Trainings at the time of registration. Must pre-register by noon on February 15, 2021. Call to sign up, 624-6067.
Curbside Service Still Available
We know not everyone is comfortable coming into the library at this time. We get that. In order to serve everyone in the community, we will continue our curbside pickup service Monday through Thursday from 9 AM - 8 PM, Friday and Saturday from 10 AM - 3 PM. To place a curbside order, please email...
Virtual Babysitting Course for 11+ Year-Olds
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 from 9AM - Noon Virtual Babysitting Course taught by Epic Trainings and Coordinated by Mendon Public Library. Registered students receive Workbook & Certification Card. Cost is $32/student payable in cash or check made payable to Epic Trainings at the time of...
New Book List Promotes Understanding and Inclusion
Our latest book list is entitled "Stories to Promote Kindness, Friendliness, Understanding, and More Acceptance of Others." It includes over 40 picture books, both fiction and non-fiction. This book list is geared primarily toward three to eight-year olds. Topics include: identity, friendship,...