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Capturing Nature: How to Take Better Outside Photos with @jackiephotographyroc
Join Jackie McGriff, portrait photographer and owner of Jackie Photography, @jackiephotographyroc, at this fun program for older school age kids, teens, and adults. Work with Jackie outside as we explore Harry Allen Park and get tips on using our phones and cameras to take great outdoor photos....
Kids Publish First-Ever Tails & Tales Summer Reading Newsletter
Mendon Public Library is thrilled to present our just released, first-ever Tails & Tales Summer Reading Newsletter. Written and created by kids, this newsletter is available now ( July Kids Newsletter ) and at the library. If you want to submit articles, photos, and other material for the next...
Summer Reading 2021: Tails & Tales Programs, Reading Incentives, and Prizes!
Just like always, the Mendon Public Library will be offering a Summer Reading Program (SRP) this summer. Our “Tails & Tales” Summer Reading Program will run from June 23 - August 13, 2021. Kids, teens, and adults will have reading incentives to keep them engaged in reading throughout the...
Video now available! – Horses, Writing, and Life: Virtual Program with Award Winning Author G. Neri and Director of A Horse’s Friend, Matthew Doward
Elementary Students, Middle School Students, High School Students and their families will want watch the video recorded during this virtual program about horses, writing, and life. Award Winning author, G. Neri, talks about writing and his books, especially Ghetto Cowboy, now a major motion...
Mendon History Boards Currently on Display at Mendon Public Library
In preparation for an upcoming week celebrating the agricultural roots of our community, the Honeoye Falls-Town of Mendon Historical Society has loaned five history boards and a hewn log for display at the Mendon Public Library. The display will be up throughout the Summer Reading Program for...
Summer Reading Crafts: Something Different Every Week
This summer, the Mendon Public Library will be offering crafts kits as part of our Summer Reading Program. Each Monday, we'll be sharing 100 Kid Grab and Go Story Kits, 40 Teen Grab and Go Story Kits, and 10 Adult Grab and Go Story Kits (including a book, craft, and snack). Sign out the "Kit" and...
Mendon Public Library Summer Hours and Other Important Information
Starting June 14th, the Mendon Public Library will swap its Saturday hours to extend open hours during the week. On Monday, June 14th, the Mendon Public Library will be open 9 am – 8 pm Monday through Thursday and 9 am – 3 pm on Friday. The library will be closed on Saturdays until after Labor...
Staff Picks: Click Here to View Full Post
If you are looking for a book recommendation (printed or electronic), then you have come to the right place. Our staff has compiled a list of recommendations with options for all ages. Be sure to check back, as we will occasionally update the list. Happy reading!
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.
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. Dress for the...
Anne-Marie Gordon Recognized for Years of Service on Mendon Public Library Board of Trustees
At the February meeting of the Mendon Public Library Board of Trustees, Anne-Marie Gordon (2nd from left, back row) was recognized for her years of service to the Mendon Public Library. Anne-Marie has served on the Board since 2016, most recently as Recording Secretary. A public school librarian...
Wish List
Are you looking for a way to help your library, but would rather donate in a tangible way? Working in partnership with supporters like you, the library can reach beyond the everyday to achieve excellence. Our Wish List includes some specific ways that your donation, large or small, could be used...
Patrons May Now Place Items on “Hold” at Their Own Branch
The Monroe County Library System recently made a change to their "Holds" feature. Patrons can now place a "hold" for an item on the shelf at their library branch. And, if you have selected the "text notification feature" on the holds system, you will be texted within 30 minutes of the item being...
Town of Mendon Installs Electric Car Charging Station at Mendon Public Library
The Town of Mendon recently installed two electric vehicle charging stations in the parking lot of the Mendon Public Library, 22 N. Main St., Honeoye Falls, NY. Drivers are welcome to charge their electric vehicles 24/7 and are encouraged to patronize local businesses and services while they...
Next Board of Trustees Meeting
The next meeting of the Mendon Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday August 2, via Zoom. To request the zoom link, or submit comments or questions, please email to mendonlibrarycirculation@libraryweb.org by 5 p.m.
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.)
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,...