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Rochester’s Subway System History Talk with Matt Rogers of The Lost Borough
Adults and Teens. Join Matt Rogers of The Lost Borough on Wednesday, July 15th, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM, at the library for more hidden history of Rochester! This time, unearth the unique story of the country’s smallest city to build, operate, and then abandon a subway system. Sponsored by The Friends of Mendon Public Library.
“Give A Mouse A Cookie” Special Story Time & Dance Party
Join Mendon Public Library on Thursday, July 16th, from 10 – 11 AM, as we celebrate Give a Mouse a Cookie Day! This will be a special celebration of the iconic book “If You Give A Mouse A Cookie” that was written by Laura Numeroff and illustrated by Felicia Bond. We will read a few stories, meet the mouse, have crafts and a wiggle, jiggle dance party! Maybe we’ll even share a few cookies! Sign up to save your seat!
Captain Jack is Back! Storytime and Treasure Hunt
Kids. Join us at the library on Thursday, July 16th, from 1 -2 PM for a special Story Time with Captain Jack! We will read some stories and then set off on a Treasure Hunt. Reserve your spot!
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.
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
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.
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. Don’t miss our Opening Party on Thursday, June 25, at 6:30 PM with The Bubble Man’s Juggling and Comedy Show!
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!
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: Jul 9, Jul 23, Aug 13, Aug 27, Sep 10, Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22, Dec 10,...
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.
Volun-Teen Gardeners! Weekly on Tuesdays Through August 4
6th – 12th Graders: Join Emily at the library on Tuesdays, from 1 – 2:30 PM, to help in our veggie garden this summer. Registration is required.
LEGO Club Wednesdays in July
*** PLEASE NOTE: The JULY 15th LEGO Club will be held in the library (with air conditioning!) *** Children ages 6-12 are encouraged to sign up ahead of time to reserve your spot at LEGO Club. Each Wednesday, from July 1 to July 29, 11 AM to 11:45 AM, Miss Lisa will prepare a LEGO Club activity for 18 participants. All LEGOs and materials will be supplied. Weather permitting, this program will take place at Rotary Park, 214 N. Main St., Honeoye Falls, NY 14472. Reservations for each session are required. Register here, or call the library at 624-6067.
Wee Ones Wednesdays through August 5
Bring your preschoolers and early elementary students to the library at 10 AM on Wednesdays, starting July 1st, to enjoy a morning of “Unearthing a Story.” A 30+ minute story and creative time for young ones and their caregivers. We will be outside, if possible; no registration required. Wee Ones Wednesdays are scheduled for: July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29, and August 5.
Dinosaur Hot Glass Demonstration and Make Your Own Clay Dino or Fossil
School Age Kids: Tuesday, July 28th, 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.
Photography Display by Hazel Jokl
This month the Mendon Public Library will showcase the photography of Hazel Jokl. Hazel is a senior at Honeoye Falls-Lima High School. During COVID when school was temporarily shut down, Hazel began photographing things in the natural environment around her that she previously hadn’t had time to notice. She enjoys how photography enables artists to capture the mysteries of nature. More information about Mendon Public Library displays, programs, and initiatives feel free to call the library at (585) 624-6067.
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: July 25, Aug. 8, Aug. 22,...
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.
V.I.P. Passes and NY Empire Pass for 2025-2026
Our 2025-2026 VIP (Very Important Places) Passes and our New York State Empire Passes are now in circulation! Click through to see what is available.
BookPage and Reading Recommendations Available at MPL
Thanks to the Friends of Mendon Public Library, we have a subscription to BookPage in 2025! These publications, printed monthly, will be free for our library patrons to take with them, if they wish.
Gale Presents: Udemy for Online Learning
Monroe County Library System card holders now have free access to “Gale Presents: Udemy”, an online learning platform that connects patrons to video-based courses taught by leading experts in business, technology, and more. Udemy users can explore thousands of continuously updated on-demand video courses that match their professional goals and personal interests. Follow the enclosed link and use your email address to create your Udemy account. ***Udemy is provided by “Wired for Opportunity”, a Monroe County Library System digital equity initiative supported by grant funds from Monroe County***
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Next Board of Trustees Meeting
The next regular meeting of the Mendon Public Library Board of Trustees will be held at 7 PM on Wednesday, July 1, at the library. Agenda and documents for the next regular board meeting will be available here 24 hours prior to the meeting. Agenda for July 1, 2026 MPL Board of Trustees Meeting ...