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Travel Talk: John Muir Trail Backpacking Trip
The John Muir Trail (JMT) is a 220 mile trail from the valley floor of Yosemite National Park to the top of Mt. Whitney at 14,500 ft. Join Barb and Lydia in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesday, October 24, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, to learn about their 28 days on the JMT. “The views from the JMT are absolutely amazing. We would like to share the views and the story of our journey, including spending a night on top of Mt. Whitney,” said Barb. Please reserve your spot today for this free presentation!
Sew Fun with Miss Jane: 4 Weeks to Learn Basic Hand Sewing with Craft Projects
Fourth graders through high school students, join us on Tuesday afternoons, September 26 - October 17, from 4 PM - 5 PM, to learn the basics of hand sewing with Miss Jane. Each week, Miss Jane will teach a different sewing skill and you'll be able to take home a different craft. This is a free...
2023-2024 VIP Passes and Empire Passes Available!
Use a Very Important Places (VIP) pass to receive a discount at one of Rochester and surrounding area's arts and cultural treasures. Check out a VIP pass for a participating museum or arts organization. Bring the VIP pass to the venue and enjoy discounted admissions or ticket purchases. (Please...
Meditation Mondays – Guided Meditation Series with Lori
4 Mondays (9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11) at 6:30PM, you can participate in a 1-hour, interactive, guided meditation. You won’t have to be a master to experience this ancient art by having someone guide you through the process. Everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. Sign up today for one class, or all four.
Business Briefings: Learn About Monroe County Micro Advantage Loan
Attention business owners, stop by the library to speak with representatives of Monroe County’s NEW Micro Advantage Loan Program. Stop in, between the hours of 4 pm and 6 pm on Thursday, October 12, when representatives will be tabling in the library’s study rooms to answer your questions. The Micro Advantage Loan Program can be used for nearly any business financing need, from working capital to equipment purchase and more. Most small businesses are eligible with special features for MWBE businesses.
What is Intuitive Tarot Reading and How to Begin
Ray, owner of Seven Seances Tarot, believes in practical, useful tarot readings. Tarot, in Ray’s opinion, can’t predict the future—it’s more like talking to a good friend and getting some guidance. Using the traditional Rider-Waite tarot deck, on Thursday, October 19, from 6:30pm – 7:30pm, Ray will explain in detail what intuitive tarot reading means and how to begin the process of learning it, complete with book recommendations. Each person attending will get a mini tarot reading as well! This is a free program, but registration is required. Teens and Adults are encouraged to sign up.
Save $ on Internet with ACP
The Mendon Public Library is proud to help promote the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). "The ACP was created through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to lower the cost of internet for students and families – a top priority for the Biden-Harris Administration. But millions of eligible...
Autumn Themed Air Plant Workshop
Please sign up to learn all about air plants and make your own with Sigriet! This program, for teens and adults, will be held in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Saturday, October 21 from 1:00PM - 2:00PM. Sigriet, of Prismatic Gardens, will provide all materials and guided...
Notary Public Available at MPL
Do you need something notarized? We now have a notary on Wednesdays from 5 PM - 8 PM, and on some Saturdays! It's best to call ahead, 624-6067, to confirm the availability of our notary.
LEGO Club – Monthly Challenge
Join other LEGO builders in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room with a new activity every month (2nd Thursdays: 9/14, 10/12, 11/9, & 12/14) from 4:30 PM - 5:30pm. Each child will receive a box of LEGOs and a prompt. Using their imagination, they can build what is suggested...
“Grow and Glow” – Earn Your Orange Firefly Patch
Firefly Friends is a 4-week program of nature-based stories, songs, and crafts. It is for children ages 2-5, with their caregiver present, and led by Jennifer DeVille Catalano to help little ones shine bright lights. Orange Firefly Patch is earned over 4 Wednesdays (10/18, 10/25, 11/1, and 11/8) at 10:00am – 10:40am in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. Space is limited, so registration is required for each child attending. The Caregiver needs to attend, but does not need a separate registration. Come meet Juniper the firefly puppet and help Miss Jennifer wake the sleeping fireflies!
Grab and Go Crafts: While Supplies Last
The Mendon Public Library will continue to offer craft kits while supplies last. Typically coinciding with the seasons, our crafts are made possible through the generous support of our Friends. Craft kits are typically assembled by our valuable volunteers. Have fun and get creative!
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On-Going Programs
(Click image for more program details) BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS 3rd Monday of the month, 6:30-8:00 pm, at the library. Registration required. TUESDAY STORY TIME Tuesdays, 10-10:30, at the library (in the summer, at Harry Allen Park gazebo.) ...
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, October 2, at the library. Agenda and documents for the next board meeting will be available here 24 hours prior to the meeting. Agenda for October 2, 2023 MPL BOT Meeting Unapproved MPL BOT...