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Children's Books and Books for Adults in Excellent Condition Welcome! If you have children's books or books in excellent condition for adults that need a new home, please consider donating them to the Mendon Public Library. Also, next time you are in the library, don't forget to peruse the items on display in our ongoing in-library book store! There are oodles of items to choose from, including DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, and books for all ages. Everything is offered at amazingly low prices. All proceeds from the in-library book store go toward making the Mendon Public Library even better. For more information, call the library at 624-6067. |
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Summer Reading Program Closing Party: African Drums, Storytelling, Dancing, & Singing Thursday, August 16 6:00-7:00 PM *For Everyone* Join Mayukwa Kashiwa of Building Families First, Inc. as he shares his knowledge of African drums and culture. If the weather is nice, we will be outside to share in this special event that will close down our Summer Reading Program for 2018. If you have a drum or other percussion instrument, please bring it along! |
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Summer Stars: Mini Firefly Friends Camp Monday-Friday, August 20-24 12:30-1:05 PM *For Preschoolers Ages 2-5* This Firefly Friends Mini Camp will meet for five consecutive days. The children will enjoy stories, songs, and crafts with a different star-related theme each day (stars on stems, stars in the soil, stars in the sea, stars in the snow, stars in the sky). They will earn their glow-in-the-dark star patch on the last day. The camp will be led by Jennifer DeVille Catalano. There is a suggested materials donation of $10 per child to cover the cost of the patch and craft supplies for the five classes. Space is limited. Call 624-6067 to register. |
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Self-Defense for Teens Monday, August 27 7:00-8:00 PM *For Teens* Join the Mendon Public Library Teen Advisory Board as they host April, our instructor in self-defense for the night. Wear comfortable clothes and come ready to move. We may do this program outside if the weather allows. Call 624-6067 to register. |
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Be the Change You Wish to See: Poetry Reading and Book Talk with Sueann Wells and Jennifer DeVille Catalano Tuesday, August 28 7:00-8:00 PM *For Teens and Adults* Why must people fight? Why can’t people get along? We can do better. Do what’s right even when it’s hard. Be the best You you can be, and let your self shine as inspiration to others. Join local authors Sueann Wells and Jennifer DeVille Catalano at this poetry reading and book talk. Call 624-6067 to register. |
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Knit Nook Restart Thursday, September 13 10:00-11:30 AM *For All Ages and Abilities* The Knit Nook group at MPL will be back in action beginning September 13. This knitting group is all about fellowship and outreach. Learn to knit a simple project or bring one that's in progress. The Knit Nook is open to all knitters: people who can join us at our Thursday sessions (2nd and 4th Thursday) or those who knit at home. The group is constantly updating and restocking its pattern and supply bin located at the library. Join us in knitting and creating, and even donate to our "Keep Rochester Warm" initiative. They'll be gathering handmade items every fall to share with those in our community who need some extra warmth. |
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Fortnite Friday @ MPL Friday, September 14 6:30-8:00 PM *For Teens* Calling all middle and high school-aged students! Join us at the library for Fortnite. Bring a device or use our computers. The event is limited to 10 teens. Everyone must pre-register by September 12th. Call 624-6067 to register. |
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Sweet as Pie! Mendon Public Library's 2018 Annual Appeal Now through December 31 *For Everyone* The Mendon Public Library is a lovely place where you can find all kinds of sweet things: the latest books, a book on cd for an upcoming car trip, a new movie to entertain the kids, tech assistance for the new iPad, WiFi access to online information, conference space for your book club, and so much more.
The Trustees of the Mendon Public Library, library staff, and Friends all work together to provide a “Sweet as Pie” resource for everyone in our community. The taxes and library fees that fund our operations are handled with great care and sound fiscal practices. Our budget remains tight, and everyone works hard to manage expenses responsibly.
If you think the Mendon Public Library is “Sweet as Pie,” please consider a gift to support the Friends.
Information on how to make a tax deductible donation can be found on the "Support the Library" link above. The Friends are cooking up some savory improvements and appreciate any support you may be able to provide. |
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RECURRING EVENTS
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Paws to Relax Is Taking a Break Until September *For Everyone* Drop in and spend a few minutes with one of our two therapy dogs. If we have enough eager readers present, Miss Nettie will also read a book. |
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Story Time Is Taking a Break Until September *For Toddlers to Pre-School* Meet us for stories and more! These times will encourage early literacy, a love of books and being read to, following simple directions, taking turns, being part of a group, and being a good listener. No registration necessary. |
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Technology Training Tuesdays, 10 AM-1 PM Wednesdays, 4-7 PM *For Adults* Laptops, tablets, e-readers, iPads, and more. Have a question? Come to a FREE, one-on-one training session to get answers and learn how to do it yourself. Call 624-6067 for an appointment; walk-ins welcome if space allows.
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Building Buddies/LEGO Club Is Taking a Break Until September *For Ages 1-12* Building Buddies for ages 1-4; Lego Club for ages 5-12. Join us for an hour of cooperative play with our library supply of Duplos and LEGOs.
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The Knit Nook Is Taking a Break Until September *For All Ages and All Abilities* This knitting group is all about fellowship and outreach. Learn to knit a simple project or bring one that's in progress. The Knit Nook is open to all knitters: people who can join us at our Thursday sessions or those who knit at home. We are constantly updating and restocking our pattern and supply bin located at the library. Join us in knitting and creating, and even donate to our "Keep Rochester Warm" initiative. We'll be gathering handmade items every fall to share with those in our community who need some extra warmth. Happy knitting! |
UPCOMING EVENTS
For Details, go to What We Offer, Events Calendar
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Story Time Startups Tuesday, September 18 & Friday, September 21 10:00-10:30 AM |
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Firefly Friends: Your Light is Bright Wednesday, September 19 12:30-1:05 PM |
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Building Buddies Club Startup Thursday, September 20 10:00-11:00 AM |
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Don't live in Monroe County? Don't have a library card? That's okay! You don't have to be a Monroe County resident or have a library card to use our free high-speed WiFi, utilize the copier, print things, reserve a study room, or just hang out at the library to read or work. ANYONE can use the Mendon Public Library! If you live outside of Monroe County but still want to get a library card, we offer a courtesy out-of-county library card that enables you to use any of Mendon's services and check out any of our materials. We also offer Monroe County cards at $25 a year that give you full access to all Monroe libraries, Overdrive (where you can check out e-materials), and the ability to place inter-library loans! |
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Free High-Speed WiFi High-speed wireless internet access is available to patrons who bring in their laptops or mobile devices. Our WiFi speed consistently clocks in at 10+ Mbps for downloads and 10+ Mbps for uploads, making it a breeze to work, study, stream content, and download files at the library. Combine this with our wireless printing, and you are set to go! |
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Got talent you would be willing to share? We're looking for artists and craftspeople who would like to teach others by offering a program at our library. We'd love to hear from you! |
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The Mendon Public Library is accessible to people with disabilities. To request specific accommodations for a program or event, call (585) 624-6067 at least 10 days prior to the event. |
