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The Friends of Mendon Public Library Annual Appeal and Endowment Initiative
The Friends of Mendon Public Library's Annual Appeal and Endowment Initiative are happening now! Please read the letters below. Thank you for your support! 2026 Friends of MPL Annual Appeal Letter: Annual Appeal Donation Link 2026 Friends of MPL Endowment Initiative Letter: Endowment Initiative...
Dino Collage for Kids
School Age Kids: Sign up to join Deborah Coller at the library on Thursday, July 30th, from 12 – 1 PM, for some dinosaur collage making!
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.
Kitchen Adventures w/ Storybook Cook – Dino Snack Party
Kids ages 5-10 are encouraged to join us at the library on Thursday, July 30th, from 2 – 3 PM, for a culinary adventure in creating dinosaur snacks! Work together to create an assortment of yummy treats. The Storybook Cook will lead this program, but bring your ideas (and your appetites!) Registration 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
Kids Art and Story Time with Mill Art Center
Kids ages 3-10 (adult assistance for 3-6 year olds.) Join us at the library on Saturday, August 1st, from 10 – 11 AM, for a special collaboration between Mendon Public Library and Mill Art Center. We will read a story and create some art with oil crayons and other media. Please sign up your child only.
Teens: Simple & Sustainable Grass Basket Making Class
Teens: Join Hanna at the library on Saturday, August 1st, from 11 AM – 1 PM to learn about basket making. She has collected the materials; all you need to bring is your desire to learn a new skill! Class size is limited, so please register to reserve your spot.
EquiCenter Experience Especially for Kids & Teens
On Monday, August 3rd, from 1 -3 PM, kids (pre-school – teen) won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about EquiCenter at 3247 Rush Mendon Road! Participants will get a guided tour of the farm and then rotate to special activities designed with pre-school, elementary, and/or teens in mind. Kindly register each child to save a spot in the tour. Adults will stay with children, but do not need to register. Our thanks to EquiCenter for making this program possible.
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.
A Musical History of World War II: A Sentimental Journey Down Memory Lane
Kids through Seniors: Join us at the library on Tuesday, August 4th, from 1:30 – 2:30 PM, for a special musical program with musician M. Geoffrey Clough who will lead us through a WWII Singalong. Song list includes: Thanks for the Memory, Sentimental Journey, Chattanooga Choo Choo, There I’ve Said It Again, God Bless America and many more. Along with music, Geoff will share interesting stories, memorabilia, and even funny trivia about the songs of WWII and how they were written. Sign up to reserve a seat.
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.
Wonderful World of Dinosaurs with Miss Scarlett
Kids, Kindergarten – 5th Grade. Come join Miss Scarlett at the library on Wednesday, August 5th, from 1 – 2 PM, as we talk about the wonderful world of dinosaurs. We will learn about dinosaurs and get a chance to create our own. Please sign up to save your seat.
Revolutionary Waterway: Erie Canal & the American Revolution
Those interested in history, specifically the American Revolution and its connection to the Erie Canal, will not want to miss this special program at the library on Wednesday, August 5th, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM, with Derrick Pratt, Director of Education & Public Programs at the Erie Canal Museum. This program is free and open to all. Please register to save a seat.
3rd Quarter Moon Yoga With Niki of Yoga Love
Ages 10 and up can join Niki of Yoga Love of Honeoye Falls on Thursday, August 6th, from 9 – 10 AM, and be guided through a slow flow yoga practice opening our bodies while using the breath. Connect to some moon postures and connect to your own inner light. This will be held outside at Rotary Park near the basketball courts (or at the library if the weather is poor.) Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat (if you have one) and towel. Registration is requested.
“Jurassic Journeys” Closing Party featuring Magician Cris Johnson
Join us at the library on Thursday, August 6th, from 2 – 2:45 PM, for a special party celebrating the conclusion of our Summer Reading Program. This show is an incredible blend of puppetry, interaction, magic, fossils, and more. Magician Cris Johnson will come dressed as a paleontologist with “Jurassic Journeys” featuring museum-quality fossil replicas, colorful backdrops, music, and more. Also, Kona Ice Truck will be serving up treats following the program thanks to the Kiwanis! Sign up to save your seat.
ONLINE: Rochester Rainbow Union – Preserving a Collection and a Community
Did you know that Monroe County is home to the largest circulating LGBTQ+ library in New York State? How is its history connected with the Stonewall liberation movement and the current Rochester Rainbow Union? To learn more, join us online on Thursday, August 6th, from 6 – 7 PM, where this lively talk will fill you in about one of the most unique collections and communities in our area. Hosted by the Rush Public Library and presented by Gerry Szymanski, the Lilac Librarian at the Rainbow Union, and Senior Librarian for Reserves and Digital Services at the Sibley Music Library at the Eastman School of Music. Please register in advance for this online event. A Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to the program.
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: Aug. 8, Aug. 22, Sept. 12,...
Dinosaur Hot Glass Demonstration and Make Your Own Clay Dino or Fossil
NEW DATE: School Age Kids: Tuesday, August 11th, 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.
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.
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: Aug 13, Aug 27, Sep 10, Sep 24, Oct 8, Oct 22, Dec 10, Jan 14, Feb 11,...
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!
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.
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, August 3, 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 ...