Welcome to the Mendon Public Library!

Library Love Notes

Now Through Mid-March

*For Everyone*

Do you love the Mendon Public Library? Do you appreciate its services? If yes, then please let us know by filling out one of the pink "library love" cards on display by the circulation desk or by clicking here. We'll collect the love notes through mid-March and share their love with everyone soon after.

Thank you for helping to make the Mendon Public Library shine!  

Tuesday Night Fun & Family Game and Craft Night

Tuesday, February 19

6:00-6:45 PM

*For Families*

Celebrate the joy of imagination at a special game/craft night with Miss Nettie. Activities are geared toward families with elementary school-aged children.

Learn About UR's Studies Involving Young Children

Wednesday, February 20

11:00 AM-1:00 PM

*For Everyone*

Aya Bukres, lab manager/research coordinator of the Social Cognitive Development Lab at U of R, will be tabling with four of her colleagues in the library's lobby. Her purpose in being here will be to share information about the studies they do at U of R involving young children.

Escape Room Game

Wednesday, February 20

1:00-2:30 PM

*For Grades 2-5*

Manor School students should join us for a special break-week event. We'll be running an escape room game based on Roald Dahl's book BFG. Call 624-6067 to register.

Afternoon at the Movies: Wonder

Wednesday, February 20

2:00-4:00 PM

*For Everyone*

Based on the New York Times bestseller Wonder, the film tells the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the first time.

Babysitting Training Class

Thursday, February 21

9:00 AM-2:00 PM

*For Ages 11+*

Taught through classroom discussion, instructor-led lecture, and supplemented by an interactive video presentation, this five-hour class for boys and girls aged 11 and up teaches participants the roles and responsibilities of a babysitter. This class will develop skills in accident prevention, first aid, and abdominal thrusts for choking victims. Each student will receive a workbook and a certification card upon completion. Students will also be encouraged to get a library card, if they don't have one. The course will be taught by EPIC Trainings. A fee of $30 (cash or check payable to EPIC Trainings) is due at the time of registration. The Friends of the Mendon Library is happy to provide a complimentary pizza lunch for participants (those with food allergies are encouraged to bring a bagged lunch). Call 624-6067 to register.

Make Your Own Slime

Thursday, February 21

1:00-2:00 PM

*For School-Age Children*

Make your own ooey gooey slime during this break-week program. Space is limited, so sign up soon. Call 624-6067 to register.

STEM in the Library: Fun Games & Activities for Middle School Girls

Friday, February 22

3:00-4:00 PM

*For Middle School Girls*

Girls ages 11-14 should join us for some fun games and activities as we explore STEM in the Library. Call 624-6067 to register.

Paws to Relax

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM

*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.

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.

Story Time 

Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00-10:30 AM

*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.

Building Buddies 

Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 AM

*For Ages 1-4*

This combination story time and play time fosters early literacy, social skills, creativity, fine motor skills, and parallel play among young children. Grown-ups can socialize or browse through a magazine or newspaper in our comfortable Jacobs Family Reading Room while children play with building blocks.

The Knit Nook

2nd & 4th Thursdays, 10-11:30 AM

*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 (2nd & 4th) 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!

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.

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.