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National Library Week April 19 – 25

National Library Week April 19 – 25

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National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries and library professionals play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities. Special themed days include: Monday, April 20:  Right to Read Day; Tuesday, April 21: National Library Workers Day; Wednesday, April 22: National Library Outreach Day; Thursday, April 23: Take Action for Libraries Day. Also of note this year, The American Library Association is hosting a “Show Us Your Library Joy” contest where you could win $150 Visa gift card. To participate, follow the rules and entrance website here:  https://airtable.com/applqKnEv2fnAzDYf/pag2vqgfSLwkxRUrR/form

Spring Flower Sale – Order Through Saturday, April 25

Spring Flower Sale – Order Through Saturday, April 25

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The Friends of Mendon Public Library are once again holding their spring flower sale fundraiser. And, as convenient as always:  pick up is the day before Mother’s Day!  Orders can be placed and paid for online (see enclosed link) or using a printed form and pay by cash or check, made payable to “The Friends of MPL”, at the library (view or print the enclosed form.) This is a great way to support the library and enjoy sharing some spring color.  >> Payment is due at the time of order. >> Deadline to order is Saturday, April 25th. >> Pick-up will be at the library on Saturday, May 9th between 9 AM and 12 PM.

Cookies, Tea, Art, & Stories: Drop-In, Meet the Artists, & Hear a Story

Cookies, Tea, Art, & Stories: Drop-In, Meet the Artists, & Hear a Story

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All ages are encouraged to drop by the Mendon Public Library on Wednesday, April 22nd, from 2 – 3 PM for cookies, tea (hot and cold), stories, and art appreciation. Our artist neighbors from Pinehurst Senior Living will be displaying their work at the library through the month of April. Today, they will be on hand to answer questions about their art and talk about their creative process. For little ones, we will offer a simple creative station and a few story book read alouds about art. Registration not required; just stop in!

Pinehurst Artists on Display

Pinehurst Artists on Display

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Our library’s gallery wall is currently displaying artwork created by residents from Pinehurst Senior Living Community. The eight artists create in a variety of mediums: basketry, etching, watercolor, acrylic and pencil. Each work is unique and beautiful. This exhibit, on display through the end of April, includes a special program: “Cookies, Tea, Art, & Stories: Drop-In, Meet the Artists, & Hear a Story” will take place on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2 – 3 PM. All ages are encouraged to drop by!

Knit Nook – 2nd and 4th Thursdays

Knit Nook – 2nd and 4th Thursdays

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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:  Apr 23, (Library CLOSED in morning of...

Plastics and Microplastics Awareness & Action

Plastics and Microplastics Awareness & Action

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Kids through Adults: Learn about plastics and microplastics with Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) on Saturday, April 25th, 1 – 2:30 PM here at the library. This interactive session explores plastics and microplastics, their sources, their environmental and health impacts, and practical ways we can reduce plastic use and exposure. Please sign up to save your seat.

Financial Workshops: Different Topic Each Week

Financial Workshops: Different Topic Each Week

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Teens and Adults: Reserve a seat at any of our four financial workshops with Financial Advisor, Robert Nestrick. Each session stands on its own, so register for one, or any combination of the four. The topics covered are: Monday, March 30:  Foundations of Investing; Monday, April 13:  Retirement by Design; Monday, April 20:  Rules of the Road (Strategy, Risk, Diversify, Quality, Long Term, Realistic Expectations, Balance, Preparing for Unexpected, What You Can Control, Annual Review) ; and Monday, Apri 27:  Creating Your Estate Document.

VolunTeens! Weekly on Tuesdays

VolunTeens! Weekly on Tuesdays

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6th – 12th Graders: Join Emily at the library on Tuesdays, from 2:30 to 4 PM, for a variety of activities to give back to the library and community! We will have a different project each week, posted in advance in the Teen Corner. Feel free to come with your own ideas as well. We can’t wait to collaborate with you! If you can, register in advance so we know how many snacks to provide!

Join “Recommends” Monthly Email To Help Find Your Next Read

Join “Recommends” Monthly Email To Help Find Your Next Read

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“Recommends” is a monthly email newsletter offered by your Monroe County Library System (MCLS), where you can get a list of choices to help you find your next read. You will receive your personalized newsletter on the 15th of the month, and it will provide suggested items from the county library collection for each of your chosen interests. Get an email you will be excited to open; give it a try!

Rochester’s Parks – A History Talk with Matt Rogers of the Lost Borough

Rochester’s Parks – A History Talk with Matt Rogers of the Lost Borough

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Adults and Teens:  Matt Rogers of The Lost Borough is back with more history of Rochester.  This time, he will be talking about Rochester parks. Join us at the library on Tuesday, April 28th, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM for this interesting talk, especially now that it is time to get outside and enjoy our amazing green spaces. Sponsored by the Friends of Mendon Public Library.

Timeless Tales Story Time at Pinehurst

Timeless Tales Story Time at Pinehurst

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Preschoolers with their families through Seniors:  Welcome spring with us at Pinehurst Senior Living Community, on Thursday, May 7th, from 10 – 10:50 AM. Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and a special treat. This month we will be reading some spring books and planting seeds to take home for your gardens. Please note this event will be held at Pinehurst Senior Living Community, 1000 Pine Trail, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472. Kindly register to attend.

Makers, Menders, & More

Makers, Menders, & More

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Tweens and Teens join Miss Emily for crafting/creating time on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 2:30 – 3:30 PM at the library! Please register in advance. Menders, Makers, & More is currently scheduled for these days: May 7, and May 21.

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