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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...
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.
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...
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!
Preschoolers and their Caregivers are welcome to join Miss Rosa at the Mendon Public Library on Mondays at 10 AM, to enjoy a half hour of stories and songs in English and Spanish. Miss Rosa will read from a variety of books and share her love of language, culture, and creativity. No registration required.
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.
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.
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!
Everyone loves hydrangeas, but so many struggle with growing them. Join this online program on Tuesday, April 14th, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM, to learn about varieties for shade or sun, best growing practices to ensure blooms, and an explanation of proper pruning. This program is online using Zoom; you must register to receive the link. If you have any problems, this event is hosted by the Pittsford Community Library. If you have any questions, please call the library at 585-248-6275. The Master Gardener Series is brought to you by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County and is available thanks to a consortium of MCLS libraries who are sharing resources and connecting communities.
Poet Kathleen Wakefield has found that experiencing the reading of poetry in community opens it up in new ways for everyone, whether you’ve always loved poetry or had less than positive experiences with it! No prior experience with poetry is necessary. Sweet Bites will be held monthly on Thursdays at 10 – 11:15 AM, at Mendon Public Library. Participants are welcome to come to any or all of the sessions: Apr 16, May 21, and Jun 18. Registration is required.
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: Apr 16, May 7, and May 21.
Join Miss Lisa and other LEGO builders on the 3rd Monday of the month, from 4:30 – 5:30 PM, through May (Jan 19, Feb 16, Mar 16, Apr 20, and May 18.) The LEGO Club will offer a new challenge each month. Participants will receive a box of LEGOs and a prompt. Using their imagination, they can build what is suggested or build their own creation. Children ages 7-12. Registration is required.
Join this online program on Tuesday, April 21st, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM, to learn ways to start or expand your garden with methods that are free or very inexpensive. This program is online using Zoom. You must register to receive the link. If you have any problems, this event is hosted by the Gates Library. Please call the Gates Library (585) 247-6446, if you have any problems the night of the program. The Master Gardener Series is brought to you by the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County and is available thanks to a consortium of MCLS libraries who are sharing resources and connecting communities.
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...
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 9, Apr 23, (Library CLOSED in...
Preschool and Early Elementary School Kids with Adults: Join us at the library on Friday, April 24th, 10 – 10:40 AM, for a special story time where we get to know our Jewish neighbors and learn about Passover. Dalit, from The PJ Library, will share stories and crafts. Please register for this special celebration story time.
Help do your part to protect our environment. Stop by the Mendon Public Library on Saturday, April 25th, from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM to hear and talk with Meagan Evans-Saurini, an Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services. Learn more...
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.
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.
The Wired for Opportunity program is technology training classes provided at no cost to students. The classes will range from basic computer and phone skills to courses like social media and web development and will award the students with a free device, either a Chromebook or Google Pixel Tablet, depending on the class curriculum’s device focus. Each student will be provided a device to use on site for the course’s four class duration. These courses will run from mid-2025 through 2026 and be available at a variety of locations across the county. *** Please note that devices will be awarded one per person per household, while supplies last ***