Events

Author Talk: Provocative Mothers and Their Precocious Daughters: 19th Century Women’s Rights Leaders

Author Talk: Provocative Mothers and Their Precocious Daughters: 19th Century Women’s Rights Leaders

Join local author, Suzanne Schnittman, at the Mendon Library in the Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesday, March 28, from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. She will discuss her new book:  “Provocative Mothers and Their Precocious Daughters: 19th Century Women’s Rights Leaders.” All are welcome to join us for this Women’s History Month presentation. This event is free, but registration is appreciated. Suzanne’s books will be for sale at the event.

Firefly Friends “Start With Your Heart” (Blue Patch)

Firefly Friends “Start With Your Heart” (Blue Patch)

Come meet Juniper the firefly puppet, visit with your feelings, and help Miss Jennifer wake up the sleeping fireflies! Firefly Friends is a program of nature-based stories, songs, and crafts to help children ages 2-5 shine bright lights in the world. The Firefly Friends gather in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. This is a series of four classes, so signing up registers for all 4 weeks: Wednesday, March 1, 10am -10:40am; Wednesday, March 8, 10am -10:40am; Wednesday, March 15, 10am -10:40am; Wednesday, March 22, 10am -10:40am. Class limited to 10 kiddos and their caregivers (siblings welcome). Reserve your spot today!

SIMCO HR MediCare Educational Free Seminar

SIMCO HR MediCare Educational Free Seminar

Sign up today to learn from SIMCO HR educators about Medicare timeline & deadlines, Medicare A, B, C, and D, Your Medicare plan options, and the different enrollment periods. This seminar will be held on Tuesday, April 4, 10:30am – 1:00pm in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. Water and snacks provided. Sign up required. This seminar is for anyone one-year from turning age 65, or has ESRD, or is collecting Social Security Disability.

Kids Stay Safe on Streets and Sidewalks

Kids Stay Safe on Streets and Sidewalks

Elementary-aged school kids, join us at the Mendon Library on Wednesday, April 5, from 11:00am – 11:45am. We will learn from the Monroe County Office of Traffic Safety what we all can do to stay safe while riding our bikes and/or walking through town. We’ll watch some videos, do some crafts, and discuss safety. It’ll be fun and informative. Please bring your bike helmet, we’re going to be checking to make sure they fit properly. This is a free event, but please reserve your spot.

NASA Solar System Ambassador

NASA Solar System Ambassador

Kids, on Thursday, April 6, from 1pm – 2pm, join NASA Solar System Ambassador and retired Aerospace Engineer, Jim Porter as he explains the solar system and what will be happening one year from now. The next total solar eclipse to visit North America comes on April 8, 2024. The duration of totality will be up to 4 minutes and 27 seconds, almost double that of The Great American Eclipse of August 21, 2017. Bring your questions about space to the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room and be prepared to have fun and learn a lot! Appropriate for 2nd Grade and Up. Please sign up.

NYS Boaters Safety Course

NYS Boaters Safety Course

Boaters, did you know that all folks operating a motorboat will have to have passed a Boaters Safety Course by 2025 to legally operate any boat with a motor? This year anyone born on or after January 1, 1983 is required to show proof of having passed the class, The Mendon Public Library is partnering with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary to offer the 8-hour Boat America Boater Safety class on Friday, April 7, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Class is open to 10-year-olds through adults. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. ($35 registration for adults; $20 for under 18; All funds support the Coast Guard Auxiliary operations.) Please bring check or cash at the time of the class. We must have 10 participants to run this class.

Meditation Mondays

Meditation Mondays

In this interactive, guided meditation series, you won’t have to be a master to experience this ancient art. These powerful group experiences will be held in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, and will be followed up with discussions that will leave you feeling relaxed and inspired. You will be able to take these techniques with you to incorporate them into your daily life. Everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. Sign up today for one class, or multiple classes (1/9, 2/13, 3/13, 4/10, 5/8, 6/12.)

Tuesday Story Time

Tuesday Story Time

Tuesdays, 10:00 AM Story Time at the Mendon Public Library PreSchoolers & Caregivers are invited to join us for songs, stories and crafts at the library.

Book Club for Adults

Book Club for Adults

THIS BOOK CLUB HAS REACHED MAXIMUM CAPACITY.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING, PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE WAIT LIST; YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF THERE IS AN OPENING. Our Adult Book Club meets the third Monday of each month. Books are chosen from a variety of genres. Participants read the book in advance and come prepared for a discussion. Facilitated by MPL staff member Andrea. Registration required.

Technology Training 1-on-1 Wednesdays

Technology Training 1-on-1 Wednesdays

On Wednesday afternoons the library offers 1-on-1 technology training with Danny Bassette! Bring your laptop, tablet, or phone if you have one. Choose a 1-hour time slot at 3pm-4pm, 4pm-5pm, or 5pm-6pm. Reserve your spot today! [button...