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Events
Movie Mondays
Join us this summer for a Monday mid-day break and a movie at the Mendon Public Library. A different movie, fitting the theme of our Summer Reading Program 2022, Oceans of Possibilities, will be played each Monday at 1:30PM (and Friday July 8th at 12 Noon.) Feel free...
CLOSED Friday August 5
The Mendon Public Library will be closed Friday August 5 for a staff development day. We will re-open on Saturday, August 6 at 10:00 am.
Saturday Hours from June 25 to August 27: 10am – 1pm
Our survey results asked for Saturday hours in the summer. You asked; we listened. We will test out having Saturday hours during the summer this year! During the dates of June 25 through August 27, the Mendon Public Library will be open Saturdays from 10am - 1pm.
Science of Water – A Self-Guided Bug Adventure
Throughout the week of Monday, August 8 - Friday, August 12, Miss Robin will offer an exploration path, just outside the library, where kids can enjoy learning about the little critters that live in the water. Miss Robin will be here from 1-2 each day to offer...
Grab and Go Crafts: While Supplies Last
The Mendon Public Library will continue to offer craft kits while supplies last. Typically coinciding with the seasons, our crafts are made possible through the generous support of our Friends. Craft kits are typically assembled by our valuable volunteers. Have fun...
Citizen Science: Outing Two at Mendon Ponds Park Devil’s Bathtub
Elementary School Kids and their Caregivers interested in learning about Citizen Science and the INaturalist App (among others) are encouraged to join us Thursday, August 11, 10:00am – 11:00am, at Devil’s Bathtub in Mendon Ponds Park for the second of two outings with Seneca Park Zoo Naturalist, Mr. Dave. Download the INaturalist App to your phone if you wish, wear footwear that can get wet, and plan to join us for a hike along the trails at Mendon Ponds Park. Registration required.
Terrarium Class
Saturday, August 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm: Learn about the impactful history of terrariums and how to create your own! Terrariums are self enclosed gardens and love to be left alone which makes it an easy way to have plants. Jardin Terrariums provides all materials and...
Tomato Canning
Thursday, August 18, 7:00-8:30 pm – Tomato Canning, presented by a Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Preserver, is a hands-on session, to be held at the William Udicious Pavilion, 1911 Rush Scottsville Rd, Rush, NY 14543 (behind the Rush Town Hall/ Library.) Registration is required.
Back to School Event: Bookends and Binders Crafting Day
Students: Join us on Wednesday, August 24, 1:00pm – 2:30pm at the Mendon Public Library for a fun afternoon of crafting. We’ll be repurposing old bookends and jazzing up composition notebooks to get your desk looking fly. Sign up today, or call 624-6067, to reserve your spot for this free program,
Tuesday Story Time at the Gazebo
Join Miss Kelly, and weekly special guest readers, for songs, stories, and simple crafts each Tuesday. Our Preschool story time is held at 10 AM at the gazebo in Harry Allen Park (across N. Main Street from the library.) The theme for 2022 Summer Reading Programs is:...
Paws to Relax – 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
Drop into the Mendon Public Library on the 2nd or 4th Tuesday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 pm to say "hello" to Golden Retrievers Hollie and Finley and their handler, Melinda. Hollie and Finley are trained therapy dogs and love to be read to. No reservations needed....
Big Feelings: Books, eBooks and Online Resources
The following lists contain books currently available to borrow through the Monroe County Library System: Children’s Books About Grief, Trauma, and Loss Children’s Books to Help Talk About Racialized Violence & Social Justice The next two lists have been compiled...
Introducing LOTE for Kids
“LOTE for Kids!” (LOTE = Languages Other Than English) is another perk for Monroe County Library card holders: we now have access to electronic children’s books in 45 different languages.
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...
Medicare Information Sessions with Excellus
Adults interested in learning more about Medicare are encouraged to meet with a representative from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield for this free program. Excellus will be in the library to take questions during this entire period. Registration is requested for a 1-hour consultation. Register by calling the library at 624-6067, or follow one of the links below.
J and YA Book List That Promotes Inclusion
The Mendon Public Library is proud to release a new book list for juvenile and young adult readers titled, "Books which promote the concepts of Tolerance, Respect, Dignity, Awareness, and Sensitivity Toward Others for Juvenile and Young Adult Readers." This new list...
Knit Nook
Adults, join us at the Mendon Library Conference table on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 10:00am – 11:30am to work on your knitting projects. To reserve your spot, . . .
Kids Publish First-Ever Tails & Tales Summer Reading Newsletter
Mendon Public Library is thrilled to present our just released, first-ever Tails & Tales Summer Reading Newsletter. Written and created by kids, this newsletter is available now ( July Kids Newsletter ) and at the library. If you want to submit articles, photos,...
Video now available! – Horses, Writing, and Life: Virtual Program with Award Winning Author G. Neri and Director of A Horse’s Friend, Matthew Doward
Elementary Students, Middle School Students, High School Students and their families will want watch the video recorded during this virtual program about horses, writing, and life. Award Winning author, G. Neri, talks about writing and his books, especially Ghetto...