Kids, Teens and Adults, would you like to spend some time creating 6×6 Small Art for inclusion in the Rochester Contemporary Arts Center 6×6 Exhibition? Mrs. Zauski will be here at the library on Saturday, March 16, from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM, to work with up to 20 students to create art that can be submitted by the April 1 deadline for this special exhibit. The Mendon Public Library will provide the 6×6 canvas boards, a variety of acrylic paint colors and brushes with instruction by Mrs. Zauski. Reservations required. Limited to 20 students.
Mon-Thu 9-8; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-3
Adult Programs
Tuesday Travel Talk Linking Hands for Learning in Nicaragua
Join retired Honeoye Falls-Lima Principal Jeanine Lupisella and her daughter Elise on Tuesday, March 19, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, as they share information about their mission trips to Nicaragua. For more than a decade, Jeanine and her husband Rob have led trips to Central America to carry out the mission of Linking Hands for Learning (LHFL). As stated on their website: “Our mission is to improve access to education in impoverished areas throughout the world. We are committed to building schools, promoting literacy, and fostering community relationships that will enable children to learn, grow, and thrive. Our goal is to support communities in their efforts to provide quality education to their children by building schools that are safe, functional, and conducive to learning.” Kindly register for this program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Mendon Public Library.
Raven Steals The Sun – Native American Eclipse Stories
Listeners of all ages will be captivated by this story-filled presentation that shares the beliefs, traditions, and protocols of several Native American tribes related to the sun and eclipse events. Join us Friday, March 29, 1 PM - 2 PM in the Mendon Public Library...
CLOSED – Saturday, March 30 – Easter Weekend
The Mendon Public Library will be closed Saturday, March 30 for the Easter weekend. We will re-open on Monday, April 1st at 9 AM. Hope to see you then!
Eclipse Glasses 1 per Cardholder
To prepare for the Monday, April 8 solar eclipse, where our region is in the path of totality, we are offering eclipse glasses, 1 per cardholder! Pick yours up next time you stop in the library. ** While supplies last **
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. Have fun and get creative!
TRILLIUM Here to Answer Your Questions
Teens & Adults: Trillium Health will have a table at MPL to answer your questions about their services. Trillium Health is a Community Health Center that provides extraordinary care for all, including LGBTQ+ health, ensuring equitable, judgement-free, and affordable care. Trillium Health will be here on the 3rd Tuesday in February, March, and April, from 2 PM – 4 PM. Stop by; no registration necessary! Tues, Feb 20, 2PM-4 PM ; Tues, Mar 19, 2PM-4PM ; Tues, Apr 16, 2PM-4PM.
CLOSED – Monday, April 8 – TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
On Monday, April 8th, the library will be closed. We hope you enjoy being in the path of totality for the solar eclipse. In the meantime, here are some eclipse-related links you might find interesting: Rochester Museum and Science Center Eclipse 2024:...
Top MPL Items of 2023
In 4 categories of materials, see what circulated most from Mendon Public Library in 2023.
Author & Book: Tips & Tricks on Passing the NY State Road Test
Passing the NYS Driving Test can be challenging! Johnny Scott Jr has taught all things driving since 1997 to more than 30,000 students and is the author of two books on the subject. On Wednesday, March 27th, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, he will present the up-to-date laws, rules, and expectations for passing a road test which is even a good refresher for experienced drivers. His newest book, Drive Alive II, is an easy-to-read resource certain to help put you at ease prior to testing, will be available for purchase, but if you are one of the first 5 people to register, Johnny will give you a copy for FREE!! Registration is required.
BookPage and Reading Recommendations Available at MPL
Thanks to the Friends of Mendon Public Library, we have a subscription to BookPage in 2024! These publications, printed monthly, will be free for our library patrons to take with them, if they wish. Another benefit to patrons is getting reading recommendations,...
Family Bingo
Families: Join us at the Mendon Public Library on Thursday, April 4th, from 2 PM – 3 PM for a fun afternoon of BINGO! Prizes and refreshments will be provided. Reserve Your Spot...
How Do We Address Misinformation: Applying Philosophy to the Problem
Teen and Adults. Join us on Thursday, April 4th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room. We will be holding a special program featuring Professor Jonathan Auyer of the Department of Philosophy for the SUNY Geneseo Ideas that...
New Year : No Late Fees!
2024 is a new year, and Mendon Public Library has a new policy: There are no more late fees for Mendon Library materials! Of course, we will have to charge for lost or damaged materials. And note, other libraries may have different policies, so be sure to check. Happy...
INTRODUCING: 12 “Diverse Voices” Book Discussion Kits
Mendon Public Library is pleased to announce the arrival of our new DIVERSE VOICES BOOK DISCUSSION KITS. The Rochester Regional Library Council and The Friends & Foundation of Rochester Public Library awarded a grant from the Harold Hacker Fund for the Advancement of Libraries to make the creation of these kits possible. Twelve Diverse Voices Book Discussion Kits were created. Each kit contains seven copies of a particular title and seven copies of a book discussion guide, conveniently circulated in a special tote bag. Titles were selected to represent diverse characters, authors, and topics. The intended audiences for the Diverse Voices kits are both established and new book groups, and anyone who may wish to host a single book discussion for their friends, family, coworkers, etc. The book kits have an extended 8-week loan period.
CPR Training Kits
Thanks to a collaboration from the American Heart Association, UR Medicine, and the Monroe County Library System, you can learn to save lives with CPR from the comfort of your own home or classroom. Hands-Only CPR training kits are available to borrow at Mendon Public Library, and other select Monroe County Libraries. The unit includes a rubber torso, or manikin, to guide proper hand placement as well as compression rate and depth, and instructions. The Hand-Only CPR kits are available to be checked out and returned at any public library in Monroe County, just as with other library materials.
2023-2024 VIP Passes and Empire Passes Available!
Use a Very Important Places (VIP) pass to receive a discount at one of Rochester and surrounding area's arts and cultural treasures. Check out a VIP pass for a participating museum or arts organization. Bring the VIP pass to the venue and enjoy discounted admissions...
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.
Civil Rights & Racial Justice Models Book List
Click here to view the book list Civil Rights & Racial Justice Models Book List.
Paws to Relax – 2nd & 4th Tuesdays
Drop into the Mendon Public Library on the 2nd or 4th Tuesday the 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....