Miss Lori loves to share stories, songs, and activities with preschool kids and their families! Join us every other Saturday, at 10:00 AM, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, for a half hour of fun. Registration is not required; just stop in! The following Saturday Story Times are currently scheduled: February 8, February 22, March 8, March 22, April 12, April 26, and May 10.
Mon-Thu 9-8; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-3
Family Programs
Visiting Artist Paul Bergwall
Paul Bergwall is exhibiting photos from his fine photography series: Ain’t talkin’, just walkin’ at the Mendon Public Library through the end of March. Since early 2020, in response to the pandemic, Paul Bergwall has been taking pictures on his walks and posting one picture a day on Facebook and Instagram. Initially it was called “Staying close to home, (the coronavirus days)”. “Ain’t talkin’, just walkin’” is the same project without the burden of a plague. As Paul says “It is a celebration. Walking around, looking to see, and finding the gifts God has laid out for me.”
Paul can be reached by: Email pbergwall@hotmail.com , Text 585.200.1582 , Instagram @paulbergwall or Facebook @paul.bergwall . Those wishing to view more of Paul’s work are encouraged to stop by the Mill Art Center in Honeoye Falls where Paul’s work is included in an invitational photo show from February 15 – April 2 called “Spotlight on Photography.”
Grab and Go Crafts: While Supplies Last
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!
Tuesday Story Time
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.
Music and Sing Along with Mike Baker
Toddlers through teens plus adult caregivers, join us on Saturday, February 15th, from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM for a fun musical experience at the library. Mike Baker will perform on guitar, harmonica and encourage singing along to traditional tunes and folk songs. Percussion instruments will also be shared. Sponsored by The Friends of Mendon Public Library. Registration requested.
Win Game Tickets in the Amerks Reading Power Play through January 31
Read a Hat Trick of Books to enter the drawing for tickets to the Amerks hockey game on Sunday, February 16, 2025! A “hat trick” is when a hockey player scores three goals in one game, so each time you read 3 books between November 4 and January 31, you earn another...
Kiwanis Hot Cocoa Bar
During winter break week you will have two chances to stop by the Mendon Public Library for a cup of cocoa and maybe a story or two. The Kiwanis Club will offer up their Hot Cocoa Bar on Tuesday, February 18th, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM and Friday, February 21st, 12:30 PM -...
Movie “The Wild Robot”
Kids and Teens – Join us over winter break, on Tuesday, February 18th at 1:00 PM, for a viewing of the movie The Wild Robot (PG, 2024, Universal Pictures, 101 minutes). Snacks provided by The Friends of Mendon Public Library. No registration necessary.
Kids! Fish Painting with Cornell Cooperative Extension
Join us on Wednesday, February 19th, from 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM, to learn about some of the local fish in New York State, while exploring the Japanese art of fish printing – gyotaku. Geared for grades K-6, youth will have a chance to complete a hands-on art project to take home. Please sign up your children only, although adults are encouraged to stay. Sponsored by The Friends of the Mendon Public Library.
Movie “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice”
Kids and Teens – Join us over winter break, on Wednesday, February 19th at 2:15 PM, for a viewing of the movie Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice (PG-13, 2024, Warner Bros, 104 minutes). Snacks provided by The Friends of Mendon Public Library. No registration necessary.
Backyard Chicken Keeping with Sandra and Chooks
Kids, Teens, and Adults interested in learning more about keeping chickens are encouraged to join us Wednesday, February 19th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Mendon Public Library, where Sandra and her chickens will present an informational program on Backyard Chicken Keeping. Please sign up to reserve your spot. Sponsored by The Friends of Mendon Public Library.
Cookie Decorating and Love Shack Making for Kids
School age kids, join Liz Bauld at the Mendon Public Library on Thursday, February 20th, from 1 PM – 2 PM to celebrate “Love Month” by creating a “Love Shack” and some especially lovely decorated cookies. Sign up to reserve your spot! Sponsored by The Friends of the Mendon Public Library.
Blackstorytelling League of Rochester
Join us on Saturday, February 22, 1 – 1:45 PM, to commemorate Black History Month. We will be joined by the Blackstorytelling League of Rochester, NY, Inc., specifically Shirley Strothers and Eunice White, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room for a special afternoon of stories for all ages. Register to save your seat. Sponsored by The Friends of the Mendon Public Library.
Teens: Magic The Gathering Game Nights!
Teens and Adults – Join us from 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on any (or all!) of our 3 game nights (Jan. 27, Feb 24, Mar 24) to play Magic the Gathering! No experience necessary. Simply sign up and show up to enjoy a fun night. Bring your own deck, or beginners can borrow a deck if needed. Kindly sign up to reserve your spot. We will try to limit each session to 16 participants.
NEW in 2025 – Kanopy Movie Streaming Service
Using your Mendon Public Library card, you can now access Kanopy, a free movie streaming service with no ads and no subscriptions. Kanopy offers an expertly curated collection of films we think you will enjoy. We are pleased to bring this streaming service to our community. To use Kanopy, you will need to enter your library card information and create a Kanopy account. We recommend doing this in a web browser, but you can also set up your account in the Kanopy app for iOS or Android. To get started with Kanopy visit: https://mendon.kanopy.com
Gale Presents: Udemy for Online Learning
Monroe County Library System card holders now have free access to “Gale Presents: Udemy”, an online learning platform that connects patrons to video-based courses taught by leading experts in business, technology, and more. Udemy users can explore thousands of continuously updated, on-demand video courses that match their professional goals and personal interests. Follow the enclosed link and use your email address to create your Udemy account.
NY Empire Pass and VIP Passes for 2024-2025
Our 2024-2025 New York State Empire Pass and the Very Important Places (VIP) Passes are available to borrow. The Empire Pass provides discounted admission to participating NY State Parks. (Please read the Empire Pass Guidelines for use.) The VIP Passes are for a variety of cultural sites to obtain special offers at these Very Important Places, thanks to partnerships arranged each year by MCLS.
Teen Corner Open
All teens and tweens are invited to come celebrate the grand opening of our new Teen Corner on Thursday, July 11th at 1:00 PM. We’ll have bubble tea, games, prizes, and more! State Assemblymember Jen Lunsford will help us with a ribbon cutting at 1:30 PM. We’ll also be unveiling our brand new, Manga book section!
LOTE (Languages Other Than English) for Kids
“LOTE for Kids!” (LOTE = Languages Other Than English) is another perk for Monroe County Library card holders: we have access to electronic children’s books in many popular languages. They also offer the LOTE4Kids app for your smartphone.
Automatic Renewal Starts May 1
On Wednesday, May 1st, Monroe County Library System introduces automatic renewals! Eligible items will renew four days before their due dates. A courtesy email will be sent that lists each renewed item with its new due date. If any item is coming due, but is not eligible for renewal, the email will list that item as ‘not renewed.’ Remember, you can always manage your account online at: https://catalogplus.libraryweb.org/?section=myAccount Read more about automatic renewals at: https://libraryweb.org/news/automatic-renewal-of-library-materials/