Mon-Thur 9-8; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-3
Stop by all day, 9 AM to 8 PM on Wednesday, February 1, to hear a book read aloud. We'll have folks from our community reading picture books and a few chapter books all day long. World Read Aloud Day is a global effort, created by the non-profit LitWorld and sponsored...
Join Master Gardener Suzanne Feather at the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesday, February 7, from 1:00pm – 2:00pm, as she teaches us all we need to know about keeping our house plants healthy and thriving. This is a free program held in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County. Sign up today!
On Tuesday, February 7, 6:30pm - 7:30pm, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room, Jason Teller, Manager of Addiction and Prevention Services for the Monroe County Office of Mental Health, presents on addiction, the effects of opioids on the body, how...
Women of all ages are encouraged to join us at the Mendon Public Library on Wednesday, February 8, from 6:30pm - 7:30pm, to hear RIT Engineering Professor Margaret Bailey, Ph.D., P.E., Founding Director of AdvanceRIT, and RIT English Professor Laura Shackelford,...
Tweens! Come craft with us on Thursday, February 9, from 6:30pm – 7:30pm! We’ll have supplies in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room to make Valentine Cards. All you’ll need to bring is your creative spirit. Cookies will be served! Limited to 15 students. Sign up today!
The Blackstorytelling League of Rochester will be at the Mendon Library to help commemorate Black History Month on Saturday, February 11, from 1:00pm until 1:45pm. Join the gathering in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room for a special afternoon of stories for all ages. This free program is sure to be a hit with kids and adults. Reserve your spot!
The entire community is invited to stop by the Mendon Public Library to see the Cozy Little Art Show. Come see the 5x7 canvases created by our talented patrons. Our Cozy Little Art Show will remain up through February 11. (Artwork will be available for artists to pick...
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: Mon, Feb 13, 6:30 – 7:30; Mon, March 13th, 6:30 – 7:30.
On Saturday, February 18, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, you can learn all about the traditional Ukrainian art of egg decorating, known as Pysanky. You will create your own beautiful pysanka using beeswax and dyes. The program will be led by artist Linda Bowers....
Patrons of all ages, join us for a fun, community art project. “There’s More to the Story”: MPL’s Stained Glass Window Mini Mural Project led by Rachel Anna DeVona. Meet with us for one or all work sessions: Meeting 1 Ideas, Thursday, February 16, 6:30-7:30 pm; Meeting 2 Crafting, Thursday, February 23, 2:00-3:30 pm; Meeting 3 Crafting, Thursday, March 9, 6:30-7:30 pm; Meeting 4 Crafting, Thursday, March 16, 6:30-7:30 pm; Meeting 5 Even More Crafting, Thursday, April 6, 2:00-3:30 pm; Meeting 6 Finishing Touches, Thursday, April 20, 6:30-7:30 pm; Community Share & Unveiling during National Library Week, April 23-April 29, 2023. Sign up today!
This popular program returns for its 17th season! The next time you’re in the library, pick up some Reading Power Play forms and enter to win tickets for an Amerks game. Entries accepted through January 31.
On Friday, December 23, 2022 the J (Juvenline) and YA (Young Adult) materials from the Mendon Public Library will no longer be assessed late fees. Lost or damaged items will still be charged for replacement.
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...
Click here to view the book list Civil Rights & Racial Justice Models Book List.
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....
Check out the Young Adult Booklists compiled by your MCLS YA/Teen Librarians!
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...
Use a Very Important Places (VIP) pass to receive a discount at one of Rochester and Monroe County’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 or...
Mendon Public Library staff happily assists Book Clubs to reserve meeting space and/or books. For more information, simply contact the library at 624-6067.