We are asking you to “ROC the Day” on Tuesday, November 28 to support the Friends of Mendon Public Library! Our Friends group is our key provider of programs and events that we could not otherwise offer to patrons. We would be grateful for your support! (Contributions can also be mailed to: Friends of Mendon Public Library, PO Box 425, 22 North Main St., Honeoye Falls, NY 14472.)
Mon-Thu 9-8; Fri 9-5; Sat 9-3
Teen Programs
Gingerbread Creations
Visit the Mendon Public Library today to see "Mendon Public Library" & "The Original Mendon Public Library" gingerbread creations by Carrie Oderman; the details in these are amazing! We are so please that this talented and generous community member wanted to...
Teen Tuesdays
Get creative with our new Teen Tuesdays Makers Classes for Middle and High Schoolers. Meet in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room on Tuesdays at 2:15 PM for a different project each week. Each class is expected to wrap up around 3:00 PM. Register to...
Read a Hat Trick for the Win!
From November 8, 2023 – February 2, 2024 youth in grades K-12 can read a “hat trick” of books (3 books) for each entry they make at their branch library. (A “hat trick” is when a hockey player scores three goals in one game.) Grand Prize winners will receive: Suite tickets for the Amerks game on February 18, 2024! There will be separate drawings for grades K-5 and grades 6-12 with a Grand Prize for each age group.
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...
Discontinuing Book Drop in Mendon Hamlet
The off-site book drop at the Mendon Meadows Mall will be discontinued. The last day library materials will be accepted into this book drop is NOVEMBER 30. We do apologize for any inconvenience, but overall the usage has decreased over the years. The book drop at...
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.
Holiday Cookie Decorating with Daydream Cakes
Teens & Adults join us on Wednesday, November 29, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, in the Mendon Public Library Jacobs Family Reading Room for a fun night of holiday cookie decorating with Daydream Cakes. Learn from Rebecca all the finest cookie decorating techniques. Make a few of your own sugar cookie gingerbread people to take home. Class limited to 15 teens and adults. Sign up today to reserve your spot.
Travel Talk: ADKs in the Winter
The Adirondacks have SO much to offer in the winter. Join Zack, co-founder, and guide at Guide ADK, as we learn about skiing, hiking, snowshoeing and ice climbing in New York State's winter playground. Sign up today for this all ages, free talk on Saturday, December...
Travel Talk: Which Viking Cruise in Right for You?
Christy Masters, of Set and Rise Vacations, will be at the Mendon Public Library on Tuesday, December 5, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, with a free talk on “Which Viking Cruise is Right for You?” With such a tremendous choice of itineraries, it can be hard to narrow down which cruise is the right one for you. Christy is a fully-certified Viking Expert in Viking Fundamentals, River, Ocean and Expedition Cruises which allows her to provide plenty of information on European River Cruises, Ocean Cruises as well as cruises on the Mississippi! Christy will also share information about the new 2024 European Travel Visa requirement. Reserve your seat today for this free talk.
Meditation Mondays – Guided Meditation Series with Lori
4 Mondays (9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11) at 6:30PM, you can participate in a 1-hour, interactive, guided meditation. You won’t have to be a master to experience this ancient art by having someone guide you through the process. Everyone is welcome. Wear comfortable clothing. Sign up today for one class, or all four.
Winter Themed Air Plant Workshop with Sigriet
Learn all about air plants and make your own with Sigriet! This program on Saturday, December 16, from 11:00am - 12:00pm is for teens and adults. Sigriet of Prismatic Gardens will provide all materials and guided instruction will to make your very own glass globe air...
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...
J and YA Materials Going Fine Free
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.
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....
Teen YA Booklists
Check out the Young Adult Booklists compiled by your MCLS YA/Teen Librarians!
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...
Book Clubs
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.