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Great Reasons to Give
The Mendon Public Library strengthens our community by:
- Developing young people’s minds, and helping adults and seniors pursue their interests and dreams;
- Serving as a window to the Internet and other current technology;
- Connecting the public to our democracy and our heritage;
- Enhancing the economy; and
- Facilitating regional idea exchange through membership in the Monroe County Library System.
Explore different ways to support our library by the menu to the right or the blog posts below.
Library Trustee Vacancy
The Mendon Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a new member to fill the remainder of a term which ends December 31, 2026. The required qualifications are: A sincere interest in furthering the mission of the Mendon Public Library, Residency within the Town of Mendon, A commitment to attend meetings the first Monday evening of each month, occasionally work on special projects, and complete Trustee training, Candidates who bring new perspectives and ideas to the table will help us better serve the entire community. To apply, send a letter of interest and resume to Mendon Public Library Director Lyla Grills at Lyla.Grills@libraryweb.org. Deadline to apply is September 8.
VolunTeens!
6th – 12th Graders: Join Emily at the library on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, from 2:30 PM to 4 PM (note time change from summer), for a variety of activities to give back to the library and community! We will have a different project each week, posted in advance in the Teen Corner. Feel free to come with your own ideas as well. We can’t wait to collaborate with you! If you can, register in advance so we know how many snacks to provide! VolunTeens are currently scheduled on these Tuesdays: Sep 9, Sep 23, Oct 14, Oct 28, Nov 11, Nov 25, and Dec 9.
Friends of MPL Red Tote Bags for Sale
The Friends of the Mendon Public Library are offering their beautiful, red tote bags for sale at the library. These bags are $15/each. They are perfect for toting library books and/or gift giving. Bags are available for purchase at the library with cash, or checks made payable to the “Friends of the Mendon Public Library”, or can be paid online, and picked up at the library by showing your purchase confirmation at the circulation desk.
Mendon Library Celebrates Nancy Holtby and The Friends of MPL!
The week of October 20 – 26 is “Friends of Libraries Week.” The Mendon Public Library joins with libraries and communities across the country in recognizing the good work of this important volunteer group. In conjunction with “Friends of Libraries Week”, the MPL Friends gathered to place a commemorative brick for Nancy Holtby, their most recent Past-President. The Mendon Public Library is a better place thanks to the support of The Friends of Mendon Public Library.
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Great Reasons to Give
The Mendon Public Library strengthens our community by: Developing young people’s minds, and helping adults and seniors pursue their interests and dreams; Serving as a window to the Internet and other current technology; Connecting the public to our democracy and our heritage; Enhancing the...
Join the Friends
Feel free to join the next Friends meeting, call the library for more information. The Friends of the Mendon Public Library is a 501c3 organization dedicated to enhancing our library. We are people like you who believe in and support this valuable community asset. Friends’ meetings occur monthly...
Donate and Shop: Both help the Friends of the Mendon Public Library
The Friends of the Mendon Library Store is open whenever the library is open. Our selection includes high quality books and other materials suitable for gift giving at a fraction of the price of new. Book Donations to the Library If you are ready to share your books with others, we accept limited...
Purchase a Historic Brick
Support the library by purchasing a historic brick, engraving it with a message and/or memory, thereby securing a special spot in the library’s exterior garden. Purchase a brick electronically, here.
Volunteer
Calling all teens and adults interested in volunteering! Sign up to help at the library on a limited or regular basis by filling out a Volunteer Application and returning it to the library. We’ll reach out if we need help. Volunteer Application
Share Your Talents: Volunteer at the Mendon Public Library
Ready to step forward and share your talents with the community? The Mendon Public Library asks you to consider developing a "Arts & Crafts Presenter Proposal." To develop a "Arts & Crafts Presenter Proposal" simply outline: art/craft program you could offer; target age group;...
Corporate and Grant Giving
We are extremely thankful for our Corporate Donors and Grantors, including: Red Door Donors (Over $50,000 in giving since 2010) May K Houck Foundation HFMP and MMMP Star Headlight and Lantern Founder Donors (Over $25,000 in giving since 2010) Canandaigua National Bank M&T Bank and...
Consider Planned Giving
Legacy Gifts, Bequests, Charitable Trusts, Transfers from Retirement Plans, and Gifts of Life Insurance are all wonderful ways to support the Mendon Public Library. The Library Director will happily discuss these giving options, (585)624-6067.