Check out the latest updates on the Maplewood Community Library Expansion project and find information about their temporary location.
Writers & Books is partnering with select RPL Branches to proved free, week-long afternoon camps, for ages 8-13.
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Do you have items you would rather sell than donate? Bring a table and offer them at our community Flea Market. Registration is required.
The TableTop Gaming Club will meet in the Teen Space.
Canvasses and paint supplied, just bring your creativity!
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Join Lewis St. Andrew for a lively magic show!
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Applying for benefits online can be confusing, so bring your questions to this class! We will go over searching for healthcare, looking for affordable housing, and applying for Social Security. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Those under the age of 14 need to ...
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Learn a basic knot and then create a keychain all your own. Space is limited. Registration required.
Join us to learn openings, traps, and more on your way to becoming a chess master! Or just come to play games against other kids and teens. All skill levels welcome. Ages 5-18.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of mail with a ...
Feeling stuck or frustrated with your devices? Come to the Lyell Branch for Tech Class Mondays, and improve your digital skills! We can follow a structured syllabus through the DigitalLearn.org website over multiple weeks, or we can work on specific tasks you want to complete. FREE, just be sure to register with the link! Applicable to most personal devices from smartphones, tablets, and laptops! Don't have your own laptop to bring ...
Join through Zoom for an hour free Beginning English Class. This class is open to Monroe County, New York residents, because the library program is supported by Monroe County, NY taxes. We review basic pronunciation, vocabulary, verbal phrases and tenses. Beginning English levels welcome. Once you attend this group class, we could set up a weekly small group class for you to improve your English. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb....
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Ages 5 and under Enjoy songs, stories, and rhymes in the park with your little one. Meet by the Highland Park Tunnel Tree, located across from the Lamberton Conservatory. In case of inclement weather, call the Children’s Center at 428-8150 for cancelation information.
Jul 8 - Kites Jul 15 - Fans Jul 22 - Painting Jul 29 - Frogs Aug 5 - Suncatchers Ages 5-8 Registration not required.
Join our summer reading program and take part in the exciting Photo Comic Book activity.
Join Ms. Kassie in the children's room for a Rainbow Story Time! Ages 2-5 This week's color is Green!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Join Ms. Kassie every Tuesday at 3pm in the children's room for a short story time! Afterwards, use your imagination to make a LEGO build inspired by the stories! Your LEGO build will stay on display in the library until the following week! Ages 6+
Is your small business protected from unexpected risks? Join Start Small Think Big and insurance experts from Stockbridge Risk Management for a free, practical webinar designed to help entrepreneurs confidently understand and choose the right business insurance coverage. In this session, you’ll learn how to: Identify common risks faced by small businesses that can be addressed by insurance Understand key types of coverage—including general liability, property, workers’ compensation, and ...
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Color Our World with The Wondermakers! Queue the lights, take the stage, and experience the joy and creativity of interactive theater! Join us at the Winton Branch library as we welcome The Wondermakers, and their interactive storybook theater. On July 30 from 11:00am-12:00pm children of all ages are invited to take part in this creative, colorful and collaborative show. There will be singing, dancing, and colorful costumes galore, so bring a friend or two. For ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Children and families are invited to join us for a bilingual storytime on Wednesday, July 30 at 1pm in the Children’s Section. Los niños y las familias están invitados para una hora de cuentos bilingüe en miércoles 30 de julio a las 1pm en la Sección Infantil.
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Come discover how colors are blended in markers with this fun experiment/art project! Best for ages 4+
Join Ms. Kassie and Ms. Theresa in the Children’s Room every Wednesday from 2:30-4:00pm this July for Crochet Club! Kids aged 9-12 will learn the basics of crochet! Registration required. To register please visit the Monroe Branch, or call the Children's room at 585-428-8275.
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Teens and Adults are invited to join our rebooted Technology Center Coding Club. Come play with some cool new robots! The curriculum is based on participant interests, so if there’s something you want to learn to do, come talk about it at coding club. Current activities available: Easy difficulty: Electrical Engineering : Try out our Makey Makey programmable controller from MIT media labs. Use it to turn anything into a video game ...
We will be rewarding our young summer readers with a Magic Show by the amazing and hilarious https://davejeffersmagic.com/
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
By the Flagpole at the Beach All ages Be prepared and bring a blanket! Registration not required.
Join our summer reading program and take part in the exciting Photo Comic Book activity.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Join us as Mr. Matt reads a picture book and then leads kids and parents in songs - we might even write one together!
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (forthcoming June 10, 2025). The Mind Electric speaks to the stories we tell ourselves about our brains, and the stories that our brains tell to us.
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
No drawing or painting experience is needed for this fun art project! Just drop some paint and see how our Spin Art machine spreads and blends it! Best for ages 4+
The Presidential election of 1912 is one of the most fascinating ones in American history! Of the four men who ran that year, one was a former President, one a current President, and one a future President: Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and Woodrow Wilson. Add on to that list a popular Socialist leader- Eugene Debs. These four giants would run against each other to decide the future of this country. Little did they know ...
Grab your knitting needles and crochet hooks, and join other crafters to work on new projects, ask for help and admire other's works. We are a friendly group with lots of laughing and friendships to be made. No registration required, just bring yourself and a project if you have one!
Join Ms. Kassie for a cozy story time in your pajamas! Afterwards, you can leave one stuffed animal overnight at the library to have a slumber party! Make sure to come pick your friend up the next day to learn all about their exciting night at the library!
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
We all know the library is a place to check out books and movies, but do you know all of the resources your library has to offer? Come and learn about the amazing resources provided by the Monroe County Library System! Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. Adults and children will both make new friends as we Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ready to learn to read.
Drop in play some of our Switch Games Drop in at the Winton Branch Library at 611 N. Winton Rd. any Friday from 2-4pm to play any of our Switch Games. We will have everything you need to play either by yourself or with a partner
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Are you a teen interest in playing D&D but want to join a new campaign? Now is your chance! We are starting a NEW TEEN D&D session. Saturday August 2, is Session ZERO. Come in and meet the Dungeon Master and other players and learn how the campaign will be played. The Game won't start today so mark your calendars for Session ONE on Saturday, September 6. If you have any ...
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Charlotte Branch Library's Produce Distribution. Occurs on the First Saturday of every month until all food is distributed. Volunteers are welcome to arrive beginning at 3 p.m. to help. Produce Distribution takes place in our basement level meeting room. Jennifer Cherelin is the Produce Distribution coordinator. Please call the library with any further questions.
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Get an up-close, personal look at how animals move. Preschoolers will hop, slither and crawl just like the animals that they meet.
Learn the basics of using Google Workspace to create documents, edit spreadsheets, schedule your activities, and more! Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Limit of one device per person ...
Come join us for stories and the opportunity to learn about silkie chickens. You may even get to pet one!
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Learn about where the fiber for clothing and other textiles comes from and participate in a water felting activity utilizing alpaca fiber from a local farm. This is workshop is a great way to learn about fiber animals and fiber arts
Join us to learn openings, traps, and more on your way to becoming a chess master! Or just come to play games against other kids and teens. All skill levels welcome. Ages 5-18.
Feeling stuck or frustrated with your devices? Come to the Lyell Branch for Tech Class Mondays, and improve your digital skills! We can follow a structured syllabus through the DigitalLearn.org website over multiple weeks, or we can work on specific tasks you want to complete. FREE, just be sure to register with the link! Applicable to most personal devices from smartphones, tablets, and laptops! Don't have your own laptop to bring ...
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of mail with a ...
Join through Zoom for an hour free Beginning English Class. This class is open to Monroe County, New York residents, because the library program is supported by Monroe County, NY taxes. We review basic pronunciation, vocabulary, verbal phrases and tenses. Beginning English levels welcome. Once you attend this group class, we could set up a weekly small group class for you to improve your English. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb....
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Jul 8 - Kites Jul 15 - Fans Jul 22 - Painting Jul 29 - Frogs Aug 5 - Suncatchers Ages 5-8 Registration not required.
We all know the library is a place to check out books and movies, but do you know all of the resources your library has to offer? Come and learn about the amazing resources provided by the Monroe County Library System! Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. ...
Join Ms. Kassie in the children's room for a Rainbow Story Time! Ages 2-5 This week's color is Blue!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Make a piece of art with colored sand in a repurposed jar! Best for ages 4+
Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so, this event is a must-attend. In this sixth module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll focus on responding to office actions, the official letters that USPTO examining attorneys issue after reviewing your trademark application. The event is free, but space is limited, so register early. This ...
Participants will learn to cook/taste some simple recipes with limited ingredients.
Stop by and get some henna done! For Age 5 and up
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants ...
Join Ms. Kassie every Tuesday at 3pm in the children's room for a short story time! Afterwards, use your imagination to make a LEGO build inspired by the stories! Your LEGO build will stay on display in the library until the following week! Ages 6+
Join us for a workshop to learn about the New York State Civil Service Merit System, Civil Service Exams, NYHELPS Program, and Monroe County Civil Service Opportunities. This workshop will be presented by Maia A. Mesh, Monroe County Human Resources Department and Christina M. Lyon, New York State Department of Civil Service. Registration is required. Please click below to register: https://NYSJobsAndCareersRochester0805.eventbrite.com
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Pet real, live animals Give yourself and your family a real treat by coming to the Winton Branch Library at 11am on Wednesday, August 6 to touch and pet real live animals. The Two by Two Petting Zoo will be bringing a variety of furry animals including a pig, a bunny, and a hedgehog. There is no need to resister for this free program, and there’s plenty of space, so bring along the whole ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Learn more about what is available to learn about careers in Monroe County. Space is limited! Please register.
Families have the opportunity to see live birds- in the library! Join us on Wednesday, August 6 at 1pm for a meet and greet with BBRR’s education birds to learn more about these raptors who live in our area. Familias pueden ver aves en la biblioteca! Habrá un encuentro y saludo con BBRR’s aves de educación en miércoles 6 de agosto al 1pm.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Do you like cartoons? Learn about an early animation toy called a thaumatrope-an optical toy that creates the illusion of motion with the "persistence of vision." You will make two images appear as one image as you create your own toy. Best for ages 5-12.
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Become a goddess in your own right when you use memory wire to create a beaded goddess bracelet. Space is limited. Registration required.
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Teens and Adults are invited to join our rebooted Technology Center Coding Club. Come play with some cool new robots! The curriculum is based on participant interests, so if there’s something you want to learn to do, come talk about it at coding club. Current activities available: Easy difficulty: Electrical Engineering : Try out our Makey Makey programmable controller from MIT media labs. Use it to turn anything into a video game ...
Hosted by Emily Morry Rochester’s logo, a blue lilac combined with a water wheel, is telling of the city’s industrial history. Both the logo and the nicknames it features—Flour City and Flower City—evoke the two major industries that fueled the city’s early development. However, a myriad other—and perhaps lesser known—local industries and inventions also helped put Rochester on the map. ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
By the Flagpole at the Beach All ages Be prepared and bring a blanket! Registration not required.
Join Ms. Jennifer in the Children's room for a fun and interactive music program!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. The USPTO's Midwest Elijah J. McCoy Regional Outreach Office offers this session for aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and students the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited, so register early. The discussion ...
Figuring out what is and isn’t a scam online can be difficult these days. This class will help participants feel confident in recognizing online scams and feel safe while using the internet. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 ...
Join us as Mr. Matt reads a picture book and then leads kids and parents in songs - we might even write one together!
Join us for an end of Summer ice cream social! We will have dairy and non-dairy options. For all ages!
Understanding patent application drafting is a vital step in protecting your invention. In part four of this eight-part recurring series, United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) experts will discuss the formalities and requirements of drafting a patent application, as well as how to avoid common mistakes. To gain the most from this workshop, we suggest participants have an intermediate knowledge of the intellectual property (IP) system in general, and patents specifically. We recommend ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Super-charge your side hustle or cut your small business costs with this free program. Why pay a graphics company when you can learn to make your own promotional flyers and professional business cards for free at the public library? The first few minutes of class are an overview of the fundamentals of graphic design, color theory, ADA compliant coloration tools, and other resources. The remainder of the time will be individual assistance and ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Make and accessorize your own color wheel! Best for ages 5+.
Join Ms. Kassie and Ms. Heather in the children’s room for two hours of video games! All games are rated either E or E10+. Parent or guardian supervision is required.
Grab your knitting needles and crochet hooks, and join other crafters to work on new projects, ask for help and admire other's works. We are a friendly group with lots of laughing and friendships to be made. No registration required, just bring yourself and a project if you have one!
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If ...
Stop by the library table at the senior café with your phone or other device for in-depth one-on-one assistance. We can show you how to set up new devices, troubleshoot slow phones, adjust notification settings, remove applications that slow down your system, and keep your devices secure. Please Note: This program will be held at: Senior Tech Help @ Lifespan Wolk Café, Sibley Square, 25 Franklin St
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. Adults and children will both make new friends as we Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ready to learn to read.
Applying for benefits online can be confusing, so bring your questions to this class! We will go over searching for healthcare, looking for affordable housing, and applying for Social Security. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Limit of one device per person ...
Join Mr. Commodore for the presentation on learning new skills to create your own comic book this summer.
Drop in play some of our Switch Games Drop in at the Winton Branch Library at 611 N. Winton Rd. any Friday from 2-4pm to play any of our Switch Games. We will have everything you need to play either by yourself or with a partner
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
All ages Come in and read to these friendly furry dogs! Registration not required.
In this class we will be exploring what the Divine means to them through art. Creating their version of the Divine whatever that may be. Space is limited. Registration required.
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Bring your cards to battle, trade or just enjoy talking and learning about Pokemon Cards. For ages 8 and up.
Register today for this virtual event on Market Development in the Successful Inventing series for 2025, presented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Licensing Executives Society - Silicon Valley Chapter. This session focuses on early-stage funding and informal planning: Preliminary marketing and advertising The message and the media - the value proposition Distribution options Wholesale and retail outlets Internet and online strategies
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Visit the Anthony Mascioli Gallery of the Rundel Memorial Library for this special exhibit exploring how we are all shapeshifters. Accompanying this work are exhibits highlighting three archival collections from the Rochester Public Library's Local History & Genealogy Division: the Tischer and Watts Marriage Equality Collection, the Dignity Integrity Collection, and the Tim Mains Papers. About the art: Shapeshifters: Bodies Like Water Playing with Gender…Playing with Power This work honors the ...
Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that’s all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!
Learn the basics of using Google Workspace to create documents, edit spreadsheets, schedule your activities, and more! Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Limit of one device per person ...
Let's make music with Jennifer! Join us in the Children's room for a fun interactive music program. All ages are welcome.
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Bring in a pre-washed 100% white cotton item of your choosing and we will tie dye it with indigo. Space is limited. Registration required.
Join us to learn openings, traps, and more on your way to becoming a chess master! Or just come to play games against other kids and teens. All skill levels welcome. Ages 5-18.
Feeling stuck or frustrated with your devices? Come to the Lyell Branch for Tech Class Mondays, and improve your digital skills! We can follow a structured syllabus through the DigitalLearn.org website over multiple weeks, or we can work on specific tasks you want to complete. FREE, just be sure to register with the link! Applicable to most personal devices from smartphones, tablets, and laptops! Don't have your own laptop to bring ...
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of mail with a ...
Join through Zoom for an hour free Beginning English Class. This class is open to Monroe County, New York residents, because the library program is supported by Monroe County, NY taxes. We review basic pronunciation, vocabulary, verbal phrases and tenses. Beginning English levels welcome. Once you attend this group class, we could set up a weekly small group class for you to improve your English. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb....
Ages 5-8 Please bring an item to tie dye. Registration required.
We all know the library is a place to check out books and movies, but do you know all of the resources your library has to offer? Come and learn about the amazing resources provided by the Monroe County Library System! Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. ...
Join Ms. Kassie in the children's room for a Rainbow Story Time! Ages 2-5 This week's color is Purple!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so, this event is a must-attend. In this seventh module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll focus on what happens after registration, including mandatory filings to keep your registration alive. The event is free, but space is limited, so register early. This module will cover the ...
Make a colorful lantern with repurposed tissue paper, jars and Mod Podge! Best for ages 4+
Join us online Tuesday, August 12, from 2-3 p.m. ET to learn how to file patent-related documents in DOCX format using Patent Center. You will hear from experts on the USPTO's eCommerce Modernization (eMod) team, who will provide demonstrations and answer your questions. This session is one of several free training sessions found on the DOCX filing series page. Instructions for joining the Webex training session will be provided via ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants ...
Join Ms. Kassie every Tuesday at 3pm in the children's room for a short story time! Afterwards, use your imagination to make a LEGO build inspired by the stories! Your LEGO build will stay on display in the library until the following week! Ages 6+
The James Webb Space Telescope is the latest NASA mission sent to discover the distant mysteries of the universe. Join NASA Ambassador Jim Porter to discover what scientists are learning from the JWST; the largest, most powerful space telescope ever deployed. For several months the optical system has been aligned and images are now coming back to us, showing some of the first stars and galaxies ever formed. Images also include objects from Mars outward ...
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Frustrated by searching for jobs online? This course is designed to help participants have a professional resume, navigate online job boards, and easily apply for jobs. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to ...
Meet the orchestra series: performance and historical background on various instruments. Each program will feature live music in various styles with an informed background. The program will be taking place in the Kate Gleason Auditorium in the Bausch and Lomb Building. Performers are from Nazareth All Programs are 12-1pm. Join us for the series: Meet the Orchestra Series: Viola 7/23/25 Meet the Orchestra Series: Guitar &...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Join us Wednesday, August 13th at 1pm for a Terrarium workshop with Prismatic Gardens. Kids will be able to make and take home a terrarium! Limited amount of spots available, please call us at 585-428-8210 to register.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
All ages Registration not required.
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Come make your own recycled paper! Best for ages 5-12
Stop by the library to spend some time reading to a therapy dog! Our furry friends love kids and stories. All ages are welcome!
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Teens and Adults are invited to join our rebooted Technology Center Coding Club. Come play with some cool new robots! The curriculum is based on participant interests, so if there’s something you want to learn to do, come talk about it at coding club. Current activities available: Easy difficulty: Electrical Engineering : Try out our Makey Makey programmable controller from MIT media labs. Use it to turn anything into a video game ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
By the Flagpole at the Beach All ages Be prepared and bring a blanket! Registration not required.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Figuring out what is and isn’t a scam online can be difficult these days. This class will help participants feel confident in recognizing online scams and feel safe while using the internet. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 ...
Join us as Mr. Matt reads a picture book and then leads kids and parents in songs - we might even write one together!
Are you an inventor preparing to file a patent application? In part five of this eight-part recurring series, United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) experts will discuss the parts of the claim, show examples of claim illustrations from issued U.S. patents, and help participants develop a better appreciation of how a patent examiner views a claim. To get the most out of this workshop, you should have an intermediate knowledge of ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Come practice ‘Suminagashi,’ which translates to ‘floating ink’, a form of Japanese paper marbling. By dropping different colored ink onto water, you can create unique swirling patterns that can then be transferred to paper. Best for ages 4+.
Grab your knitting needles and crochet hooks, and join other crafters to work on new projects, ask for help and admire other's works. We are a friendly group with lots of laughing and friendships to be made. No registration required, just bring yourself and a project if you have one!
The Erie Canal, which celebrates its bicentennial this year, was instrumental in establishing Rochester as one of America’s first boomtowns. The canal not only fueled Rochester’s economic development, but it also helped diversify the local population as it spurred the settlement of immigrants and migrants with varying religious, social, and political viewpoints. Join us for an approximately 1-mile-long tour along the Erie Canal’s former route downtown. The tour details ...
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. Adults and children will both make new friends as we Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ready to learn to read.
Applying for benefits online can be confusing, so bring your questions to this class! We will go over searching for healthcare, looking for affordable housing, and applying for Social Security. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Limit of one device per person ...
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room to say thanks for all your hard work participating in our Summer Reading Program! Enjoy games, pizza, and the Summer Reading raffle! Don’t forget to bring your finished reading logs, as it is the last day to turn them in!
Drop in play some of our Switch Games Drop in at the Winton Branch Library at 611 N. Winton Rd. any Friday from 2-4pm to play any of our Switch Games. We will have everything you need to play either by yourself or with a partner
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Join us for movement, music and stories! For ages 2-5.
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
You don’t want to miss this special storytime with the famous, fabulous drag queen, Mrs. Kasha Davis! For kids of all ages. MKD will read from her original childrens book, a story about love, acceptance, and most of all - "If you see someone who is different in this world, be kind." This event will also include a singalong and opportunities for kids to get on their feet ...
Learn the basics of using Google Workspace to create documents, edit spreadsheets, schedule your activities, and more! Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Limit of one device per person ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Join us to learn openings, traps, and more on your way to becoming a chess master! Or just come to play games against other kids and teens. All skill levels welcome. Ages 5-18.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of mail with a ...
Feeling stuck or frustrated with your devices? Come to the Lyell Branch for Tech Class Mondays, and improve your digital skills! We can follow a structured syllabus through the DigitalLearn.org website over multiple weeks, or we can work on specific tasks you want to complete. FREE, just be sure to register with the link! Applicable to most personal devices from smartphones, tablets, and laptops! Don't have your own laptop to bring ...
The Open Page Sessions - Every third Monday of the month, 5:30pm-6:45pm Join host and poet Taurus Savant in an open-mic style of poetry readings, sharing space and community with other writers and readers. Schedule permitting, up to ten readers will be given 3-5 minutes to share their piece via a sign-up sheet with a receptive audience. Sign-up begins at 5:30pm and readings begin at 6:00pm to be finished by 6:45pm.
Join through Zoom for an hour free Beginning English Class. This class is open to Monroe County, New York residents, because the library program is supported by Monroe County, NY taxes. We review basic pronunciation, vocabulary, verbal phrases and tenses. Beginning English levels welcome. Once you attend this group class, we could set up a weekly small group class for you to improve your English. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb....
We all know the library is a place to check out books and movies, but do you know all of the resources your library has to offer? Come and learn about the amazing resources provided by the Monroe County Library System! Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Don’t let a “staycation” become stale! “Kidnap” your favorite travel companion and go on a road trip — just don’t tell them where you are headed! Lisa Wemett and Terry Mulee have taken each other on a variety of day-long “mystery trips” throughout Western New York State and the Finger Lakes region. They have explored the outdoors, art, gardens, and scenic ...
Celebrate the colors of he rainbow as you create your own edible version.
Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so, this event is a must-attend. In this final module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll provide a unique opportunity for you to “meet the trademark experts.” Come prepared with all of your trademark questions to share with our Law Office managing attorneys and other trademark ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants ...
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Frustrated by searching for jobs online? This course is designed to help participants have a professional resume, navigate online job boards, and easily apply for jobs. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
Meet the orchestra series: performance and historical background on various instruments. Each program will feature live music in various styles with an informed background. The program will be taking place in the Kate Gleason Auditorium in the Bausch and Lomb Building. Performers are from Nazareth All Programs are 12-1pm. Join us for the series: Meet the Orchestra Series: Viola 7/23/25 Meet the Orchestra Series: Guitar &...
Children and families are invited to join us for a bilingual storytime on Wednesday, August 20 at 1pm in the Children’s Section. Los niños y las familias están invitados para una hora de cuentos bilingüe en miércoles 20 de agosto a las 1pm en la Sección Infantil.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Come try tie dying with colorful Sharpie markers and rubbing alcohol! Best for ages 5-12
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Teens and Adults are invited to join our rebooted Technology Center Coding Club. Come play with some cool new robots! The curriculum is based on participant interests, so if there’s something you want to learn to do, come talk about it at coding club. Current activities available: Easy difficulty: Electrical Engineering : Try out our Makey Makey programmable controller from MIT media labs. Use it to turn anything into a video game ...
Hosted by Brandon Fess NB: this is an off-site tour that does not start at the Central Library. Rochester’s historic 6th Ward was both a center of education and industry. Home to the University of Rochester’s onetime campus and a former factory complex now known as Village Gate Square, the neighborhood served as both an intellectual and industrial incubator from the 1870s to the 1970s. Today, with both the University and ...
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Figuring out what is and isn’t a scam online can be difficult these days. This class will help participants feel confident in recognizing online scams and feel safe while using the internet. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If participants complete all 4 ...
Join us as Mr. Matt reads a picture book and then leads kids and parents in songs - we might even write one together!
Did you know that patents offer territorial rights, meaning that there is no such thing as an international or global patent? Learn how to help protect your intellectual property (IP) in foreign jurisdictions. In part six of this eight-part recurring series, United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) International Patent Legal Administration experts will discuss considerations and options for filing foreign patent applications. The discussion will include an overview of the Patent ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Join Ms. Kassie and Ms. Heather in the children’s room for two hours of video games! All games are rated either E or E10+. Parent or guardian supervision is required.
What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s Comic Club! Join us at the Winton Branch Library for our monthly meeting of the Comic Club! On the third Thursday of every month, from 4:00pm -5:00pm kids 9 and up can gather to meet other comic lovers, discuss the club’s latest reads, and enjoy some super snacks! Our chosen book ...
Grab your knitting needles and crochet hooks, and join other crafters to work on new projects, ask for help and admire other's works. We are a friendly group with lots of laughing and friendships to be made. No registration required, just bring yourself and a project if you have one!
A basic introduction to using computers. In this class, we’ll go over the computer’s hardware and how to use it, how to get on the internet, and how to create your own email. Maximum of 10 participants, no experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. If ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. Adults and children will both make new friends as we Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ready to learn to read.
Applying for benefits online can be confusing, so bring your questions to this class! We will go over searching for healthcare, looking for affordable housing, and applying for Social Security. Maximum of 10 participants, basic computer experience necessary, registration required. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. If participants complete all 4 classes, they will receive a free Chromebook to take home. Limit of one device per person ...
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
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