Check out the latest updates on the Maplewood Community Library Expansion project and find information about their temporary location.
The Monroe County Library System and the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County are excited to introduce 5 new VIP Pass Explorer Kits to the popular VIP Pass collection.
November has us picking deeply impactful books. Learn about history’s lasting legacy through both memoir and fiction, plus get a lesson on how to communicate. Register, submit questions, and view more Online Author Talks
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 a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist for games, storytelling, or interactive play, where your child will have the chance to strengthen their communication skills. Best for ages 1 1/2 - 4 and their families.
Join us in discussing When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole!
Foodlink Community Farm Farmfest at 585 Lexington Avenue! RPL Go! mobile van will be in attendance 12 to 2PM. Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more
🎙️ MCLS TABLETOP RPG w/ ATHNerdcast @ the Rochester Central Library Welcome to the MCLS Tabletop RPG w/ ATHNerdcast, a tabletop RPG community based at the Rochester Central Library. For the last few years, we’ve been rolling dice, telling stories, and bringing adventures to life through long-running Pathfinder 2e and D&D 5e campaigns. Our mission is to celebrate the creativity and community that tabletop RPGs inspire. Beyond our in-person sessions, we’re ...
Creative Movement is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and dance. Students work on developing physical skills, channeling energy, and stimulate imagination and creativity. Creative Movement class is filled with structured creative play, engaging and thought provoking props, story telling, and expressive pantomime. Through this program we will also be shaping and growing a ballet community of diversity and inclusion, the kind of community Draper Center wishes to provide for ...
Join us for a fun and spooky crafting session! We'll be making skeletons using Q-tips perfect for Halloween decorations or just a creative afternoon activity. All materials will be provided, and kids of all ages are welcome!
Explore self-expression through music and dance. Description: Twirl your way to the Winton Branch Library located at 611 N Winton Rd. every Monday from October 20 through November 17 at 10:30 am to take part in a fun free ballet program called Jump Start. Children ages 3 and 4 years old will register to take part in a weekly one-hour dance class called Creative Movement. This is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and ...
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/
Create your own book inspired fall wreath! Space is limited. Registration required!
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Stop in for basic resume assistance!
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 ...
Decorate a pumpkin with splatter paint!
Experiment with hands-on STEM activities featuring pumpkins. Best for ages 5-12.
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.
Come read with our dog friends.
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 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....
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 us for a virtual book discussion on Zoom every third Tuesday of the month. Come in to pick up what we’ll be reading in February. For the Zoom link, email us at charlotte.programs@libraryweb.org
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children's Room at the Monroe Branch Library for her next session of story times!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Bibliophobia: A Memoir by Sarah Chihaya Utilizing titles such as Anne of Green Gables, Possession, A Tale for the Time Being, and The Last Samurai as her own personal manuals, Chihaya explores her childhood, racial and cultural identity, experiences with “harmful practices of survival” and depression, as well as the myriad ways books can influence readers who become obsessed with them. Presenter: Tyler Barton is a writer, teacher, literary advocate, and author ...
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
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 ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
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.
Volunteers of America, 214 Lake Avenue, 3 to 5PM Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more!
Get in the spooky spirit and use some of those falling leaves to make your own leafy bats, ghosts and jack-o-lanterns! Best for ages 5-12.
An engaging survey of urban legends that have grown within the history and cultures of the Genesee River Valley, with some you may know, and most you may not. Dive into the spookier side of Rochester stories and discover there is more to the Flour City than just our famed White Lady.
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.
Did you love a particular vegetable or flower from your garden this summer and want to see it again next year? In this talk hosted by Master Gardener Karen Soanes from Cornell Cooperative Extension, you'll learn how to save seeds for next year. This is a Zoom event. Registration is required.
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. This class will be held at the Gates Community Center at 1605 Buffalo Rd, Rochester, NY. ...
Join us for a discussion of King's novel revolving around one of his most popular characters, Holly Gibney. Holly is a private investigator with several savant-like gifts who is looking into the disappearances of several people in a midwestern town. Bring your lunch, and we will provide the coffee and goodies.. All are welcome and no registration is required. Copies of the book are available at the BLB Circulation Desk at the ...
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 how to set up a Gmail account and perform essential email tasks, such as sending, receiving, and replying to messages. You'll also discover how to identify and manage spam, organize your inbox, delete unwanted emails, and search for specific messages efficiently. Preregistration 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.
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Stop by the library to spend some time reading to a therapy dog! Our furry friends love kids and stories. All ages are welcome!
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. This class will be held at the Center for Community Alternatives at 130 Andrews St, Rochester, NY. The class is only for Center for Community Alternatives participants. Those under the age of 14 need ...
Stop in for basic resume assistance!
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Enjoy snacks and a spooky movie.
This hands-on workshop for parents and children uses songs, environmental print, alphabet books, and games or activities to introduce letter names and sounds. The workshop is recommended for children ages two to five and lasts about 45 minutes. Snacks will be provided. Families will leave with books and activities to recreate the fun at home. This workshop is open to all Raising A Reader participants and any family interested in learning more ways to incorporate ...
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 ...
You are invited to join us online and be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way. Malala reintroduces herself to the world, sharing how she navigated life as someone whose darkest moments threatened to define her narrative—while seeking the freedom to find out who she truly is. Thrust onto the public stage at fifteen years old after the Taliban’...
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.
Join us for this storytime for all ages in the children's room. Stories, songs and fun for all!
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 program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-serve basis.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
1155 North Clinton, Tailor Square Apartments. Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more
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 class will take place at the Mendon Community Center located at 167 N Main Street, Honeoye Falls. This is a series of 4 classes as a part of the Wired for ...
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 ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Incorporate these recommendations into building a plan for healthy aging.
Artist Debbie Coller will teach us how to make beautiful memory wire beaded bracelets. This is a great program for all ages. Kids, teens and adults are welcome to attend.
Join Jennifer every Thursday at Three for half an hour of one of these fun activities: juggling, mime or drumming. Registration is not required and the whole family is welcome to participate.
Come dressed in your costume to enjoy some spooky music, creepy crafts and yummy treats!
The first female justice on the U.S. Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor, was raised on a ranch in Arizona. This upbringing helped to develop her confidence and self-assurance when she reached the Supreme Court. Growing up in an America where most women were expected to become a housewife, Sandra O'Connor instead became an important voice on the Supreme Court! Please join us as MCC Professor of History, Mark Sample, tells the story ...
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!
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 this spooky craft! Best for ages 4+.
Italian immigrants began arriving in the United States in large numbers between the late 1800s and early 1900s. Italian communities took root in many neighborhoods in cities including Rochester, NY. While established families with Italian roots have flourished over many generations, new immigrants continue to join our community. Rochester is home to a vibrant multicultural and multilingual Italian community proud of its heritage. Join panelists Carmelo Oliveri, Jordyn Bagley, and Kathy Castania for a ...
Creative Movement is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and dance. Students work on developing physical skills, channeling energy, and stimulate imagination and creativity. Creative Movement class is filled with structured creative play, engaging and thought provoking props, story telling, and expressive pantomime. Through this program we will also be shaping and growing a ballet community of diversity and inclusion, the kind of community Draper Center wishes to provide for ...
Accept our October building challenge and create a spooky scene! Whatever you build, we’ll put it on display. All ages.
Explore self-expression through music and dance. Description: Twirl your way to the Winton Branch Library located at 611 N Winton Rd. every Monday from October 20 through November 17 at 10:30 am to take part in a fun free ballet program called Jump Start. Children ages 3 and 4 years old will register to take part in a weekly one-hour dance class called Creative Movement. This is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and ...
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 after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Stop in for basic resume assistance!
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 ...
Read this year’s Writers & Books’ Rochester Reads pick and join us for a group discussion to share your thoughts!
Can you escape the Haunted Catacombs?
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 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....
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 ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Is a River Alive? by Robert Macfarlane Focusing on three landscapes in Ecuador; south-east India; and Canada, Macfarlane explores the ancient idea that rivers should be recognized as living beings in imagination and law. “This book is a journey into an idea that changes the world – the idea that a river is alive. What does such a recognition mean for perception, law and politics?” Presenter: Semi-retired journalist Steven Orr was a reporter ...
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
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.
Volunteers of America, 214 Lake Avenue, 3 to 5PM Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more!
Make this fun running Skeleton to guard your jar of treats. Best for ages 5-12.
How many fall items can you find?
The purpose of a Death Café is to bring the taboo subject of death out into the open. A Death Cafe is a confidential, group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. It is a discussion group rather than grief support or a counselling session. The objective is “to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” The non-profit ...
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.
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. This class will be held at the Gates Community Center at 1605 Buffalo Rd, Rochester, NY. ...
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 how to create a clear and effective functional resume that highlights your skills and experience. This workshop will guide you through formatting tips, layout choices, and content strategies to help you present yourself professionally and make a strong impression on potential employers. Preregistration is 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.
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor Court with a tale that is both timely and timeless. We invite you to sit down with us for an intriguing conversation with Gregory about her newest novel Boleyn Traitor (forthcoming October 14, 2025). Jane Boleyn watches from the shadows of the Tudor Court, where secrets are currency, every choice is dangerous, and even the faintest whisper can seal ...
The Department of Civil Service is the central personnel agency for the Executive Branch of New York State government, serving approximately 150,000 employees. Monroe County employs approximately 4,600 people in numerous career fields from the Airport to the Zoo! Most of these county positions are also hired through the Department of Civil Service. The intent of this presentation is to Demystify the Civil Service Merit System. Attendees will get background information on the merit system, a review ...
Stop in for basic resume assistance!
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 ...
Enjoy fall food and spooky-season activities!
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.
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 program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-serve basis.
Join us for this storytime for all ages in the children's room. Stories, songs and fun for all!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
Join us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Join Jennifer every Thursday at Three for half an hour of one of these fun activities: juggling, mime or drumming. Registration is not required and the whole family is welcome to participate.
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 participants ...
Join us for this storytime for all ages in the children's room. Stories, songs and fun for all!
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.
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 us after school for some fun activities. Will we make a craft? Play some games? Watch a movie? Go on a scavenger hunt? Stop by the library to find out!
Did you miss a Wired for Opportunity class session? Use this class to make it up! In this class, we'll be going over the basics from Intro to Computers as well as taking related questions. This is the make up class. Maximum of 10 participants, registration required. This is a stand-alone class that is a part of the Wired for Opportunity program. Those under the age of 14 need to have an adult with them. ...
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 ...
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. This class will be held at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church at 304 Joseph Ave, Rochester, NY. ...
In this monthly workshop you’ll work within a creative and supportive writing community to hone your craft and tell your story. Expect a variety of activities that will help you generate new ideas, revise existing projects, and establish effective writing practices for yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. Jen Case teaches writing workshops and leads literary discussions at libraries and senior living communities around Monroe County. She also presents with the group ...
A Monthly Genealogy Club co-sponsored by the Rochester Genealogical Society Facilitated by John D. Caufield & Anna Tomasso Are you a fan of family history? Do you wonder who your ancestors were and how you can learn more about them? Whether you are an experienced researcher or just starting out, we invite you to join our friendly, informal monthly gathering. Explore your questions, share your discoveries, and research your family’s past alongside ...
NACA, Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America, is a national non-profit community homeownership and community advocacy organization. NACA provides the "Best Mortgage in America" with over 13 Billion Committed by Bank of America and Citi Mortgage to this incredible mortgage. NACA's housing subsidiary NSC, is the largest HUD certified organization providing about 25% of the total counseling in the country. Sign up for the workshop at https://www.nacalynx.com/naca/workshop/workshopIntro.aspX ...
The Hinsdale House in Western New York is a renowned haunted location steeped in eerie history and chilling paranormal activity. Built in the late 19th century, this old farmhouse has gained international notoriety for its reports of ghostly encounters, including sightings of shadowy figures and unexplained noises. Visitors and paranormal investigators flock to this site, drawn by its compelling tales of former residents and their haunting experiences. Join me, Daniel Klaes the ...
Queen Catharine Montour was a Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and French woman, who served as the matriarch and namesake of Montour Falls, New York. A heroine who led her people to safety to Fort Niagara at the end of the American Revolution when her village and other Haudenosaunee settlements were being desecrated, Montour inspired author Cynthia G. Neale to write the historical novel, Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters. The book eventually made its way into the ...
Creative Movement is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and dance. Students work on developing physical skills, channeling energy, and stimulate imagination and creativity. Creative Movement class is filled with structured creative play, engaging and thought provoking props, story telling, and expressive pantomime. Through this program we will also be shaping and growing a ballet community of diversity and inclusion, the kind of community Draper Center wishes to provide for ...
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.
K-Pop Hangout + Collectable Trading Love K-pop? Come hangout, trade photocards of your favorite idols, and check out a book OR sign up for a library card for a chance to pick out FREE collector items from groups like “Katseye” and “Stray Kids”! First come, first served. November 3-8, after-school!
Explore self-expression through music and dance. Description: Twirl your way to the Winton Branch Library located at 611 N Winton Rd. every Monday from October 20 through November 17 at 10:30 am to take part in a fun free ballet program called Jump Start. Children ages 3 and 4 years old will register to take part in a weekly one-hour dance class called Creative Movement. This is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and ...
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.
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 ...
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/
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. This class will be held at Hubbard Springs Apartments at 154 Union Square Blvd, North Chili, ...
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....
Geared for k-3 Through “The Quilt Story,” by Tony Johnston and Tomie dePaola, families will delve into the world of 19th-century quilting, exploring its history and artistic techniques. Our museum educator will lead students through creating their own paper quilt squares, enabling them to express their creativity while learning about the past. Space is limited! Please register.
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. This class will be held at the Coalition of North East Association (CONEA) at 471 Hudson ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
Come work on your wellness by practicing simple Yoga in the Secret Room! All ages
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.
Volunteers of America, 214 Lake Avenue, 3 to 5PM Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more!
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.
Learn about the NYS Surety Bond Assistance Program with Ellen Neylan, Founder of Surety Bond Associates. Business First Wednesdays are for aspiring or current business owners and is brought to you by the Business Insight Center of the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County and the SUNY Brockport Small Business Development Center. To register, please call the Business Insight Center at 585.428.8106, contact business.insight@libraryweb.org or see below. This program ...
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/
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.
You’re invited to learn from journalist and author Joseph Lee as he chats online with us about his stirring memoir, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity. In it, he explores Indigenous identity in proximity to land that serves as an iconic vacationing spot for the wealthy–the “island paradise” Martha’s Vineyard. Growing up Aquinnah Wampanoag, Joseph Lee grappled with what it ...
Join us this November for a cozy and creative journaling session focused on gratitude! In this hands-on program, participants will create their own simple gratitude journals using folded paper and personalized covers. Once assembled, everyone will take time to reflect and write about the things they’re thankful for, big or small. This activity is perfect for all ages and a great way to slow down, appreciate the season, and cultivate a thankful mindset. ...
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
If the walls of your local watering hole could talk, what would they say? Rochester is no stranger to time-tested taverns and contemporary bars housed in historic buildings. Each of these edifices has a story to tell. What better time to hear them than during happy hour? Storied Saloons: Local History Happy Hours explores the history of some of Rochester’s most interesting and iconic bar-boasting buildings. If you enjoy learning and libations, pull ...
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.
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 program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-serve basis.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
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 in and play some of our Switch Games Drop in at the Winton Branch Library at 611 N Winton Rd to play any of our Switch Games. We will have everything you need to play either by yourself or with a partner.
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. This class will be held at the Mature Adult Resource Center at 86 Vienna Street, Rochester, ...
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 ...
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 us for this storytime for all ages in the children's room. Stories, songs and fun for all!
Meets monthly for 3 months. Work within a creative and supportive writing community to hone your craft and tell your story. Expect a variety of activities that will help you generate new ideas, revise existing projects, and establish effective writing practices for yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. Jen Case teaches writing workshops and leads literary discussions at libraries and senior living communities around Monroe County. She also presents with the group Women of 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 participants ...
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 ...
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. This class will be held at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church at 304 Joseph Ave, Rochester, NY. ...
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the publication of former City Historian Blake McKelvey’s landmark work, Rochester: The Water-Power City, 1812-1854, the first book in what would be a four-volume exploration of Rochester’s journey from settlement to technological powerhouse. Through his research and writing, McKelvey helped to define the field of urban history in the United States, as well as the role of a city historian. To commemorate this anniversary, ...
Creative Movement is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and dance. Students work on developing physical skills, channeling energy, and stimulate imagination and creativity. Creative Movement class is filled with structured creative play, engaging and thought provoking props, story telling, and expressive pantomime. Through this program we will also be shaping and growing a ballet community of diversity and inclusion, the kind of community Draper Center wishes to provide for ...
Explore self-expression through music and dance. Description: Twirl your way to the Winton Branch Library located at 611 N Winton Rd. every Monday from October 20 through November 17 at 10:30 am to take part in a fun free ballet program called Jump Start. Children ages 3 and 4 years old will register to take part in a weekly one-hour dance class called Creative Movement. This is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and ...
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 ...
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/
Come in and create your own etched pint glass, with help from designs created by our Cricut! We will have some designs, but if you have specific ideas, email us: cathy.kyle@libraryweb.org and we can talk! Space is limited, so registration is required.
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. This class will be held at Hubbard Springs Apartments at 154 Union Square Blvd, North Chili, ...
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....
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. This class will be held at the Coalition of North East Association (CONEA) at 471 Hudson ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
Volunteers of America, 214 Lake Avenue, 3 to 5PM Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more!
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.
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 how to use Microsoft Excel to organize, calculate, and format data with ease. This workshop introduces you to the core elements of Excel, including cells, worksheets, and workbooks. Whether you're tracking budgets, creating simple charts, or organizing information, this class will give you the foundational skills to get started confidently. Preregistration required.
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/
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 share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
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.
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 program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-serve basis.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
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 ...
As Thanksgiving approaches, think about what you are thankful for by contributing to our ‘Gratitude tree’ that will be displayed in the Children’s Center!
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!
Bring nature indoors by crafting your very own whimsical yet practical terrarium. Terrariums are the most effortless container gardens; they are easy to make and even easier to maintain! In this class, you will learn how to build and care for your terrarium. At the end of class, you will have created your very own terrarium to take home with you! All supplies are provided, but you can bring ...
Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters as we discuss her instant bestselling novel, The Berry Pickers, as well as her tender short fiction collection, Waiting for the Long Night Moon: Stories. Influenced by Peters’ own Mi’kmaq heritage, The Berry Pickers is a riveting exploration of family, grief, and the bonds we share. July 1962. A Mi’kmaq family from Nova Scotia arrives in Maine to ...
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. This class will be held at the Mature Adult Resource Center at 86 Vienna Street, Rochester, ...
Join us for this storytime for all ages in the children's room. Stories, songs and fun for all!
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 ...
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
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 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 ...
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. This class will be held at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church at 304 Joseph Ave, Rochester, NY. ...
Anna Leunis and Petros Karapetyan are violinists with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra who share a passion for performing together as a duo. Their programs range from classical masterworks such as Mozart’s Magic Flute (arranged for two violins), Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, and Sarasate’s Navarra, Op. 33, to pop favorites including selections from Wicked, Taylor Swift, The Beatles, and more. This season, their concerts support a special ...
Join Grupo Cultural for a series of stories, dance, and fun connecting different cultures. This series will include different classes including learning Latin rhythm dancing, sharing bilingual Spanish stories, STEAM experiences, cultural crafts, and food sharing. Ages 5-12. Registration encouraged.
The Peanuts-themed “Be Thankful” picture frames, available in the Teen Zone after-school from November 17th to 21st. While supplies last!
Explore self-expression through music and dance. Description: Twirl your way to the Winton Branch Library located at 611 N Winton Rd. every Monday from October 20 through November 17 at 10:30 am to take part in a fun free ballet program called Jump Start. Children ages 3 and 4 years old will register to take part in a weekly one-hour dance class called Creative Movement. This is a joyful way to explore self-expression through music and ...
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 ...
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/
In this special in person book discussion, we will be discussing The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee. You can pick up the books beginning October 14. ... Heather McGhee’s specialty is the American economy—and the mystery of why it so often fails the American public. From the financial crisis of 2008 to rising student debt to collapsing public infrastructure, she found a ...
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. This class will be held at Hubbard Springs Apartments at 154 Union Square Blvd, North Chili, ...
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....
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. This class will be held at the Coalition of North East Association (CONEA) at 471 Hudson ...
Join us for a virtual book discussion on Zoom every third Tuesday of the month. Come in to pick up Jacqueline in Paris by Ann Mah. For the Zoom link, email us at charlotte.programs@libraryweb.org
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Up to age 3 with adult(s). Siblings welcome. 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.
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 ...
Get yourself primed for the holiday season and join us for an online conversation you won't want to miss! Charles Duhigg, author of the bestselling books The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better, presents the ultimate guide on how to communicate and connect with anyone at work, home, and in life in his latest work, Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection. Packed with fascinating case studies and drawing on ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. A trained volunteer assists individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is provided for free on a drop-in, first-come, first-served basis.
Volunteers of America, 214 Lake Avenue, 3 to 5PM Mobile Library Programs & Services Sign up for a library card Browse and borrow library materials for all ages Get reading recommendations, reference support, and technology assistance from library staff Access Wi-Fi, laptops, tablets, and print/scan/fax technology Request a program: Our staff can deliver story times, literacy activities, technology training, and more!
Rochester-based folk musician and educator Allen Hopkins will help us celebrate 200 years of the Erie Canal, with songs sung by canallers and Western New Yorkers in canal towns,1815 to present. For over 40 years multi-instrumentalist Hopkins has been entertaining audiences with his vast knowledge of music and history. Expect to hear canal stories, sing along on choruses, and see a few of Hopkins’ antique musical instruments. A limited number of official Erie Canal Bicentennial posters ...
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.
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