The Monroe County Library System is happy to announce it’s renewal of the VIP Pass program for 2018. The Very Important Places (V.I.P.) pass provides a substantial discount to enjoy the best of Rochester and Monroe County’s arts and cultural treasures.
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Did you know that the Central Library is a Federal Depository Library, providing access to thousands of Government documents to the public? In the past we have maintained print copies of this collection. Now you can access the basic collection of this program digitally.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Come take photos with your favorite banned book. We will post them on our Facebook page.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday. Today we will discuss vocabulary for "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day".
Learn about setting fonts, formatting and importing pictures through a project-based approach using Microsoft Word 2010. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
A chance for little ones to get out of the house and burn off some energy! For ages 2-10. Location: Children's Room
Babies and their caregivers will enjoy books and songs with Miss Emily. Designed for children ages 0-2 and a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more details. NOTE NEW TIME
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
We offer an open computer lab for questions and answers on basic computer skills. Need help creating an email, using the Internet, or typing documents? Bring your questions and receive one-on-one assistance to achieve your computer goals. Registration is required as space is limited. Please call 585-428-8214 or stop by the Circulation Desk to register.
We'll be making creative crafts celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! For ages 4-12. Location: Children's Room
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
"Why should a sequence of words be anything but a pleasure?" Gertrude Stein asks. Good grammar alone does not guarantee great sentences, but conscious choices in diction, syntax and structure do. A sentence is an unfolding experience for the reader, each word producing an effect. This class will teach you how to think about constructing sentences so that they have both an intellectural and emotional impact. Open to writers of all levels. Space ...
Rich Black, Regional Director of Tutor Doctor of Rochester, will provide insights and tips on how to help our student better manage their time, prioritize tasks, plan projects and master executive functioning skills they need to ensure their academic success. Come and learn how to help your child stay on top of their homework assignments, prepare for tests, and prioritize important tasks.
Join us for a discussion of The Little Stranger by Sarah Waters. One postwar summer in his home of rural Warwickshire, Dr. Faraday, the son of a maid who has built a life of quiet respectability as a country physician, is called to a patient at lonely Hundreds Hall. Home to the Ayres family for over two centuries, the Georgian house, once impressive and handsome, is now in decline, its masonry crumbling, its gardens choked ...
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
1-on-1 assistance with computer basics: internet, e-mail, basic Word, e-books. Please call 428-8216 to register. For adults. Location: First Floor Adult Room
Art, music, and action mix with stories for a well-rounded program that includes fun with friends! Please knock at the front door as story time starts before the library opens. For all ages. Location: Children's Room
Come take photos with your favorite banned book. We will post them on our Facebook page.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Book: Henry David Thoreau: A Life by Laura Dassow Walls Reviewer: Reverend Dr. Richard (Dick) S. Gilbert, former leader of the First Unitarian Church “Walls's Thoreau is … a person who, in many ways, is a 21st-century liberal’s idea of our best self: pro-environmental, antiracist, anti-imperialist, feminist, reformist, spiritual but not religious.” (Nation)
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Join us at the Monroe Branch for a drop-in baby story time! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and live ukulele music with your baby, while you both get a chance to socialize. Ages 0 -18 months with caregiver(s); older siblings are welcome to play quietly or participate.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
See Ms. Nysha for details
Meet Miss Emily in the Children's Room and see what she's creating this week. A different craft each week in December. For ages 12 and under; while supplies last.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Get your math skills polished up with stories and activities. We will also bring back LEGO© Sudoku. For ages 12 and under.
Come take photos with your favorite banned book. We will post them on our Facebook page.
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Please join our book discussion group to discuss the book, Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis by J.D. Vance. Our group meets on a monthly basis, reads mostly contemporary fiction, although we occasionally read non-fiction, and is always welcoming new participants. A limited number of copies of the book are available at the Circulation Desk at Central Library during the month prior to the discussion date. Free ...
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Bring your own needlecraft project and socialize with others who share your love of knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or other stitching crafts. No registration necessary.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, finger plays, rhymes and more. Designed for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more information. NOTE NEW TIME
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
1-on-1 assistance with computer basics: internet, e-mail, basic Word, e-books. Please call 428-8216 to register. For adults. Location: First Floor Adult Room
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
Hear a story and then create book-related process art. Process art is the sensory experience of creating art.
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
Join us as we celebrate the start of a new school year. Stop in to say hi to Miss Sarah and Mr. Antoine and get introduced to the library. We will have library card sign-ups, crafts, and light refreshments. Robin from Henna Rising will be here to draw henna designs on your arm. Henna designs are on a first come, first served basis. All ages welcome!
Enjoy family time at the library. We'll even make the popcorn! Please call 428-8248 each week for the upcoming movie title. For all ages. Location: Children's Room
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
The Wheatley Book Club meets the 4th Wednesday of the month @ 5:30pm
If a new constitution convention were called in your lifetime, what issues do you believe would be on the agenda and which would be the most controversial? How has political debate changed since the birth our nation? Join us for a stimulating discussion about the Constitution, its past, and its impact on the present. The discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Timothy Kneeland, Chair of the Nazareth College History Department. Panelists: Adam Chodak - ...
Learn about using the internet through guided visits to several websites. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Join Miss Sarah for stories, songs, and more! We'll have play time afterward. All ages, no registration required.
Come take photos with your favorite banned book. We will post them on our Facebook page.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday. Today we will read "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day".
Each Thursday at noon, local poety and teacher, Kitty Jospe, selects a variety of poems for the group to read and discuss. Come experience the magic that happens when we slow down to read poetry out loud in a relaxing setting. All are invited to join this welcoming group. No poetry background is necessary - only an open mind! Free and open to the public. Brownbag lunches are welcome. No registration is necessary. For more ...
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Learn about what can be stored in a spreadsheet using Microsoft Excel 2010. Formula creation and cell formatting will be taught through a modifying an existing spreadsheet. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
See Ms. Nysha for details
Board games and card games will be available. Challenge your friends or the library staff to a game or two.
Do you knit or crochet? Stop by and bring your work-in-progress to sit and socialize with other crafters! All skill levels and types of needlecraft are welcome.
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
Bilingual story time in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! For families. Location: Children's Room
Come take photos with your favorite banned book. We will post them on our Facebook page.
Read, Sing, Dance, Play!!
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday. Today we will watch the movie "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day".
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first served basis. Issues that they can provide assistance with include: child custody/visitation rights, divorce (for victims of domestic violence), debt collection, unemployment insurance, landlord/tenant problems, and consumer issues. They do NOT provide help with criminal cases. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3...
A chance for little ones to get out of the house and burn off some energy! For ages 2-10. Location: Children's Room
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Art, music, and action mix with stories for a well-rounded program that includes fun with friends! For all ages. Location: Children's Room
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
We'll put the coffee pot on. Join us for a snack and see what's new at the Lyell Library. Offer up your suggestions for programs and materials you would like to see in your library.
Have fun with play dough, paints, and Legos. We even have Magna-Tiles now! For ages 4-12, younger children welcome with parental guidance. Location: Children's Room
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
This writing series will focus on how you can make the City of Rochester come alive for your readers. Whether you consider Rochester to be your subject, or simply the setting of some of your stories, or even a minor bit in your written works, this class is for you. We will explore the use of descriptive techniques and experimental structures, and also the use of historical records to tease out details from which we ...
Enjoy family time at the library. We'll even make the popcorn! Please call 428-8248 each week for the upcoming movie title. For all ages. Location: Children's Room
Every Saturday this fall learn how to code with University of Rochester instructors. Class size is limited. Classes are for young women ages 12 to 19. Time: 11am to noon in the you media lab--second floor of the Central Library's Bausch and Lomb building. Classes begin September 8th and run until December 8th. Sign up today! Any questions you may call Dennis at 428-8152 SIGN UP HERE
Classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level from beginner on up. We will also be featuring class visits from representatives of many services throughout the area, including city representatives, individuals to help with legal questions, social service organizations, banking systems and many more!
Monotype printmaking is a painterly technique to create a unique print. The print is created using two techniques; the additive technique by painting directly onto a smooth surface with ink or the subtractive where ink is rolled on the surface and then removed with brushes or other soft objects. You will learn both these techniques while you work on an acrylic plate that measures 8 x 10 inches. Please bring some photos or drawings that you want ...
Join us in the digital media lab for photography and lighting basics. All ages welcome. Make sure to bring your own camera.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
The Disciple: the reading of the play with images by Ronald Buttarazzi. This original play chronicles the epic struggle between Adolph Hitler and the Catholic Church and describes the heroism of Sophie Scholl and the resistance of the White Rose.
Calling All "Sleuths" ... You are invited to our Murder Mystery Night. All guests must arrive by 7:15 pm. Hopefully, the mystery will be solved by 9 pm, because the library doors will be locked then! Prizes will be raffled once the mystery has been solved. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited for this event, so you must RSVP by September 19. Call the Monroe Branch Library at 428-8202 to register for this special event.
Make an ornament for the Central Library’s 7th Annual “Wonderland at Central” Holiday Display! The Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County is looking for individuals or groups to make large ornaments to spread beauty and joy throughout the library buildings during December. This is the seventh year for our ornament display, and we’d love to have your art to share with the public during the upcoming holidays. During ...
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Learn about the different types of computers you could buy and use: tablets, laptops, smartphones, and desktops. Learn about WIFI and how to use the mouse. We will use a browser to visit internet sites. No prior computer experience required. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Babies and their caregivers will enjoy books and songs with Miss Emily. Designed for children ages 0-2 and a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more details. NOTE NEW TIME
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
We offer an open computer lab for questions and answers on basic computer skills. Need help creating an email, using the Internet, or typing documents? Bring your questions and receive one-on-one assistance to achieve your computer goals. Registration is required as space is limited. Please call 585-428-8214 or stop by the Circulation Desk to register.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
We will be making this cute Prim Pumpkin ornament. A primitive or prim is a doll or ornament that has a slightly grungy appearance. Prims are fun to make as you can be very creative with them and they can take on a distressed look. The ornament is sewn and painted but does not need to be perfect, that is part of the charm of a prim. You will decorate your pumpkin with a ...
Have you recently purchased a DSLR camera and you're not sure how to use the features then this is the class for you. In this class you will learn about the major features of your camera so you can have more fun with your photography and take better pictures. Please bring your camera and manual with you to class.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Book: With the End in Mind: Dying, Death, & Wisdom in an Age of Denial by Kathryn Mannix Reviewer: Dr. Chin-lin Ching, Director of Palliative Care, Highland Hospital Vivid stories drawn from the author’s 30 years of experience in palliative care which encourage readers to address the ‘quality vs. quantity dilemma’ for themselves.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Create stylish macrame jewelry using simple knots and various types of materials. Learn how to tie basic macrame knots, how to decide what types of materials to use, and various ways to finish off a project as you create either a macrame bracelet or set of earrings. All materials and tools will be provided. Space is limited. Please call 428-8216 to sign up. For adults.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Join us at the Monroe Branch for a drop-in baby story time! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and live ukulele music with your baby, while you both get a chance to socialize. Ages 0 -18 months with caregiver(s); older siblings are welcome to play quietly or participate.
Meet Miss Emily in the Children's Room and see what she's creating this week. A different craft each week in December. For ages 12 and under; while supplies last.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Please join us for our next 1st Wednesday small business program on October 3rd! Ralph M. Toscano, Jr., EA ATP, will present the topic of “Record-keeping” for business and the absolute necessity of having separate accounts for your business and personal records. The presentation will encompass EIN requirements, methods of accounting, retention requirements of records, and tax ramifications (i.e. Self-Employment tax). To register, call 585-395-8410, or visit https://conta.cc/2N9...
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Bring your own needlecraft project and socialize with others who share your love of knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or other stitching crafts. No registration necessary.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, finger plays, rhymes and more. Designed for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more information. NOTE NEW TIME
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
Hear a story and then create book-related process art. Process art is the sensory experience of creating art.
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
Learn about the different types of computers you could buy and use: tablets, laptops, smartphones, and desktops. Learn about WIFI and how to use the mouse. We will use a browser to visit internet sites. No prior computer experience required. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Each Thursday at noon, local poety and teacher, Kitty Jospe, selects a variety of poems for the group to read and discuss. Come experience the magic that happens when we slow down to read poetry out loud in a relaxing setting. All are invited to join this welcoming group. No poetry background is necessary - only an open mind! Free and open to the public. Brownbag lunches are welcome. No registration is necessary. For more ...
Played by Shona-speaking communities in Zimbabwe, the mbira is an instrument with 22 to 28 metal keys (lamellae) fixed to a wooden soundboard, which is then placed in a gourd resonator, used to amplify its resonance. Rattling pieces of metal, bottle caps or shells are attached to the instrument, which in turn produce buzzing sounds when the keys are plucked. The interaction of two or more players, singers, hosho (gourd rattles), and&...
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Learn about using the internet through guided visits to several websites. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Mike O'Brian, the "Getaway Guy", will be here to tell of his travels to reportedly haunted locations in New York State. Folks, nobody spins a yarn like Mike! This is sure to be a fun hour.
Board games and card games will be available. Challenge your friends or the library staff to a game or two.
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
Our most popular science fun night returns! Special early start time as this one is so popular. For ages 4-12. Location: Children's Room
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Coming in January: "First Friday Films." On the first Friday of each month, the Reynolds Media Center will screen a different movie at noon in the Kate Gleason Auditorium. We will show a mix of new films and classics, comedies, dramas, action, period films, mysteries: a little of everything. The first film will be "Victoria and Abdul," (2017; rated PG-13; 112 minutes). Judi Dench and Ali Fazal star in this ...
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first served basis. Issues that they can provide assistance with include: child custody/visitation rights, divorce (for victims of domestic violence), debt collection, unemployment insurance, landlord/tenant problems, and consumer issues. They do NOT provide help with criminal cases. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3...
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
Join us for a relaxed morning of singing and strumming some beginner-level ukulele tunes. Bring your ukulele or use one of ours. Folks who just want to sing are always welcome! We meet the first Saturday of the month, October- June, and host occassional guest artists and special events.
Every Saturday this fall learn how to code with University of Rochester instructors. Class size is limited. Classes are for young women ages 12 to 19. Time: 11am to noon in the you media lab--second floor of the Central Library's Bausch and Lomb building. Classes begin September 8th and run until December 8th. Sign up today! Any questions you may call Dennis at 428-8152 SIGN UP HERE
Classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level from beginner on up. We will also be featuring class visits from representatives of many services throughout the area, including city representatives, individuals to help with legal questions, social service organizations, banking systems and many more!
Stop by and meet artist Dick Kane, and watch as he demonstrates how to paint using watercolors. This program is free, and no registration is required. Dick Kane is a life-long Rochester resident, and is widely known for his paintings of his primary subjects, Rochester, and the Finger Lakes Region. Dick is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology College of Fine and Applied Arts, where his instructors included Ralph Avery, Ailing M. Clements, ...
Firefighters from Rochester Fire Department Engine 1 will be reading fire safety literature to children, doing hands-on activities (escape plans, "Stop, Drop, and Roll," and "Get Low and Go"), changing batteries in smoke detectors, and identifying hazards. There will also be a chance to "Dress the Firefighter" in order to teach children not to be afraid of firefighters in their full gear. Adult education, such as Exit Drills In The ...
FREDDY COMES TO ROCHESTER, presented by award-winning scholar Michael Cart, is the story of the life and work of the late Walter R. Brooks, creator of both the famous Freddy the Pig books for children and the character of Ed, the talking horse, the inspiration for the kitschy ‘60s television show “Mister Ed.” His talk will feature Brooks’ lifelong connections with Rochester. Michael Cart, a longtime columnist and reviewer for Booklist ...
Join us in the digital media lab to learn the basics of Adobe's cutting edge software, Photoshop. All ages welcome. No registration necessary.
Build! Construct! Create! Do you have a love of Legos? Then come to the Children’s Center of the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County from 1:00-4:00pm on Saturday, October 6, 2018, for Lego Lab! Come build a Lego creation and put it on display for all to see. Families with children of all ages are welcome to build. For more information, please call the Children’s Center at 428-8150.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
Get ready for Halloween with this stylish wrap bracelet. Using memory wire and themed beads create a fashionable wrap bracelet to bring an instant seasonal feel to any outfit. This program is for ages 16 and older. Registration is required. Please register at
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Make an ornament for the Central Library’s 7th Annual “Wonderland at Central” Holiday Display! The Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County is looking for individuals or groups to make large ornaments to spread beauty and joy throughout the library buildings during December. This is the seventh year for our ornament display, and we’d love to have your art to share with the public during the upcoming holidays. ...
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
We offer an open computer lab for questions and answers on basic computer skills. Need help creating an email, using the Internet, or typing documents? Bring your questions and receive one-on-one assistance to achieve your computer goals. Registration is required as space is limited. Please call 585-428-8214 or stop by the Circulation Desk to register.
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Book: The Best Cook in the World: Tales from My Momma's Table by Rick Bragg Reviewer: Chef Jerry Manley, former owner of Flour City Diner in Brighton and the Grill on East. "A beautifully written memoir... For readers who crave soul with their recipes this is a fitting tribute to foodways that are fast escaping."-- Library Journal (starred review)
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Join us at the Monroe Branch for a drop-in baby story time! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and live ukulele music with your baby, while you both get a chance to socialize. Ages 0 -18 months with caregiver(s); older siblings are welcome to play quietly or participate.
Meet Miss Emily in the Children's Room and see what she's creating this week. A different craft each week in December. For ages 12 and under; while supplies last.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Bring your own needlecraft project and socialize with others who share your love of knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or other stitching crafts. No registration necessary.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, finger plays, rhymes and more. Designed for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more information. NOTE NEW TIME
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
Hear a story and then create book-related process art. Process art is the sensory experience of creating art.
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
In support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Patricia Northrop from Willow NY will present on healthy relationships, how to break up from unhealthy relationships, and learning how to support others during these moments.
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
Hairwork in its many forms established itself as longstanding tradition by the latter half of the 19th century. Husbands went to work wearing watch fobs fashioned out of their wives hair. Locks from the dearly departed were mounted into rings and brooches. Ladies filled their autograph books with snippets from their friends. At the time of rising commercialism, sentimental hairwork became a way to signal ones sincerity and was a treasured keepsake. Today, saving a ...
Learn about using the internet through guided visits to several websites. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Join Miss Sarah for stories and songs for all ages! We’ll have playtime after the stories, no registration required.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Each Thursday at noon, local poety and teacher, Kitty Jospe, selects a variety of poems for the group to read and discuss. Come experience the magic that happens when we slow down to read poetry out loud in a relaxing setting. All are invited to join this welcoming group. No poetry background is necessary - only an open mind! Free and open to the public. Brownbag lunches are welcome. No registration is necessary. For more ...
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Learn about what can be stored in a spreadsheet using Microsoft Excel 2010. Formula creation and cell formatting will be taught through a modifying an existing spreadsheet. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Board games and card games will be available. Challenge your friends or the library staff to a game or two.
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first served basis. Issues that they can provide assistance with include: child custody/visitation rights, divorce (for victims of domestic violence), debt collection, unemployment insurance, landlord/tenant problems, and consumer issues. They do NOT provide help with criminal cases. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3...
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Join Miss Sarah and Highland Park Conservancy staff for storytime and a nature walk in Highland Park. We will be focusing on oak trees and animals in the park. We will meet in Poet’s Garden for story time and then go for a fun walk. Bring a blanket and a snack. For all ages, no registration required. This program is weather permitting; story time will be in the library if it is raining.&...
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
This class is for fiction writers who want to develop their characters. We'll do writing exercises that will deepen your understanding of your characters' histories, their values, their motivations and their secret sides. This writing will not necessarily end up in your final manuscript, but you'll flesh out what is in your characters that fuels the action. You'll end up with more three-dimensional protagonists and antagonists and feel more of a personal ...
Coding has never been so cute! Families of all ages are programmed to plan a course to the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County Children’s Center on Saturday, October 13, 2018 from 11am-noon to learn about the basics of computer programming with Cubetto, the friendly, screen-free wooden robot that teaches coding through hands on play! For more information, please call the Children’s Center at 428-8150.
Every Saturday this fall learn how to code with University of Rochester instructors. Class size is limited. Classes are for young women ages 12 to 19. Time: 11am to noon in the you media lab--second floor of the Central Library's Bausch and Lomb building. Classes begin September 8th and run until December 8th. Sign up today! Any questions you may call Dennis at 428-8152 SIGN UP HERE
Classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level from beginner on up. We will also be featuring class visits from representatives of many services throughout the area, including city representatives, individuals to help with legal questions, social service organizations, banking systems and many more!
Join us in the digital media lab as we go over the basics of camera function and lighting. Bring your own camera. All ages welcome.
Gamelan Lila Muni at Eastman, as in Bali, is a communal effort. Members include Eastman students, faculty, and staff, as well as many members of the Rochester community. The music is learned through the oral/aural tradition without the use of notation and therefore requires the players to work together closely for long periods of time. The result is a sense of group unity and pride as the audience hears the music and witnesses the ...
Colored Pencil from Photos Artist Sari Gaby will guide you on composing and beginning your colored pencil painting from your photo. Students are required to have some prior drawing experience. Please bring a photo of a still life or a landscape. This class is for ages 16 and older and requires registration.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
Make an ornament for the Central Library’s 7th Annual “Wonderland at Central” Holiday Display! The Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County is looking for individuals or groups to make large ornaments to spread beauty and joy throughout the library buildings during December. This is the seventh year for our ornament display, and we’d love to have your art to share with the public during the upcoming holidays. ...
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Learn about using Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. Create slides in preview mode and add images and text with slide transitions and animations. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Need to be checked for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Want to do it quick? The Monroe County Department of Health will be on site doing RAPID testing (just 20 minutes!), so you can get the results fast, for the following infections: • HIV • Syphilis • Hepatitis C • Gonorrhea and Chlamydia (with a urine sample, you will called if positive) All results are confidential.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Babies and their caregivers will enjoy books and songs with Miss Emily. Designed for children ages 0-2 and a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more details. NOTE NEW TIME
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
We offer an open computer lab for questions and answers on basic computer skills. Need help creating an email, using the Internet, or typing documents? Bring your questions and receive one-on-one assistance to achieve your computer goals. Registration is required as space is limited. Please call 585-428-8214 or stop by the Circulation Desk to register.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
Whether you write memoir or essays or journal articles, apply the craft of story and poetry to your fact-based stories. Engage your reader with compelling characters, dialogue, gesture, action scenes, story line, and sensory and figurative images. We will discuss example stories and engage in skill-building activities. Open to writers of all levels. Space is limited and registration is required. Marna Rossi, Ph.D, is a workshop leader who helps students become more expressive through ...
The Mount Hope World Singers are an inter-generational Community Chorus sharing the joy of music! They sing authentic, accessible music rooted in harmony singing of cultures around the world. Their mission is to foster a sense of community in a world where differences tend to divide.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Come join us for some great stories at the Arnett Branch Children’s Room! This event is best suited for preschool age children. Registration is not required. Story Times at the Arnett Branch Library take place at 11:15 am on every Tuesday and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Join us at the Monroe Branch for a drop-in baby story time! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and live ukulele music with your baby, while you both get a chance to socialize. Ages 0 -18 months with caregiver(s); older siblings are welcome to play quietly or participate.
Meet Miss Emily in the Children's Room and see what she's creating this week. A different craft each week in December. For ages 12 and under; while supplies last.
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Read, discuss, repeat! Enjoy the company of like minded readers. Hope to see you!
We offer more than an ESOL class, we are a learning community. We have open enrollment, you can attend when you're able! Only two rules - have fun and learn something.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
Bring your own needlecraft project and socialize with others who share your love of knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, or other stitching crafts. No registration necessary.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Enjoy 30 minutes of stories, finger plays, rhymes and more. Designed for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Please call 428-8218 for more information. NOTE NEW TIME
Do you want to prepare for the High School Equivalency Exam known as TASC (formerly known as GED)? Free Tutoring is available at the Lyell Branch Library every Monday except holidays.
Study the words you need to know to pass the reading and writing portions of the Naturalization Exam. Learn how to "sound them out" and practice dictation. Join a very committed group of students.
Book-loving dogs are coming to the library to listen to kids read stories. Reading to calm, trained dogs who love to listen is a great way for kids to build confidence reading out loud.
Hear a story and then create book-related process art. Process art is the sensory experience of creating art.
New Americans - prepare for the Naturalization Exam! Study the "100 civics questions", gain confidence in speaking English by practicing for the interview. Don't study alone!
Do you wish you had finished High School? Worried about taking the TASC test to get a HIgh School Equivalency Diploma? Help is available! Come study with the best tutor and best group of students around!
Do you need help preparing to take the High School Equivalency Diploma exam? Then this drop-in tutoring service is for you!
Want to learn more about budgeting your money. Come to our financial workshop on 10/17/18 @ 5:30 with Marty Jacobson from Advantage Credit Union
Learn about setting fonts, formatting and importing pictures through a project-based approach using Microsoft Word 2010. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Join Miss Sarah for stories and songs for all ages! We’ll have playtime after the stories, no registration required.
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
Each Thursday at noon, local poety and teacher, Kitty Jospe, selects a variety of poems for the group to read and discuss. Come experience the magic that happens when we slow down to read poetry out loud in a relaxing setting. All are invited to join this welcoming group. No poetry background is necessary - only an open mind! Free and open to the public. Brownbag lunches are welcome. No registration is necessary. For more ...
Join us to learn more about breast cancer screening, who is at risk for breast cancer, when should you get screened for breast cancer and where can you get help for cancer screening. Free healthy snacks and free raffles.
Literacy Volunteers of Rochester will be here to help you with your computer needs! Need help with a documents, online applications, unemployment benefits, resume preparation or have a stumper of a smartphone question? They can help you figure it out. Schedule subject to change. Call 428-8218 for more information.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
This course will be a basic introduction to touch typing. Learn about proper finger positions and be introduced to free websites where you can practice this new skill. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Board games and card games will be available. Challenge your friends or the library staff to a game or two.
Kids ages 5- 12 can have fun building with LEGOs and making friends with this free program.
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
Sing, Dance, Play
Learn vocabulary through reading, practice speaking through discussion and improve your listening skills. We will view an accompanying movie on Friday.
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first served basis. Issues that they can provide assistance with include: child custody/visitation rights, divorce (for victims of domestic violence), debt collection, unemployment insurance, landlord/tenant problems, and consumer issues. They do NOT provide help with criminal cases. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3...
Stuck on a tough word problem? Stop in for free homework help at Lincoln with the library’s Literacy Aides.
Everyday English taught by ESOL Associates of Rochester. Students of all ages and from all countries are welcome. Whether you are new to America or have been here several years, you are welcome. All classes are free.
Every Saturday this fall learn how to code with University of Rochester instructors. Class size is limited. Classes are for young women ages 12 to 19. Time: 11am to noon in the you media lab--second floor of the Central Library's Bausch and Lomb building. Classes begin September 8th and run until December 8th. Sign up today! Any questions you may call Dennis at 428-8152 SIGN UP HERE
Cuddle up with a dog and a good book! The Children’s Center of the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County is going to the dogs! Actually, the dogs are coming to the Children’s Center because they are hungry for books! Kids of all ages are invited to read a short book to these specially-trained and wonderful dogs. Research shows that the more time kids spend practicing reading aloud, the ...
Classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level from beginner on up. We will also be featuring class visits from representatives of many services throughout the area, including city representatives, individuals to help with legal questions, social service organizations, banking systems and many more!
Join us in the digital media lab as we go over the basics of Adobe's cutting edge software, Photoshop. All ages welcome.
In the fall of 1918, the Great War was coming to an end. However, another great war was just starting. This was the war against influenza, an epidemic that killed millions worldwide in just a few short months. Rochester was not immune from the ravages of influenza. This presentation explores how Rochester dealt with the epidemic they knew was coming and knew would be deadly. Presented by: Daniel D. Cody M.A. American Historian Collections Manager/...
The Library Resource Outreach Center (LROC) helps connect the homeless, or those in danger of becoming homeless, to services and resources such as: housing, food, clothing, shelter, income, case management, medical care, legal assistance, and employment. No appointment necessary.
Make an ornament for the Central Library’s 7th Annual “Wonderland at Central” Holiday Display! The Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County is looking for individuals or groups to make large ornaments to spread beauty and joy throughout the library buildings during December. This is the seventh year for our ornament display, and we’d love to have your art to share with the public during the upcoming holidays. ...
Learn how to use the many features of your Smartphone. Download apps, control your settings and customize you phone to how you want to use it. Bring your own Smartphone to class and connect it to the library’s free WIFI. Call 428-8020 to register for a class.
Whether you write memoir or essays or journal articles, apply the craft of story and poetry to your fact-based stories. Engage your reader with compelling characters, dialogue, gesture, action scenes, story line, and sensory and figurative images. We will discuss example stories and engage in skill-building activities. Open to writers of all levels. Space is limited and registration is required. Marna Rossi, Ph.D, is a workshop leader who helps students become more expressive through ...
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