All RPL Libraries will be closed Monday, May 26 for the Memorial Day holiday.
All RPL Libraries will be closed Monday, May 26 for the Memorial Day holiday.
A collection of Kanopy videos are now available to City of Rochester residents via the RPL website. All you need is your MCLS Library card to start exploring.
We invite artists to enter the 2025 Art of the Book & Paper Juried International Exhibit. Submissions are being accepted through May 16
Check out the latest updates on the Maplewood Community Library Expansion project and find information about their temporary location.
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. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Role Playing Games club formerly known as Dungeons & Dragons Club will meet in the Teen Section.
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Accept our May building challenge and create a single flower or an arrangement! Whatever you build, we’ll put it on display. All ages.
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/
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Stop in and get 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 ...
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....
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room at 11:15am for story time! Intended for children ages 3-5.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of 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.
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room at 3:00pm for story time! Intended for children ages 3-5.
Create a three-dimensional artwork! For ages 6-12.
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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.
Join us for a discussion of the new novel by Matt Haig (author of The Midnight Library). 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 Central Library. For more information call: 428-8360.
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 bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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.
Stop by the library to spend some time reading to a therapy dog! Our furry friends love kids and stories. All ages are welcome!
Unlock the power of your PC and explore the world of the internet in this course! Learn how to use email, search online, access entertainment and other useful resources! In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life. During the course, you’ll learn how to use email, search the internet for information, access sources ...
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Join us for snacks and a movie!
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. We have brand new robots and learning modules funded by Girls Who Club. Come play with some cool robots! Try out our Makey Makey programmable robot games and creative coding options from MIT media labs. Use it to turn anything into a video game controller for an introduction to programming software. Build a custom mobile robot with Sphero Blueprint Engineering Kit to ...
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.
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Getting funding doesn’t have to feel like a mystery. Join Pursuit Lending for a powerful 1-hour webinar that will help you understand what lenders are really looking for. You’ll dive into how to prepare your loan documents, evaluate your eligibility, compare financing options, and calculate the real cost of borrowing. Show up with questions, leave with a plan — and take one big step toward securing the capital your business needs.
Join Kitty Jospé Thursdays in January as she selects poems for readings and discussions. Discover how edifying poetry can be in a relaxed setting. All are welcome!
Learn all the basics of keeping a chicken in the city such as the codes, as well as keeping them safe from the bird flu. We will also get a visit from the chickens themselves! Space limited. Registration required.
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 ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of 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.
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.
Stop in and get basic resume assistance.
Join us to create something uniquely you on Thursday afternoons. Whether it is an item to make or a game/puzzle to play/solve, there is always something happening in the teen area at the Arnett Library. Ages 12-18 *This event will be held in the Arnett teen area*
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!
Many people like the idea of biking more but don’t feel safe. Get the confidence you need to enjoy biking more with this free presentation from Reconnect Rochester. The class takes an imaginative look at the many benefits of biking and its viability as a transportation option. It'll dismantle many misconceptions, lessen peoples' fears with current statistics, and impart some basic safety information. It also gives a glimpse at the ...
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
Would you like to learn how to use your phone and computer applications? Is your computer repair team busy (aka grandkids, niece and nephew, or next-door neighbor)? If you answered yes, then join the Zoom Room. You will learn fast but no worries, we will teach slow. You will learn how to use email, Android applications, and even Apple products for free. Please make sure you have your sound and apps available. Hint&...
Join Cannabis Workforce Initiative for this five week series certificate program. You will learn how to understand the legal cannabis market and processes from seed to sale, know your rights and responsibilities, learn about the jobs available in the cannabis industry, and be better prepared for success in cannabis job interviews. Register at: tinyurl.com/cwi-registration Select "CWI Certificate @ Rochester Public Library
Join a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist for games, storytelling, and interactive play, designed for your child to strengthen their communication skills. Best for ages 1 1/2-4 and their families.
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 ...
Role Playing Games club formerly known as Dungeons & Dragons Club will meet in the Teen Section.
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Choose a book to share aloud and hear a musician improvise serendipitously on the flute to your word discovery!
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.
How did an illiterate seventeen-year-old peasant farmgirl take command of a defeated and demoralized army and lead it to an astounding series of great battlefield victories!? Guest speaker Steve Richey answers precisely this question about Joan of Arc, a great and highly unusual one-of-a-kind military leader. Steve is the author of the book Joan of Arc: The Warrior Saint. He also appeared in the TV documentary Saint Joan of Arc: Maid for God. In the ...
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. Please sign up for one of the events only.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of mail with a ...
Feeling stuck or frustrated with your devices? Come to the Lyell Branch for Tech Class Mondays, and improve your digital skills! We can follow a structured syllabus through the DigitalLearn.org website over multiple weeks, or we can work on specific tasks you want to complete. FREE, just be sure to register with the link! Applicable to most personal devices from smartphones, tablets, and laptops! Don't have your own laptop to bring ...
Join through Zoom for an hour free Beginning English Class. This class is open to Monroe County, New York residents, because the library program is supported by Monroe County, NY taxes. We review basic pronunciation, vocabulary, verbal phrases and tenses. Beginning English levels welcome. Once you attend this group class, we could set up a weekly small group class for you to improve your English. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb....
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room at 11:15am for story time! Intended for children ages 3-5.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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.
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 is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the US Small Business Administration. Services are extended to ...
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The customer decides what he or she needs help with. The program is provided for free on a drop-in basis at several locations in and around Rochester.
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.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
You’re invited to grab your family and friends and join us as Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book, Extinctopedia: Discover what we have lost, what is at risk, and how we can preserve the diversity of our fragile planet. In this talk, you will discover: Animals that are no longer with us Endangered animals at risk of extinction Organizations that aim to protect animal life Strategies ...
Do you love strawberries? Did you know a strawberry plant grows from a seed? Join us in reading I Love Strawberries by Shannon Anderson and explore the lifecycle of a strawberry. Participants will also learn about what plants need to thrive, and we’ll plant strawberry seeds to take home!
Unlock the power of your PC and explore the world of the internet in this course! Learn how to use email, search online, access entertainment and other useful resources! In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life. During the course, you’ll learn how to use email, search the internet for information, access sources ...
Understanding how to finance your business can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion where experienced lenders and capital access experts break down what it really takes to get funded. You’ll hear first-hand insights on how to make your business a strong candidate for financing, avoid common application pitfalls, and ask the right questions from day one. Whether you're new to ...
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Hosted by Dan Cody Rochester’s logo, a blue lilac combined with a water wheel, is telling of the city’s industrial history. Both the logo and the nicknames it features—Flour City and Flower City—evoke the two major industries that fueled the city’s early development. However, a myriad other—and perhaps lesser known—local industries and inventions also helped put Rochester on the map. Meet ...
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.
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
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 ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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 ...
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.
Frances Perkins led a long life of service. Frances started working in Chicago at the Jane Addams Hull Settlement House. She was inspired to become an activist after witnessing the Triangle Factory Fire tragedy in 1911. Frances worked for the New York State government under Governors Al Smith and Franklin D. Roosevelt. When Roosevelt became President in 1933, he brought Perkins to Washington, D.C. where she became the first woman to serve in a ...
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!
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat 2024 documentary film directed by Johan Grimonprez about the Cold War episode that led American musicians Abbey Lincoln and Max Roach to crash the UN Security Council in protest against the murder of Congolese leader Patrice Lumumba. At the 97th Academy Awards it was nominated for Best Documentary Feature Film.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
Join Cannabis Workforce Initiative for this five week series certificate program. You will learn how to understand the legal cannabis market and processes from seed to sale, know your rights and responsibilities, learn about the jobs available in the cannabis industry, and be better prepared for success in cannabis job interviews. Register at: tinyurl.com/cwi-registration Select "CWI Certificate @ Rochester Public Library
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 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 ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Durand Eastman Park is one of the most picturesque greenspaces in Monroe County. While most Rochesterians have heard of George Eastman, few people know about the park’s other namesake, Dr. Henry Durand. But as it happens, the park was Durand’s idea. This talk explores the fascinating life of Henry Durand, his relationship with George Eastman, and the much deeper, unexpected and shocking twist that occurred after they donated their land ...
View a live performance from the Cordancia Chamber Orchestra. All ages. In the Kate Gleason Auditorium.
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.
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/
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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....
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room at 11:15am for story time! Intended for children ages 3-5.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an introduction to her newest bone-chilling, psychological thriller, Jewell will chat about her life as a writer and her critically acclaimed body of work.
Safeguard your small business’s valuable intellectual property assets and avoid costly legal mistakes! Join Start Small Think Big and expert attorneys from Cooley LLP for a free, essential webinar on copyright basics for entrepreneurs. In this 1-hour session, you’ll learn about the types of content and materials protected under copyright laws, ways to protect your own content, software, designs, branding, and creative assets, and best practices and risks when using ...
Come make a colorful butterfly using popsicle sticks and yarn! Best for ages 5+.
The Winton Branch Library is excited to host their seventh annual Summer Music Party. Big Blue House, a trio of seasoned musicians with experience in a variety of genres, including folk, rock, blues, jazz and reggae, will play from 5:30-7pm. Just Clowning Around will be here with facepainting and balloon animals. Light snacks will be served. Ice cream will be ...
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.
Oliver Wendell Petrie, a native of Oswego, New York, served for three years as a cook on board the Empire State oil tanker moving along the modern Barge Canal. Oliver specialized in traditional soups and stews, but he also knew a few recipes for other ethnic cuisines, such as chili con carne, Hungarian goulash, and chop suey! He served a crew of six to seven men who worked on the oil tanker. The Oliver ...
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.
Say cheese! Learn more about your smartphone's camera. Interested in learning more about your smartphone camera? In this lecture, we'll discuss common camera icons on Android and iPhone devices, simple editing tools, managing and sharing your photos, and editing date and location details on your phone. We'll also go over how to check your camera settings so that it can scan QR codes. Note: Seniors 60+ only for Senior Planet programs.
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.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Unlock the power of your PC and explore the world of the internet in this course! Learn how to use email, search online, access entertainment and other useful resources! In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life. During the course, you’ll learn how to use email, search the internet for information, access sources ...
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
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.
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Beyond questions about skin tone and other physical characteristics, children may wonder where they fit in the world and why people treat them differently. Parents may find themselves ill-equipped for situations they never faced in their own childhoods. What about the Children? deftly provides families formed by interracial marriage or transracial adoption with the guidance and tools they need to help their children embrace, celebrate, and confidently navigate all parts of their heritage. ...
The Erie Canal revolutionized Upstate New York, bringing new ideas, people, and industries to the region, sparking a firestorm of change. This presentation will cover how the fight for women’s rights grew out of the changes brought about by the Erie Canal and the movement’s dependence on networks that the Canal facilitated.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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 ...
If you're gearing up to seek investors or apply for funding, your pitch deck is your most powerful tool. This free, one-hour webinar — presented by Citi — will walk you through the key components of a compelling and professional pitch deck. Learn how to clearly articulate your business vision, market opportunity, competitive edge, and funding needs. You'll also gain insight into what funders want to see and how to present your financials ...
Grab your knitting needles and crochet hooks, and join other crafters to work on new projects, ask for help and admire other's works. We are a friendly group with lots of laughing and friendships to be made. No registration required, just bring yourself and a project if you have one!
The Erie Canal, which celebrates its bicentennial this year, was instrumental in establishing Rochester as one of America’s first boomtowns. The canal not only fueled Rochester’s economic development, but it also helped diversify the local population as it spurred the settlement of immigrants and migrants with varying religious, social, and political viewpoints. Join us for an approximately 1-mile-long tour along the Erie Canal’s former route downtown. The tour details ...
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
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
Please join us at the Memorial Art Gallery, 500 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607 on Friday, June 13th at 5pm for a very special book group! Librarians from the Central Library’s Arts & Literature division and the Winton Branch Library will be hosting a discussion of The Estate by Sarah Jost in the Fountain Gallery. Participants can arrive at the MAG beginning at 5pm for independent exploration, take a curated tour of ...
Join Cannabis Workforce Initiative for this five week series certificate program. You will learn how to understand the legal cannabis market and processes from seed to sale, know your rights and responsibilities, learn about the jobs available in the cannabis industry, and be better prepared for success in cannabis job interviews. Register at: tinyurl.com/cwi-registration Select "CWI Certificate @ Rochester Public Library
Join a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist for games, storytelling, and interactive play, designed for your child to strengthen their communication skills. Best for ages 1 1/2-4 and their families.
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
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. Please sign up for one of the events only.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of mail with a ...
Feeling stuck or frustrated with your devices? Come to the Lyell Branch for Tech Class Mondays, and improve your digital skills! We can follow a structured syllabus through the DigitalLearn.org website over multiple weeks, or we can work on specific tasks you want to complete. FREE, just be sure to register with the link! Applicable to most personal devices from smartphones, tablets, and laptops! Don't have your own laptop to bring ...
Join through Zoom for an hour free Beginning English Class. This class is open to Monroe County, New York residents, because the library program is supported by Monroe County, NY taxes. We review basic pronunciation, vocabulary, verbal phrases and tenses. Beginning English levels welcome. Once you attend this group class, we could set up a weekly small group class for you to improve your English. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb....
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 March. For the Zoom link, email us at charlotte.programs@libraryweb.org
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room at 11:15am for story time! Intended for children ages 3-5.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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 ...
Utilizing hundreds of photos and dozens of firsthand accounts from the clients and Wright's apprentices, Master Storyteller Timothy Totten weaves together the fascinating story of the design and building of one of America's most famous and treasured houses which almost did not materialize. Timothy Totten is a master storyteller specializing in the life and work of famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Totten has studied the subject for more than 35 years ...
Join Ms. Kassie in the Children’s Room at 3:00pm for story time! Intended for children ages 3-5.
Hiring your first (or next) employee is a big step — make sure you're doing it the right way. In this practical webinar, Start Small Think Big teams up with legal experts from Troutman Pepper Locke to walk you through the must-know employment laws for New York small businesses. Learn how to classify workers correctly, navigate legal responsibilities during onboarding and offboarding, and create strong contracts that protect your business. Whether you’re ...
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.
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.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Come in and bring in your phones or tablets and I'll show you how to use your gadgets. First come, first served.
Enjoy a celebration with our graduating seniors who have mastered Computer Basics.
Journey to the fUn zOnE! Every Wednesday at 4pm starting on April 23rd a portal to the ultimate crafting, gaming, coloring, and general fun universe, opens at the Lyell Branch Library for little kids ages 5-10... oh and there’s slime, did we mention the slime?
Come share your enjoyment of all things yarn! We will be crocheting, but feel free to show off your knitting skills!
Hosted by Emily Morry This walking tour focuses on Rochester’s rich history of social justice activism. While the tour discusses sites related to the city’s most famous agitators, Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony, it also delves into various other forms of local activism as expressed by the labor movement, the anti-draft movement, the Gay Rights movement, and others. Meet on the north side of the Rundel Memorial Building for this 1.1. ...
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.
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
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 ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s Comic Club! Join us at the Winton Branch Library for our monthly meeting of the Comic Club! On the third Thursday of every month, from 4:00pm -5:00pm kids 9 and up can gather to meet other comic lovers, discuss the club’s latest reads, and enjoy some super snacks! Our chosen book ...
Grab your knitting needles and crochet hooks, and join other crafters to work on new projects, ask for help and admire other's works. We are a friendly group with lots of laughing and friendships to be made. No registration required, just bring yourself and a project if you have one!
Thursdays and Fridays at 11 am Join us for stories and songs that your youngsters will love! Registration is not required.
Cyanotypes for the Solstice Celebrate the beginning of summer with Cyanotypes. To celebrate the beginning of summer we will be using the sun to make Cyanotype prints. The Cyanotype process is a simple photographic process that uses the suns UV light to expose its light sensitive material, then developed in water to make a final image. This process can be used to make many types of images and has a rich visual history since its ...
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Stop by to play MarioKart, Super Smash Bros, Just Dance, and more!
In honor of Juneteenth, the Archive of Black History and Culture will host an interactive panel discussion featuring past and present members of the archive. This informative event provides community member’s the opportunity to learn more about the importance of the archives work and to hear from archive staff eager to answer your questions. Program attendees will learn about the five-year history of the archive that began in 2020, as well as the archives ...
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 Cannabis Workforce Initiative for this five week series certificate program. You will learn how to understand the legal cannabis market and processes from seed to sale, know your rights and responsibilities, learn about the jobs available in the cannabis industry, and be better prepared for success in cannabis job interviews. Register at: tinyurl.com/cwi-registration Select "CWI Certificate @ Rochester Public Library
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for the weekly free class. This class is taught by our volunteer ...
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Go en garde and try the Olympic sport of fencing! Fulfill your pirate or cowboy dreams! Learn about the history of the sport, the weapons, and even learn the basic footwork and moves with foam swords. The Rochester Fencing Club has a record of competitive achievement producing National, Collegiate, World, and Olympic Champions. RFC currently has beginner through competitive classes for all ages. Best for ages 6-12.
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