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Phillis Wheatley Library has been serving the southwest Rochester community for 50 years. We would like to give back to the community with a party and everyone is invited!
Stop over to the Central Library and see the Art of the Book and Paper Exhibition on the first floor of the Rundel Memorial Building. This year we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the exhibit.
The Downtown Central Library’s Rundel Terrace Revitalization Project will transform a long-closed area into a new park-like public riverfront terrace, designed with spaces, pathways, and seating for engagement, education, and reflection.
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Join artist Chloe Smith at Washington Square Park and add your art to the Play Walk!
Each week we will explore a different kind of animal with stories, rhymes, and a take home activity. This summer the Winton Library is excited to present Story Time in the Garden each week on Mondays at 11:00. If we have a stormy day for our story, we will move into the Children’s Room. We will share some books, a rhyme or song or two, and a craft or activity to take home. Each ...
Learn about setting up and using a Facebook account on your smartphone. No prior computer experience required. All levels of experience welcome. You do not need a Facebook account prior to attending the class, but if you have one already, we will explore how it works. There will be a maximum of 4 patrons in the class observing social distancing.
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Join us for our first-ever trivia game via Zoom. Register online or in person. Limit of 30 participants.
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Guess who will be popping up in parks around the county this summer? The library! Monroe County Library System, in collaboration with WXXI and other community partners, will be using our popular Nature Backpacks to facilitate outdoor discovery & exploration in our local parks! Check out the Central Library Facebook page for more details on each visit (and for weather-related cancellations). For more information, please call the Children’s Center at 428-8150.
Mindfulness instructor Mary Birchenough will take teens 12 and older on an introspective journey to explore their brain basics. Using word, art, and illustration, participants will learn how to create a positive mindset and build resiliency in their everyday lives. All abilities welcome. The illustrative journaling series will take place on the Winton Library lawn each Tuesday for three weeks, starting July 13, at 11:00 am. The Winton Library will provide all supplies necessary; registration recommended. For more ...
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 in July and August!
If you have questions on how to control notifications on your smartphone, adjust the text size on your tablet, or transfer your contacts to a new phone, bring us your questions. In an open 40 minute Zoom session, get advice on how to better use your electronic devices. No question is too small or big.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Join us right outside the Lincoln library where staff will lead kids in origami activities and kids can have fun finger painting, using watercolors, play-doh, clay, and more.
Need help preparing for the Naturalization Exam? Study the 100 civics questions, practice for the interview and the writing test. Requires a basic understanding of the English Language. Anyone facing the test at any time in the future is welcome! Don't wait until it's too late to get help. Connect here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96047990071?pwd=bnp2YUN6b2pORjBQZjBmOWdVa0p3Zz09
Get movin' and get grovin' and listen to some fun stories in the fresh air! Meet a children’s librarian in the Dorris Carlson Reading Garden for stories, songs, and movement! Storytimes help promote early learning skills and are a great way to bond with your little one. This program is best for all ages. Call the Children's Center at 428-8150 to confirm weather-related cancellations. The Central Library is accessible to ...
Learn about using Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. Create slides in preview mode and add images and text with slide transitions and animations. Call 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Please join our online book discussion group to discuss the novel The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett. This discussion will be meeting via Zoom, so access to a computer or other device and the internet is necessary to participate. Our group meets on a monthly basis, reads mostly contemporary fiction, although we occasionally read non-fiction, and warmly welcomes new participants. Registration is not required, but please contact Diane.Premo@libraryweb.org if you ...
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Sign up on June 23 and get a free book. Join us subsequent weeks to discuss the story and enjoy ice cream sandwiches (different types each week).
Every Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom. Free for students who live in or near Rochester, New York. You must live in the United States and in or near Rochester, New York to be considered. Students who live in the United States but who live outside the Rochester, NY area are currently being waitlisted. Students who live outside the United States are no longer eligible for our program. To join our free online ...
Join artist Barbara Freiberg as she walks you through the steps to draw a Warhol cat. This class is through Zoom and is for adults 18 and over. Colored pencils will be picked up in the Art Division. Or if you have your own pastels you can use them too. This class is for adults and teens.
Join us online for a Zoom program about Monarch Butterflies presented by Master Gardener John Nelson from the Monroe County Cornell Cooperative Extension. The population of Monarch butterflies has plummeted and there are concerns that they could become extinct. This presentation will discuss the fascinating life cycle of these insects, the multiple threats to their survival, and what upstate New York gardeners can do to help their survival. Registration is required to receive the Zoom ...
Stop by the Children's Room to take & make a new craft! All supplies will be provided. Ages 12 and under.
Are you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so, you don't want to miss one of our most popular classes! This class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include: The basic elements of a proposal The "do's" and "don'ts" of writing and submitting a proposal How to follow up whether the ...
Who wants to learn how to make your very own cartoon? Come learn from the best and you, too, can experience the thrill of bringing your drawings to life! Emmy-award-winning animator Ihab Mardini, faculty at RIT, will teach you and your friends how to make your own short cartoon, record each step, and then watch it come to life on the screen! Join us at 1:30pm on Wednesday, July 21st and Thursday, July 29th at ...
Stymied by technology? Stop in the Charlotte Branch any Thursday @ 2 for one on one assistance with anything technical. Our experts can relieve you of any and all frustrations. And, you may learn something you didn't know about yourself.
One-on-one computer help. Sign up at the branch or call 428-8202 for a one-hour appointment.
The Book Club for young people is a group for young people from the Rochester community ages 13 to 19 who gather here at Central Public Library of Rochester & Monroe County in the Teen Center every other week to read and discuss relevant literature, current events and other multimedia educational resources. Due to COVID we have since tranisistioned to an online format via ZOOM. We use an open dialogue format. Attendance is ...
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Share the vibe. Give blood to help save lives. Sponsored by your Winton Branch Library! The Winton Branch Library is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive from 11:00am – 4:00pm on Friday, July 30. Adults aged 18 and older can call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit www.redcrossblood.org for an appointment. Our sponsor keyword is WintonPublicLibrary. Giving blood from July 7 – 31 enters you for a chance to win gas for a whole year, a $5,000 ...
We will be playing a family-friendly (G-rated) movie in the children's room. Movies are randomly selected each week, but requests are welcome.
The Monroe County Department of Health will be holding vaccination clinics at the Lincoln Branch Library! Walk-Ins are welcome, however appointments are encouraged. Appointments can be made by calling 753-5555 or visiting https://www.monroecounty.gov/health-covid19-vaccine. They will be administering the Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson vaccines.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
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 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Join us for an outdoor storytime! Meet a children’s librarian at the hollow tree across from Lamberton Conservatory for stories, songs, and rhymes. Storytimes help promote early learning skills and are a great way to bond with your little one. Best for toddlers, but older and younger siblings are welcome. Call the Children's Center at 428-8150 to confirm weather-related cancellations.
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 in July and August!
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Join us right outside the Lincoln library where kids can use Legos, boxes, cardboard and more to create unique works they can take home or have displayed inside the library.
Learn about setting fonts, formatting and importing pictures through a project-based approach using Microsoft Word 2016. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Need help preparing for the Naturalization Exam? Study the 100 civics questions, practice for the interview and the writing test. Requires a basic understanding of the English Language. Anyone facing the test at any time in the future is welcome! Don't wait until it's too late to get help. Connect here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96047990071?pwd=bnp2YUN6b2pORjBQZjBmOWdVa0p3Zz09
Guess who will be popping up in parks around the county this summer? The library! Monroe County Library System, in collaboration with WXXI and other community partners, will be using our popular Nature Backpacks to facilitate outdoor discovery & exploration in our local parks! Check out the Central Library Facebook page for more details on each visit (and for weather-related cancellations). For more information, please call the Children’s Center at 428-8150.
Learn about many of the aspects of using your smartphone. Can I use WIFI to download apps? How do I delete an app? How do I transfer my pictures from my phone? Answer all these questions and more in this class. Register online or call 428-8460 to register.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Come in to the Teen Area for a free henna application. This program is for teens and up.
Every Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom. Free for students who live in or near Rochester, New York. You must live in the United States and in or near Rochester, New York to be considered. Students who live in the United States but who live outside the Rochester, NY area are currently being waitlisted. Students who live outside the United States are no longer eligible for our program. To join our free online ...
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Stop by the Children's Room to take & make a new craft! All supplies will be provided. Ages 12 and under.
Stymied by technology? Stop in the Charlotte Branch any Thursday @ 2 for one on one assistance with anything technical. Our experts can relieve you of any and all frustrations. And, you may learn something you didn't know about yourself.
Learn the basics of coding through hands-on games and activities. Roc Code is a local student-led community organization focused on teaching coding concepts to kids. Registration is required. For more information, please call the Children’s Center at 428-8150.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Attorney Aaradhana Tomar from Pullano & Farrow will walk you through the process of filing for your limited liability corporation. This event will be held online. Please register below, call (585) 428-8106 or email business.insight@libraryweb.org to join us. After the live presentation, this will be available on the Insights on Demand Playlist on Central Library's YouTube page. Click here Important note: Please check your email for the Zoom link which ...
The Monroe County Department of Health will be holding vaccination clinics at the Lincoln Branch Library! Walk-Ins are welcome, however appointments are encouraged. Appointments can be made by calling 753-5555 or visiting https://www.monroecounty.gov/health-covid19-vaccine. They will be administering the Pfizer and Johnson and Johnson vaccines.
We will be playing a family-friendly (G-rated) movie in the children's room. Movies are randomly selected each week, but requests are welcome.
All animals need to have a safe place to live The Winton Library is excited to be able to host the ZooMobile to present a free program for families with children of all ages: Have to Have a Habitat. Learn what different animals need to make their homes in order to survive. The program will take place at the Winton Branch ...
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Learn about what can be stored in a spreadsheet using Microsoft Excel 2016. Formula creation and cell formatting will be taught through a modifying an existing spreadsheet. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Come make music together with Mike and Jennifer! Musical enjoyment with Childrens Songs and Sing-A-Longs for kids of all ages. Location: Childrens Room
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 in July and August!
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Join us right outside the Lincoln library to mark the end of our summer programs and eat a lot of ice cream.
Learn about the possibilities of taking an online class. Learn about available classes, how to register, and how to use Zoom on your phone to connect with the class. Bring your smartphone to class, and we will attempt to connect to it through Zoom. Register online or call 428-8460 to register.
Guess who will be popping up in parks around the county this summer? The library! Monroe County Library System, in collaboration with WXXI and other community partners, will be using our popular Nature Backpacks to facilitate outdoor discovery & exploration in our local parks! Check out the Central Library Facebook page for more details on each visit (and for weather-related cancellations). For more information, please call the Children’s Center at 428-8150.
Need help preparing for the Naturalization Exam? Study the 100 civics questions, practice for the interview and the writing test. Requires a basic understanding of the English Language. Anyone facing the test at any time in the future is welcome! Don't wait until it's too late to get help. Connect here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96047990071?pwd=bnp2YUN6b2pORjBQZjBmOWdVa0p3Zz09
Learn how to take, send, and delete photos with your smartphone. Send your smartphone photos through e-mail and to Facebook, or store them to the cloud. Learn how to manage your photos in albums or search your photos by location or topic. Register online or call 428-8460 to register.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Every Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom. Free for students who live in or near Rochester, New York. You must live in the United States and in or near Rochester, New York to be considered. Students who live in the United States but who live outside the Rochester, NY area are currently being waitlisted. Students who live outside the United States are no longer eligible for our program. To join our free online ...
Join Monroe County 4-H for a hands-on workshop exploring about the importance and beauty of soil through art. We will learn how soils can be classified and explore the possible colors of soil through painting. Materials will be available for pickup before the program. Registration is required for this program.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Stop by the Children's Room to take & make a new craft! All supplies will be provided. Ages 12 and under.
Stymied by technology? Stop in the Charlotte Branch any Thursday @ 2 for one on one assistance with anything technical. Our experts can relieve you of any and all frustrations. And, you may learn something you didn't know about yourself.
The Book Club for young people is a group for young people from the Rochester community ages 13 to 19 who gather here at Central Public Library of Rochester & Monroe County in the Teen Center every other week to read and discuss relevant literature, current events and other multimedia educational resources. Due to COVID we have since tranisistioned to an online format via ZOOM. We use an open dialogue format. Attendance is ...
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Come celebrate the end of the Summer Reading program with Ice Cream. We will have a raffle drawing and more! Location: Childrens Room
We will be playing a family-friendly (G-rated) movie in the children's room. Movies are randomly selected each week, but requests are welcome.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
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 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Join us for an outdoor storytime! Meet a children’s librarian at the hollow tree across from Lamberton Conservatory for stories, songs, and rhymes. Storytimes help promote early learning skills and are a great way to bond with your little one. Best for toddlers, but older and younger siblings are welcome. Call the Children's Center at 428-8150 to confirm weather-related cancellations.
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 in July and August!
Join us online for a Zoom Nutrition Class taught by Cindy DeCarolis, Certified Health Coach. Cindy studied at Trinity School of Natural Health, and she is a Certified Natural Health Professional through the Association of Natural Health Professionals. Cindy is a yoga teacher, the founder and owner of Blissful Balance, Inc. and a doTerra Essential Oils Wellness Advocate. Cindy is passionate about educating people and helping them to heal naturally. Keto and vegan and paleo, ...
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
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 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Come meet real owls at the Charlotte Library! Gary will show us three different owls that he has rescued and rehabilitated. Donations to this non-profit are welcome. All ages welcome with a parent or guardian present. Location: Childrens Room
Need help preparing for the Naturalization Exam? Study the 100 civics questions, practice for the interview and the writing test. Requires a basic understanding of the English Language. Anyone facing the test at any time in the future is welcome! Don't wait until it's too late to get help. Connect here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/96047990071?pwd=bnp2YUN6b2pORjBQZjBmOWdVa0p3Zz09
Get movin' and get grovin' and listen to some fun stories in the fresh air! Meet a children’s librarian in the Dorris Carlson Reading Garden for stories, songs, and movement! Storytimes help promote early learning skills and are a great way to bond with your little one. This program is best for all ages. Call the Children's Center at 428-8150 to confirm weather-related cancellations. The Central Library is accessible to people ...
Learn about using Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. Create slides in preview mode and add images and text with slide transitions and animations. Call 428-8460 or register online for this class.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Every Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom. Free for students who live in or near Rochester, New York. You must live in the United States and in or near Rochester, New York to be considered. Students who live in the United States but who live outside the Rochester, NY area are currently being waitlisted. Students who live outside the United States are no longer eligible for our program. To join our free online ...
The Arts and Literature Division is excited to welcome Madis Senner to the Central Library. Madis will discuss Arthur Firstenberg's book, The Invisible Rainbow; Dr. Mercola’s book, EMF*D: 5G, Wi-Fi & Cell Phones; and Jean Twenge's, iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us. These books discuss the research ...
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
Stop by the Children's Room to take & make a new craft! All supplies will be provided. Ages 12 and under.
Stymied by technology? Stop in the Charlotte Branch any Thursday @ 2 for one on one assistance with anything technical. Our experts can relieve you of any and all frustrations. And, you may learn something you didn't know about yourself.
Need a notary? Come see us! (Although it's a good idea to call first. 428-8220)
We will be playing a family-friendly (G-rated) movie in the children's room. Movies are randomly selected each week, but requests are welcome.
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