The Rochester Public Library is seeking patron input regarding the development of Public Art that will be installed as part of our exterior renovations at the corner of Broad Street and South Avenue. The art installation, adjacent to the Rundel Memorial Library building, shall coincide with the structural rehabilitation of the Rundel building’s north and east terraces.
Rochester City residents can now enjoy complimentary access to the New York Times at NYTimes.com through the Rochester Public Library. Learn How…
The Rochester Public Library is proud to now offer the NEW online language learning service, Pronunciator, to our City of Rochester patrons.
One-on-One assistance with computer basics: internet, e-mail, basic Word, e-books. By appointment only. Call 428-8216 to register.
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.
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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.
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.
This month the group will discuss the book "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles.
Once again, certified health care navigators from LawNY will be on site at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist you with enrolling for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment takes place November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of Income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last years tax returns if self-employed) Income and award letter (i.e., SSD) Social Security number (card not necessary) ...
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.
A friendly therapy dog will be visiting the library to listen to kids read books. This a great way for kids to develp confidence readng out loud.
Get Healthy with our Boot Camp 45 minute work out. Try a satisfying 2 minute treat
What do you dream?
Join Miss Caitlyn for stories and play for all ages! The first half will be stories and songs and the second half is playtime! There will be Magna-Tiles, puzzles, toys, and coloring! No registration required.
Presented by certified nursing specialists from Highland Hospital, this program will help parents and caregivers learn about safe sleeping habits for newborns. There will be a program for children running at the same time so adult attendees can focus on the lecture and question and answer period. This free program has a maximum of 25 participants, please sign up at the circulation desk or by calling 428-8206.
Enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. We'll even make the popcorn. Call 428-8248eavh weeak for upcomong title. 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 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 setting fonts, formatting and importing pictures through a project-based approach using Microsoft Word 2010. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 or register online for this class.
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
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 how you can limit harmful exposures to lower your risk for cancer: How do alcohol, tobacco use and sun exposure affect your cancer risk? How can you protect yourself by making healthy lifestyle choices? What are the current screening guidelines?
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 or register online for this 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.
A chance for little ones to get out of the house and burn off some energy! For ages 1-10. Location: Children's Room
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
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 tutor is on hand to help kids with their homework
Kids ages 5-12 will have fun making creations out of LEGOS
Kids ages 5-12 will have fun making creations out of LEGOS
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.
If you are interested in joining our club, please come to an introductory meeting.
Come enjoy an evening story time with Kim. Location: Childrens Room
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first serve basis. The Help Center assists with completing legal forms, explains court procedures, and provides options and referrals to people facing civil legal issues. The Help Center does not provide legal advice, representation, or assistance with criminal matters. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3rd floor ...
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.
Are your finances healthy and fit? If not, a certified counselor from from Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Rochester will be on site to improve your financial well being! Patrons will benefit from the expertise of certified counselors who will answer general questions about budgeting, credit, and savings. Financial counseling provides patrons with a budget analysis, credit report review, advice for improved spending habits, expense reduction tactics, credit score improvement strategies, and debt ...
Come have fun with play dough, paints and Legos. We have Magna-Tiles now! Ages 4-12, younger children welcome with parental guidance. Location: Childrens Room
Come and take part in an intense 45 minute cardio and body weight training session freaturing P90-X Smoothie Fest Get a taste of healthy. We'll show you how to prepare a tasty 2 minute treats.
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.
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 ...
Enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. We'll even make the popcorn. Call 428-8248 each week for the upcomong titles. All Ages Location: Children's Room
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
Join us for 19th Ward Community Association's annual MLK celebration that will sure to be enjoyed by children, teens and adults.
Listen to his life story and draw a picture for the library art display.
From the major publishing houses to the small presses, from newspaper journalism to electronic books, Leander Watts has thirty years experience as a professional writer. Author of five Young Adult novels (most recently: 'Meet Me in the Strange'), and as Th. Metzger, books on the invention of the electric chair, the early days of heroin, and 'Undercover Mormon: a Spy in the House of the Gods', he'll speak on the various paths writers take ...
WHERE: Bausch & Lomb building, 2nd floor, imagineYOU lab WHY: Learn videography techniques and how to edit video.
Lewis Henry Morgan (1818-1881) was not only a distinguished Rochester attorney and businessman, but also an internationally known scholar who effectively established the fields of anthropology and archeology in the United States. Morgan did not do this single-handedly; all of his major scholarly contributions relied upon or led to collaborative relationships with a wide range of people. This presentation looks at three different research collaborations in which Morgan engaged: with Ely S. Parker ...
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.
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
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!
Join Miss Sarah for stories and songs for all ages! No registration required.
Art, music and action mix with stories for a well-rounded program that includes fun with friends! All Ages *On Tuesdays, please knock at the Britton Rd front door as story time starts before the library opens. 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 and 1:00 pm on every Saturday that the library is open.
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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.
Learn about some of the greatest progress that has been made since MLK Jr.’s speech, as well as some of the greatest challenges that remain in the U.S. today. Hear about the St. Joseph Neighborhood Center’s new Racial Equity and Justice Initiative, and the organization’s goals for the project. FFRPL and the Library regularly partner with organizations like St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center to continue to further ...
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.
It's a surprise! But one thing is for certain, it will be fun.
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.
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.
Stop in to make a penguin craft to celebrate National Penguin Day! All ages, no registration required.
Celebrate winter and learn all about the arctic fox! Story time will include animal-inspired movement and activities appropriate for children of all ages. We'll also compare the characteristics and habitats of the arctic fox, fennec fox, and red fox.
Free classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level, from beginners on up. No registration is necessary. Classes are taught by the English Associates of Rochester. Call the library for more information.
Once again, certified health care navigators from LawNY will be on site at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist you with enrolling for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment takes place November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of Income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last years tax returns if self-employed) Income and award letter (i.e., SSD) Social Security number (card not necessary) ...
One-on-One assistance with computer basics: internet, e-mail, basic Word, e-books. By appointment only. Call 428-8216 to register.
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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 novel, News of the World by Paulette Jiles. 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 and open to the public. Brownbag lunches are welcome. ...
Smile! Dental care is now available at the Central Library. Rochester Regional Health's mobile dental Unit is a fully functioning dental office on wheels! They can do cleanings, exams, and procedures, even if you don't have insurance.
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.
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.
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 Healthy with our Boot Camp 45 minute work out. Try a satisfying 2 minute treat
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.
Come join us for winter crafts, games, and food for the winter season!!
Enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. We'll even make the popcorn. Call 428-8248eavh weeak for upcomong title. 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 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!
Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! Journey into outer space by building your own comets, shuttles etc. Your creations will be displayed in the Science and History Division throughout the month. This program is for ages 16 and older. For more information call the Science and History Division at 585-428-8110.
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 or register online for this class.
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
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 ...
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 or register online for this 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.
A chance for little ones to get out of the house and burn off some energy! For ages 1-10. Location: Children's Room
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 tutor is on hand to help kids with their homework
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.
Charlotte Library will host a visit from a Rochester Amerks hockey player and the Moose! There'll be a story time, hockey equipment demo, autograph session and even a free hockey ticket for each child! Questions? Call 428-8248. Location: Childrens Room
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first serve basis. The Help Center assists with completing legal forms, explains court procedures, and provides options and referrals to people facing civil legal issues. The Help Center does not provide legal advice, representation, or assistance with criminal matters. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3rd floor ...
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 have fun with play dough, paints and Legos. We have Magna-Tiles now! Ages 4-12, younger children welcome with parental guidance.
Come and take part in an intense 45 minute cardio and body weight training session freaturing P90-X Smoothie Fest Get a taste of healthy. We'll show you how to prepare a tasty 2 minute treats.
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.
The Library Edition of Ancestry.com is FREE to use in the Local History & Genealogy Division, along with 12 town libraries and is a must-have database for every researcher! This month we will demonstrate effective search strategies and the many resources available. We will also take a look at all the differences among the various subscription levels.
Up, down, all around, soaring off the ground! Shake off the Winter blues at the Children’s Center of the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County with Parachute Play on Saturday, January 26, 2019, from 10:30-11:30am. Get ready to read, sing, and interact with our giant, colorful parachute. Families with children of all ages are welcome. For more information, please call the Children's Center at 428-8150.
Join us for GIRLS WHO CODE Saturdays in the Imagine YOU lab at the Central Library downtown. Girls from the ages of 12 to 19 are welcome! SIgn up here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GIRLSWHOCODEATTHECENTRALLIBRARY
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
Engraving is an intaglio technique of incising lines onto a hard flat surface like plexi glass, steel, or copper. For this class we will use plexi glass. We will use a tool to with a sharpened needle like end to create grooves into the plexi glass. The surface is then inked and wiped and the incised lines hold the ink. It is then run through a press to create your image. Engraving allows for multiple ...
Enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. We'll even make the popcorn. Call 428-8248 each week for the upcomong titles. All Ages Location: Children's Room
WHERE: Bausch & Lomb building, 2nd floor, imagineYOU lab WHY: Learn how to edit photos and create picture art.
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 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.
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
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 setting up and using a Facebook account. No prior computer experience required. Call 428-8020 or register online for this class.
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
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.
A librarian will be available to work with you on your computer projects. Please bring in specific goals and a USB drive to save your work. Registration is required, class size is very limited. Call (585)428-8214 or stop by the library to sign up!
Join us for an easy and fun craft! 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!
Make a Bear friend!
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!
Did you receive an Instant Pot recently and aren't sure how to use it? Your Instant Pot can do so much more than a regular pressure cooker. Culinary Instructor Liz bauld will prepare 3-5 entrees and show you how to get the most from your Instant Pot. Samples of each item will be served. Registration is encouraged. Call the library at 428-8204.
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, the health benefits of writing are so powerful that "were the authors to have provided similar outcome evidence for a new drug, it likely would be in widespread use within a short time..." Learn about the amazing research on the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of expressive writing done the right way. If you are dealng with health problems, grief, job loss, past trauma, ...
Join Miss Sarah for stories and songs for all ages! No registration required.
Art, music and action mix with stories for a well-rounded program that includes fun with friends! All Ages *On Tuesdays, please knock at the Britton Rd front door as story time starts before the library opens. 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 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.
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
Hear about this exciting major capital project, which will include a complete renovation of infrastructure, largescale public art, site-specific historical information, and community gathering spaces. The project will begin in 2019 and is slated for completion in 2020. Presenter: Brie Harrison, Finance Director for the Rochester Public Library & Monroe County Library System Learn more here
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.
Certified Health Insurance Navigators will be at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist patrons in enrolling for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act/New York State of Health Exchange. Open enrollment is November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. To qualify, you must be under the age of 65 and not be on Medicare. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last year's ...
A certified navigator will be here to help you sign up for health insurance through the New York State Health Exchange (Affordable Care Act) Bring picture ID, previous year's tax returns, SSNs and birthdates of all family members you want to enroll.
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.
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.
Don't go stir-crazy, get to the library! We'll be making our own cork & foam stamps, trying them out, and making adjustments as needed. When craftime is done, take your completed stamp home and use it to personalize folders, calendars, stationery...and many things more. Registration requested.
Free classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level, from beginners on up. No registration is necessary. Classes are taught by the English Associates of Rochester. Call the library for more information.
If you have ever considered volunteering at the library come and see what it's all about. Learn about our programs; discover opportunities for using your talents and skills to make our community a better place.
Rochester Regional Health's Mobile Mammogram Center will be at the Central Libray to do breast cancer screenings (mammograms), regardless of whether or not you have insurance! To schedule a mammogram: Call the appointment line: 585-922-PINK (8 am - 5 pm, M-F). • Go online to www.RochesterRegional.org/PINK, click "Need A Mammogram," a form will pop up allowing the women to ...
Once again, certified health care navigators from LawNY will be on site at libraries throughout Monroe County to assist you with enrolling for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. Open enrollment takes place November 1, 2018 through January 31, 2019. Please be sure to bring: ID Immigration documents (if applicable) Proof of Income 4 weeks of recent pay stubs (or last years tax returns if self-employed) Income and award letter (i.e., SSD) Social Security number (card not necessary) ...
One-on-One assistance with computer basics: internet, e-mail, basic Word, e-books. By appointment only. Call 428-8216 to register.
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.
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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.
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.
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 Healthy with our Boot Camp 45 minute work out. Try a satisfying 2 minute treat
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!
Enjoy a family-friendly movie at the library. We'll even make the popcorn. Call 428-8248eavh weeak for upcomong title. 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!
This month's book is "March:Book one" by John Lewis
A new book club is forming at the Monroe Branch, focusing on true crime. Come to our introductory meeting on Wednesday, January 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. We will be deciding which books to read and any other activities we might want to do. This club is open to older teens and adults. Call 428-8277 with questions.
Valentine Scherenschnitte Plaque: Scherenschnitte (pronounced share-in-schnit-a) is the German word that means “scissor cuts” and is the art of paper cutting design. Students will be taught to create a valentine themed paper cutting that will then to be adhered to cardstock and inserted into a clear 5 x 7 standing picture frame. There will be several patterns to choose from. Students will bring home their completed project along with an instruction ...
Learn how to create a PowerPoint slideshow using your own photographs. Bring in paper-printed photos or photos saved on a flash drive to build a PowerPoint slideshow. Call 428-8020 or register online for this class.
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
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 ...
Aging and Engaging: tips for staying connected throughout our lives. This talk will offer information about why social connections are important at all ages over time, community resources to overcome barriers, and tools to stay connected. Our presenters: Dr. Kim Van Orden, is a Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the U of R School of Medicine and Denistry. She provides psychotherapy to older adults and conducts research studies to ...
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 how to navigate your e-mail account, unsubscribe from services, create folders, and delete large amounts of junk mail. This class is for e-mail accounts you use on your phone, tablet, laptop or on our library computers. You must be able to access your e-mail account on your device or our library computers (know your e-mail address and your password.) Call 428-8020 or register online for this class.
A chance for little ones to get out of the house and burn off some energy! For ages 1-10. Location: Children's Room
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 tutor is on hand to help kids with their homework
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.
Play Bingo and win your choice of books and little prices! Kids and Families Location: Childrens Room
Join us on the first and second Friday of the month for beginner computer classes! We will be going over computer basics along with one-on-one assistance. Space limited for this FREE program– please call 428-8210, or stop in at the Information Desk to register.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
First Friday Films—“The Bookshop” (20 17; rated PG; 114 minutes) Friday, February 2, 12 noon; Kate Gleason Auditorium England 1959. In a small East Anglian town, free-spirited widow Florence Green decides, against polite but ruthless local opposition, to open a bookshop. Emily Mortimer, Bill Nighy, and Patricia Clarkson.
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first serve basis. The Help Center assists with completing legal forms, explains court procedures, and provides options and referrals to people facing civil legal issues. The Help Center does not provide legal advice, representation, or assistance with criminal matters. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3rd floor ...
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.
Are your finances healthy and fit? If not, a certified counselor from from Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Rochester will be on site to improve your financial well being! Patrons will benefit from the expertise of certified counselors who will answer general questions about budgeting, credit, and savings. Financial counseling provides patrons with a budget analysis, credit report review, advice for improved spending habits, expense reduction tactics, credit score improvement strategies, and debt ...
Come and take part in an intense 45 minute cardio and body weight training session freaturing P90-X Smoothie Fest Get a taste of healthy. We'll show you how to prepare a tasty 2 minute treats.
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.
February 2nd is Take Your Child to the Library Day! In celebration of this day our librarians be will giving out prizes to kids who score Bingo by doing fun library activities We will also have our regularly scheduled 1:00 pm story-time! We hope to see you there!
Join us for an hour of playing and singing some easy songs aimed at beginning level ukulele players. Bring a ukulele if you have one, or use one of ours on a first come, first served basis. We don't teach you how to play, but will have plenty of "how to play" handouts to get you started. Folks who just want to sing are always welcome, too!
Have you been longing to write? Do you have stories to tell? Well, it's time to make your writing desires a reality. Join us for our monthly writers' class starting in January. Let us give you space and time to write, provide group support to build your confidence, and offer expertise and direction to help you move forward. This class is for all writers - beginners as well as those more seasoned. This is ...
Join us for GIRLS WHO CODE Saturdays in the Imagine YOU lab at the Central Library downtown. Girls from the ages of 12 to 19 are welcome! SIgn up here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GIRLSWHOCODEATTHECENTRALLIBRARY
The Storybook Cook will be joining us to celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day AND International Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! Come celebrate the programs and resources that libraries offer with stories & milkshakes! There will also be an opportunity to be an influential library advocate! Each participant will have the chance to fill out a postcard that local librarians will take to Albany on February 27th.
Gerry Szymanski, selected by City Newspaper readers four times as "Rochester's Best Photographer", will be in the Arts and Literature Division to informally talk about his work, and the art of photography. Time spent with Gerry is always fun and interesting. An exhibit of some of his antique and vintage photographs of male companions will be displayed in the Rundel Building during February and March.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
It’s Take your Child to the Library Day, and the Winton Branch Library is celebrating by hosting a Bingo Party. Young children will practice letter and number recognition while having a ball playing Bingo. The fun starts at noon on Saturday, February 2. There will be prizes! This free program is open to families with children of all ages. There is no need to register and there’s plenty of space, so be ...
WHERE: Bausch & Lomb building, 2nd floor, imagineYOU lab WHY:Learn to complete a video project.
Come one, come all, come big, come small! Step right up to the most amazing Library Carnival this side of the Genesee on Saturday, February 2, 2019, anytime between 1:00 – 4:00pm! Classic carnival games, tattoos, crafts, and more await you and your family in the Children’s Center and all over the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County. Families with children of all ages are welcome to play the midway for a chance at ...
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.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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.
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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.
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.
A librarian will be available to work with you on your computer projects. Please bring in specific goals and a USB drive to save your work. Registration is required, class size is very limited. Call (585)428-8214 or stop by the library to sign up!
Coordinated Care Services, Inc. (CCSI) offers evening appointments with certified health insurance navigators throughout the year at select libraries each month. All appointments are scheduled ahead of time by calling 585-613-7662, Monday – Friday, between 8:00am and 5:00pm. Appointments are available from 4:30-8pm You can enroll for insurance throughout the year, outside of open enrollment, if you have a qualifying event. Qualifying events include: Loss or change of job Marriage ...
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!
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, the health benefits of writing are so powerful that "were the authors to have provided similar outcome evidence for a new drug, it likely would be in widespread use within a short time..." Learn about the amazing research on the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of expressive writing done the right way. If you are dealng with health problems, grief, job loss, past trauma, ...
This four-part reading & discussion series will explore short works reflecting a range of perspectives on marriage by such great American writers as Robert Frost, Kay Boyle, James Thurber, Raymond Carver, Tobias Wolff, and Sherman Alexie. No “outside” work is required. All written selections for each session will be provided at each session and read aloud in the group. Come prepared to read and discuss with a small and welcoming group of fellow ...
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.
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library on Tuesdays at 11:30am, we will enjoy playing with sounds and rhymes. There will ...
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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 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 or register online for this class.
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.
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.
Free classes are for anyone who is interested in learning English at any level, from beginners on up. No registration is necessary. Classes are taught by the English Associates of Rochester. Call the library for more information.
Please join us for our next Business First Wednesday program, where you will learn "10 Ways to Drive More Sales to Your Business." The College at Brockport Small Business Development Center and the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County are hosting a seminar presented by Michael Krause, President of Sales Sense Payments - a successful Rochester-based consulting firm. Krause has a few, and in fact at least 10, tactics, strategies and winning methods ...
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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.
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 Healthy with our Boot Camp 45 minute work out. Try a satisfying 2 minute treat
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!
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 or register online for this class.
Come to the Winton Branch Library on Thursday mornings at 11:30am for a Preschool Story Time with Mrs. Wolf. We’ll share stories, songs, and fingerplays to get kids interested in the wonders of literature. Pick up some tips on how to get your kids ready to read. This free program is geared toward families with children ages 3-5 and their grownups and siblings. Program days are Thursdays Feb. 7, 14, 28; March 4, 14, 21; April 4, 11, 18, and 25. There is ...
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
Calling All Citizen Scientists! The Great Backyard Bird Count is February 15th-18th. Bird watchers of all ages count birds to create a real-time snapshot of where birds are. Join birding enthusiast June Summers, President of the Genesee Valley Audubon Society, to learn about the importance of a bird census, identifying birds native to our area, and how you and your family can participate!
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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 ...
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 or register online for this 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 tutor is on hand to help kids with their homework
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 on the first and second Friday of the month for beginner computer classes! We will be going over computer basics along with one-on-one assistance. Space limited for this FREE program– please call 428-8210, or stop in at the Information Desk to register.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
The Volunteer Legal Services Project of Monroe County (VLSP) provides free legal help on a first come, first serve basis. The Help Center assists with completing legal forms, explains court procedures, and provides options and referrals to people facing civil legal issues. The Help Center does not provide legal advice, representation, or assistance with criminal matters. VLSP is located on Friday afternoons in LROC's space on the 3rd floor ...
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 and take part in an intense 45 minute cardio and body weight training session freaturing P90-X Smoothie Fest Get a taste of healthy. We'll show you how to prepare a tasty 2 minute treats.
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.
The Chester F. Carlson Patent & Trademark Center hosts the Rochester Inventors Group each month, January through June. The purpose of the group is to help others who have ideas and inventions to get through the process of taking an idea from the drawing board, to a pro-to type, to an invention, to a finished product. Patent & Trademark Center can assist with the filings of copyright, trademarks, and patents. Members have ...
WHO: Reserved for teenagers WHERE: Bausch & Lomb building, 2nd floor, imagineYOU lab WHY: Two sessions offered of a 2-hour course that trains students to properly use the imagineYOU recording studio. Uon completion of the course students will gain unsupervised access to the studio.
Read to a dog! Bring your own book or read one of ours. (We have lots!) All ages
Join us for GIRLS WHO CODE Saturdays in the Imagine YOU lab at the Central Library downtown. Girls from the ages of 12 to 19 are welcome! SIgn up here https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GIRLSWHOCODEATTHECENTRALLIBRARY
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
Following this performance by top notch young musicians there will be a chance for people to meet the musicians and enjoy refreshments.
Pick a project and we’ll help you get crafty! Let your inner Maker loose on Saturday, February 9, 2019 from 1:00-4:00pm at the Children’s Center of the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County for Crafting with Yarn! Come with a project idea (or we will help you find one in our many craft books) and craft a unique creation out of yarn. Families with children of all ages are welcome ...
WHERE: Bausch & Lomb building, 2nd floor, imagineYOU lab WHY: Learn the DSLR camera and how to set up your shots
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.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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.
It doesn’t matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop. – Confucius Learning a skill such as a new language can take a long time. Come to the library to practice what you already know and to learn new words.
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.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
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.
A librarian will be available to work with you on your computer projects. Please bring in specific goals and a USB drive to save your work. Registration is required, class size is very limited. Call (585)428-8214 or stop by the library to sign up!
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!
This story time was planned with your family’s busy schedule in mind! Come on down to the Winton Branch Library at 5:30 pm on the second Monday of each month for an Evening Preschool Storytime. We’ll share stories, songs, and fingerplays to get kids interested in the wonders of literature. Pick up some tips on how to get your kids ready to read. This free program is geared toward families with children ...
This reading & discussion series will explore short works reflecting a range of perspectives on marriage by such great American writers as Robert Frost, Kay Boyle, James Thurber, Raymond Carver, Tobias Wolff, and Sherman Alexie. No “outside” work is required. All written selections for each session will be provided at each session and read aloud in the group. Come prepared to read and discuss with a small and welcoming group of fellow readers ...
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, the health benefits of writing are so powerful that "were the authors to have provided similar outcome evidence for a new drug, it likely would be in widespread use within a short time..." Learn about the amazing research on the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of expressive writing done the right way. If you are dealng with health problems, grief, job loss, past trauma, ...
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.
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library on Tuesdays at 11:30am, we will enjoy playing with sounds and rhymes. There will ...
Stories, songs, and crafts for 3 and 4 year old children.
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.
How to take the challenge: 1. Complete any row (diagonal, vertical, or horizontal) and earn a prize for each row. 2. Responses/notes should be recorded on the back of this sheet. 3. For photos, identify the person pictured. 4. Each space must have its own answer. Each space must be completed with a different book; using one book for two or more spaces is against the rules. 5. You may complete more than one row as long as the ...
Hear about some key technology advances in the past as well as some trends for 2019 and beyond. Learn about some of the many resources Central Library offers, including new items such as ‘GoChip Beams,’ with preloaded movies and wi-fi. Presenter: Joe Born, Division Supervisor for Central Library’s Reynolds Media Center
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 setting fonts, formatting and importing pictures through a project-based approach using Microsoft Word 2010. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 or register online for this class.
Nonprofits and business are often faced with the challenge of fundraising to achieve their mission and keep the doors open. Many consider looking for grants as a source of revenue. But what can grants do and how do you even get started? During this presentation you will learn: The #1 thing EVERY nonprofit or business MUST KNOW in order to get grant funding. How to find the RIGHT grants for your organization’s important work! ...
Smile! Dental care is now available at the Central Library. Rochester Regional Health's mobile dental Unit is a fully functioning dental office on wheels! They can do cleanings, exams, and procedures, even if you don't have insurance.
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.
Get Healthy with our Boot Camp 45 minute work out. Try a satisfying 2 minute treat
Exploring Kente & Adinkra, the Other Well- Known Ghanaian Languages Central Library is celebrating Black History Month by exploring Kente cloth, Adinkra symbols, the Ghanaian languages. This interactive presentation focuses on how Ghanaians use Kente and Adinkra in their everyday life to communicate. As Egyptians use hieroglyphics and Millennials use texts and emojis to communicate, Ghanaians use textile weaves and fabric patterns as a language to communicate and express themselves. Free and open to everyone.
Learn about using the internet through guided visits to several websites. Course requires knowledge of mouse use. Call 428-8020 or register online for this class.
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 ...
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 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 or register online for this class.
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