Check out the latest updates on the Maplewood Community Library Expansion project and find information about their temporary location.
Udemy is now available to all City of Rochester residents via the RPL website. Udemy is Gale’s version of a Lynda.com resource with many video courses on many topics including, Finance & Accounting, Leadership & Management, Personal Development, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Design, and MORE!
Join the Monroe County Library System and ROC Against Antisemitism for a series of online book discussions about antisemitism and the history of Israel.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Play Card game/tabletop game in the library after school and get some refreshments.
Work with Ms. Katy to build the Lego NASA Discovery Space Shuttle
Come share your love of crocheting and knitting! Just show up with your yarn and your enthusiasm.
(English/Spanish/Vietnamese/Cantonese)
Stop by the library table at the senior café with your phone or other device for in-depth one-on-one assistance. We can show you how to set up new devices, troubleshoot slow phones, adjust notification settings, remove applications that slow down your system, and keep your devices secure. Please Note: This program will be held at: Senior Tech Help @ Lifespan Wolk Café, Sibley Square, 25 Franklin St
In her new book, Raising Confident Children, renowned child development expert Dr. Ruth Holland Scott draws from decades of research and real-world experiences by providing parents with a masterclass in raising happy, self-assured children. Druing a time when schools were segregated, Dr. Scott graduated from Albion College with cum laude honors, majoring in sociology and education. She later achieved a graduate degree in education at Kent State University in Ohio. Scott later moved ...
Stop by to paint a mini pumpkin with us! We will supply the paint and the mini pumpkins. You supply the creativity!
Play Card game/tabletop game in the library after school and get some refreshments.
Would you like to learn how to use your phone and computer applications? Is your computer repair team busy (aka grandkids, niece and nephew, or next-door neighbor)? If you answered yes, then join the Zoom Room. You will learn fast but no worries, we will teach slow. You will learn how to use email, Android applications, and even Apple products for free. Please make sure you have your sound and apps available. Hint&...
The Dungeons & Dragons club will meet in the teen space.
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Discord - Join our Growing Community Welcome back to a new season of Tabletop and Community Gaming at the Central Library!! Come join a safe, fun, creative, and accepting environment full of adventure, mystery, action, and exploration. Veteran Dungeon Masters running open-ended freeform homebrew campaigns that new and veteran players alike can join. An established and consistent group of players that have played together for years. Currently running Pathfinder 2nd Edition ...
Bring your cards to battle, trade or just enjoy talking and learning about Pokemon Cards. For ages 8 and up.
Do you need a Dungeons and Dragons character? Mr. Isaac will help you create and understand your character so you can join in the game the next time it’s played. Appointments are recommended but not required. Without an appointment it will be “first come, first served”. For ages 7-14.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
hang out in the library after school and make a halloween craft with friends.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour and a half free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of ...
Need help setting up your device? Managing apps? Updating preferences? Fixing glitches? If you answered yes to any of these questions, come visit the Tech Center every other Tuesday morning. We will gladly offer assistance and explain the process so that you can fix any future problems on your device. Feel free to bring in phones, tablets, and laptops for assistance. No appointment needed!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Karen Morris will review The Briar Club by Kate Quinn The Briar Club is a haunting historical mystery set in the 1950s in an all-female boardinghouse in Washington, D.C. The novel explores themes of race, class, gender, friendship, love, secrets, societal expectations, and politics. It offers a compelling plot and a unique mix of characters. Karen Morris is a retired judge, a distinguished professor of Law at Monroe Community College, a prolific author, and ...
Do you need a Dungeons and Dragons character? Mr. Isaac will help you create and understand your character so you can join in the game the next time it’s played. Appointments are recommended but not required. Without an appointment it will be “first come, first served”. For ages 7-14.
Want to learn how to play the ukulele, but don’t know where to start? Does playing with a group sound like fun? Join local musician Allen Hopkins for this two-session series on the basics of ukulele jamming! You’ll learn the basics of playing the ukulele, fun songs to strum along with, and you’ll have a chance to experience the joy of “jamming” with a group. Allen ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Create your own catapult and see if anything will fly through the air with the greatest of ease!
hang out in the library after school and make a halloween craft with friends.
Let the countdown to spooky season begin! We’ll make fun crafts every Tuesday in October. Best for ages 5-12.
Create your own poem by blacking out words on old book pages
Build part of a Truck Lego Kit with Miss Alex. Ages 9-12.
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Presented by Monroe County Library System Member Libraries and Rochester Again Antisemitism Join the Monroe County Library System and Rochester Against Antisemitism for a series of online book discussions about antisemitism and Israel. Conversations will be held online, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM every other month register below to receive the Zoom link for the program October 15 featured title - Jewish Pride: Rebuilding a People by Ben Freeman. Discussion Facilitator: Jacqui Lipschitz Jacqui was born and ...
Note: The contents of this presentation are for informational purposes only. None of the lawyers making this presentation will be rendering legal or other professional advice or opinions on specific facts or matters. The viewing and/or distribution of this presentation to any person does not constitute the establishment of an attorney-client or other relationship. Join Start Small Think Big for a webinar geared towards New York- based small business owners who are beginning to ...
Are you burdened by a criminal record? Wondering how to clear your path towards a brighter future? Expungement or Sealing of your Criminal Record can open new doors to second chances in life. Join the Judicial Process Commission, Legal Assistance of Western New York, Center for Community Alteratives and other community partners to understand your eligility for conviction record expungement, sealing, or other legal relief. Participate in a one-on-one consultation. ...
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Come make a paper pumpkin or even a whole patch! Best for ages 6-12
hang out in the library after school and make a halloween craft with friends.
Join us for a webinar with panelists from TMC Capital, Working Solutions, and Mission Asset Fund, offering insights on banking and finance for ITIN holders. Key Highlights: Understanding ITIN: Learn its significance for non-U.S. citizens and residents. Financing Options: Explore loans, credit cards, and alternative capital sources for ITIN holders. Financial Planning: Discover the importance of a solid financial plan to achieve your goals. Q&A Session: Get expert answers on navigating banking ...
Create your own pumpkin shaped wreath to hang on your door! Registration is required, space is limited.
Create some art while taking in an audiobook Art craft-Mosaic flowerpot Audiobook-will be chosen by participants from a selection of audiobooks
Create a marble design on a foam pumpkin using water and nail polish
Make a decorative jar with a Scarecrow Face!
This is part 3 of the 4-part series about Small Business Taxes. You can register for Parts 4 using the following link. Part 4 https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/12731558 Lesson 5: Federal taxes when hiring employees or independent contractors Discuss your responsibilities as an employer or as one who pays others for services Determine whether the service providers are employees or independent contractors Employer Responsibilities Withhold income taxes Withhold and pay Social Security and Medicare taxes ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
In honor of our Vietnam veterans, journalist Nancy E. Lynch, author and publisher of the award-winning social history, Vietnam Mailbag, Voices From the War: 1968-1972, will read and discuss selected war letters from her book at noon on Oct. 17 at the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County. Lynch’s program is sponsored by the library at 115 South ...
Representatives from the Monroe County Health Department will have a table at the library so people can walk right up and receive training how to save a life with NARCAN.
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Join us for a fun new program from the Seneca Park Zoo! Listen to an animal story and meet a real animal ambassador from the ZooMobile. The theme of this month’s story time safari will be animal movements.
hang out in the library after school and make a halloween craft with friends.
What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s Comic Club! Join us at the Winton Branch Library for our monthly meeting of the Comic Club! On the third Thursday of every month, from 4:00pm -5:00pm kids 9 and up can gather to meet other comic lovers, discuss the club’s latest reads, and enjoy some super snacks! Our chosen book ...
Come share your love of crocheting and knitting! Just show up with your yarn and your enthusiasm.
hang out in the library after school and make a halloween craft with friends.
Would you like to learn how to use your phone and computer applications? Is your computer repair team busy (aka grandkids, niece and nephew, or next-door neighbor)? If you answered yes, then join the Zoom Room. You will learn fast but no worries, we will teach slow. You will learn how to use email, Android applications, and even Apple products for free. Please make sure you have your sound and apps available. Hint&...
Discord - Join our Growing Community Welcome back to a new season of Tabletop and Community Gaming at the Central Library!! Come join a safe, fun, creative, and accepting environment full of adventure, mystery, action, and exploration. Veteran Dungeon Masters running open-ended freeform homebrew campaigns that new and veteran players alike can join. An established and consistent group of players that have played together for years. Currently running Pathfinder 2nd Edition ...
The Songwriters. A conversation about two of the greatest songwriters, composer George Gershwin and lyricist Ira Gershwin, and the role of literacy and jazz in popular songwriting. All Programs VIA ZOOM. Dates and Program titles: Sept 14th 12-2pm: Say it with a Beautiful Song: The Great American Songbook. A conversation about what it is, what distinguishes it, and why its appeal persists. October 19th 12-2pm: Say it with a Beautiful ...
Join us on the North Terrace of the Central Library on Saturday, October 19 for a Banned Book Read-Out event supporting the Freedom to Read Community Day of Action. Community members will read aloud for 10 minutes from one of hundreds of books banned or challenged each year. Some of the titles include: To Kill A Mockingbird, Harry Potter, The Bluest Eye, and I am Jazz.
Join us at the Charlotte Branch Saturday October 19th @ Noon for the Succulent Terrarium Workshop. You may sign up for the workshop by calling 428-8216
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Join Dungeon Master Mr. Dan in a campaign that’s not for the faint of heart. All supplies are provided but must have a character and be ready to play. See Mr. Isaac for more information.
Meet other College students Have a quiet space to work Get input on your work bi-weekly meetings FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS starting on Saturday September 7th from 2-3pm!
Make a fleece blanket for pets waiting for homes at Lollypop farm. Stop in any time during the 2 hour period. Best for ages 8-12.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Do you need a Dungeons and Dragons character? Mr. Isaac will help you create and understand your character so you can join in the game the next time it’s played. Appointments are recommended but not required. Without an appointment it will be “first come, first served”. For ages 7-14.
Monday, October 21st @ 2:00pm Adults. Registration required Create one-of-a-kind wall art with fluid paint pouring using the ‘dirty cup pouring method’. Watch a demonstration on all of the steps including pouring techniques. Then choose your colors and layer them in one cup (dirty cup) to start the magic of this art form. You will pour your own 8"x10" canvas masterpiece.
Let's talk about something that you are reading and what genre is your favorite.
Make your own sugar scrub bodywash with assorted essential olis. Listen to relaxing music while we work. Seating is limited, registration is required. Call 428-8262 to register.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour and a half free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of ...
Can you escape the Haunted Mansion? Join us to find out!
Getting a job can be difficult without a nicely tailored resume. Whether you need a basic resume or a customized one, we will assist you with getting what you need. Stop by the Tech Center every other Tuesday for more in-depth assistance on building the perfect resume for you.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Dr. Leisha Cuddihy will review This Is Why You Dream: What Your Sleeping Brain Reveals About Your Waking Life by Rahul Jandial, MD, PhD Tracing cutting-edge dream research and brain science, neuroscientist and neurosurgeon Dr. Jandial outlines how to tap into dreams to practice real-life skills, promote learning, amplify creativity, rewrite nightmares, reveal desires, and forecast mental and physical ailments (such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's). Dr. Leisha Cuddihy is a licensed clinical psychologist, ...
Do you need a Dungeons and Dragons character? Mr. Isaac will help you create and understand your character so you can join in the game the next time it’s played. Appointments are recommended but not required. Without an appointment it will be “first come, first served”. For ages 7-14.
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Every year, nearly 30 million Americans sit on a therapist’s couch—and some of these patients are therapists. In her remarkable book Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb tells us that despite her license and rigorous training, her most significant credential is that she’s a card-carrying member of the human race. “I know what it’s like to be a person,” she writes, as a ...
Every year, nearly 30 million Americans sit on a therapist’s couch—and some of these patients are therapists. In her remarkable book Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb tells us that despite her license and rigorous training, her most significant credential is that she’s a card-carrying member of the human race. “I know what it’s like to be a person,” she writes, as a ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Let's talk about something that you are reading and what genre is your favorite.
We have the theme, all you need to do is dream! Come up with something amazing and we will post it on our social media. Don’t worry, everyone is amazing to us!
Let the countdown to spooky season begin! We’ll make fun crafts every Tuesday in October. Best for ages 5-12.
Ghost Hunters: Rochester Paranormal Investigation Join seasoned paranormal investigators for a crash-course in ghost hunting! Includes demonstrations of professional PI equipment & spiritual tools, and an overview of basic safety & etiquette. No registration required for this free program.
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Stop by the library to spend some time reading to a therapy dog! Our furry friends love kids and stories. All ages are welcome!
Let's talk about something that you are reading and what genre is your favorite.
Enjoy spooky games and snacks for the fall season with Ms. Alex and Ms. Katy! Children and Teens welcome
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Learn how to save thousands with Weiss Financial Ratings Series' MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT INSURANCE BUYERS'GUIDE Choosing the right Medicare Supplement Insurance plan can be frustrating, confusing... and expensive if you choose the wrong plan. This program will give you the helpful guidance you need to navigate your Medicare supplement options with our Medicare Supplement Insurance Buyers' Guide. You will learn how to create an individually customized report, based on ...
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Our world is shifting more toward using digital tools for essential services, so don't get left behind! Bring the mobile devices you'd like to use or learn on our computers. We'll cover basics such as creating an email address, creating and editing documents, file management, identifying scams and spam, and much more. Pre-registration is required.
Let's talk about something that you are reading and what genre is your favorite.
In November of 1963 Lyndon Johnson became President after John F. Kennedy’s assassination. A year later in 1964 he was running for re-election against Barry Goldwater. Goldwater is one of the people responsible for beginning the modern Conservative movement in America. Lyndon Johnson is one of the people who began - what some people call, the modern welfare state. Please Join MCC Professor of History, Mark Sample, as he tells the story of the people ...
Come share your love of crocheting and knitting! Just show up with your yarn and your enthusiasm.
Let's talk about something that you are reading and what genre is your favorite.
The Dungeons & Dragons club will meet in the teen space.
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Discord - Join our Growing Community Welcome back to a new season of Tabletop and Community Gaming at the Central Library!! Come join a safe, fun, creative, and accepting environment full of adventure, mystery, action, and exploration. Veteran Dungeon Masters running open-ended freeform homebrew campaigns that new and veteran players alike can join. An established and consistent group of players that have played together for years. Currently running Pathfinder 2nd Edition ...
What does the Divine mean to you? Everyone has their thoughts on the concept of a Higher Power. If you were to create this, what would that look like to you? What would that look like on canvas? That is what you will create in this class. Something greater than ourselves can bring some peace and sanity into our lives. It could be scientific, mystical, or part of nature. Create whatever works ...
Join Dungeon Master Mr. Dan in a campaign that’s not for the faint of heart. All supplies are provided but must have a character and be ready to play. See Mr. Isaac for more information.
Get Ready for a Spooktacular Trick-or-Treat Event at the Central Library! Join us for a fun-filled day of Halloween excitement at the Central Library! Our Trick-or-Treat event is the perfect way for families to celebrate the season with a variety of activities, treats, and surprises around every corner. Explore the library and enjoy: A Magical Show that will leave you spellbound! A Pumpkin Patch where you can pick out your perfect ...
Join us as we delve into Rochester’s housing challenges, both past and present. The program will begin with a screening of the 1968 documentary Think About It, which vividly portrays the housing crisis that gripped the city during a pivotal era of social change. Following the screening, a distinguished panel will engage in a dialogue exploring the persistent struggles that continue to shape Rochester’s housing landscape. Facilitated by Shane Wiegand, co-Director ...
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Do you need a Dungeons and Dragons character? Mr. Isaac will help you create and understand your character so you can join in the game the next time it’s played. Appointments are recommended but not required. Without an appointment it will be “first come, first served”. For ages 7-14.
Tour an ambulance and a firetruck and talk with EMTs, Paramedics and Firefighters. It’s your chance to thank them for the valuable service they provide for the community.
Come play video games on our PS4
Pumpkins are a versatile crop that signal autumn is here! Youth will learn about pumpkins and STEM concepts in this engaging workshop.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour and a half free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of ...
Be creative and decorate a foam pumpkin!
Need help setting up your device? Managing apps? Updating preferences? Fixing glitches? If you answered yes to any of these questions, come visit the Tech Center every other Tuesday morning. We will gladly offer assistance and explain the process so that you can fix any future problems on your device. Feel free to bring in phones, tablets, and laptops for assistance. No appointment needed!
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Diane Spacher will review Pockets: An Intimate History of How We Keep Things Close by Hannah Carlson Pockets examines issues of gender politics, security, sexuality, power, and privilege and outlines how clothing influences how we navigate the world. “Unlike female kangaroos, human women (and other historically second-class citizens) have always had a harder time securing storage close to their person.” (NYT review 9/10/23) Diane Spacher is a Costume Designer recently retired from RCSD ...
Do you need a Dungeons and Dragons character? Mr. Isaac will help you create and understand your character so you can join in the game the next time it’s played. Appointments are recommended but not required. Without an appointment it will be “first come, first served”. For ages 7-14.
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Drop by to join our D&D club with Mr. Issac and friends! Each player will be allowed only one character to use during a single campaign. All supplies provided but must already have a character to play. Ages 7-16.
Create your own pumpkin and dress up Snoopy the dog so he’s ready for Halloween!
Starting a business can be challenging, especially for non-citizens. While starting a business can seem out of reach for immigrants, it is not impossible. This workshop will focus on how it is possible for ITIN holders to start a business, and the different business forms available to immigrant business owners. ITIN holders will also learn the necessary steps to start a business and pitfalls to avoid.
Let the countdown to spooky season begin! We’ll make fun crafts every Tuesday in October. Best for ages 5-12.
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Celebrate Halloween with candy and a spooky movie
Lesson 7: Tax deposits and filing a return to report payroll taxes Responsibilities for depositing taxes Filing a return to report payroll taxes Federal tax deposit process Deposit requirements and penalties Show you how to file: Form 941, Employers Quarterly Federal Tax Return Form 944, Employers Annual Federal Tax Return, Form 943, Employer's Annual Tax Return for Agricultural Employees Lesson 8: Hiring people who live in the U.S. who aren’t citizens Verify employee's identity and ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Come share your love of crocheting and knitting! Just show up with your yarn and your enthusiasm.
Please join us for our program on Small Business Retirement Planning with Troy Gribnau from Edward Jones. We will discuss: Workplace retirement plans Benefits and considerations for businesses that do not currently offer a retirement plan or those that are considering changing from their existing plan to a SEP, SIMPLE, 401(k), Profit Sharing or Defined Benefit plan. Business owner exit planning Start with the end in mind focuses on the importance of being proactive and ...
Would you like to learn how to use your phone and computer applications? Is your computer repair team busy (aka grandkids, niece and nephew, or next-door neighbor)? If you answered yes, then join the Zoom Room. You will learn fast but no worries, we will teach slow. You will learn how to use email, Android applications, and even Apple products for free. Please make sure you have your sound and apps available. Hint&...
This symposium centers on the science of cannabis through expert talks, community roundtables, and intentional networking.
In this monthly workshop you’ll work within a creative and supportive writing community to hone your craft and tell your story. Expect a variety of activities that will help you generate new ideas, revise existing projects, and establish effective writing practices for yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. Jen Case teaches writing workshops and leads literary discussions at libraries and senior living communities around Monroe County. She also presents with the group ...
A Monthly Genealogy Club co-sponsored by the Rochester Genealogical Society Facilitated by John D. Caufield & Anna Tomasso Are you a fan of family history? Do you wonder who your ancestors were and how you can learn more about them? Whether you are an experienced researcher or just starting out, we invite you to join our friendly, informal monthly gathering. Explore your questions, share your discoveries, and research your family’s past alongside fellow ...
Saturday, November 2nd @ 11:00 am Adults. Registration required. Make a paper flower bookmark you can use when you're reading your favorite book!
Discord - Join our Growing Community Welcome back to a new season of Tabletop and Community Gaming at the Central Library!! Come join a safe, fun, creative, and accepting environment full of adventure, mystery, action, and exploration. Veteran Dungeon Masters running open-ended freeform homebrew campaigns that new and veteran players alike can join. An established and consistent group of players that have played together for years. Currently running Pathfinder 2nd Edition ...
Join us in the children's room every Saturday starting at noon for Nintendo Time. Play your favorite Switch games. Every week at Charlotte!
Meet other College students Have a quiet space to work Get input on your work bi-weekly meetings FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS starting on Saturday September 7th from 2-3pm!
On February 21, 1934, Rochester’s first birth control clinic opened to the public. Founded and operated by local philanthropists and activists, the clinic saw 7,000 patients by the end of 1939, providing important medical services to those most in need of support. While information on patients is limited to demographic data, the memories of many of the clinic’s founders and early volunteers are preserved in archival records. Coinciding with the publication of Elizabeth Carr’...
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Join us @ 115 South Avenue Tech Center Rochester Works has partnered with the Central Library to provide assistance and Resources for any potential Job Seekers. Need help Navigating Job Sites to apply for a job to help find a career and build a future? We can help! Application resources such as "Cheat Sheets" can be used to accurately fill out applications. Access to both Rochester Work ...
Make a thank you card for a military veteran in honor of Veterans’ Day.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour and a half free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics, writing and Yes/No questions. All English levels welcome. Also special help is available if your test date is near. Contact through email at NewAmericans@libraryweb.org Show a scanned piece of ...
It’s Election Day and some popular book characters are running for Central Children’s Center President. So, stop by to see who’s on the ballot, how they’re doing in the polls and cast your vote.
Getting a job can be difficult without a nicely tailored resume. Whether you need a basic resume or a customized one, we will assist you with getting what you need. Stop by the Tech Center every other Tuesday for more in-depth assistance on building the perfect resume for you.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their English skills through presentation. Students create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation and share it on Zoom it with their own English narration. Students also answer questions afterward in English. Send an email to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned picture of a piece of mail with a local Monroe County, NY address to receive the Zoom link for this ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
This is a Zoom class for New-English learners to practice their English through writing. The free class is one-hour on Zoom and accepts all levels. Practice writing English through writing about your experiences. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail to show a local address in Monroe County, NY to receive the Zoom link. This weekly Zoom class is taught by our volunteer Michael.
Business First Wednesdays are for aspiring or current business owners and is brought to you by the Business Insight Center of the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County and the SUNY Brockport Small Business Development Center. To register, please call the Business Insight Center at 585.428.8106, contact business.insight@libraryweb.org or see below. This program is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the US Small Business Administration. Services are extended to ...
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
This weekly free Zoom class is for New-English learners to practice their conversational English. Questions are presented and answered by participants in a chosen order. Images and conversation starters are also presented during the hour. Reply to NewAmericans@libraryweb.org with a scanned piece of mail that shows a local Monroe County, NY address to reveice the Zoom link for the weekly free class.
Bounces, Songs, and Shakers, Oh My! Rhyme Time is a program for very young children and their grownups to nurture pre-reading skills. Babies need words every day, and they need to play with language and sounds. We will Talk, Read, Sing, and Play, which are the building blocks to being ...
In this monthly workshop you’ll work within a creative and supportive writing community to hone your craft and tell your story. Expect a variety of activities that will help you generate new ideas, revise existing projects, and establish effective writing practices for yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. Jen Case teaches writing workshops and leads literary discussions at libraries and senior living communities around Monroe County. She also presents with the group ...
Stop in to the Maplewood Community Library for in-person beginning language or technology instruction. Walk-in anytime between 2pm - 5:30pm to meet with staff for instruction. Picture dictionaries, online practice with an iPad, in-person conversation, and Citizenship question review cards. Also let us help with your technology: phone questions, use of Word, Excel, Powerpoint, or any other technology questions will be entertained. Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Maplewood Community Library, 414 ...
Promote your small business at our graphic design workshop. We will use Microsoft Office tools to create appealing and engaging marketing images and professional business cards for you to take straight to a print shop. No need to hire a Graphic Designer when you have library resources and can learn to do it yourself. Participants will leave with a copy of their project and a file for printing more. Pre-registration is required.
You are welcome to join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland.
Stop by the library table at the senior café with your phone or other device for in-depth one-on-one assistance. We can show you how to set up new devices, troubleshoot slow phones, adjust notification settings, remove applications that slow down your system, and keep your devices secure. Please Note: This program will be held at: Senior Tech Help @ Lifespan Wolk Café, Sibley Square, 25 Franklin St
Would you like to learn how to use your phone and computer applications? Is your computer repair team busy (aka grandkids, niece and nephew, or next-door neighbor)? If you answered yes, then join the Zoom Room. You will learn fast but no worries, we will teach slow. You will learn how to use email, Android applications, and even Apple products for free. Please make sure you have your sound and apps available. Hint&...
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