The Arnett, Charlotte, and Lincoln libraries will have extended hours until 9PM 7/15 for the citywide Heat Emergency. The Maplewood Community Library phones are currently down but they are open normal hours. The library catalog will be down for maintenance Tuesday, July 16th beginning at 8:00 AM, lasting approx. one hour. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The Phillis Wheatley Community Library is an ultra-modern building designed by architect James H. Johnson. It was built in 1971 and is handicapped accessible.
The library is named for Phillis Wheatley (c. 1753 – December 5, 1784). She was the first published African-American woman and first published African-American poet. The library services a predominantly African-American population and the multicultural historic Cornhill neighborhood bordering the library.
Branch Supervisor: Lori Frankunas
33 Dr Samuel McCree Way
Rochester, NY 14608
(585) 428-8212
Bus Lines:
15
17
Monday | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm |
Tuesday | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Wednesday | 11:00 am – 7:00 pm |
Thursday | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm |
Friday | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Saturday | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
Sunday | Closed |
The Phyllis Wheatley Community Library is closing the afternoon of 6/20 due to a maintenance issue.
Open to the public for browsing, research, copying, faxing, printing, and computer access. Curbside service available during open hours. Request materials through the curbside pickup form, or call (585) 428-8212.
“Safe to Be Smart” Program – Activities and services geared toward youth from 3 – 6 pm, or after school.
Storywalk – Read and play on playful sidewalks along the way to the library entrance. Our story walk story is changed on a monthly basis with award winning stories and stories written by local school children. Storywalk is accessible even when the library is closed.
Public Food Forest Garden – The garden landscape of the library building is comprised of local edible plants and 12 raised bed giving gardens. The community is welcome to help out in the garden on Wednesdays during the growing season and to harvest what grows in the garden. For more information and events check out the Phillis Wheatley Library Public Food Forest Garden group on Facebook.
Digital Literacy – Free computer support and computer-related assistance. Learn basic computer skills and how to use Microsoft or Google products. Get assistance creating or updating your resume, applying for jobs or benefits online and much more. This service is provided by Literacy Volunteers of Rochester, Inc.
After school tutoring for children, 1st through 6th grade, is offered 2 days a week, September – June. TASC tutoring is available. Please call the library for dates and times.
The Nancy Evelyn Brandon meeting room seats 110 and is frequently used by community groups and other non-profit organizations, who may book the room for free. The room is also available to for-profit organizations, for whom a $30 fee applies. Call staff at (585) 428-8212 for additional details.
The Phillis Wheatley Community Library maintains 34 computers with Internet access for adults, young adults, and children. Printing is available from all computers, with color prints at $.50/page, and black and white at $.25 cents/page.
We've used a 3D Printer to make some small miniatures! Come pick out your favorites and "paint" them with multi-colored sharpies. Take home your creations or display them here.
Enjoy musical fun and sing-a-longs for all ages! Location: Children's Room
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 …
Do some science to create parallel circuits and make things light up.
Tuition free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading & Writing Camps for Youth from Writers & Books Imagination takes hold as campers discover their inner authors at the Young Author's Club. Activities include creative writing, drawing, team building and exploring the library as a resource. An anthology created by the group will be featured in the library's story walk. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with WRITERS & BOOKS is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp …
Kids and their grownups can join us for story-times every Tuesday at 11:15 am during July 2024 and August 2024!
Drop by to join our D & D club with Mr. Issac and friends! We will learn how to play together. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own if you are already a player.
Paint and decorate a rock!
Children and families are invited to meet with ROCDOG's therapy dogs at 11am.
Big or small all animals have adaptations to help them survive. Do you know what they are? Join us at the Winton Branch Library as we learn all about the adaptive feats of the animal kingdom, brought to us by the Wegmans ZooMobile. On Wednesday, July 17, from 11:00am to 12:00pm, kids of all ages will learn about how certain species survive in the wild, with the help of some real animal teachers. They’ll …
Join us as we celebrate all things dinosaur! We will excavate fossils, make dino crafts, and have a dino scavenger hunt!
Do some science to create parallel circuits and make things light up.
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/
Tuition free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading & Writing Camps for Youth from Writers & Books Imagination takes hold as campers discover their inner authors at the Young Author's Club. Activities include creative writing, drawing, team building and exploring the library as a resource. An anthology created by the group will be featured in the library's story walk. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with WRITERS & BOOKS is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp …
Kids and their grownups will be sure to enjoy this program by Mayukwa Kashiwa of Building Families First, Inc. Mayukwa was born in Zambia, Africa. He is part of the Kaonde Tribe. He is the author of the children’s book Mayukwa and the Leopard and shares his culture in a vibrant performance incorporating African drumming and dance, along with educative traditional storytelling. This interactive program teaches children morals and guidance, while allowing them …
Kids and teens are invited to make shrinky-dinks and enjoy Bubble Tea!
The Book Report Third Wednesday from 4:30pm-5:30pm July 17 | August 21 | September 18 Share what you are reading with us! Don’t worry, this isn’t a written report, just a verbal one where you let us know what you liked or disliked or couldn't even finish.
Come on in and beat the summer sun with our weekly storytime! Location: Childrens Room
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 …
Do some science to create parallel circuits and make things light up.
Tuition free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading & Writing Camps for Youth from Writers & Books Imagination takes hold as campers discover their inner authors at the Young Author's Club. Activities include creative writing, drawing, team building and exploring the library as a resource. An anthology created by the group will be featured in the library's story walk. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with WRITERS & BOOKS is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp …
Benjamin's movement-based programs are perfect for a wide variety of facilities and populations. They are intentionally designed to be inclusive of all ages and levels of ability. The end result will be a fun and memorable experience that promotes wellness, mindfulness, self-esteem, and creativity.
Kids ages 5-12 will have a lot of fun building things with LEGOS!
A place to hang out with other comic lovers. Grab your pencil and fasten your cape because it’s time for Summer Comic Hangout! Meeting on the third Thursday of June and July, Summer Comic Hangout is an opportunity for kids aged 9 to 15 to meet up and hang out with other comic lovers. From 4:00-5:00pm we will draw, snack, and of course, talk about comics, so whether you’re …
Join us as we crochet (or knit)! Don’t know how? We can show you the basics.
Join us at Charlotte Beach Friday mornings for some fun in the sun!
The Childrens’ Librarians at the Winton Branch Library are excited to share stories, rhymes, and songs with families this summer at 11am on Fridays. This program is aimed at children between the ages of 3 and 8, although siblings are always welcome. Run to the library located at 611 N Winton Rd for a fantastically fun time. There’s no need to register, so bring along a friend or two. For more information, call the Winton …
Do some science to create parallel circuits and make things light up.
Tuition free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading & Writing Camps for Youth from Writers & Books Imagination takes hold as campers discover their inner authors at the Young Author's Club. Activities include creative writing, drawing, team building and exploring the library as a resource. An anthology created by the group will be featured in the library's story walk. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with WRITERS & BOOKS is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp …
Do some science to create parallel circuits and make things light up.
Learn to read and write more than your name at this fun, interactive camp! Free and open to the publice; ages 8 and up Snacks will be provided Limited to 10 Students. Registration is required. Call us at 428-8202
Say “Yes, and…” to this hilarious improv program. Anything can happen in this whacky and hilarious improv program! On July 22, 2024, join Joanne Brokaw for an afternoon of hilarity and hijinks as she teaches us all about the wonderful world of improv! From 12:00-1:30pm the Winton Library will become a stage for kids ages 10-16 to practice their improv skills through a variety of fun and funny games that aim to …
Make a coaster of your favorite place to visit this summer or you would like to go in the future.
Campers explore the library’s shelves to discover magic, mysticism, and science fiction. They use adjacent playgrounds as settings for the characters and surprise-filled plots they create. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8 to 13. Participants may register at: https://wab.org/youth-programs/summerwrite/
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/
Can you escape the zombie apocalypse? Join us to find out!
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 NewAmericansZoom@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.
Learn to read and write more than your name at this fun, interactive camp! Free and open to the publice; ages 8 and up Snacks will be provided Limited to 10 Students. Registration is required. Call us at 428-8202
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.
Enjoy a summer afternoon of art with kid freindly refreshments! Registration required. Please call 585-428-8216 to register. Location: Childrens Room
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 …
Make a coaster of your favorite place to visit this summer or you would like to go in the future.
Campers explore the library’s shelves to discover magic, mysticism, and science fiction. They use adjacent playgrounds as settings for the characters and surprise-filled plots they create. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8 to 13. Participants may register at: https://wab.org/youth-programs/summerwrite/
Kids and their grownups can join us for story-times every Tuesday at 11:15 am during July 2024 and August 2024!
Drop by to join our D & D club with Mr. Issac and friends! We will learn how to play together. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own if you are already a player.
Make your own moss mini garden bowl and learn about some different kinds of moss that grows in our area. Moss is an interesting plant. Or is it an animal? You decide. Come to the Winton Branch Library at 3pm on Tuesday, July 23 to learn all about moss in our free Moss Media program that is perfect for families with kids aged 4-8. We will take a close and careful look at some different kinds …
Learn to read and write more than your name at this fun, interactive camp! Free and open to the publice; ages 8 and up Snacks will be provided Limited to 10 Students. Registration is required. Call us at 428-8202
Children and families are invited to learn from and visit with our friends from the Seneca Park Zoo.
Dance to the beat of your own drum Do you dance to the beat of your own drum? Then join us at the Winton Branch Library for a morning of African drum music. On Wednesday, July 24, from 11:00am to 12:00pm, kids of all ages will have the opportunity to dance along to African drum music and listen to stories, led by the marvelous Mayukwa! Mixing modern dance styles with traditional instruments, this vibrant musical program …
Discover the joys of bird watching! Kids will learn how to identify common birds and will receive their own birding journal and binoculars.
Make a coaster of your favorite place to visit this summer or you would like to go in the future.
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/
Campers explore the library’s shelves to discover magic, mysticism, and science fiction. They use adjacent playgrounds as settings for the characters and surprise-filled plots they create. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8 to 13. Participants may register at: https://wab.org/youth-programs/summerwrite/
Stop by the library to spend some time reading to a therapy dog! Our furry friends, Kanzi and Egon, love kids and stories. All ages are welcome!
Kids can get fit during this exercise session with Rosalind Walker from Victory Fitness.
Kids playing with board games this day will have a chance to win a free game!
Join us for popcorn and a movie!
Learn to read and write more than your name at this fun, interactive camp! Free and open to the publice; ages 8 and up Snacks will be provided Limited to 10 Students. Registration is required. Call us at 428-8202
Come on in and beat the summer sun with our weekly storytime! Location: Childrens Room
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 …
Make a coaster of your favorite place to visit this summer or you would like to go in the future.
Campers explore the library’s shelves to discover magic, mysticism, and science fiction. They use adjacent playgrounds as settings for the characters and surprise-filled plots they create. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8 to 13. Participants may register at: https://wab.org/youth-programs/summerwrite/
Gingerbread houses are not just for the winter! Come build and decorate our Gingerbread beach house with summer-themes candy.
Utilizing hundreds of photos and dozens of firsthand accounts from the clients and Wright's apprentices, Master Storyteller Timothy Totten weaves together the fascinating story of the design and building of one of America's most famous and treasured houses which almost did not materialize. Timothy Totten is a master storyteller specializing in the life and work of famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Totten has studied the subject for more than 35 years …
Join us as we crochet (or knit)! Don’t know how? We can show you the basics.
Learn to read and write more than your name at this fun, interactive camp! Free and open to the publice; ages 8 and up Snacks will be provided Limited to 10 Students. Registration is required. Call us at 428-8202
The Childrens’ Librarians at the Winton Branch Library are excited to share stories, rhymes, and songs with families this summer at 11am on Fridays. This program is aimed at children between the ages of 3 and 8, although siblings are always welcome. Run to the library located at 611 N Winton Rd for a fantastically fun time. There’s no need to register, so bring along a friend or two. For more information, call the Winton …
Make a coaster of your favorite place to visit this summer or you would like to go in the future.
Campers explore the library’s shelves to discover magic, mysticism, and science fiction. They use adjacent playgrounds as settings for the characters and surprise-filled plots they create. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8 to 13. Participants may register at: https://wab.org/youth-programs/summerwrite/
Make a coaster of your favorite place to visit this summer or you would like to go in the future.
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/
Graphic Novels: The World in Pictures & Words- Writers & Books tuition-free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading and Writing Camps With the library at their fingertips, campers will immerse themselves in graphic novels focused on relevant, inspirational themes. They will learn about storyboarding and more, then tell their own stories and design their own illustrations. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8-13 Please …
For ages 8-13. SummerWrite in the Branches: Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in tuition-free camps held at five library branches. Express the story of who you are! Everyone holds a rich inner-world based on culture, history, and perspective. Together, we’ll unravel the tapestry of our past, explore our greatest wonders, reflect on our journeys through poetry, and weave daydreams into verse. Using Lincoln …
Test your competition skills each day with a different Olympics-themed activity, including a Bean Bag Toss Tournament, Olympics Trivia, an Obstacle Course, and Break Dance Judging!
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 NewAmericansZoom@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.
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 …
For ages 8-13. SummerWrite in the Branches: Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in tuition-free camps held at five library branches. Express the story of who you are! Everyone holds a rich inner-world based on culture, history, and perspective. Together, we’ll unravel the tapestry of our past, explore our greatest wonders, reflect on our journeys through poetry, and weave daydreams into verse. Using Lincoln …
Graphic Novels: The World in Pictures & Words- Writers & Books tuition-free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading and Writing Camps With the library at their fingertips, campers will immerse themselves in graphic novels focused on relevant, inspirational themes. They will learn about storyboarding and more, then tell their own stories and design their own illustrations. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8-13 Please …
Kids and their grownups can join us for story-times every Tuesday at 11:15 am during July 2024 and August 2024!
Drop by to join our D & D club with Mr. Issac and friends! We will learn how to play together. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own if you are already a player.
Test your competition skills each day with a different Olympics-themed activity, including a Bean Bag Toss Tournament, Olympics Trivia, an Obstacle Course, and Break Dance Judging!
Children and families are invited to come meet with the ROCDOG therapy dogs!
Do you have what it takes to survive being stranded on a desert island? You’re stranded on a desert island! Do you have what it takes to survive? Join us at the Winton Branch Library for the Castaway Challenge, led by Scarlett Webb. On Wednesday, July 31, from 11:00am to 12:00pm kids of all ages are invited to flex their survival skills when the children’s room is transformed into a desert island. …
Learn all about the continents and what animals live on them! There will be stickers, maps, crafts, and a special scavenger hunt!
Graphic Novels: The World in Pictures & Words- Writers & Books tuition-free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading and Writing Camps With the library at their fingertips, campers will immerse themselves in graphic novels focused on relevant, inspirational themes. They will learn about storyboarding and more, then tell their own stories and design their own illustrations. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8-13 Please …
For ages 8-13. SummerWrite in the Branches: Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in tuition-free camps held at five library branches. Express the story of who you are! Everyone holds a rich inner-world based on culture, history, and perspective. Together, we’ll unravel the tapestry of our past, explore our greatest wonders, reflect on our journeys through poetry, and weave daydreams into verse. Using Lincoln …
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Come meet some animals with ZooMobile!
Test your competition skills each day with a different Olympics-themed activity, including a Bean Bag Toss Tournament, Olympics Trivia, an Obstacle Course, and Break Dance Judging!
Come on in and beat the summer sun with our weekly storytime! Location: Childrens Room
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 …
Graphic Novels: The World in Pictures & Words- Writers & Books tuition-free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading and Writing Camps With the library at their fingertips, campers will immerse themselves in graphic novels focused on relevant, inspirational themes. They will learn about storyboarding and more, then tell their own stories and design their own illustrations. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8-13 Please …
For ages 8-13. SummerWrite in the Branches: Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in tuition-free camps held at five library branches. Express the story of who you are! Everyone holds a rich inner-world based on culture, history, and perspective. Together, we’ll unravel the tapestry of our past, explore our greatest wonders, reflect on our journeys through poetry, and weave daydreams into verse. Using Lincoln …
We have canvases! We have paint! (Both finger paint and acrylic) Come make a masterpiece with us!
Test your competition skills each day with a different Olympics-themed activity, including a Bean Bag Toss Tournament, Olympics Trivia, an Obstacle Course, and Break Dance Judging!
Join us as we crochet (or knit)! Don’t know how? We can show you the basics.
Join us at Charlotte Beach Friday mornings for some fun in the sun!
The Childrens’ Librarians at the Winton Branch Library are excited to share stories, rhymes, and songs with families this summer at 11am on Fridays. This program is aimed at children between the ages of 3 and 8, although siblings are always welcome. Run to the library located at 611 N Winton Rd for a fantastically fun time. There’s no need to register, so bring along a friend or two. For more information, call the Winton …
Graphic Novels: The World in Pictures & Words- Writers & Books tuition-free SummerWrite in the Branches Reading and Writing Camps With the library at their fingertips, campers will immerse themselves in graphic novels focused on relevant, inspirational themes. They will learn about storyboarding and more, then tell their own stories and design their own illustrations. Space is limited. REGISTRATION with Writers & Books is REQUIRED for this FREE summer camp for children ages 8-13 Please …
For ages 8-13. SummerWrite in the Branches: Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in tuition-free camps held at five library branches. Express the story of who you are! Everyone holds a rich inner-world based on culture, history, and perspective. Together, we’ll unravel the tapestry of our past, explore our greatest wonders, reflect on our journeys through poetry, and weave daydreams into verse. Using Lincoln …
Race in the Lego Pinewood Derby Do you have a need? A need for speed? Then race on down to the Winton library for our Lego pinewood derby! Join us on August 5, 2024 for a high speed and high creativity program led by the Boy Scouts of America. From 12:00pm to 2:00pm kids ages 7 and up can build their own Lego race car and compete against other racers on a pinewood derby racetrack. No registration is …
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/
Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in this tuition free writng camp: This Writers and Books camp runs 1:00pm-4:00pm Afugust 5-August 9, 2024. Do you like fantasy, superhero adventures, sci-fi, animal tales, or realistic problem-solving stories? Then this camp is for you! You will create the kinds of characters and write the sorts of stories you like, and then use poems and dramatic scenes to express your …
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 NewAmericansZoom@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.
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 …
Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in this tuition free writng camp: This Writers and Books camp runs 1:00pm-4:00pm Afugust 5-August 9, 2024. Do you like fantasy, superhero adventures, sci-fi, animal tales, or realistic problem-solving stories? Then this camp is for you! You will create the kinds of characters and write the sorts of stories you like, and then use poems and dramatic scenes to express your …
Kids and their grownups can join us for story-times every Tuesday at 11:15 am during July 2024 and August 2024!
Meet a variety of reptiles and insects up close in this fantastic live-animal program! Sam Hunt presents a family friendly presentation that is both educational and entertaining! Join us for a visit from the Crunchy Zoo!
Drop by to join our D & D club with Mr. Issac and friends! We will learn how to play together. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own if you are already a player.
Move and Groove with Grace & Grins Get on your feet and start dancing because it’s time to move, groove, and have fun! Join us at the Winton Branch Library for a morning of singing, dancing, and puppets too as the Grace & Grins puppet show leads us through a magical musical performance. On Wednesday, August 7 from 11:00am to 12:00pm kids of all ages will sing, dance, and learn about different musical instruments. …
Join us as we celebrate all things Bluey! There will be games, snacks, crafts, a Bluey photo op, and more!
Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in this tuition free writng camp: This Writers and Books camp runs 1:00pm-4:00pm Afugust 5-August 9, 2024. Do you like fantasy, superhero adventures, sci-fi, animal tales, or realistic problem-solving stories? Then this camp is for you! You will create the kinds of characters and write the sorts of stories you like, and then use poems and dramatic scenes to express your …
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/
What will she be cooking up today? Stop by and find out! For all ages.
Make your own living biosphere with Kathleen from Jardin Terrariums. Space limited. Registration required.
Come on in and beat the summer sun with our weekly storytime! Location: Childrens Room
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 …
Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in this tuition free writng camp: This Writers and Books camp runs 1:00pm-4:00pm Afugust 5-August 9, 2024. Do you like fantasy, superhero adventures, sci-fi, animal tales, or realistic problem-solving stories? Then this camp is for you! You will create the kinds of characters and write the sorts of stories you like, and then use poems and dramatic scenes to express your …
Join us as we crochet (or knit)! Don’t know how? We can show you the basics.
The Childrens’ Librarians at the Winton Branch Library are excited to share stories, rhymes, and songs with families this summer at 11am on Fridays. This program is aimed at children between the ages of 3 and 8, although siblings are always welcome. Run to the library located at 611 N Winton Rd for a fantastically fun time. There’s no need to register, so bring along a friend or two. For more information, call the Winton …
Families facing economic challenges are especially encouraged to register their young readers and writers in this tuition free writng camp: This Writers and Books camp runs 1:00pm-4:00pm Afugust 5-August 9, 2024. Do you like fantasy, superhero adventures, sci-fi, animal tales, or realistic problem-solving stories? Then this camp is for you! You will create the kinds of characters and write the sorts of stories you like, and then use poems and dramatic scenes to express your …
Face painting, balloon animals, games, prizes! Join us for out annual end-of-summer-reading party. This is where we will announce the winners of the summer reading contest. Fun for families of all ages.
Navigators from the Literacy Volunteers of Rochester work at the library and provide free on-site, drop-in service to participants who require assistance with technology. The navigators are nimble, adjusting quickly to the needs of individual participants no matter what that might require. Navigators assist participants with a range of needs, from learning a new computer skill to completing an important computer-related task. https://literacyrochester.org/digital-literacy-sites-schedules/
Come celebrate your summer reading achievments with games and prizes! Location: Childrens Room
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 NewAmericansZoom@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.
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 …
Join us for a special craft time. We will be making our own bubbles and rain sticks! Supplies included. Location: Childrens Room
Kids and their grownups can join us for story-times every Tuesday at 11:15 am during July 2024 and August 2024!
Drop by to join our D & D club with Mr. Issac and friends! We will learn how to play together. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own if you are already a player.
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