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 |
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.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
A story time for children and their caregivers ages 5 and under. Hear stories, sing songs, make crafts and learn a whole lot along the way. (If we see a steady growth in participants we will add story times to fit more specific age groups and help our children grow.)
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
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.
Join Ms. Cathy for stories, songs, and activities!
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
*Subject to librarian availability*
Never tried Knitting or Crocheting? Join us and learn! Join us every Tuesday at 4pm in the crafting room downstairs. Whether you are just starting out, or expert we invite everyone.
Teens age 13-17 come celebrate Nutrition Awaareness month with the storybook cook. Hands on with the the Storybook cook lets whip up a nutritious healthy meal.
Do you like dancing? Do you like K-Pop? Do you want to learn something new? Do you just want to find a fun way to get some exercise? Then come to the Dancing Club! This is a casual club where on lessons days we spend the first half of the meeting following tutorials on how to dance the chorus choreography to the song of the day. Then the second half is free dance time …
Read a folktale and make a craft!
See and hear about the Spring activity among Rochester's beautiful birds with Richard Ashworth. Richard Ashworth is a Past President of the Rochester Birding Association. He has been an active birder for more than fifty years, both in his native England and in the U.S.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
Come join the stories, songs, and silliness, of Mr. Matthew! Fun for all ages.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
*Subject to librarian availability*
Roll up your sleeves as you’re going to get wet! Make your own paper in any color and thickness, adorned with flowers, beads, ribbons, even insects.Your new dry sheet of paper can be used for scrapbooking, bookmaking, drawing or any other artistic treatment. Registration Required Supplied by students: cookie sheets/cutting boards or another surface on which to transport home wet paper.
Join us for a variety of book discussions, from light hearted to serious titles. Come and pick the book up the first Wednesday of the month. This month we will be discussing "The Wedding Date" by Jasmine Guillory. Agreeing to go to a wedding with a guy she gets stuck with in an elevator is something Alexa Monroe wouldn't normally do. But there's something about Drew Nichols that's too hard …
Read a folktale and make a craft!
Celebrate Mr. Rogers! Chalk Positive Thoughts and Clean Garbage Around Wheatley! Pick up your solar eclipse glasses at the end of the program.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
Join Ms. Shalis for stories, songs, and activities!
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Play a few rounds of Bingo with us for a chance to win a book!
Local businesses will be at the library helping people learn about and apply for all sort of positions. In addition to jobs especially suited for teens, there will opportunities that will appeal to adults as well!
Join us for popcorn and a movie!
Be ready for the upcoming Solar Eclipse with your very own eclipse viewer. There will be lots of decoration materials to choose from.
Come share your love of knitting and crocheting with a lively group of people!
A weekly club designed for you to meet new friends and learn new table top games. We will work to accomodate all ages and skill levels.
What’s that in the sky? It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s Comic Club! Kids 9 and up can gather to meet other comic lovers. Supplies and snacks will be provided. Registration is not required; all you need is a love of comics, and a desire to share that love with others! For more information, visit the Winton Branch Library on 611 N Winton Rd, …
Read a folktale and make a craft!
Join us every Thursday at 430pm in the crafting room downstairs. Whether you are just starting out, or expert we invite everyone. Never tried Knitting or Crocheting? Join us and learn!
For teens and adults Are you interested in writing? Want help figuring out where to start? Have you been writing for years and need help taking the next step? Do you want to know more about how to write short stories, poetry, non-fiction, longer novels, and or lyrics? Come to our Creative Writing Program and; Share your ideas Ask for advice and opinions. Enjoy an open safe place. Run by a creative writing graduate.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
The Monroe County Department of Health will be setting up a table at Lyell Branch to distrubute information and materials regarding naloxone, also called Narcan — a life-saving emergency nasal spray that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose within minutes.
Kids! Put on your bunny ears and join us for an Easter Egg Hunt! The hunt will begin at noon and continue while supplies last.
The Adult Book Club will be discussing the book The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Kick off the weekend with a movie at the library!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Come and play with our new Nintendo Switch! We have MarioKart, Just Dance, Smash Bros and more!
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
Eclipse Ambassadors from Grupo Cultural Latinos en Rochester & City Twirlers will bring their telescope and show us how it works. We will take it outside and practice using it, weather permitting. Learn about viewing the eclipse safely and receive a pair of eclipse glasses.
Join Ms. Jen for a preschool story time. We will have fun with books, music and movement! For ages 3-5.
The Dungeons & Dragons clube will meet in the Teen Space.
Join NASA Solar System Ambasssador Jim Porter to discover the exciting, once in a lifetime opportunity that awaits us in April 2024. Free and open to the public. All ages are welcome. For more information call 585-428-8216 to register. Particpants will each receive 1 pair of eclipse glasses following the presentation.
Come make your very own Air Plant Terrarium with Prismatic Gardens. All materials will be provided. Space is limited to 12 participants. Registration is required. Please call The Lincoln Library to register. 585-428-8210
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
Join Ms. Rosa for storytimes every Monday at 11:00am in the Green Room. There will be storytime, songs, music and play. Ages 1-4 Babies are welcomed too.
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
*Subject to librarian availability*
Create a new or updated resume with help from Ms. Katy and learn about summer job opportunities.
For age 8 up to adults. Gather with people who share your interests and try new things! Whether it’s reading manga, watching anime, enjoying Japanese snacks, or cosplaying! We spend most of our meetings watching anime and discussing it, but we also have lessons on aspects of anime/ manga culture, manga reading contests with prizes, classes about different Asian cultures, how to cosplay lessons, and more.
Can you beat Miss Alex?
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
Join Ms. Shalis for stories, songs, and activites!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
*Subject to librarian availability*
Do you like dancing? Do you like K-Pop? Do you want to learn something new? Do you just want to find a fun way to get some exercise? Then come to the Dancing Club! This is a casual club where on lessons days we spend the first half of the meeting following tutorials on how to dance the chorus choreography to the song of the day. Then the second half is free dance time …
Never tried Knitting or Crocheting? Join us and learn! Join us every Tuesday at 4pm in the crafting room downstairs. Whether you are just starting out, or expert we invite everyone.
On April 8, 2024 the sun and moon will once again align for a total solar eclipse in Rochester NY, the first in over 100 years. The last eclipse seen here in 2017 appeared as a partial eclipse here but this time we will see the main event as the track of totality passes right over the city. Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Jim Porter to discover the exciting, once in a lifetime opportunity that awaits us in …
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
Come join the stories, songs, and silliness, of Mr. Matthew! Fun for all ages.
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
*Subject to librarian availability*
Read a story to a dog! Bring your own book or read one of ours. Book loving dogs from the RocDog visit the Arnett Branch Library on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Reading to calm, trained dogs who love to listen is a great way for kids to build confidence reading out loud. This program is for kids 12 and under. For more information, please call 428-8214 or stop by the Arnett Branch Library.
How is a play put on stage? Learn about the world of theater and the different elements involved!
Come create delicious snacks based on the upcoming Total Eclipse. Space is limited to 25. Please call The Lincoln Library at 585-428-8210 to register.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
Join Ms. Shalis for stories, songs, and activities!
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
*Subject to librarian availability*
Come share your love of knitting and crocheting with a lively group of people!
A weekly club designed for you to meet new friends and learn new table top games. We will work to accomodate all ages and skill levels.
Join us every Thursday at 430pm in the crafting room downstairs. Whether you are just starting out, or expert we invite everyone. Never tried Knitting or Crocheting? Join us and learn!
For teens and adults Are you interested in writing? Want help figuring out where to start? Have you been writing for years and need help taking the next step? Do you want to know more about how to write short stories, poetry, non-fiction, longer novels, and or lyrics? Come to our Creative Writing Program and; Share your ideas Ask for advice and opinions. Enjoy an open safe place. Run by a creative writing graduate.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
Registration required. Each bag will include: · Mug · Nail polish · Toothpick Bags are ready for pickup upon registration. *All kits will get a different color of nail polish. Sealant not included*
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Kick off the weekend with a movie at the library!
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Come and play with our new Nintendo Switch! We have MarioKart, Just Dance, Smash Bros and more!
In celebration of the Total Solar Eclipse, make your own light-up planet! Turn a ping-pong ball and a tea candle into a beautiful work of art in this craft program with a space theme. We provide the supplies and you bring the imagination! For families and tweens and teens.
Read any book of the female authors in honor of National Women’s History Month in 2024 and participate in a trivia by matching author with the title of the book.
March is Women’s History Month. Join us in celebrating by attending a film screening and discussion of “Queen Katwe” (2017), rated PG.
Enjoy the company of other adults and put together a jigsaw puzzle on our new puzzle board. When one puzzle is done, we will give you a new one! Puzzles are then added to our collection and can be borrowed.
Come learn about the Medicare Savings Program where you could reduce or eliminate Medicare Part B cost. Review EPIC's potential prescription drug cost savings along with any general medicare information when you're approaching or currently Medicare eligible.
If kids can get a library staff member to laugh or smile by telling a joke on this silly day, they will win a prize. We have lot of joke books for kids on hand that they can use for inspiration!
Join Ms. Rosa for storytimes every Monday at 11:00am in the Green Room. There will be storytime, songs, music and play. Ages 1-4 Babies are welcomed too.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
For age 8 up to adults. Gather with people who share your interests and try new things! Whether it’s reading manga, watching anime, enjoying Japanese snacks, or cosplaying! We spend most of our meetings watching anime and discussing it, but we also have lessons on aspects of anime/ manga culture, manga reading contests with prizes, classes about different Asian cultures, how to cosplay lessons, and more.
Tax specialist Jackie Meyers will be on site answering tax questions on filing your taxes.
A story time for children and their caregivers ages 5 and under. Hear stories, sing songs, make crafts and learn a whole lot along the way. (If we see a steady growth in participants we will add story times to fit more specific age groups and help our children grow.)
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Do you like dancing? Do you like K-Pop? Do you want to learn something new? Do you just want to find a fun way to get some exercise? Then come to the Dancing Club! This is a casual club where on lessons days we spend the first half of the meeting following tutorials on how to dance the chorus choreography to the song of the day. Then the second half is free dance time …
Come join the stories, songs, and silliness, of Mr. Matthew! Fun for all ages.
Make some new friends at the Winton branch library! They’re creepy, crawly, and slimy too! We’re talking of course about axolotls! They will be visiting Winton on Wednesday, April 3rd from 11:30am-12:00pm as part of Crunchy Sam’s Reptile and invertebrate show. With the help of reptile expert Sam Hunt, we’ll learn all about snakes, lizards, and axolotls too as Sam introduces us to all his remarkable …
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
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 …
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
A weekly club designed for you to meet new friends and learn new table top games. We will work to accomodate all ages and skill levels.
Come share your love of knitting and crocheting with a lively group of people!
Join us every Thursday at 430pm in the crafting room downstairs. Whether you are just starting out, or expert we invite everyone. Never tried Knitting or Crocheting? Join us and learn!
For teens and adults Are you interested in writing? Want help figuring out where to start? Have you been writing for years and need help taking the next step? Do you want to know more about how to write short stories, poetry, non-fiction, longer novels, and or lyrics? Come to our Creative Writing Program and; Share your ideas Ask for advice and opinions. Enjoy an open safe place. Run by a creative writing graduate.
Kick off the weekend with a movie at the library!
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Come and play with our new Nintendo Switch! We have MarioKart, Just Dance, Smash Bros and more!
Registration required. Help build a community quilt that will be on display at QuiltFest @ RIT, a traveling fiber arts exhibit. Participants will get tickets to the exhibit. This event is for children, teens and parents/guardians/grandparents. Help build the quilt! No experience necessary.
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. Babies and parents will enjoy playing with sounds and rhymes. There will be bounces, rhymes, shakers, and lots of fun! While we offer this program every …
Just two days before the eclipse, come create some space themed coloring and listen to music created for planetariums, by Rochester composer Cary Ratcliff. In the Charlotte Branch Library Community Room located in our basement from 12pm to 1:30pm. Each participant will recieve one pair of eclipse glasses during the program. This program is all ages. Registration is required. Please call 585-428-8216. We will also be raffling off various items for families …
Dungeons & Dragons will meet in the Teen Space
Join us as we watch the Eclipse and make some basic crafts to recognize the day. There will be things to do for all ages.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
For age 8 up to adults. Gather with people who share your interests and try new things! Whether it’s reading manga, watching anime, enjoying Japanese snacks, or cosplaying! We spend most of our meetings watching anime and discussing it, but we also have lessons on aspects of anime/ manga culture, manga reading contests with prizes, classes about different Asian cultures, how to cosplay lessons, and more.
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Do you like dancing? Do you like K-Pop? Do you want to learn something new? Do you just want to find a fun way to get some exercise? Then come to the Dancing Club! This is a casual club where on lessons days we spend the first half of the meeting following tutorials on how to dance the chorus choreography to the song of the day. Then the second half is free dance time …
Come join the stories, songs, and silliness, of Mr. Matthew! Fun for all ages.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
For National Poetry Month, join poet Kathleen Wakefield in a workshop for would-be poets as well as those looking for new ways to get their writing going. No credentials needed! We’ll read some poems as springboards for inspiration and try out some playful “exercises” to stir up the poems inside us. Kathleen Wakefield is the author of several books of poetry, including Notations on the Visible …
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
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 …
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Come share your love of knitting and crocheting with a lively group of people!
A weekly club designed for you to meet new friends and learn new table top games. We will work to accomodate all ages and skill levels.
Join us every Thursday at 430pm in the crafting room downstairs. Whether you are just starting out, or expert we invite everyone. Never tried Knitting or Crocheting? Join us and learn!
For teens and adults Are you interested in writing? Want help figuring out where to start? Have you been writing for years and need help taking the next step? Do you want to know more about how to write short stories, poetry, non-fiction, longer novels, and or lyrics? Come to our Creative Writing Program and; Share your ideas Ask for advice and opinions. Enjoy an open safe place. Run by a creative writing graduate.
Kick off the weekend with a movie at the library!
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Come and play with our new Nintendo Switch! We have MarioKart, Just Dance, Smash Bros and more!
Have you dreamed of caring for a hive of bees that would pollinate your garden and make delicious honey? Let Lisa Barker and Kira Avery of Solidago Apiaries teach you about what is involved in becoming a backyard beekeeper. There will be no actual honeybees at this program, just lots of information to get you started on your beekeeping journey. Some of you may remember Lisa Barker as the beekeeper who saved …
Come learn about the Medicare Savings Program where you could reduce or eliminate Medicare Part B cost. Review EPIC's potential prescription drug cost savings along with any general medicare information when you're approaching or currently Medicare eligible.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
For age 8 up to adults. Gather with people who share your interests and try new things! Whether it’s reading manga, watching anime, enjoying Japanese snacks, or cosplaying! We spend most of our meetings watching anime and discussing it, but we also have lessons on aspects of anime/ manga culture, manga reading contests with prizes, classes about different Asian cultures, how to cosplay lessons, and more.
A story time for children and their caregivers ages 5 and under. Hear stories, sing songs, make crafts and learn a whole lot along the way. (If we see a steady growth in participants we will add story times to fit more specific age groups and help our children grow.)
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 ready to learn to read. In Rhyme Time, which will take place at the Winton Branch Library, located at 611 N. Winton Rd on Tuesdays and …
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Do you like dancing? Do you like K-Pop? Do you want to learn something new? Do you just want to find a fun way to get some exercise? Then come to the Dancing Club! This is a casual club where on lessons days we spend the first half of the meeting following tutorials on how to dance the chorus choreography to the song of the day. Then the second half is free dance time …
The New Horizons Saxophone Ensemble of the Eastman Community Music School will be entertaining us with uplifting and beautiful music that ranges from classical to pop. No registration required for this free event.
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.
Come join the stories, songs, and silliness, of Mr. Matthew! Fun for all ages.
Will we play a board game? Make a craft? Go on a scavenger hunt? Drop by after school to join the fun. For kids of all ages!
Join us for a variety of book discussions, from light hearted to serious titles. Come and pick the book up the first Wednesday of the month. This month we will be reading "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker. The Color Purple depicts the lives of African American women in early-twentieth-century rural Georgia. Separated as girls, sisters Celie and Nettie sustain their loyalty to and hope in each other across time, distance, and silence. …
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