Category Archives: Programs and Events for Adults

THIS MONTH (8/27/25) – American Red Cross Blood Drive

The Town of Irondequoit and the American Red Cross will be hosting a Blood Drive at the Irondequoit Library on Wednesday, August 27, from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. To schedule an appointment to give blood, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and search for Sponsor Code IrondequoitCommunity. If you are an eligible type O, B Negative, or […]

Classic Book Discussion Group Will Read Octavia Butler’s “Kindred” in August 2025

All the way back in 2003, Octavia Butler’s Kindred became one of the first books chosen for the countywide Rochester Reads program. Thousands of Monroe County residents read the novel and many got the chance to hear Butler speak at several presentations throughout the county. Whether you participated back then, or are picking it up […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (8/6/25) – Tales and Tunes With Flutist Jaclyn Breeze

Join us at the library on Wednesday, August 6, at 10:30 AM for Tales and Tunes, a flute concert and storytelling experience, with local musician and composer Jaclyn Breeze! We’ll start by traveling to Ireland to hear a story about how a girl brought luck to her country and an Irish folk tune to accompany […]

NEXT TUESDAY (8/5/25) – Gather and Game with Game Night Rochester

Find your next favorite game at the Irondequoit Library during Gather and Game with Game Night Rochester on Tuesday, August 5, from 6:30 PM until 8:00 PM. From board games to card games and more, Game Night Rochester will bring their collection of tabletop games to the library and match you with the perfect game! […]

NEXT TUESDAY (8/5/25) – RPO Instrument Petting Zoo

Join us at the library for a fun and hands-on musical experience with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra’s Instrument Petting Zoo on Tuesday, August 5, from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Children and families are invited to drop in and try out a variety of percussion instruments at their own pace. With the assistance of RPO […]

THIS SATURDAY (8/2/25) – Turning 65 and Medicare

A representative from T65 & Beyond will be available at the library on Saturday, August 2, at 10:30 AM to discuss Turning 65 and Medicare. Turning 65 is the easy part! Come to this educational seminar and learn all about Medicare… — Who needs to apply — When and how to apply — And how […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/30/25) – Demystify the Civil Service Merit System: Presentation

Meet and talk with members of the New York State Department of Civil Service about navigating the NYS Civil Service Merit System during a Presentation for Demystifying the Civil Service System on Wednesday, July 30, at 5:00 PM. No registration is necessary, so feel free to join us if you can. Gain valuable insight into the different […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/30/25) – Demystify the Civil Service Merit System: Outreach

Meet and talk with members of the New York State Department of Civil Service about navigating the NYS Civil Service Merit System during an Outreach event for Demystifying the Civil Service System on Wednesday, July 30, from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Gain valuable insight into the different kinds of agencies, review the exam process, […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/30/25) – Fear with Cris Johnson

What are you afraid of? Professional magician Cris Johnson returns to the library on Wednesday, July 30, at 6:00 PM, for his spookiest show yet. Fear with Cris Johnson will introduce our audience to different fears and phobias. Some people are scared of spiders (arachnophobia) or snakes (ophidiophobia) or clowns (coulrophobia)… while others are scared of other […]

NEXT MONDAY (7/28/25) – Puzzle Swap

Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle! Our first community Puzzle Swap was such a hit that we’re planning to do it again on Monday, July 28, at 6:30 PM. Unload the old jigsaw puzzles you’ve already completed and find a new one for you and your family to enjoy. Please bring used puzzles in good […]