Did you know that one out of every 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy? Epilepsy is an invisible condition with an unpredictable nature. Do you know what to do if someone has a seizure? Michael Radell, of Empowering People’s Independence New York, will join us at the library on Wednesday, May 6, at 3:00 […]
Barbara Ehrenreich’s Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America is just as important today as it was when it was first published 25 years ago. Her undercover investigation into the realities of working a minimum wage job was named one of the “Best Books of the 21st Century” by both The New York Times […]
Join us for an evening of music celebrating the Erie Canal! After performing in and around Rochester for over 55 years with an arsenal of acoustic instruments, Allen Hopkins is an elder statesman of the local folk music scene. He’ll play bluegrass, blues, Celtic, klezmer, and other varieties of roots music wherever he can find […]
Chair Yoga is a 45-minute yoga class with instructor Kasia Pelepko that’s geared toward those who may be experiencing limited mobility. We’ll explore a variety of mobility exercises and yoga postures, mostly while seated in a chair, and we’ll cultivate building presence and flexibility in mind and body. Kasia Pelepko is a Rochester-based yoga teacher who […]
Daphne Morrissey, a CPT at Onebody Fitness and Nutrition, will join us at the library on Tuesday, May 5, at 6:30 PM, for a seminar on nutrition. Nutrition advice is often extreme and confusing, but Back to the Body: A Practical Guide to Nutrition will bring clarity by focusing on how your body digests, absorbs, […]
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with the library this May for an Ikebana Show and Demonstration on Saturday, May 30, from 10:30 AM until 4:00 PM. Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging, and Ikebana International is a non-profit cultural organization whose objective is to stimulate and perpetuate the study of […]
Adults interested in yoga can give it a try during Embodied Movement: Adult Yoga on Monday, May 4, at 4:30 PM. This 45-minute class is a gentle invitation to reconnect with your body and breathe. Through meditation and gentle movement, we’ll create a nurturing space for the nervous system. Herbal tea will be offered (please bring […]
Do you want to help create a more accessible community with a greater variety of housing options in Irondequoit? Join us at the library on Thursday, April 30, at 5:30 PM, for Build a Better Rochester: Workshop on Advocating for Inclusive Housing, a free workshop on public advocacy for more inclusive and attainable housing! This […]
Come and enjoy a charming evening with Rie Maywar and her matcha friends, Nanako and Raven, as they celebrate the rich flavors and culture of Japan. Explore Japanese Matcha Culture: The Art of Tea – Matcha Tasting and Demonstration will be held at the library on Thursday, May 28, at 6:00 PM. Discover the Art […]
We’ll be exploring the art of Creative Paper Weaving during our next Maker Monday workshop on Monday, April 27, at 4:00 PM. This workshop is designed for adults, and if you’d like to attend, please register now through our Event Calendar. Supplies may be limited.
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