Category Archives: Programs and Events for Adults

THIS FRIDAY (4/24/26) – The Beginner’s Mind Circle

The Beginner’s Mind Circle offers older adults an hour to hear and share stories and reflections about the times and world that shaped us, as well as the times and world we find ourselves living in today. This is a unique opportunity to understand our common experiences and feelings. Join facilitator Jill Pavone at the library […]

THIS SUNDAY (4/26/26) – National Kidney Foundation: Becoming a Living Donor

👥 Every kidney transplant starts with someone willing to learn more. Join us for a FREE, beginner friendly community program: Becoming a Living Donor Sunday, April 26 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM Irondequoit Public Library 🧡 Register Here: National Kidney Foundation’s website During this program, you will: — Learn what living kidney donation involves — […]

The Iron Book Group Will Read Michiko Aoyama’s “What You Are Looking For Is in the Library” in May 2026

Maybe we’re biased, but we like to think libraries are pretty special. Michiko Aoyama had the same thought when she wrote What You Are Looking For Is in the Library, a short story collection that was included in Time Magazine’s list of The 100 Must-Read Books in 2023. The Iron Book Discussion Group will read and […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (4/22/26) – IPL Adult Writing Group

Calling all local writers, the next meeting of the IPL Adult Writing Group will be held on Wednesday, April 22, at 3:00 PM. Stories, blogging, essays, memoirs, poetry… writing can take multiple forms. But if you enjoy writing and you’re interested in giving and receiving feedback from fellow writers, please join the library’s Adult Writing Group. If […]

NEXT TUESDAY (4/21/26) – Have Apps Will Travel

Are you planning a trip or a Summer getaway? Before you go, join technology instructor Daniel Jones at the Irondequoit Library on Tuesday, April 21, at 6:00 PM to learn about travel-related apps that’ll help make your plans easier and more efficient. Have Apps Will Travel With Daniel Jones will include all the information you […]

NEXT TUESDAY (4/21/26) – 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, April 21, 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! Instructors from the […]

NEXT TUESDAY (4/21/26) – Puzzle and Game Swap

Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle… and board games too! Our monthly community Puzzle and Game Swap is expanding its scope in 2026, and our next one will be held on Tuesday, April 21, at 6:30 PM. Unload those old jigsaw puzzles or board games you’re done with and find a new one for you and […]

NEXT MONDAY (4/20/26) – Maker Mondays: Hummingbird Perch

Craft a Hummingbird Perch, a fine spot for a feathered friend, during our next Maker Monday workshop on Monday, April 20, at 4:00 PM. This workshop is open to crafters of all ages, and if you’d like to attend, please register now through our Event Calendar. Supplies may be limited.

NEXT MONDAY (4/20/26) – Community Connection Circle

Please join us at the library for a community building circle with the Community Connection Circle! We are social beings that not only need connection — we thrive and are more resilient when community bonds are nurtured and strengthened. The circle structure, where each person has an opportunity to speak, in turn, without interruption, creates a […]

NEXT THURSDAY (4/16/26) – Travelogue: Yellowstone

Dan Reardon will share his next Travelogue, all about Yellowstone, at the library on Thursday, April 16, at 7:00 PM. Yellowstone National Park is America’s oldest and grandest National Park. Imagine visiting a park that spans more than 3,000 square miles (that’s bigger than Rhode Island and Delaware combined). Vicariously visit the many beautiful regions […]