Omar El Akkad won the National Book Award in 2025 for One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This. In April, the Iron Book Discussion Group will read and discuss his 2021 novel, What Strange Paradise. ***** BOOK DESCRIPTION More bodies have washed up on the shores of a small island. Another overfilled, ill-equipped, dilapidated […]
Calling all local writers, the next meeting of the IPL Adult Writing Group will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 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 […]
Special memories need a special frame, so that’s why you need a Painted Rock Photo Holder! This simple craft will hold all your special moments, and you can make one during our next Maker Monday workshop on Monday, March 23, at 4:00 PM. This workshop is open to crafters of all ages, and if you’d like […]
Join the Alliance Francaise Rochester at the library for a free event to learn more about the French language around the world during International Francophonie Day on Sunday, March 22, at 1:15 PM. Let’s speak French by having fun and playing games! This celebration is open to anyone, though preferably those who know a little French, […]
Our friends from Literacy Rochester will join us on Saturday, March 21, at 10:30 AM, for their next Digital Literacy Workshop. Thinking about getting rid of cable? Cut the Cord will teach attendees all about how to “cut the cord” and switch to streaming services. This workshop will cover popular platforms, required devices, and tips for saving […]
Christy Simons will present Travelogue: Barcelona at the library on Thursday, March 19. The grand city of Barcelona has something to offer everyone. Gorgeous architecture, a rich historical old town, the world’s best tapas, and beautiful Catalan music. This travelogue will take you through this breathtaking region with pictures and music. Travelogue: Barcelona will be […]
The Erie Canal revolutionized Upstate New York, bringing new ideas, people, and industries to the region, as well as sparking a firestorm of change. To celebrate Women’s History Month, an educator from the Erie Canal Museum will be joining us at the library to talk about the history of the Erie Canal and its role […]
Pi Day is held every year on March 14th, but we’re excited to Celebrate Pi Day at the library on Friday, March 13, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, with a fun pop-up event in partnership with the Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC). Families and students are invited to stop by and explore hands-on […]
One of our favorite annual traditions is the St. Patrick’s Day Performance, and this year we’re welcoming students from the Rochester Academy of Irish Dance! This year’s Irish Dance performance will be held on Sunday, March 15, at 2:00 PM. If you don’t know about the Rochester Academy of Irish Dance, you can learn more […]
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, March 17, at 6:30 PM. Unload those old jigsaw puzzles or board games you’re done with and find a new one for you and […]
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