Category Archives: Programs and Events for Kids

Irondequoit Public Library’s Little Free Library Scavenger Hunt

Have you visited any of the Little Free Libraries in Irondequoit? If not, here’s your chance, as we’re hosting a Little Free Library Scavenger Hunt now through September 16! There are 14 pages from the book Little Libraries, Big Heroes hidden at Little Free Libraries around Irondequoit! You can complete the scavenger hunt by finding […]

NEXT TUESDAY (7/19/22): Storytime With Mother Bruce!

Bruce is a grumpy bear, and he doesn’t become any happier when a gaggle of goslings think he’s their mother in Ryan Higgins’s Mother Bruce. But no one can be grumpy at the library (hopefully) and you’ll get a chance to meet Bruce on Tuesday, July 19,  at 10:30 AM for Storytime With Mother Bruce! […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/13/22): Storytime With the Red Wings

The Irondequoit Library isn’t the only local organization celebrating a big anniversary this year. Did you know the Rochester Red Wings first began playing in the International League in 1912? Believe it not, the team is even older than that. In fact, they’re the oldest continuously-operating team in all of Minor League Baseball. The team […]

NEXT MONDAY (7/11/22): Summer STEAM Session With Miss Sarah

Our first Summer STEAM Session with Miss Sarah is happening on Monday, July 11, at 3:00 PM Build, create, invent, experiment, and more with a new hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) project for students entering Grades 1-4 this Fall. Registration is required for the Summer STEAM Session, and you can get signed up through […]

NEXT MONDAY (7/11/22): African Drumming and Stories

Join us on Monday, July 11, at 10:30AM for African Drumming and Stories with Mayukwa Kashiwa of Building Families First. Celebrate the world in this children’s program as he shares his knowledge of African drums and culture. Weather permitting, African Drumming and Stories will be held outside. But please register through our Event Calendar with […]

2022 Summer Reading Program Starts Today

The Irondequoit Public Library’s 2022 Summer Reading Program for Kids, Teens, and Adults kicks off today! Everyone will be able to participate in the program from Friday, July 1, through Wednesday, August 31. Did you know that the library is commemorating its 75th Anniversary in 2022? It’s true! That’s why this year’s Summer Reading theme […]

NEXT THURSDAY (6/30/22): Summer of 75 Celebration

Celebrate the start of Summer Reading and the library’s 75th anniversary with the Summer of 75 Celebration on Thursday, June 30, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM. We’ll have lots of fun activities and giveaways for kids and families, including giant lawn games, crafts, and even a clown! Ice cream will be provided by I-Scream, You […]

NEXT THURSDAY (6/30/22): Birds, Books, and Bottles!

The Girl Scouts of Troop 60287 will join us on Thursday, June 30, at 6:30 PM for Birds, Books, and Bottles! This fun and educational program will teach kids in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade about the importance of repurposing materials to keep our community clean by making a bird feeder out of recycled materials. Registration […]

NEXT TUESDAY (6/28/22): Mermaid Storytime With Katfish Mermaid

Join Mr. Matt, Miss Amy, and Katfish Mermaid for a special Mermaid Storytime on Tuesday, June 28, at 10:30 AM. After the storytime, families are welcome to stay and take pictures with our special mermaid guest! Mermaid Storytime is designed for all ages and will be held outside if the weather is good. Registration is […]

NEXT WEDNESDAY (6/22/22): Storytime With Officer Lawton

Officer Lawton, the Irondequoit Police Department’s Community Engagement Officer, will join us for stories and songs at the library on Wednesday, June 22, at 10:30 AM. If the weather is nice, we’ll meet outside on the Library Lawn! Storytime With Officer Lawton is designed for children 2-5 to attend with their caregiver.