Category Archives: What’s Happening at the Library

Introducing ProQuest Historical Newspapers: New York Collection

We’re making some changes to our digital newspaper database! Thanks to continued support from the Irondequoit Library Foundation, the library is now subscribed to ProQuest Historical Newspapers: New York Collection, which offers access to the archives of eight newspapers from throughout New York State from the 1700s up through the current month. — Rochester – […]

Community Reflections at IPL – Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2024

The Irondequoit Public Library’s Community Reflections project amplifies diverse voices in our community through programs and book displays. This month, we’re highlighting Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with several special programs and a selection of books hand-picked by our librarians. PROGRAMS Ikebana Flower Arranging Tuesday, May 14, at 6:00 PM Would you like […]

Our Seed Library is Open for Spring 2024 Planting

Spring is in the air and we’re excited to share that our Seed Library is now open for the season! You can find our Seed Library on the second floor (next to the Maker’s Lab) and we’ve got an excellent selection of vegetables and ornamental flowers currently available, including beans, beets, bell peppers, eggplant, lettuce, […]

Automatic Renewal of Library Materials Begins May 1, 2024

Starting in May of 2024, the Irondequoit Library and all other libraries in the Monroe County Library System introduced Automatic Renewals. Now, eligible items will automatically renew with a courtesy notice sent via email to let you know which items you have checked out have been renewed. Below is additional information about Automatic Renewal. What […]

THIS MONTH (5/1/24 – 6/1/24) – Lollypop Farm Supply Drive by a Local Eagle Scout Candidate

A local Eagle Scout candidate, Lilah Sperandio-Arsenault, has organized a Supply Drive for Lollypop Farm and we’re happy to announce the Irondequoit Library is one of the drop-off locations. Supplies will be collected in a box in front of the Children’s Room between Wednesday, May 1, and Saturday, June 1. Lollypop Farm currently needs dry […]

REDUCED HOURS: May 3, 2024

Due to a series of planned all-staff meetings, the Irondequoit Library will have reduced operating hours on the first Friday of each month in 2024. The library will be open from 12:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Friday, May 3. We apologize for any inconvenience.

LIBRARY CLOSED: April 8, 2024

The Irondequoit Public Library will be CLOSED on Monday, April 8. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, April 9. And don’t forget, the Total Solar Eclipse will begin at 3:20 PM and last for three minutes and 38 seconds of complete totality. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime event! More information about the eclipse can be found at RochesterEclipse2024.org.

REDUCED HOURS: April 5, 2024

Due to a series of planned all-staff meetings, the Irondequoit Library will have reduced operating hours on the first Friday of each month in 2024. The library will be open from 12:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Friday, April 5. We apologize for any inconvenience.

LIBRARY CLOSED: 3/30/24 + 3/31/24

The Irondequoit Public Library will be CLOSED on Saturday, March 30 and Sunday, March 31. Regular hours will resume on Monday, April 1.

Community Reflections at IPL – Women’s History Month 2024

The Irondequoit Public Library’s Community Reflections project amplifies diverse voices in our community through programs and book displays. This month, we’re highlighting Women’s History with three special programs and a selection of books hand-picked by our librarians. PROGRAMS Women’s History Month Storytime! Wednesday, March 20, at 10:30 AM Join Ms. Sarah and Miss Amy for […]