Category Archives: What’s Happening at the Library

Irondequoit Library Will Be Closed for Columbus Day This Monday (10/10/16)

In observance of Columbus Day, the Irondequoit Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 10. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, October 11.

Come Experience PoetryMusic Tonight at the Library (10/6/16)

src=”http://www.irondequoitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/poetrymusic.jpg” alt=”poetrymusic” width=”300″ height=”240″ class=”aligncenter size-full wp-image-13109″ /> PoetryMusic will be performing a unique concert that combines visual images, poetry, and music tonight at the Irondequoit Public Library. The band combines cello, vibes, percussion, and vocals to produce their signature sound. This “All Ages” show begins at 7:00 PM and we hope to see you […]

Star Wars Reads Day is This Friday (10/7/16)

You don’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to enjoy Star Wars. Come and join us on Friday, October 7, from 4:30 to 5:30 PM for Star Wars-themed games and crafts. Follow “The Path of the Jedi” to earn a special prize. The Path of the Jedi Stop by the Training HQ […]

Did You Know It’s Banned Books Week (9/25/16 – 10/3/16)?

“Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries. More than 11,300 books have been challenged since 1982 according to the American Library Association.” Have you read a “Banned Book” lately? The theme of this year’s event is “Celebrating […]

New Books at the Irondequoit Library: August/September 2016

Have you seen the latest book from James Patterson, Bill O’Reilly, or Debbie Macomber? We’ve got them on the shelves right now, along with a handful of other new books we’ve added during the last two months. Give us a call anytime at 336-6060 or click the links below to get on the hold list […]

Irondequoit Library Mugs and Tote Bags Are Now On Sale

src=”http://www.irondequoitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/toteandmug.jpg” alt=”toteandmug” width=”490″ height=”425″ class=”aligncenter size-full wp-image-13063″ /> Show off your style and purchase an Irondequoit Public Library Tote Bag ($9.00 + tax) and Mug ($7.00 + tax) today! The Tote Bags have three open pouches on the front and a zippered pocket on top. The mugs are white with the library’s logo. Both can […]

New DVDs and Blu-rays: September 2016

Have you had time to browse all the new DVDs and Blu-rays we have on our shelves including Captain America: Civil War, American Crime Story: The People V O.J. Simpson, The Jungle Book, and more? Click the “Read More” link to check out the full list and feel free to call us anytime at 336-6060 […]

Four Shillings Short Will Play “Around the World in 30 Instruments” This Tuesday (9/27/16)

Four Shillings Short performs music rooted in Celtic and Americana Folk inspired by Indian Raga and Ethnic Idioms. Please join us for this diverse and and inventive adventure in Traditional Music on Tuesday, September 27, at 6:30 PM.

Thank You to Everyone Who Took Our Survey

src=”http://www.irondequoitlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/thankyou.jpg” alt=”thankyou” width=”490″ height=”252″ class=”aligncenter size-full wp-image-13039″ /> Thank you to all who helped us shape the library’s future by participating in the long range planning survey. We will compile the results and in the near future we will share them with you in the form of a new long range plan for the library, […]

Program Alert: Our Alaskan Odyssey Travelogue (9/21/16)

If you’ve ever wanted to explore Alaska, please join us tomorrow for Our Alaskan Odyssey, a travelogue presented by Lisa Wemett and Terry Mulee. The program begins at 3:00 PM and we’d love to see you there! Our Alaskan Odyssey: Cruising the Inside Passage and Beyond Wednesday, September 21, at 3:00 PM Join Lisa Wemett […]