Category Archives: What’s Happening at the Library

Fund Raising Campaign for the New Library is Underway!

We promised last year that the Irondequoit Public Library Foundation would undertake a fund raising campaign to help hold down the cost of the new library. The campaign has begun!  Money raised will pay for furniture, fixtures and equipment for the new library.  There are also naming opportunities. Please consider a donation.  See our fund […]

12/3 Daily Stretches program at McGraw

Join us at 7pm on Wednesday 12/3 at McGraw for a MVP Healthcare sponsored program Daily Stretches for Maximum Mobility. Cheryl Minchella will review stretches that will help your body relax and are easy to do.

Thanksgiving Hours for Irondequoit Library

Happy Thanksgiving! If you were thinking about heading out to the Irondequoit Library this week, please remember our holiday hours: Wednesday, November 26: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thursday, November 27: CLOSED Friday, November 28: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday, November 29: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Town of Irondequoit seeks Library Board of Trustees applicants (11/21/14)

The Town of Irondequoit is seeking applications from the community for a position on the Irondequoit Library Board of Trustees. The Town Board is expecting to appoint a new member to the board in December 2014, to serve a five year term commencing on January 1, 2015. Trustees play an integral role in overseeing policy, […]

11/19 Forcing Bulbs and Blooms program at McGraw

Mary Jo Lane will demonstrate how to cut and force branches from some of your favorite plants into early bloom in your home: forsythia, azalea, pussy willow, tulips, and daffodil. Wednesday, November 19 at 6:30 pm (rescheduled from Wednesday, November 5) Helen McGraw Branch, 2180 East Ridge Road Registration required: call 336-6060

Library Closed on Tuesday, November 11

Both branches of the Irondequoit Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 due to staff training. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12.

Alzheimer’s Series at Evans

Managing Grief and Guilt Tuesday, November 18, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. This program is presented by the Rochester & Finger Lakes chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association’s “Neighbors Next Door” program.

Using Facebook 101 at Evans

Wednesday, November 12 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Chris Roos of The Technology Guys LLC will show you how to set up an account, find friends, post updates and use Facebook safely and securely to make the experience enjoyable. Registration is required.  Phone 336-6062 or email evansbr@libraryweb.org.

11/5 Forcing Bulbs and Blooms program RESCHEDULED

Due to a family emergency, Mary Jo Lane’s Forcing Bulbs and Blooms program has been rescheduled from Wednesday, November 5 to Wednesday, November 19. We apologize for the inconvenience.

An Introduction to Computer Technology RESCHEDULED

Presented by Chris Roos of the Technology Guys LLC – Making Things Easy, this class will include information about classical computers, tablets, and smartphones, what their role in the modern world has come to be and which is right for you.  Different types of Internet browsers, free email accounts and free online storage/sharing space will […]