Category Archives: What’s Happening at the Library

Easy Ways to Shave Calories Program at McGraw Canceled

Tomorrow night’s program at the McGraw Branch, “Easy Ways to Shave Calories,” has been canceled. We’re sorry for any inconvenience.

Get Hired! Career Building Workshops at Evans (9/30/14 – 12/29/14)

Monroe County libraries are partnering with Rochester Works! to offer free training sessions. These workshops for adults are made possible by a grant from the New York State Education Department. The following workshops will be presented at the Evans Branch: July 30 – Finding Your Ideal Occupation (10:00 AM – 11:30 AM) August 14 – […]

7/23 Craft Class at McGraw

Come decorate paper boxes with our craft guru Anna Jannes! There is a $7 supply fee, cash preferred. Call 336-6060 to register for this program.Wednesday, July 23rd at 7:00 pm McGraw Branch, 2180 E. Ridge Road, 14622

New Adult Books for July 2014

Here are some of the new titles we’ve ordered: FICTION American Mission Matthew Palmer A story inspired by the U.S. Foreign Service veteran author’s contributions to certifying conflict-free diamonds follows the disgrace of former State Department star Alex Baines, who starts over at a Congo mining facility that is being oppressed by corrupt interests. Book […]

7/16 Wild Rollercoaster Rides program at McGraw

Come find out about unusual rollercoasters and the history of these unique machines. Paul Ruben will present a slideshow with pictures of our local rollercoasters and other fun rides! Wild Rollercoasters Wednesday, July 16th at 7:00 pm Helen McGraw Branch, 2180 East Ridge Road, 14622

New Large Print Titles–July 2014

FICTION Shotgun Lovesongs by Nickloas Butler Sharing a childhood in small-town Wisconsin before going their separate ways with careers and families, Hank, Leland, Kip and Ronny are reunited during a visit marked by culture clashes, respective pursuits of meaning and a woman who inspires passion in each of them   Gemini by Carol Cassella Dr. […]

7/2 Understand Your Camera at McGraw

Join us on Wednesday 7/2 at 7:00 pm for a program by Certified Professional Photographer Patrick Luke. He’ll discuss how to take better photographs and teach you how to understand your camera better. You’re welcome to bring your camera with you! Helen McGraw Branch, 2180 East Ridge Road    

Follow the Construction of the New Library

So many folks stop in the branches and ask how the new library is coming along.  Now you can monitor the progress yourself online. On the Town Development Department website you can see what portions of the project are up for competitive bidding and learn how to get more information and even bid on the […]

McGraw 6/25 Daily Stretches program rescheduled

The Wednesday, June 25th program on Daily Stretches for Maximum Mobility at McGraw has been rescheduled to Wednesday, December 3rd. We hope you can join us then!

New Large Print Books–June 2014

FICTION The Scandalous Adventures of the Sister of the Bride by Victoria Alexander Lady Delilah Hargate and Mr. Samuel Russell spent one unforgettable night together in New York City. Now attending the wedding of her sister and his friend at Millworth Manor, they pretend they have never met before. But delightful grounds, lavish drawing rooms, […]