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December 17, 2020

The Library Will Be Closed 12/24/20 and 12/25/20

In observance of the upcoming Christmas holiday, the Irondequoit Library will be closed on Thursday, December 24, and Friday, December 25. Please be safe this holiday season, and we’ll see you again when we reopen on Saturday, December 26, at 10:00 AM.

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December 15, 2020

Help Local Artist Shawn Dunwoody Design a Mural for the Children’s Library

We have an exciting announcement! Local artist Shawn Dunwoody will be creating a mural for the IPL Children’s Library, and we want YOUR input on its design. Your feedback on the following questions will help Shawn design a piece that reflects our community’s character and values. We can’t wait to see what you come up […]

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December 15, 2020

NEXT MONDAY (12/21/20): Draw A Cardinal

Calling all aspiring artists! Barbara Freiburg is an art teacher who will teach you how to Draw A Cardinal on Monday, December 21, at 6:00 PM. The class will be held through Zoom, and participants will learn how to draw a cardinal perched on a tree branch, using lines, shapes, and angles to complete their […]

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December 14, 2020

THIS SATURDAY (12/19/20): Holiday Storytime Yoga

Parents and children (Ages 3-7) will love Holiday Storytime Yoga, a lively program weaving yoga, stories, and music together. Holiday Storytime Yoga will take place on Saturday, December 19, at 12:00 Noon. The program will bring books to life with yoga poses and music, and it’ll connect parents and children in playful ways that integrate […]

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December 11, 2020

NEXT THURSDAY (12/17/20): Zoom Anime Club

If you’re a teen (Ages 13-18) who loves anime, then you’ll definitely want to login to our next meeting of the Zoom Anime Club, which will take place on Thursday, December 17, at 4:00 PM. Tariq, Emily, and the rest of the group will discuss new anime they’ve been watching, along with other fun activities. […]

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December 9, 2020

NEXT TUESDAY (12/15/20): Budgeting Basics

A representative from Reliant Credit Union will host a presentation on Budgeting Basics through Zoom this coming Tuesday, December 15, at 6:00 PM. They will share ways to help you make the most of your money with smart spending and careful planning. Registration is required for Budgeting Basics through our Online Calendar. Participants will receive […]

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December 7, 2020

Irondequoit Library Patron Survey: Which of Our New Services Have You Used?

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Irondequoit Public Library has introduced a number of new services to help our community navigate the difficulties we are all facing during this public health and economic crisis. Please help us refine and improve these services by answering a few short questions. Respondents will be entered into […]

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December 3, 2020

NEXT WEDNESDAY (12/9/20): Ask A Financial Advisor

Jeffrey T. Douglass, a Financial Advisor at The Principal Financial Group, speaks with people every day about a wide range of financial topics, from general investing questions to specifics about managing their retirement plans. The markets are volatile, unemployment is high, and our economy is in a recession. If you’d like to better plan for […]

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December 1, 2020

NEXT MONDAY (12/7/20): Understanding Media: Assessing News, Misinformation, Disinformation, and Deepfakes

Dr. Andrea Hickerson is the Director of the School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of South Carolina, and she conducts research on journalism routines with an emphasis on technology use and political communication. She’ll join us for an online presentation through Zoom, Understanding Media: Assessing News, Misinformation, Disinformation, and Deepfakes, on Monday, […]

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November 25, 2020

Irondequoit Public Library Honors Jack Herrema

On a sunny afternoon on October 23, 2020, the Irondequoit Public Library (IPL) paid tribute to the life of Jack Herrema. Jack was a community advocate and nature buff who enjoyed all things outdoor. To recognize his numerous contributions to our community, the IPL Board of Trustees, Foundation and Friends honored him with a flowering […]

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