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September 10, 2020

Anti-Racism Resource Page Created By MCLS

Racism is a complex, interconnected system of institutional policies and individual prejudices that were created hundreds of years ago and have been perpetuated throughout American history to justify enslavement, segregation, assimilation, violence, and other forms of discrimination and oppression. In order to undo this system, we need to learn its history, identify its mechanisms, and […]

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September 9, 2020

It’s the New Irondequoit Public Library’s 5th Birthday

Happy Birthday to us! The New Irondequoit Public Library opened its doors FIVE YEARS AGO today! We wish we could have a big party, but five years with our wonderful patrons is gift enough!

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September 8, 2020

THIS SATURDAY (9/12/20): Anime Club

Anime Club is back at a new time for the month of September! Talk about your favorites and draw with Emily and Tariq this Saturday, September 12, at 1:00 PM! Anime Club is designed for teens (Ages 13-18), and will meet virtually through Zoom. Please register on our Online Calendar to receive the login information.

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September 8, 2020

Irondequoit Library’s Computers and Internet Are Back (9/8/20)

UPDATE (9/8/20): Our Internet service has been restored! Please call (585-336-6060) or email with any questions you might have. ORIGINAL POST (9/4/20): The Irondequoit Library’s Internet service and computers are currently unavailable. We’re not sure when they will be back online, so we’re currently unable to offer appointments in our public Computer Lab or wi-fi […]

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September 1, 2020

The Irondequoit Library Will be Closed this Labor Day Weekend (9/5/20 – 9/7/20)

The Irondequoit Public Library will be closed for the upcoming long weekend (Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7) in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8.

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August 31, 2020

Register to Vote at the Irondequoit Library This Month (9/1/20 – 9/30/20)

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3… are you registered to vote? Volunteers from the League of Women Voters will be stationed at a table outside our front door for the next six weeks, ready and eager to add your name to the voter rolls. Volunteers will be available at the following times: Voter Registration at […]

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August 28, 2020

September’s Selection for the Hoopla Huddle Discussion Group is The Radium Girls by Kate Moore (9/28/20)

Participants in the Hoopla Huddle Discussion Group will get together for their next meeting to discuss The Radium Girls by Kate Moore. The online discussion will be held through Zoom at 3:00 PM on Monday, September 28, and you can receive the login information after you register for the Hoopla Huddle through our Online Calendar. […]

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August 26, 2020

Now Available With Your Library Card: Classical Music, Opera, and Dance Videos on Medici.tv EDU

Do you like classic music or opera? Then we’ve got some good news… Everyone with an MCLS Library Card now has access to Medici.tv EDU, which is the largest online catalog of classical music, opera, and dance videos: Stream 3,500 musical works filmed from the 1940s through to the present day. Stream 2,700 films including […]

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August 20, 2020

NEXT WEDNESDAY (8/26/20): IPL Genealogy Group: Googling For Genealogy

UPDATE: Did you miss the meeting? Watch a recorded replay of Dennis A. Hogan’s talk on YouTube. Join the IPL’s Genealogy Group next week for an online presentation (via Zoom) with professional genealogist Dennis A. Hogan on Wednesday, August 26, at 7:00 PM. Googling For Genealogy will teach you how to use Google effectively when […]

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August 17, 2020

Now Through August 31: “Trivia Galore!” for Teens and Tweens

Summer’s almost over, but we’ve got one more trivia challenge for teens and tweens before the calendar turns to Fall. Now through August 31st, you can visit Kahoot.it to put your big brain to the test and (maybe) climb the leaderboard. “Trivia Galore!” is designed for Grades 6-12, but all are welcome to try!

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