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July 24, 2025

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/30/25) – Demystify the Civil Service Merit System: Outreach

Meet and talk with members of the New York State Department of Civil Service about navigating the NYS Civil Service Merit System during an Outreach event for Demystifying the Civil Service System on Wednesday, July 30, from 4:00 PM until 5:00 PM. Gain valuable insight into the different kinds of agencies, review the exam process, […]

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July 23, 2025

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/30/25) – Fear with Cris Johnson

What are you afraid of? Professional magician Cris Johnson returns to the library on Wednesday, July 30, at 6:00 PM, for his spookiest show yet. Fear with Cris Johnson will introduce our audience to different fears and phobias. Some people are scared of spiders (arachnophobia) or snakes (ophidiophobia) or clowns (coulrophobia)… while others are scared of other […]

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July 23, 2025

The Irondequoit Library Distributed 6,272 Free Books This Summer…

Thanks to everyone who helped us distribute 6,272 books to 3,136 students this year! If your child goes to school in Irondequoit and missed the giveaway, they can stop by the library in August 2025 and receive two books! Special thanks to everyone at the Town of Irondequoit, the East Irondequoit Central School District, and […]

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July 22, 2025

NEXT MONDAY (7/28/25) – Puzzle Swap

Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle! Our first community Puzzle Swap was such a hit that we’re planning to do it again on Monday, July 28, at 6:30 PM. Unload the old jigsaw puzzles you’ve already completed and find a new one for you and your family to enjoy. Please bring used puzzles in good […]

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July 21, 2025

THIS FRIDAY (7/25/25) – Let’s Dance: Tap!

Dance instructor Kaitlynn Schultz will join us at the library this Summer for an exploration of different movement and dance styles. Each class will feature a different genre of dance where participants will be led through a series of movements to introduce them to new styles. The class will also feature a short storytime to […]

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July 18, 2025

NEXT THURSDAY (7/24/25) – “Durand Eastman Park: Yesterday and Today” – An Author Talk With Jack Butler

Most Rochesterians know of George Eastman and his contributions to Durand Eastman Park, but few know about the park’s other namesake: Dr. Henry Durand. Durand Eastman Park has taken on a life of its own since it opened in 1909. A tree museum, a beach house, a zoo, a golf course, and the “White Lady” […]

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July 18, 2025

NEXT THURSDAY (7/24/25) – EPIC Trainings: Babysitting Training

EPIC Trainings: Babysitting Training is a four-hour class designed to teach participants the skills and strategies needed when babysitting. During this class, participants will learn entrepreneurial skills, ages and stages, accident prevention, basic first aid, care when choking, and emergency recognition through interactive activities, instructor lectures, and video presentations. Participants should bring a lunch and/or […]

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July 17, 2025

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/23/25) – Classical Guitar Concert with Kenneth Kam

Enjoy an evening of beautiful guitar music with a Classical Guitar Concert featuring Kenneth Kam, a guitarist and lutenist. Born and raised in Hong Kong, Kenneth is currently a lecturer at SUNY Brockport and Nazareth College, as well as a faculty member at the University of Rochester’s Eastman Community Music School. His performances have been […]

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July 17, 2025

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/23/25) – Written and Read: IPL’s Adult Writing Group

Calling all local writers, the next meeting of Written and Read: The IPL Adult Writing Group will be held on Wednesday, July 23, at 3:00 PM. Stories, blogging, essays, memoirs, poetry… writing can take multiple forms. But if you enjoy writing and you’re interested in giving and receiving feedback from fellow writers, please join the library’s adult […]

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July 16, 2025

The Iron Book Group Will Read David Grann’s “The Wager” in August 2025

“A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder.” The subtitle of David Grann’s The Wager tells you everything you need to know about the book. But we’re sure the members of the Iron Book Discussion Group will have plenty to talk about when it’s the subject of the group’s next meeting in August 2025. ***** BOOK DESCRIPTION On […]

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