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May 12, 2023

NEXT THURSDAY (5/18/23): The Sights of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge

Heidi Jung will join us on Thursday, May 18, at 3:00 PM for a travelogue about The Sights of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Attendees of this travelogue will spend an hour witnessing the sights and sounds of the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, the setting for author Marguerite Henry’s bestselling book Misty of Chincoteague and home […]

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May 11, 2023

The Irondequoit Library is Seeking Volunteers for the Library Board of Trustees’ Finance Committee

The Irondequoit Public Library is currently seeking volunteers to fill a vacancy on the Library Board of Trustee’s Finance Committee. As a working committee, candidates will be expected to participate in monthly meetings, attend occasional Library Board meetings, and additional meetings as required. The Finance Committee typically meets via Zoom on the second Thursday of […]

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May 10, 2023

NEXT TUESDAY (5/16/23): Fake News and How to Spot It

What can you do about the torrent of false information and outright lies that are flooding your social media? Fake News and How to Spot It, an upcoming program with technology instructor Daniel Jones, will teach you how to handle deepfakes and disinformation, as well as how to find reliable sources. Fake News and How […]

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May 10, 2023

Do You Know About the Irondequoit Library’s… Drop-In Knitting Circle on Mondays and Tuesdays?

Did you know the Irondequoit Library has a Drop-In Knitting Circle every Monday and Tuesday? EVERY MONDAY 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EVERY TUESDAY 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Join us in Room 213 with your knitting, quilting, or needlework supplies and projects, and chat with others while you work! No registration is necessary and […]

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May 8, 2023

THIS FRIDAY (5/12/23): Build An Air Plant Terrarium

Introduce a charming botanical element of decor into your home, while bringing new, vibrant life indoors with your very own air plant terrarium! They are living and breathing works of art that will add character to your home or office space. They also make great gifts! An instructor from Prismatic Gardens will join us at […]

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May 5, 2023

NEXT THURSDAY (5/11/23): Financial Education Workshop for Teens: Saving, Checking, and Budgeting

A representative from Reliant Credit Union will join us at the library on Thursday, May 11, at 4:00 PM for a Financial Education Workshop for Teens: Saving, Checking, and Budgeting. Teens (15-18) who attend the workshop will learn the value of creating a budget and strategies to build one using the simple 50/30/20 Technique. The workshop […]

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May 5, 2023

STEAM Lab Now Open in Children’s Library

The Irondequoit Public Library is proud to announce the opening of our STEAM Lab, which is located in the Children’s Library. This mini version of our Maker’s Lab is a drop-in space designed for elementary-aged children, and it aims to promote curiosity and to foster real world skills. STEAM… an acronym covering the fields of […]

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May 4, 2023

NEXT WEDNESDAY (5/10/23): Art Instruction With Irondequoit Art Club: Book Making

Our Art Instruction With Irondequoit Art Club series continues next week with a Book Making workshop with local artist Karen Pesch. Attendees of this workshop will create a book using plain mix media paper. All materials required for creating a book will be provided, but you can bring a favorite piece of paper or cloth to […]

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May 4, 2023

Thank You to Our Community Partners (4/22/23)

On Saturday, April 22, the Irondequoit Library hosted a thank you to recognize the work and support from some of our community partners. In attendance were representatives from the Irondequoit Public Library Foundation, the Ukrainian Federal Credit Union, the Irondequoit Conservation Board, and the Irondequoit Art Club. State Senator Brouk and Assemblymember Clark made remarks […]

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May 3, 2023

Classic Book Discussion Group Will Read George Bernard Shaw’s “Pygmalion” in May 2023

The Classic Book Discussion Group will be reading George Bernard Shaw’s Pygmalion this month: ***** BOOK DESCRIPTION: The most successful play by the Nobel Prize-winning Irish playwright, and basis for the movie and Broadway musical My Fair Lady. Based on the Greek legend of Pygmalion and Galatea, George Bernard Shaw’s witty adaptation features linguistic expert […]

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