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May 18, 2023

NEXT WEDNESDAY (5/24/23): 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, May 24, at 3:00 PM. Writing can take multiple forms… stories, blogging, essays, memoirs, poetry, and others. But if you enjoy writing and you’re interested in giving and receiving feedback from fellow writers, please […]

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May 17, 2023

THIS TUESDAY (5/23/23): Rochester International Film Festival’s Movies on a Shoestring Presents Best of the Fest

Did you know that George Lucas in Love has a Rochester connection? It’s true! The award-winning short film was written and directed by Rochester native Joe Nussbaum. It was also selected to appear at the Rochester International Film Festival in 1999, and it’ll be shown as part of our upcoming collaboration with the festival’s organizers: […]

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May 17, 2023

Iron Book Discussion Group’s June 2023 Selection is “If You Leave Me” by Crystal Hana Kim

For its June 2023 selection, the Iron Book Discussion Group will read Crystal Hana Kim’s award-winning historical fiction novel If You Leave Me: ***** BOOK DESCRIPTION: An emotionally riveting debut novel about war, family, and forbidden love; the unforgettable saga of two ill-fated lovers in Korea and the heartbreaking choices they’re forced to make in […]

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May 16, 2023

NEXT MONDAY (5/22/23): Embodied Empowerment: Tween/Teen Yoga & Movement

Come rock your inner beauty and your awesomeness with Embodied Empowerment: Yoga & Movement for Tweens and Teens on Monday, May 22, at 4:00 PM. Treat your body and mind to an hour of self love, care, and kindness. This specialized yoga class provides a safer, non-competitive space for tweens and teens to practice self […]

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May 15, 2023

THIS FRIDAY (5/19/23): Friday Fun & Games for Teens

Looking for something to do after school? Join us for Friday Fun & Games for Teens (for ages 13-18) on Friday, May 19, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Drop-in after school to play video games and board games, color, work on puzzles, and hang with your friends! There will also be snacks!

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May 13, 2023

THIS MONDAY (5/15/23): Young Writers Club for Tweens

The Young Writers Club for Tweens will meet this Monday, May 15, at 4:00 PM. Practice a new set of writing prompts and head into Summer ready to write another great story! If you’re a Young Writer (ages 9-12) and you’d like to join the group, please register to attend through our Event Calendar.

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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? (2023)

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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