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July 23, 2024

NEXT MONDAY (7/29/24) – Mindfulness in the Summertime

Mindfulness in the Summertime is a four-part program series that will provide an overview of mindfulness, integrating outdoor practices and Summer themes. Laura Gavigan, an educator and mindfulness coach and the founder of Mindful Matters, will incorporate various mindfulness practices, including meditation, grounding, chair yoga, and mindful eating. Each session will close with a meditation and […]

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July 18, 2024

NEXT WEDNESDAY (7/24/24) – Go for Gold: Youth Financial and Job Skills Empowerment Program

Attention Teens! Are you ready to take control of your financial future and have fun doing it? Join Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Rochester at the library on Wednesday, July 24, at 3:30 PM, for an engaging workshop designed for local to youth to start learning about money management. In this 90-minute session, you’ll learn […]

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July 17, 2024

NEXT TUESDAY (7/23/24) – More American Songs

Michael Lasser was previously the host of WXXI Classical’s Fascinatin’ Rhythm, and he’ll join us at library on Tuesday, July 23, at 7:00 PM to discuss the craft and genius behind some of America’s beloved songs in More American Songs. Lasser is a broadcaster, writer, lecturer, writer, critic, and teacher. He is also the author […]

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July 16, 2024

NEXT MONDAY (7/22/24) – Maker Mondays: Make and Take Summer Fun Pins

Our next Make and Take day is happening on Monday, July 22, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and we’ll be making Summer Fun Pins! All ages and experience levels are welcome to create a custom summer pin, perfect for adding a pop of color to beach bags, backpacks, and more! No registration is required […]

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July 16, 2024

NEXT MONDAY (7/22/24) – Kid’s Summer Movie Club: “Turning Red”

Come enjoy a movie at the library on our big screen as part of our Kid’s Summer Movie Club! We’ll be showing Disney and Pixar’s Turning Red on Monday, July 22, at 6:30 PM. Snacks will be provided! ***** Mei Lee (Rosalie Chiang), a confident 13-year-old girl, is always ready for anything that life throws at […]

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July 16, 2024

NEXT MONDAY (7/22/24) – Mindfulness in the Summertime

Mindfulness in the Summertime is a four-part program series that will provide an overview of mindfulness, integrating outdoor practices and Summer themes. Laura Gavigan, an educator and mindfulness coach and the founder of Mindful Matters, will incorporate various mindfulness practices, including meditation, grounding, chair yoga, and mindful eating. Each session will close with a meditation and […]

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July 16, 2024

THIS FRIDAY (7/19/24) – Free Naloxone Training

Members from the Monroe County Department of Health’s Project IMPACT will join us at the library on Friday, July 19, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM to offer Free Naloxone Training. Also known as Narcan, Naloxone is used to reverse an opioid overdose and save a life. Participants can drop in anytime during the program to […]

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July 15, 2024

THIS MONTH (7/15/24 – 7/28/24) – Scavenger Hunt for Rochester Heroes

Greentopia is a local organization working “to change Rochester both economically and environmentally.” They’ll also be hosting this year’s Reflections on the River at the Central Library. As part of this event, Greentopia asked area artists to reinterpret 32 Rochester Heroes, an exhibit of pressboard historical figure silhouettes that they rescued when the City closed […]

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July 15, 2024

THIS FRIDAY (7/19/24) – Seneca Park Zoo ZooMobile Presents Impact of Invasives

The Seneca Park Zoo ZooMobile will roll up to the library on Friday, July 19, at 3:30 PM for a program for tweens and teens all about the Impact of Invasives. Discover the ways that invasive species are introduced to new ecosystems and learn what you can do to help protect biodiversity. You’ll even get a chance […]

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July 12, 2024

NEXT THURSDAY (7/18/24): Super Amy!

Look! Outside on the Library Lawn! It’s Super Amy! Super Amy will bring her passion and talents to the library on Thursday, July 18, at 2:00 PM with a variety show featuring magic, comedy, feats of strength, and amazing acrobatics that will stun audiences. This program is great for children of all ages and no registration […]

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