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September 2, 2026

NEXT TUESDAY (9/8/26) – Travelogue: Journey to the Heart of Guatemala

Retired professor David Schuler will provide a photographic tour of Guatemala at the library on Tuesday, September 8, at 6:30 PM. Guatemala’s weather is beautiful in Winter, and with only one hour time difference and a short flight from Rochester, the country is truly a hidden gem. It boasts many historical and cultural sites and […]

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September 2, 2026

NEXT TUESDAY (9/8/26) – Gather and Game with Game Night Rochester

Find your next favorite game at the Irondequoit Library during Gather and Game with Game Night Rochester on Tuesday, September 8, from 6:30 PM until 8:00 PM. From board games to card games and more, Game Night Rochester will bring their collection of tabletop games to the library and match you with the perfect game! Instructors from the […]

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September 1, 2026

THIS MONTH (9/26/26): 2026 Rochester Game Festival at RIT

The Irondequoit Library is getting ready to help Rochester play some more new games as a co-sponsor this year’s Rochester Game Festival! The 2026 Rochester Game Festival will be held at the Rochester Institute of Technology’s Student Hall for Exploration and Development on Saturday, September 26. The doors will open at 11:00 AM for a […]

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September 1, 2026

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED (Fall 2026) – Teen Tech Tutors

Calling all Tech Savvy Teens in grades 9-12! Do you love technology? Do you find joy in helping out your community? Are you looking to build up a resume or college application? Join our Teen Tech Tutor program where you can help assist our patrons with their technology needs! We’re looking for volunteers interested in […]

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August 31, 2026

LIBRARY CLOSED: 9/5/26 – 9/7/26

The Irondequoit Public Library will be CLOSED on the following dates this week and next week: — Saturday, September 5 — Sunday, September 6 — Monday, September 7 Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8.

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August 28, 2026

NEXT THURSDAY (9/3/26) – Irondequoit Historical Society Presents Shipwrecks of Lake Ontario

The Irondequoit Historical Society will welcome Jim Kennard, the author of Shipwrecks of Lake Ontario: A Journey of Discovery, to the library on Thursday, September 3, at 7:00 PM. Over his 50-year career of exploration, Jim and his team have found more than 200 shipwrecks, including two of the oldest shipwrecks found in the Great […]

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August 27, 2026

The Classic Book Discussion Group Will Read William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” in September 2026

William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night is one of his most beloved plays and our Classic Book Discussion Group will read and discuss this tale of mistaken identity in September 2026. ***** BOOK DESCRIPTION Another case of mistaken identity from the king of the plot twist, Twelfth Night tells the tale of the beautiful young Viola who is […]

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August 25, 2026

DONATIONS WANTED (8/23/26 – 9/25/26) – IPL Craft Supply Swap

Craft supplies taking up too much room? Looking for a new hobby to try? Donate materials and then join us for a free exchange of craft, art, and sewing supplies! We’ll be hosting an IPL Craft Supply Swap on Saturday, September 26, from 11:00 AM until 3:00 PM. But first, we need some supplies to […]

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August 24, 2026

THIS FRIDAY (8/28/26) – Yoga on the Lawn with Kasia Pelepko

Yoga on the Lawn is a Summer tradition, and this season’s series will be held in August. Kasia Pelepko is a Rochester-based yoga teacher who has trained in a variety of yoga systems and movement modalities. The common thread in her classes is to highlight how resilient, capable, and adaptable all of us are. Her “Earth to […]

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August 19, 2026

NEXT TUESDAY (8/25/26) – End-of-Summer Yoga Adventure: Ready for School!

Join certified yoga instructor Jen Kierecki for an End-of-Summer Yoga Adventure! Get ready for the transition back to school with this playful 45-minute yoga experience for children (ages 4–8) that celebrates Summer while helping them feel confident. Through movement, and simple calming techniques, children will build confidence, release energy, and learn tools they can use […]

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