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November 2, 2022

EVERY THURSDAY (Starting 11/3/22): Storytime at the Community Center

Mr. Matt and Miss Amy will be making a trip to the Irondequoit Community Center every week for more Storytime at the Community Center. Join them for stories and songs every Thursday at 10:30 AM at the Irondequoit Community Center! This Storytime is designed for children ages 2-5 with their caregiver. More information about the Irondequoit […]

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November 2, 2022

Library Bookstore Volunteer Needed (November 2022)

Volunteers are needed to work with a team in our Library Bookstore to process donated books according to date of publication, condition, and genre, and refill the bookstore shelves. Training will be provided, and you will work with an experienced volunteer in the beginning. Volunteers are needed to start immediately. If this sounds like something […]

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November 1, 2022

Classic Book Discussion Group Will Read Chinua Achebe’s “Things Fall Apart” in November 2022

Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart will be the next selection of the Classic Book Discussion Group in November 2022: ***** BOOK DESCRIPTION: Things Fall Apart is the first of three novels in Chinua Achebe’s critically acclaimed African Trilogy. It is a classic narrative about Africa’s cataclysmic encounter with Europe as it establishes a colonial presence on […]

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October 31, 2022

Now Available to Borrow: Ghost Hunting Kit

We ain’t afraid of no ghost at the Irondequoit Library! And whether you’re looking for the White Lady, the poltergeist at the Central Library, or some other local apparition, we’ll help you find it! Our brand new Ghost Hunting Kit includes everything you need to search for a ghostly spirit: — Spirit Box – Used […]

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October 28, 2022

NEXT THURSDAY (11/3/22): UR Healthy Living: Processed Foods, Fast Foods, and Fat

This program is part of a series of programs produced with the University of Rochester Medical Center on Healthy Living. This eight-week series is aimed at empowering participants to make and maintain changes in diet, physical activity, and exposures. These lifestyle changes can lower the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases, while increasing overall health. […]

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October 27, 2022

Early Voting for the 2022 Election Begins THIS WEEKEND (10/29/22) at the Irondequoit Library

The Irondequoit Public Library will be an Early Voting location for the 2022 Election for all Monroe County residents from Saturday, October 29, through Sunday, November 6. A drop box for Absentee Ballots will also be available inside. Additional Early Voting locations will be available throughout the county. The schedule for all Early Voting locations and […]

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October 26, 2022

Have You Met Any Staff Stars at the Irondequoit Library Lately?

Have you met any Staff Stars at the Irondequoit Library lately? If so, we want to hear about it! The Irondequoit Public Library strives to be… — Welcoming — Resourceful — Community-Focused — Enriching — Caring — High-Quality If you have an example of a staff member exhibiting any of these qualities, please let us […]

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October 25, 2022

MCLS Passport: Explore Public Libraries Across Monroe County

Get your MCLS Passport stamped at every library in Monroe County and win a prize! In honor of Monroe County’s Bicentennial, the Monroe County Library System is encouraging residents to visit all 31 library locations in the county. Explore the wide variety of resources, services, and events that make each location unique. Discover new libraries, […]

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October 24, 2022

THIS SATURDAY (10/29/22): ASL Storytime

American Sign Language (ASL) Storytime returns to the library this Saturday, October 29, at 10:30 AM. Children will have opportunities to learn ASL rhymes and rhythms as well as engage in a story presented in American Sign Language. A voice interpreter will be provided for family members who may be learning ASL. This program is presented in partnership […]

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October 22, 2022

NEXT WEDNESDAY (10/26/22): Written and Read: IPL’s Adult Writing Group

Written and Read: The IPL Adult Writing Group, will meet on Wednesday, October 26, 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 join the library’s adult writing group. The group will […]

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