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Rochester Public Library offering Drop-In Tech Help on Moday Afternoons

Need assistance with Libby, Hoopla, or other library resources? Want basic guidance on using your phone or tablet? Stop by the First Floor, near the Main Desk for Drop-In Tech Help every Monday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Staff is available for 15-minute...

Floral Design on a Budget: Learn to Transform Grocery Store Bouquets on 4/21

The Rochester Public Library will host a hands-on workshop that teaches participants how to style grocery store flowers into stunning arrangements. Led by Library Director Marie Lejeune, this class will teach you how to create professional-looking floral designs for any occasion. Participants must bring one...

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Rochester Public Library Children’s Room introduces Outside Play Cart

Last winter, as the Children’s Room worked to bring back in-person programming, a 'Stay...

Public Library: Beach Reads, Dad Rock, Cooking With Fire, and much more

"We have some great programs coming up. If you are interested in learning about...

Sign up now: Seashell Painting at the Library 6/29

Seashell Painting at the Library Wednesday, June 29th from 5:00pm-7:30pm, in the Community Room Ages 12...

Public Library is an ‘Ocean of Possibilities’ this summer

"The Children’s Room’s Summer Kickoff is coming right up. Plan a fun time with...

Library offering Community Puzzle, Red Cart Book Sale, Summer Reading Program, and more

"Summer is finally here, well, almost, and the Library will have a lot going...

Library boasts several displays, True Crime Book Club, Summer Reading, and more

"Check our Facebook pages for information on Pop-Up Programming! Looking for something to read?...

Weekly Update: Art of Navy Heng, New Museum Passes Available, True Crime Book Club, and more

"A couple of dates to remember, the Library will be closed Monday, May 30...

LISTEN: Books vs. Movies / Movies vs. Books

In this episode, Marie and Katherine talk about movie adaptations of their favorite books. Click...

Children’s Room hosts a collaborative community art puzzle

The staff from the Children’s Room, at the Rochester Public Library, recently completed a...

Weekly Update: Spaulding High Art Exhibit, True Crime Book Club, Inter-Library Loans, and more

"Spring is here and many of you are planning your gardens, decluttering your closets,...

LISTEN: Marie and Katherine speak to Pam Hubbard

In this episode, Marie and Katherine speak to Pam Hubbard. Pam is a longtime...

Rochester Public Library introduces twice-monthly podcast

The City of Rochester is pleased to present an all-new podcast starring Rochester Public...

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William Evans Trust Donates $10,000 to Support Spaulding High School Students Facing Food Insecurity

The Rochester School District is proud to announce a generous $10,000 donation from the...

City Manager Katie Ambrose Presents FY 2026 Budget, Announces Retreat Schedule

On April 15, 2025, City Manager Katie Ambrose presented the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026...

Rochester Police Department to host Drug Take Back Day on 4/26

On Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Rochester Police Department...

Watch: Public Safety Committee – 4/16/25

Click here to watch Click here for a link to the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast...