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Rochester Public Library Teen Room Announces November Events and Activities

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout November. Upcoming Events:Wednesday Maker Sessions, 2:30–4:00 p.m. 11/5: Vision Boards 11/19: Beads Movie Monday, November 3 at 5:00 p.m. – The Truman ShowNeedle Felting, Wednesday, November 12 at 6:00...

Rochester Public Library Highlights Unique “Library of Things” Collection

The Rochester Public Library is reminding residents about its innovative “Library of Things” collection, a program that allows cardholders to borrow non-traditional items, encouraging sustainability, creativity, and exploration. The Library of Things gives patrons the opportunity to “try before you buy,” helping reduce waste and...

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NAMI NH to host Suicide Prevention & Awareness event on 9/13

The Rochester Public Library, in collaboration with the National Alliance on Mental Illness New...

‘Oceans Of Possibilities’ summer reading program attracted 450+ participants

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to report that from June 13th to July...

Library to host renowned folk duo ‘Hungrytown’ on 8/24, free and open to all

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present folk duo, Hungrytown, on Wednesday, August...

RMFA showcases works by Christopher Thibault in Carnegie Gallery

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce a new exhibition, featuring...

Mark your calendars: Rochester Public Library to present free concert featuring folk duo Hungrytown

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present Hungrytown on Wednesday, August 24th at...

Library: “Our Summer Reading Kick-Off was one of the best ever!”

"Our Children’s Room Summer Reading Kick-Off was one of the best ever! And the...

Public Library announces new Guessing Game, Summer Reading Programs, Beanstalk Logging, and more

"The Children’s Room is all-in for the Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program! Stop...

Public Library boasts new art exhibit, Pride Month displays, lighthouse program, and more

"The Children’s Room’s Summer Kickoff is this week! Bring the whole family down for...

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...

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