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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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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...

Rochester Public Library: Weekly Update

"This week we celebrate the 100th edition of this column! It was started from...

Library to host Book Sale, celebrate National Library Week, and more

"We have a really great Children’s Room! There are story-times, craft take-it & make-it...

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