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Rochester Public Library Teen Room: January Events & Activities

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of January. The Teen Fall Reading Program ends on January 1. The Teen Winter/Spring Reading Program begins on January 10. Raffle prizes will be awarded at the end...

Rochester Public Library Receives Carnegie Funding for America’s 250th Anniversary

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce it is one of approximately 1,280 Carnegie Libraries across the United States to receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York in celebration of America's 250th anniversary. The gift is part of the Carnegie Libraries...

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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...

Rochester Public Library: Weekly Update

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

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The City of Rochester has executed two agreements related to ongoing development within the...

East Rochester Library Added to New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places

The East Rochester Library has been added to the New Hampshire State Register of...

Winter Festival Returns to Rochester Common 1/24: Skating, Music, and Family Activities

Winter Festival will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 1–3 p.m. at...

City of Rochester Inaugurates Elected Officials, Selects Deputy Mayor

On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, the City of Rochester celebrated the inauguration of the...