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StoryTime and Touch-a-Truck Returns 10/9 at Public Works Facility

In collaboration with the Department of Public Works (DPW), the Children’s Room at the Rochester Public Library invites children and families to StoryTime and Touch-a-Truck on Wednesday, October 9, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, at the Department of Public Works. A truck-themed StoryTime will...

Rochester Public Library to Host Fall Lantern Walk for Families

The Rochester Public Library Children’s Room invites families to participate in a Fall Lantern Walk, a seasonal tradition observed in many cultures during autumn harvest festivals. These celebrations honor the quiet beauty of the coming winter months while reminding us to share light and...

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Rochester Public Library Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Children’s Space known as “The Nook”

The Rochester Public Library recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil The Nook, a...

Rochester Public Library Celebrates Successful Teen Winter Reading Program

The Rochester Public Library’s Teen Room is excited to announce the success of its...

Rochester Public Library Teen Room – June Events & Activities

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens aged 12–18 to enjoy a variety...

May in the Teen Room: Events, Activities & More!

Rochester Public Library Teen Room – May Events The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites...

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...

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...

Teen Room At Rochester Public Library to Host Several Events and Activities Throughout April

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens aged 12-18 to participate in various...

Library’s First Forest Meet-Up Brings Families Outdoors for Nature Exploration

The Children's Room at the Rochester Public Library recently hosted its first Forest Meet-Up,...

Library partners with Easterseals for Intergenerational Story Time on 3/17

The Children's Room at the Rochester Public Library is partnering with Easterseals for an...

Rochester Public Library to hold Second Annual Rochester Authors Fair on 4/26

Rochester Writers Night, the Lilac City’s monthly literary salon, will be hosting its second...

Spring Into the Rochester Public Library: New DVDs, Displays, and More

March to Our DVD RoomIt's awards season, and the Oscar for Best DVD Collection...

Rochester Public Library to showcase award-winning artist Don Jalbert

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present the artwork of Don Jalbert on...

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Notice of City Council Public Hearings – October 21, 2025

Notice is hereby given that the Rochester City Council will conduct a PUBLIC HEARING...

City of Rochester Announces Citywide Trick-or-Treat and Downtown Halloween Events

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce that citywide Trick-or-Treat will take place...