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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...

Rochester Public Library Announces December Programs for Teens

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of December. The Teen Fall Reading Program runs through January 1. Raffle prizes will be awarded at the end of the program, including an art kit,...

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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...

Rochester Public Library to host “Fierce Females: Women in Art” on 3/11

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce "Fierce Females: Women in Art," a...

Rochester Public Library offers several ongoing programs throughout March

The Rochester Public Library has many ongoing programs throughout the month of March. See...

Rochester Public Library Introduces “Library of Things” Lending Program

The Rochester Public Library is expanding its services with the all-new "Library of Things",...

Library Partners With AARP Tax-Aide to Provide Free Tax Assistance

The Rochester Public Library, through a partnership with AARP Tax-Aide, is offering free federal...

Rochester Public Library Hosts All Abilities Club for Inclusive Community Fun

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to host the All Abilities Club, an inclusive...

Drop-In Tech Help Available at Rochester Public Library

Need assistance with Libby, Hoopla, or other library resources? Want basic guidance on using...

Attention Teens: Free Babysitting Course Offered at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library, in partnership with 4-H, is offering a free Babysitters Training...

Embrace Cozy Family Fun with the “Hygge Family Journey” at Rochester Public Library

The Children's Room at the Rochester Public Library invites families to participate in the...

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City or Rochester Honors Deputy Director Lisa Clark for 25 Years of Service

On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, during the City Council meeting, Director of City Services...

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...

New Hampshire Secures New Federal Funding to Advance Broadband Expansion

On November 18, 2025, the State of New Hampshire secured over $18 million in...

Downtown Parking Ban in Effect Overnight December 4–5

A Downtown Parking Ban will be in effect from Thursday, December 4, 2025, at...