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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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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...

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...

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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...

Downtown Sewer Lining Work Planned; Temporary Service Disruptions Expected

The City of Rochester will be conducting sewer connection rehabilitation work in the downtown...

COAST Delays Start of Service Wednesday Due to Winter Storm

Due to the winter storm predicted to arrive later tonight and continue through Wednesday...