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Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Exclusive Discounts at Local Businesses

The Rochester Public Library is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month throughout September with the support of local businesses. This year’s theme, “One Card, Endless Possibilities,” highlights how a library card can open doors for everyone, whether you’re exploring a new hobby, finding your next favorite...

Rochester Public Library Teen Room Celebrates Success of 2025 Teen Summer Reading Program

The Rochester Public Library’s Teen Room is pleased to announce the success of its 2025 Teen Summer Reading Program. This year’s program resulted in a total of 216,413 minutes of reading, with participation doubling compared to last year! “We have a great relationship with the...

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Starting 7/1, the Rochester Public Library goes Fine-Free for overdue materials

The Rochester Public Library is excited to announce that starting July 1, 2024, they...

Creative Summer Kickoff for Teens at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to join art teacher Marcey Buchakjian...

Community Collaboration Kicks Off Summer Reading in Rochester Elementary Schools

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce “Adventure Begins at Your Library", the...

Rochester Public Library to host Teen Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party on 6/24

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room is excited to announce the kickoff party for...

Get ready for Mother’s Day at the Rochester Public Library on 5/11

The Rochester Public Library, in collaboration with Studley's Flower Gardens, is pleased to host...

Library to host Rare Book event with Kenneth Gloss on 5/22

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce that Kenneth Gloss, owner of Boston's...

Rochester Public Library to host ‘needle felting’ and ‘build your own robot’ workshops for teens in May

The Rochester Public Library Teen Room is excited to announce two creative programs scheduled...

Rochester Public Library and Monarch School of New England Collaborate on Wooden Suggestion Box

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce a collaboration with the Monarch School...

Rochester Public Library’s Stuffed Animal Sleepover Extended Due to Winter Storm

The recent winter storm unexpectedly extended the stuffed animal sleepover event hosted by the...

Rochester Public Library to Host Free College Preparedness Workshop

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce an upcoming workshop focused on college...

Rochester Public Library to host Mindfulness for Moms on 4/26

Self-care while mothering can be challenging. Whether you're a new mom or a mom...

Senior Activity Center to host intergenerational screening of ‘Cycle of Memory’ on 4/13

The Rochester Senior Activity Center, in collaboration with the Rochester Public Library, invites the...

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Temporary Closure of Recreation Main Entrance at James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, Patrons Asked to Use Entrance A

The Rochester Recreation Department is notifying the public of a temporary entrance closure at...

The Franklin Gallery presents “Color Speaks” featuring works by Alisa Marie

Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery, 33 N. Main Street in...

Local Artist Jackie Hanson Featured at Rochester Public Library in September

The Rochester Public Library will showcase the work of local artist Jackie Hanson throughout...

Watch: Planning Board – 9/08/25

Click here to watch Click here for the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast...