Closed All Day Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, BookBike/ArtCart, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite The library is closed. Closing Dec 25 2025 Thu Closing Closed All Day Branches: Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, BookBike/ArtCart, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite Description: The library is closed.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Stuffed Animal Dance Party Friday, December 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Put on your dancing shoes and bring your favorite stuffed pal for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 26 2025 Fri Stuffed Animal Dance Party 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Put on your dancing shoes and bring your favorite stuffed pal for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group Cardboard Creations! Friday, December 26, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Creative Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12) We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and constructions. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group Dec 26 2025 Fri Cardboard Creations! 2:30pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12) Program Type: Creative Event Description: We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and constructions.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All" group Origami Club Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Creative, Learning, Social Gathering Age Group: Adults, All Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us to practice your origami skills with other enthusiasts. All ages and skill levels welcome. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All" group Dec 28 2025 Sun Origami Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults, All Program Type: Creative, Learning, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us to practice your origami skills with other enthusiasts. All ages and skill levels welcome.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Bigfoot and Friends Scavenger Hunt Monday, December 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 8:00pm Youth Services Area at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families Mysterious cryptid creatures have been spotted lurking in the library - can you help us find them? This special scavenger hunt will be available all day in Youth Services. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 29 2025 Mon Bigfoot and Friends Scavenger Hunt 10:00am–8:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families Program Type: Learning, Social Gathering Event Description: Mysterious cryptid creatures have been spotted lurking in the library - can you help us find them? This special scavenger hunt will be available all day in Youth Services.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Rainforest Family Dance Party Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Swing, stomp, and shake like rainforest animals! Come dressed as your favorite animal or just bring your best dance moves! View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Rainforest Family Dance Party 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Swing, stomp, and shake like rainforest animals! Come dressed as your favorite animal or just bring your best dance moves! Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Dragon Family Storytime Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Enter the magical world of dragons through stories and songs in this fire-breathing free family storytime. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Dragon Family Storytime 2:30pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Enter the magical world of dragons through stories and songs in this fire-breathing free family storytime.
This event is in the "Adults" group Craft & Chat Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Community Info Area at Main Branch Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Age Group: Adults We invite you to get creative at the library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7PM to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 30 2025 Tue Craft & Chat 4:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Community Info Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Event Description: We invite you to get creative at the library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7PM to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Noon Year's Eve Party Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Too little to stay up ‘til midnight? No problem! Celebrate the New Year early with crafts, dancing, and a countdown to noon! View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Dec 31 2025 Wed Noon Year's Eve Party 11:30am–12:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Too little to stay up ‘til midnight? No problem! Celebrate the New Year early with crafts, dancing, and a countdown to noon!
Closing Early at 5pm Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, BookBike/ArtCart, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite Early closing at 5 p.m. Closing Dec 31 2025 Wed Closing Closing Early at 5pm 5:00pm–8:00pm Branches: Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, BookBike/ArtCart, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite Description: Early closing at 5 p.m.
Closed All Day Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, BookBike/ArtCart, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite The library is closed. Closing Jan 1 2026 Thu Closing Closed All Day Branches: Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, BookBike/ArtCart, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite Description: The library is closed.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Science Discovery: Dinosaurs Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumCelebrate dinosaurs with stories, songs and activities based on these fantastic creatures. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Science Discovery: Dinosaurs 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumCelebrate dinosaurs with stories, songs and activities based on these fantastic creatures. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Super Mega Glow Party for Kids! Friday, January 2, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumGet ready for a super-mega-electrifying adventure! Enjoy music, disco balls, black lights, glow sticks, and glow-tastic activities. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 2 2026 Fri Super Mega Glow Party for Kids! 2:30pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumGet ready for a super-mega-electrifying adventure! Enjoy music, disco balls, black lights, glow sticks, and glow-tastic activities. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Puzzles and Pretzels Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a fun afternoon of puzzle building and designing, pretzel eating and so much more! View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Puzzles and Pretzels 1:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a fun afternoon of puzzle building and designing, pretzel eating and so much more! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Baby Gym Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5) Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Jan 5 2026 Mon Baby Gym 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5) Program Type: Learning, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Craft & Chat Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Community Info Area at Main Branch Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Age Group: Adults We invite you to get creative at the library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7PM to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Craft & Chat 4:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Community Info Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Event Description: We invite you to get creative at the library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7PM to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends.
This event is in the "Adults" group Trans Parenting Rochester Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm 2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch Program Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Adults Parents and caregivers of transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive individuals get together to share resources, joys, and concerns. Trans Parenting Rochester meets on the first Tuesday of every month, and is intended for adults only. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Trans Parenting Rochester 6:00pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Parents and caregivers of transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive individuals get together to share resources, joys, and concerns. Trans Parenting Rochester meets on the first Tuesday of every month, and is intended for adults only. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Lapsit Storytime Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5) Rochester Public Library AuditoriumEnjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Lapsit Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5) Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumEnjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Get Moving Storytime Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5) Rochester Public Library AuditoriumEngage in active rhymes, songs, and interactive stories. This 20-minute preschool storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5 years old and their families. View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Get Moving Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5) Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumEngage in active rhymes, songs, and interactive stories. This 20-minute preschool storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5 years old and their families. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Buggy Boogie Preschool Dance Party Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: General Program Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumPut on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschoolers! Special dance parties will be held on the following dates: View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Buggy Boogie Preschool Dance Party 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Program Type: General Program Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumPut on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschoolers! Special dance parties will be held on the following dates: Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
This event is in the "Adults" group Social Worker Hours Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm Community Info Area at Main Branch Program Type: Partner Program Age Group: Adults A GPS Social Worker is available at the library to connect you to local resources for housing, food, employment, health, safety and other community services. Stop by at the Community Corner on the 2nd Floor of the library. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Social Worker Hours 1:30pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Community Info Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Partner Program Event Description: A GPS Social Worker is available at the library to connect you to local resources for housing, food, employment, health, safety and other community services. Stop by at the Community Corner on the 2nd Floor of the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feel Good Fiction Book Club Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Library AuditoriumJoin us each month for a book club focusing on uplifting novels and stories. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Feel Good Fiction Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: Library AuditoriumJoin us each month for a book club focusing on uplifting novels and stories.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Storytime at History Center of Olmsted County Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Join us for a storytime at History Center of Olmsted County (1195 W Circle Dr, 55902) and stay for a tour with museum staff. Admission is free for this event. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Storytime at History Center of Olmsted County 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us for a storytime at History Center of Olmsted County (1195 W Circle Dr, 55902) and stay for a tour with museum staff. Admission is free for this event. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Family Lego® & Craft Night Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Creative, Learning, Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumStart your weekend with a fun-filled family event featuring Lego® building challenges and creative craft projects! View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 9 2026 Fri Family Lego® & Craft Night 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Creative, Learning, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumStart your weekend with a fun-filled family event featuring Lego® building challenges and creative craft projects! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
