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Get Moving Storytime

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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 "All" group

Friends Winter Book Sale - Preview Sale for Friends Members

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Age Group:
All

Admission to the Book Sale Preview this evening is reserved for members of the Friends of Rochester Public Library group only.  Friends memberships can be renewed or purchased at the door.  See 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All
Event Description:

Admission to the Book Sale Preview this evening is reserved for members of the Friends of Rochester Public Library group only.  Friends memberships can be renewed or purchased at the door.  See 

Disclaimer(s)

This event is hosted by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Feel Good Fiction Book Group

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

2nd Floor Meeting Room

Join us each month for a book club focusing on uplifting novels and stories.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

2nd Floor Meeting Room

Join us each month for a book club focusing on uplifting novels and stories.

This event is in the "All" group

Friends Winter Book Sale

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Age Group:
All

Come shop for used books at great prices!  Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All
Event Description:

Come shop for used books at great prices!  Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. 

Disclaimer(s)

This event is hosted by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

This event is in the "All" group

Friends Winter Book Sale

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Age Group:
All

Come shop for used books at great prices!  Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All
Event Description:

Come shop for used books at great prices!  Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. 

Disclaimer(s)

This event is hosted by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

This event is in the "All" group

Friends Winter Book Sale

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Age Group:
All

Come shop for used books at great prices!  Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: All
Event Description:

Come shop for used books at great prices!  Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. 

Disclaimer(s)

This event is hosted by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group

Baby Gym

Monday, February 9, 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

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 "Youth (ages 0-5)" group

Lapsit Storytime

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Enjoy 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Enjoy 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, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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.

Closed

All Day
Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, Outreach, Offsite

The library is closed today.

Closing
Branches:
Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, Outreach, Offsite
Description:

The library is closed today.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen LGBTQIA+ Board Game Night at the Library!

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Teens

Ready to play Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Sparkle Kitty, and other fun games? Join us for this welcoming meetup led by Rochester Public Schools GSA members. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Social Gathering
Event Description:

Ready to play Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Sparkle Kitty, and other fun games? Join us for this welcoming meetup led by Rochester Public Schools GSA members. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cover 2 Cover Book Club

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Learning, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Join us each month to discuss a popular book you'll want to read cover to cover.

This month we'll be reading The Color Purple by Alice Walker

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Learning, Social Gathering
Event Description:

Join us each month to discuss a popular book you'll want to read cover to cover.

This month we'll be reading The Color Purple by Alice Walker

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

Lapsit Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Enjoy 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Enjoy 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, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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.

Rochester Public Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Board Meeting

You can view a live stream of the Board meeting on the Library's YouTube channel  https://www.youtube.com/user/RochPubLibrary 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Description:

You can view a live stream of the Board meeting on the Library's YouTube channel  https://www.youtube.com/user/RochPubLibrary 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Learning, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

2nd Floor Meeting Room

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Learning, Social Gathering
Event Description:

2nd Floor Meeting Room

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
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All" group

English Conversation Group

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults, All

Enjoy a casual hour with new friends as you practice your English language or conversational skills.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults, All
Program Type: Social Gathering
Event Description:

Enjoy a casual hour with new friends as you practice your English language or conversational skills.

This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group

Baby Gym

Monday, February 23, 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

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

Mystery Book Club

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Rochester Public Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room

Join us for a monthly discussion about mystery novels!  Each month we read a mystery of your choice on a shared theme.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room

Join us for a monthly discussion about mystery novels!  Each month we read a mystery of your choice on a shared theme.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft & Chat Class for Adults

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Creative
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative

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, February 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Enjoy 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Enjoy 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, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5)

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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. 

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Engage 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 "Teens" group

Teen Zine Workshop at Northrup Community Education

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Outreach
Program Type:
Creative
Age Group:
Teens

Northrup Community Education, 201 8th Street NW (55904)

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Creative
Event Description:

Northrup Community Education, 201 8th Street NW (55904)

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.

These programs are for teens in grades 7-12.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Real Reads Nonfiction Book Club

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Rochester Public Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room 

Join us each month to discuss a different non-fiction book.

In February we'll be discussing Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne.

Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Description:

Rochester Public Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room 

Join us each month to discuss a different non-fiction book.

In February we'll be discussing Sociopath: A Memoir by Patric Gagne.

Disclaimer(s)

This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library

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