This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Social Worker Hours 1:30pm–5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Social Worker Hours 1:30pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch 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 "Teens" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Teen Crafternoon 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Teen Crafternoon 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Teenscape Age Group: Teens Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library TeenScapeTeens in grades 6-12 are invited to drop into TeenScape for afternoon crafting. Bring your own project or we'll provide a new project! 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 "All" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Friends Autumn Book Sale - Friends members only preview 5:00pm–7:00pm All This event is in the "All" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Friends Autumn Book Sale - Friends members only preview 5:00pm–7:00pm 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 Oct 9 2025 Thu Queer Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 9 2025 Thu Queer Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: Rochester Public Library 2nd Floor Meeting RoomJoin us each month to explore and discuss different types of queer books and media.
This event is in the "All" group Oct 10 2025 Fri Friends Autumn Book Sale 10:00am–5:30pm All This event is in the "All" group Oct 10 2025 Fri Friends Autumn Book Sale 10:00am–5:30pm 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 This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Oct 10 2025 Fri Autumn Storytime at Chester Woods Park 10:30am–11:00am Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families 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 Oct 10 2025 Fri Autumn Storytime at Chester Woods Park 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Chester Woods Amphitheater (8378 14 Highway SE, Eyota, MN 55934) 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 Oct 11 2025 Sat Friends Autumn Book Sale 10:00am–5:30pm All This event is in the "All" group Oct 11 2025 Sat Friends Autumn Book Sale 10:00am–5:30pm 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 Oct 12 2025 Sun Friends Autumn Book Sale 12:00pm–4:00pm All This event is in the "All" group Oct 12 2025 Sun Friends Autumn Book Sale 12:00pm–4:00pm 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 Oct 13 2025 Mon Baby Gym 10:30am–11:30am Youth (ages 0-5) This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Oct 13 2025 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 Oct 14 2025 Tue Craft & Chat 4:00pm–7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 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 "Adults" group Oct 14 2025 Tue Banned Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 14 2025 Tue Banned Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: Join us for open discussions about banned or challenged books! Read a book of your choice to discuss with the group. Not sure what to choose? We have suggestions!
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Lapsit Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Youth (ages 0-5) This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Oct 15 2025 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 Oct 15 2025 Wed Get Moving Storytime 11:00am–11:30am Youth (ages 0-5) This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group Oct 15 2025 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 "Adults" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Rochester Public Library Board Meeting 4:30pm–6:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Rochester Public Library Board Meeting 4:30pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults 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 Oct 15 2025 Wed Spanish Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 15 2025 Wed Spanish Conversation Group 6:30pm–7:30pm 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 "Families" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Outer Space Family Dance Party 10:30am–11:00am Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families 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 Oct 16 2025 Thu Outer Space 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: General Program Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumPut on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop interstellar dancing fun for 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 "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Sensory Friendly Silent Dance Party (Registration Required) 11:30am–12:00pm Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Registration Required 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 Oct 16 2025 Thu Sensory Friendly Silent Dance Party (Registration Required) 11:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Sensory Friendly Registration Required Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumBring your headphones with your own music, or just enjoy the silence during this sensory friendly silent dance party featuring colorful, static lights. Disclaimer(s) Your registration information is subject to the privacy policies listed on the library website.
This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Social Worker Hours 1:30pm–5:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Social Worker Hours 1:30pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch 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 "Youth (ages 6-12)" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Lego Ramped Up: Vehicle Build-a-Thon 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth (ages 6-12) This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Lego Ramped Up: Vehicle Build-a-Thon 2:30pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12) Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumBuild some wheelie wild vehicles and test them on ramps and driving courses! 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 Oct 16 2025 Thu Teen Crafternoon 4:30pm–5:30pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Oct 16 2025 Thu Teen Crafternoon 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Teenscape Age Group: Teens Program Type: Creative, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library TeenScapeTeens in grades 6-12 are invited to drop into TeenScape for afternoon crafting. Bring your own project or we'll provide a new project! 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 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 Oct 16 2025 Thu English Conversation Group 6:00pm–7:00pm Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults, All 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 Oct 16 2025 Thu English Conversation Group 6:00pm–7:00pm 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 This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Mega Glow Party for Kids! 10:30am–11:30am Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families 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 Oct 17 2025 Fri Mega Glow Party for Kids! 10:30am–11:30am 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 an 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 "Families" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Baby-Sitters Club Celebration 2:30pm–3:30pm Youth (ages 6-12), Families This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Baby-Sitters Club Celebration 2:30pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumCelebrate your favorite Baby-Sitters with activities, crafts, and 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 "Adults" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Adult Lego® & Craft Party 4:30pm–5:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Oct 17 2025 Fri Adult Lego® & Craft Party 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room 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 Meeting Room every Friday between 4:30-5:30PM for an Adult Lego® & Craft Night and meet new friends.
