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Historical Fiction Book Club

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
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 read and discuss a different historical fiction novel.

In April, we'll be discussing A Disappearance in Fiji by Nilima Rao.

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

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Creative, Learning, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults, All

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Join us to practice your origami skills with other enthusiasts. All ages and skill levels welcome.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Mystery Book Club

Monday, April 27, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
yarn and crafting project out on a table

Craft & Chat

Tuesday, April 28, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
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DIY Coiled Yarn Basket for Adults

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Creative, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to create your own coiled basket using scrap yarn and cord. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own yarn or cord/rope. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Real Reads Nonfiction Book Club

Wednesday, April 29, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Worker Hours

Thursday, April 30, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
book cover of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

Vintage Book Club

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Learning, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Join us each month to discuss classic works of literature.

This month we'll be reading A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith

To register please contact, Lynette Perry the groups host.

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
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Puzzles and Pretzels

Saturday, May 2, 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 Auditorium

Join us for a fun afternoon of puzzle building and designing, pretzel eating and so much more! 

This event is in the "Adults" group
yarn and crafting project out on a table

Craft & Chat

Tuesday, May 5, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Trans Parenting Rochester

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Worker Hours

Thursday, May 7, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Book Cover for Garden of Small Beginnings

Feel Good Fiction Book Club

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Library Auditorium

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

This event is in the "Adults" group
Memoir

Fascinating Lives Book Club

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Join us each month for a book club focusing on biographies and memoirs. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
yarn and crafting project out on a table

Craft & Chat

Tuesday, May 12, 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. 

This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All" group
Project: Constellation band standing in the snow

Project: Constellation - Scandinavian Music 1890-Today

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Learning, Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Families, Adults, All

Join us for a concert of traditional and contemporary Scandinavian music from performers Santiago and Christina Silva.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Worker Hours

Thursday, May 14, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Distant Worlds Book Club

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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 fantasy and sci-fi stories.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All" group
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Game Day at the Library!

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults, All

Rochester Public Library Auditorium

Join us monthly for fun afternoons of card playing, dice throwing, and so much more! 

This event is in the "Adults" group
yarn and crafting project out on a table

Craft & Chat

Tuesday, May 19, 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
book cover for The Great Divide

Cover 2 Cover Book Club

Tuesday, May 19, 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 Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez

This event is in the "Adults" group
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Spanish Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 20, 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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Social Worker Hours

Thursday, May 21, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
English language hello words on a chalkboard

English Conversation Group

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch
Program Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a casual hour with new friends as you practice your English skills. Adults are welcome to come join us in conversation.

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