This event is in the "Adults" group English Conversation Group Thursday, January 15, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 15 2026 Thu English Conversation Group 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Enjoy a casual hour with new friends as you practice your English skills. Adults are welcome to come join us in conversation. 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 Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Youth Services Area at Main Branch Program Type: General Program Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Dinosaurs have gotten loose in the library! Stop by Youth Services anytime the library is open Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18 to see if you can find them all. 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 16 2026 Fri Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt 10:00am–6:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: General Program Event Description: Dinosaurs have gotten loose in the library! Stop by Youth Services anytime the library is open Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18 to see if you can find them all. 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 16, 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 16 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
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 Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Youth Services Area at Main Branch Program Type: General Program Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Dinosaurs have gotten loose in the library! Stop by Youth Services anytime the library is open Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18 to see if you can find them all. 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 17 2026 Sat Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt 10:00am–6:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: General Program Event Description: Dinosaurs have gotten loose in the library! Stop by Youth Services anytime the library is open Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18 to see if you can find them all. 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 Distant Worlds Book Club Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am 2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults 2nd Floor Meeting RoomJoin us each month for a book club focusing on fantasy and sci-fi stories. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 17 2026 Sat Distant Worlds Book Club 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: 2nd Floor Meeting RoomJoin us each month for a book club focusing on fantasy and sci-fi stories. 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 "Families" group Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Youth Services Area at Main Branch Program Type: General Program Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Dinosaurs have gotten loose in the library! Stop by Youth Services anytime the library is open Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18 to see if you can find them all. 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 18 2026 Sun Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt 10:00am–6:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: General Program Event Description: Dinosaurs have gotten loose in the library! Stop by Youth Services anytime the library is open Friday, January 16 through Sunday, January 18 to see if you can find them all. 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, Bookmobile, Offsite The library is closed today. Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Closed All Day Branches: Main Branch, Volunteer Use, Online, Outreach, Bookmobile, Offsite Description: The library is closed today.
This event is in the "Adults" group Craft & Chat Tuesday, January 20, 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 20 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 "Teens" group Teen LGBTQIA+ Board Game Night at the Library! Tuesday, January 20, 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. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Teen LGBTQIA+ Board Game Night at the Library! 5:30pm–7:30pm 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. 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 Cover 2 Cover Book Club Tuesday, January 20, 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 God of the Woods by Liz Moore View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Cover 2 Cover Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm 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 God of the Woods by Liz Moore 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, January 21, 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 21 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 21, 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 21 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.
Rochester Public Library Board Meeting Wednesday, January 21, 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 View Details Jan 21 2026 Wed Rochester Public Library Board Meeting 4:30pm–6:00pm 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, January 21, 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 View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 21 2026 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 "Families" group Preschool Dance Party Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: General Program Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Put 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:January 8: Buggy Boogie Dance Party View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 22 2026 Thu 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: Put 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:January 8: Buggy Boogie Dance Party 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 Storytime at Pipsqueaks Indoor Play Zone Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Join us at Pipsqueaks Indoor Play Zone (903 W. Center Street, 55902) for a fun-filled storytime. Admission will be free all day (9:30AM - 1PM) for this event. View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 23 2026 Fri Storytime at Pipsqueaks Indoor Play Zone 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us at Pipsqueaks Indoor Play Zone (903 W. Center Street, 55902) for a fun-filled storytime. Admission will be free all day (9:30AM - 1PM) 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 "Adults" group Mystery Book Club Monday, January 26, 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 RoomJoin us for a monthly discussion about mystery novels! Each month we read a mystery of your choice on a shared theme. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 26 2026 Mon Mystery Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm 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 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 Tuesday, January 27, 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 27 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 Craft & Chat Class for Adults: Shibori-Inspired Paper Snowflakes Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm 2nd Floor Meeting Room at Main Branch Program Type: Creative Age Group: Adults Learn how to fold and cut basket-style coffee filters and then play with dye to make decorative, sophisticated snowflakes that are truly one of a kind and a surprise to reveal. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 27 2026 Tue Craft & Chat Class for Adults: Shibori-Inspired Paper Snowflakes 6:00pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Creative Event Description: Learn how to fold and cut basket-style coffee filters and then play with dye to make decorative, sophisticated snowflakes that are truly one of a kind and a surprise to reveal. 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 28, 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 28 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 28, 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 28 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 "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Winter Concert with Hans Mayer Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Children’s recording artist, Hans Mayer, returns to Rochester Public Library with a silly Winter concert guaranteed to tickle your funny bone! 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 28 2026 Wed Winter Concert with Hans Mayer 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Children’s recording artist, Hans Mayer, returns to Rochester Public Library with a silly Winter concert guaranteed to tickle your funny bone! 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 Real Reads Nonfiction Book Club Wednesday, January 28, 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 28 2026 Wed Real Reads Nonfiction Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: 2nd Floor Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Description: Rochester Public Library 2nd Floor Meeting Room Join us each month to discuss a different non-fiction book. 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 "Families" group Preschool Dance Party Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: General Program Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Put 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:January 8: Buggy Boogie Dance Party View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 29 2026 Thu 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: Put 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:January 8: Buggy Boogie Dance Party 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.
