Halloween Crafts

Prepare for Halloween with spooky crafts! Ages 5-12 recommended. No registration.

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Unheard Voices: The Fight for Tonawanda Seneca Nation's Way of Life

An hour southeast of Hilton, just off exit 48A on the thruway, you'll find the territory of the Tonawanda Seneca Nation. There you'll also find the proposed location for STAMP, or the WNY Science, Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP) mega-industrial site. ......More

An hour southeast of Hilton, just off exit 48A on the thruway, you'll find the territory of the Tonawanda Seneca Nation. There you'll also find the proposed location for STAMP, or the WNY Science, Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP) mega-industrial site. Join us for a short documentary and discussion with Nation citizens, where we'll learn about the existential threat the STAMP site poses to the sovereign Tonawanda Seneca Nation and its biologically diverse homeland, The Big Woods. Registration is appreciated!--This program is offered in partnership with Rochester Reads!, an annual city-wide tradition created by Writers & Books in 2001 that inspires readers to connect to one another through the shared experience of literature. This year's selection is Soil: The Story of a Black Mother's Garden by Camille T. Dungy.

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Bestsellers Book Club - The Mighty Red, Louise Erdrich

Join us for Bestsellers Book Club, where we discuss new(ish) and popular titles of all genres and interests! This month we will be reading The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich: "In Argus, North Dakota, a collection of people revolve around a fraught wedding. Gary Geist, a t......More

Join us for Bestsellers Book Club, where we discuss new(ish) and popular titles of all genres and interests! This month we will be reading The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich: "In Argus, North Dakota, a collection of people revolve around a fraught wedding. Gary Geist, a terrified young man set to inherit two farms, is desperate to marry Kismet Poe, an impulsive, lapsed Goth who can't read her future but seems to resolve his. Hugo, a gentle red-haired, home-schooled giant, is also in love with Kismet. Heâs determined to steal her and is eager to be a home wrecker. Kismet's mother, Crystal, hauls sugar beets for Gary's family, and on her nightly runs, tunes into the darkness of late-night radio, sees visions of guardian angels, and worries for the future, her daughterâs and her own.Human time, deep time, Red River time, the half-life of herbicides and pesticides, and the elegance of time represented in fracking core samples from unimaginable depths, is set against the speed of climate change, the depletion of natural resources, and the sudden economic meltdown of 2008-2009. How much does a dress cost? A used car? A package of cinnamon rolls? Can you see the shape of your soul in the everchanging clouds? Your personal salvation in the giant expanse of sky? These are the questions the people of the Red River Valley of the North wrestle with every day." --Provided by the PublisherAdult book clubs are open to ages 18 . Meetings: 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm in the library.Registration is OPTIONAL, but encouraged if you would like to be added to the email list to receive meeting reminders and other updates!

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Breaking Barriers: The Life of Frances Perkins

When a young Frances Perkins witnessed the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in the Spring of 1911, she embarked upon a career fighting for workers rights and protections. That work would take her all the way to the White House - as the first woman cabinet member and the long......More

When a young Frances Perkins witnessed the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in the Spring of 1911, she embarked upon a career fighting for workers rights and protections. That work would take her all the way to the White House - as the first woman cabinet member and the longest serving Secretary of Labor under FDR. Thanks in part to her tireless work, American workers are now protected by legislation and programs such as social security, unemployment insurance, a federal minimum wage, and child labor laws. Join MCC professor of History, Mark Sample, to learn all about Perkin's pioneering work and lasting legacy. Registration is appreciated!

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Ballet Jumpstart w/the Draper Center for Dance Education

Twirl into a free ballet program for children ages 3 and 4 presented by the Draper Center for Dance Education. Each class offers a fun, imaginative introduction to danceâhelping young children build physical skills, express themselves through music, and engage their cre......More

Twirl into a free ballet program for children ages 3 and 4 presented by the Draper Center for Dance Education. Each class offers a fun, imaginative introduction to danceâhelping young children build physical skills, express themselves through music, and engage their creativity. The class includes structured creative play, props, storytelling, and expressive pantomime, all designed to foster a sense of community, confidence, and inclusion. Registration is required.This is part of a 4-week class that takes place every Thursday from 10/23 to 11/13. Children are welcome to attend as many sessions as they would like.

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The Holocaust Project at Mount Hope Cemetery

In the spring of 2021, a chance encounter between a Board Member of the Friends of Mount Hope (FOMH) and a cemetery visitor led to the discovery that more than 130 Holocaust survivors are buried in Mount Hope Cemetery. Join us for this special talk that will explore the......More

In the spring of 2021, a chance encounter between a Board Member of the Friends of Mount Hope (FOMH) and a cemetery visitor led to the discovery that more than 130 Holocaust survivors are buried in Mount Hope Cemetery. Join us for this special talk that will explore the chain of events that uncovered this information, created a FOMH Holocaust Archive, and erected a Holocaust monument. Registration is appreciated!

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Puzzle Swap! đ§Š

Puzzlers of Hilton and Parma unite! Join us to get some new-to-you puzzles just in time for cozy season! How it works:1. Bring your gently used but complete puzzles to the library anytime November 3rd-7th. Receive an early admission ticket to our puzzle swap that Saturd......More

Puzzlers of Hilton and Parma unite! Join us to get some new-to-you puzzles just in time for cozy season! How it works:1. Bring your gently used but complete puzzles to the library anytime November 3rd-7th. Receive an early admission ticket to our puzzle swap that Saturday.2. Attend the library's puzzle swap on Saturday the 8th to replace your donations with new puzzles - your donor ticket will qualify you for early admission at 10:30! All donors will be encourage to peruse the full selection and pick 2-3 puzzles to take home with them. 3. At 11:00, puzzle swap doors will open to the general public with no further limitations on numbers - donors and non-donors alike may select as many puzzles as they wish from the remaining selection. We can't wait to see you there!

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CANCELLED - From Intern to Director: A Creative Journey with Kristina Kaiser

This event has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. Keep an eye out for future programming with Kristina!Rochester is a city with a rich and abundant local art scene, but how much do you know about it? Join local artist and community leader Kristina Kaiser for an......More

This event has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. Keep an eye out for future programming with Kristina!Rochester is a city with a rich and abundant local art scene, but how much do you know about it? Join local artist and community leader Kristina Kaiser for an inspiring presentation about her unexpected path from intern hopeful to Director of The Yards Collective. What began as a chance conversation around a fire pit led to over a decade of creative leadership, growth, and lessons learned the hard way.This visual talk will explore the history of The Yards Collective, the realities of running an artist-led space, and the resilience it takes to build community through art. Expect a mix of heartfelt storytelling, behind-the-scenes insight, and a candid Q&A session at the end.Registration is appreciated!

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Balance, Safety, and Care: Fall Prevention for Seniors

Join us for an informative session presented by Senior Helpers Rochester and Evergreen Place Enhanced Assisted Living focused on two important topics for older adults and their families.Participants will learn practical tips to reduce fall risks at home, simple exercise......More

Join us for an informative session presented by Senior Helpers Rochester and Evergreen Place Enhanced Assisted Living focused on two important topics for older adults and their families.Participants will learn practical tips to reduce fall risks at home, simple exercises to improve balance and strength, and ways to make living spaces safer and more supportive. The program will also explore the important decision of care options: remaining at home with supportive services versus transitioning to a community living setting. Weâll discuss the benefits and considerations of both paths to help families make the choice that best fits their needs. This program will provide valuable resources, expert guidance, and time for Q&A to ensure attendees leave with practical knowledge to support themselves or their loved ones.Registration is appreciated!

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Ballet Jumpstart w/the Draper Center for Dance Education

Twirl into a free ballet program for children ages 3 and 4 presented by the Draper Center for Dance Education. Each class offers a fun, imaginative introduction to danceâhelping young children build physical skills, express themselves through music, and engage their cre......More

Twirl into a free ballet program for children ages 3 and 4 presented by the Draper Center for Dance Education. Each class offers a fun, imaginative introduction to danceâhelping young children build physical skills, express themselves through music, and engage their creativity. The class includes structured creative play, props, storytelling, and expressive pantomime, all designed to foster a sense of community, confidence, and inclusion. Registration is required.This is part of a 4-week class that takes place every Thursday from 10/23 to 11/13. Children are welcome to attend as many sessions as they would like.

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Tech Tutor

Looking for help with your laptop computer or smartphone? Maybe you want to understand how to use social media apps, or cleanup your smartphone. Tech tutor is the place for you! Get one on one help with your any device you can bring to the library and a variety of techn......More

Looking for help with your laptop computer or smartphone? Maybe you want to understand how to use social media apps, or cleanup your smartphone. Tech tutor is the place for you! Get one on one help with your any device you can bring to the library and a variety of technologies, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google Suite, etc. These are drop-in hours, so feel free to come anytime between 1 and 3pm. *If you are unable to make drop-in hours due to regular scheduling difficulties, please call the library to see if we can accommodate you at a different time!

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Death Cafe - Talking about death, celebrating life!

Death CafĂŠs are gatherings held all over the world for the purpose of bringing death out of the taboo closet. It might sound morbid at first, but cafĂŠs give people a chance to talk about this important topic that every one of us will at some time experience. It has lo......More

Death CafĂŠs are gatherings held all over the world for the purpose of bringing death out of the taboo closet. It might sound morbid at first, but cafĂŠs give people a chance to talk about this important topic that every one of us will at some time experience. It has long been taught by many spiritual teachers that the more we recognize, accept and incorporate the reality of death, the more precious and vivid our lives become. Join us for this special program, and be surprised at how naturally these conversations turn toward reflections on what makes life joyful and meaningful!Presenter: Jennifer Sanfilippo, MBA (she/her) is a grief and bereavement counselor, end-of-life community educator, and the author of âOur Last Walk Home: Love, Cancer, and the Agony of Letting Go.â For more information, read Jennifer's short essay on why she hosts Death Cafes, or check out her website. Registration is required.

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Safe Holiday Shopping Online and Off

Holiday Shopping - Itâs that time of year! Join the NYS Division of Consumer Protection to learn money saving tips, legislation to protect consumers so you know your rights, and how to shop safely online and off.

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Paint: Autumn Greetings

Join us to get your creative juices flowing! This month we will paint a mailbox filled with Autumn greetings. Note: This painting session includes a brief printed tutorial for how to paint this design, but does not include instruction. For a longer form video tutorial, ......More

Join us to get your creative juices flowing! This month we will paint a mailbox filled with Autumn greetings. Note: This painting session includes a brief printed tutorial for how to paint this design, but does not include instruction. For a longer form video tutorial, feel free to check stepbysteppainting.net!

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Paint: Autumn Greetings

Join us to get your creative juices flowing! This month we will paint a mailbox filled with Autumn greetings. Note: This painting session includes a brief printed tutorial for how to paint this design, but does not include instruction. For a longer form video tutorial, ......More

Join us to get your creative juices flowing! This month we will paint a mailbox filled with Autumn greetings. Note: This painting session includes a brief printed tutorial for how to paint this design, but does not include instruction. For a longer form video tutorial, feel free to check stepbysteppainting.net!

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This Book Club is Gay - The Nightmare Before Kissmass

This Book Club is Gay features books centered around LGBTQIA characters and stories!This month we'll read The Nightmare Before Kissmass by Sarah Raasch: "Nicholas âCoalâ Claus used to love Christmas. Until his father, the reigning Santa, turned the holiday into a PR fa......More

This Book Club is Gay features books centered around LGBTQIA characters and stories!This month we'll read The Nightmare Before Kissmass by Sarah Raasch: "Nicholas âCoalâ Claus used to love Christmas. Until his father, the reigning Santa, turned the holiday into a PR façade. Coal will do anything to escape the spectacle, including getting tangled in a drunken, supremely hot make- out session with a beautiful man behind a seedy bar one night. But the heir to Christmas is soon commanded to do his duty: he will marry his best friend, Iris, the Easter Princess and his brotherâs not-so-secret crush. A situation that has disaster written all over it. Things go from bad to worse when a rival arrives to challenge Coal for the princessâs handâŚand Coal comes face-to-face with his mysterious behind-the-bar hottie: Hex, the Prince of Halloween. Itâs a fake competition between two holiday princes who canât keep their hands off each other over a marriage of convenience that no one wants. And it all leads to one of the sweetest, sexiest, messiest, most delightfully unforgettable love stories of the year."Adult book clubs are open to ages 18 . Meetings: The last Thursday of every monthRegistration is OPTIONAL, but ENCOURAGED if you would like to be added to the email list to receive meeting reminders and other updates!

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