Local History Walking Tour: Heritage Trail

Hosted by Dan CodyMeet on the north side of the Rundel Memorial Building for a 1-mile walking tour of this urban trail that tells the story of Rochester through its buildings and landmarks. The trail takes us from the earliest days of Rochester to the present. *In case......More

Hosted by Dan CodyMeet on the north side of the Rundel Memorial Building for a 1-mile walking tour of this urban trail that tells the story of Rochester through its buildings and landmarks. The trail takes us from the earliest days of Rochester to the present. *In case of inclement weather, tour may be canceled.Registration is recommended, but not required.

Central - Local History Division, Central Library

Local History Walking Tour: Multicultural Rochester

Hosted by Emily MorryThis 1.1-mile walking tour focuses on the significant role that immigrants, migrants, and minority group members have played in the economic, social, and cultural development of Rochester. The tour begins at the former location of the largely immigr......More

Hosted by Emily MorryThis 1.1-mile walking tour focuses on the significant role that immigrants, migrants, and minority group members have played in the economic, social, and cultural development of Rochester. The tour begins at the former location of the largely immigrant-built Erie Canal, and ends at the Rundel Memorial Library, where locals and visitors alike can learn more about Rochesterâs immigrant communities as well as their own ethnic and racial heritage using the resources available in the Local History & Genealogy Division. Meet on the north side of the Rundel Memorial Building.*In case of inclement weather, tour may be canceled.Registration is recommended but not required.

Central - Local History Division, Central Library

Senior Planet Program Series: Exploring AI

Thereâs no doubt artificial intelligence (AI) is a hot topic, and for good reason! AI technology is rapidly developing and increasingly impacting our lives. This multiweek series will explain the AI tools that have been part of everyday life for a while and also explore......More

Thereâs no doubt artificial intelligence (AI) is a hot topic, and for good reason! AI technology is rapidly developing and increasingly impacting our lives. This multiweek series will explain the AI tools that have been part of everyday life for a while and also explore cutting edge applications of the technology. Weâll look at ways we can use AI tools to help with a variety of tasks from writing emails to creating artistic images. Youâll also learn tips for identifying AI-generated content, best practices for using AI, and how to stay safe.Note: Seniors 60 only for Senior Planet programs.

Central - Tech Center Classroom, Central Library

BenAnna Interactive Concert

Engage in a family-friendly live interactive concert with BenAnna!

Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium, Central Library

Brownbag Book Discussion: Martyr! by Karen Akbar

Join us for a discussion of this gripping novel about a young man who faces struggles with addiction, displacement, and violence, seeking meaning through poetry and art. Bring your lunch, and we will provide the coffee and goodies.. All are welcome and no registration ......More

Join us for a discussion of this gripping novel about a young man who faces struggles with addiction, displacement, and violence, seeking meaning through poetry and art. Bring your lunch, and we will provide the coffee and goodies.. All are welcome and no registration is required. Copies of the book are available at the BLB Circulation Desk at the Central Library.For more information call: 428-8360.

Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium, Central Library

Magic with Lewis St. Andrew

Join Lewis St. Andrew for a lively magic show!

Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium, Central Library

Seneca Park ZooMobile: Animal Movements

Get an up-close, personal look at how animals move. Preschoolers will hop, slither and crawl just like the animals that they meet.

Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium, Central Library

Local History Walking Tour: Beyond Flour and Flowers- Industry in Rochester

Hosted by Emily MorryRochesterâs logo, a blue lilac combined with a water wheel, is telling of the cityâs industrial history. Both the logo and the nicknames it featuresâFlour City and Flower Cityâevoke the two major industries that fueled the cityâs early development. ......More

Hosted by Emily MorryRochesterâs logo, a blue lilac combined with a water wheel, is telling of the cityâs industrial history. Both the logo and the nicknames it featuresâFlour City and Flower Cityâevoke the two major industries that fueled the cityâs early development. However, a myriad otherâand perhaps lesser knownâlocal industries and inventions also helped put Rochester on the map. Meet on the north side of the Rundel Memorial Building to explore Rochesterâs industrial history on this 1.2-mile walking tour.*In case of inclement weather, tour may be canceledRegistration is recommended, but not required.

Central - Local History Division, Central Library

Science Heroes Jr.: Adventure of the Missing Color

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science thatâs all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium, Central Library

Drag Story Hour with Mrs. Kasha Davis

You donât want to miss this special storytime with the famous, fabulous drag queen, Mrs. Kasha Davis! For kids of all ages.MKD will read from her original childrens book, a story about love, acceptance, and most of all - "If you see someone who is different in this worl......More

You donât want to miss this special storytime with the famous, fabulous drag queen, Mrs. Kasha Davis! For kids of all ages.MKD will read from her original childrens book, a story about love, acceptance, and most of all - "If you see someone who is different in this world, be kind."

Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium