Library maker spaces are transformative spaces and technology, inviting library users to create, innovate and collaborate. A number of the MCLS member libraries have MakerSpaces and Maker technology that patrons are invited to use when available. Check out what types of maker technology is available at MCLS libraries. Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County […]
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Monroe County kids and teens love to read! Wondering which books were the most popular with them this past year? Below are the most checked-out titles of 2023 for kids and teens across formats: e-books, audiobooks, and physical books. Check out these top checkouts of 2023, and other materials through the Libby app, or simply […]
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Here are the 10 most-borrowed Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction books borrowed across the Monroe County Library System in 2023. Check out these top checkouts of 2023, and other materials through the Libby app, or simply search the MCLS catalog to get started. Top Adult Fiction Titles #1 Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel by Bonnie Garmus […]
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Monroe County residents no longer need to stand by helplessly when someone suffers cardiac arrest. They can now learn to save lives with CPR from the comfort of their own homes. Hands-Only CPR training kits are available to borrow from select Monroe County Libraries. Thanks to a collaboration from the American Heart Association, UR Medicine, […]
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Adult Book Lists
All in the Family Autism Battling Antisemitism Black Authors Booklist Books about Bears Books about Books Eclipses in Adult Fiction & Nonfiction Indian & Middle Eastern Authors Indigenous Authors Booklist LGBTQ+ Booklist Short Reads Sweet & Spicy Booklist
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Computer & Internet Classes Computer Classes at MCLS Member Libraries TechAge: Technology Learning Center for Adults Louis S. Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester, 1200 Edgewood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618. Call 585-461-2000 X463 email at techage@jccrochester.org. General Adult Education Classes & High School Equivalency Action for a Better Community New York State Education Department Rochester EOC OACES […]
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Community Directories The Information Center of the Central Library maintains information on services in the area: Holiday Information Bulletin (English Version) Holiday Information Bulletin (Spanish Version) Shelters and Meals Bulletin Monroe County Area Food Cupboards Bulletin (English Version) Monroe County Area Food Cupboards Bulletin (Spanish Version) Local Shelters Open Door Mission at 56 N Plymouth Avenue is reducing […]
https://libraryweb.org/adults/community-assistance/September is Library Card Sign Up Month Septiembre es el Mes de Inscripción para la Tarjeta de la Biblioteca
September is Library Card Sign-up Month when the Monroe County Library System joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind everyone about the valuable resources available with a library card. From borrowing books, ebooks, and audiobooks to getting homework help, learning new skills, or attending a book club or story time, a […]
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