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Large Print Book Discussion Kits
 A talking book or a large print book that’s easy on the eyes can make reading a pleasure. The Outreach Department, along with the generosity of local Lions Club and New York/Bermuda Lions Foundation, combined large print and CD book discussion kits for those who find regular print impossible to read.
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Sokol High School Literary Awards Winners
 The Friends & Foundation of the Rochester Public Library are pleased to announce the winners of the 2013 Sokol High School Literary Awards Contest.
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Local History ROCS!
 We all know the stories of such local luminaries as Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, but there are many, many more yet to be discovered.
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In Home Service
 If you love to read but can’t get to your local library because of illness, frailty or disability, let the library come to you.
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The History of Rochester Baseball
 The Rochester Public Library, in partnership with the Rochester Baseball Historical Society presents a uniquely local view of America’s national pastime, “Rochester Baseball From Mumford’s Meadow to Frontier Field”.
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Library Events
A sampling of what's coming up at MCLS libraries on Tuesday, May 21:
How to Raise a Money-Smart Child
- Gates Public Library.
In today's society it's vital to teach your children the different choices they have for money. Our "Raising a Money Smart Child Tools" will help you learn how to teach your children and grandchildren about financial goal-setting, self-discipline and the basics of making wise money choices. Asian Heritage Month Movie: Picture Bride (PG-13; 98 min.) Tuesday, May 21 @
- Brighton Memorial Library.
Set in 1918, 17-year old Riyo, sent from Japan to Hawaii as a mail-order bride after exchanging photographs with a sugar cane worker, finds that he appeared much younger in his portrait and is at least 25 years her senior; marriage is now out of the question in this
dramatic story. Card making with Tracy Muller
- Hamlin Public Library.
Make 4 or 5 beautiful handmade, original seasonal or general greeting cards at each session. Material fee $10.00 paid to instructor for each class in which you attend. (Registration required for each class date you want to attend) ADULT NON-FICTION EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION
- Parma Public Library.
2 for 1 SPECIAL! We are doing something a little different for May 21st. We are showing the movie: The Perfect Storm starring George Clooney at 5 pm and are discussing the book The perfect Storm at 7 pm. We will be serving snacks. This non-fiction evening group is in ADDITION to our usual 2 pm, 2nd Wednesday of every-month Book Discussion group, which will continue as always. Food For Thought Adult Book Discussion Group
- Charlotte Branch.
May's selection is "The Distant Hours" by Kate Morton. A letter lost for fifty years... a crumbling British castle... a dark family mystery... and London editor Edie Burchill must get to the bottom of it all! Reviewers called this novel "spellbinding" and a "surprising and deeply satisfying read". Borrow a copy at the library and then join us for some great conversation. Infant Storytime
- Chili Public Library.
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays followed by an open play session. K-2 Book Club
- Brockport-Seymour Library.
Children in grades kindergarten through second grade are invited to join us for a story, a snack, and fun book-related activities! Registration required. Take and Make Crafts
- Gates Public Library.
Do you love to make things? Every month our Children's Librarian puts out bags filled with instructions and supplies to make a new craft. This month's craft is "Sun Handprint". A sample is on display at the library. MOVIE NIGHT
- Irondequoit - Evans Branch.
No registration required. Movie selected will appeal to a wide adult audience and may not be appropriate for children. Movie Tuesdays
- Highland Branch.
Relax with your friends after a long day of school and watch a movie with us. Open Computer Lab
- Central Library.
Stop by the computer training lab on the first floor of the Bausch and Lomb building at Central for technical assistance with resumes, job applications and eBook downloads.
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