The Arnett Branch Library celebrates the completion of its Book Spine Mural project— which began in 2017 — on Sept. 15.
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Calendar preview: Nowhere to be, but lots to see
Film, literature, and writing get the spotlight as Rochester’s arts community slates opportunities to connect and reflect.
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Crafting through the holidays
Finding time to get the right gifts, decorate your house and spend time with family can be difficult in our fast-paced world. So this holiday season, spare yourself the stress and do all three at once – DIY! Crafts can make thoughtful gifts, be used as decorations, and be the perfect way to spend time […]
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Feedback 9/2
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Historical society works on finances
The Rochester Historical Society continues to struggle financially, and is currently living rent-free at Rochester Public Library’s Rundel building on South Avenue. But a plan is in place that will hopefully help, says society President Patrick Malgieri. It includes a commitment from board members to donate $100,000 to the society over three years. The society’s […]
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Climate change and social justice
An upcoming program of the Friends and Foundation of the Rochester Public Library will focus on the local opportunities and challenges posed by climate change. Follow the Money: Costs and Opportunities from Climate Change will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 2, at the Central Library’s Kate Gleason Auditorium, 115 South Avenue. The […]
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Historical Society hits a rough patch
The Rochester Historical Society’s board is facing some serious financial challenges, and the head of its board says it may need to change how it operates. Board Chair Pat Malgieri says the Historical Society’s challenges mirror those facing cultural organizations across the country, and the economy is a factor. In an interview last week, Malgieri […]
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Helping Sudan,
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Give and take
When government tightens the Rochester Public Library’s belt, full-time staff tends not to get cut, unlike books and hours. But in the 2004-05 budget, four full-time children’s librarians will become part-timers. What makes this year especially difficult for library administrators is that the RPL now falls below or barely meets certain state requirements. And […]
