
At the Rochester Public Library we strive to provide a variety of programs to meet the needs and interests of our patrons. Click HERE to see our Winter 2021/2022 newsletter. Please contact the Library if you have any questions.


DIY Plant Starters
Saturday | 10:00 a.m.
During this program, we will be starting plants in recycled K-cups. Come dressed to get dirty. Weather permitting we will be outside.
Narnia Trivia
Saturday | 10:00 a.m.
Do you love Narnia? Well, this is your chance to show us how much you know. Each family will make a team. Let’s crawl through the wardrobe and see how much you remember.
Worm Composting
Saturday | 10:00 a.m.
We will be learning about worm composting as we start our very own worm farm in our children’s garden.
The Medicine Woman
Design a Digging Tool
Tuesday | 4:00 p.m.
During the spring we will be offering a series called
The Great Stone Age STEM Challenge. This
challenge will have the students figure out how to
survive after their cave was destroyed by an
earthquake
For this challenge, students will plan, design, and build a tool that can scoop and lift dirt.
Concepts: linear measurement, volume, force, and motion, simple machines.
The Gatherer
Weave a Basket
Tuesday | 4:00 p.m.
For this challenge, students will plan, design, and build a basket that will hold weight.
Concepts: linear measurement, capacity
The Hunter
Build a Bow and Arrow
Tuesday |4:00 p.m.
For this challenge, students will plan, design, and build a working bow and arrow.
Concepts: force and motion, linear measurement, potential energy
Moving West
Thursday | 1:00 p.m.
This homeschool series will focus on adventurous people who took on the western movement and changed the face of America. These pockets will be bound and engaging. Your child will love showing off what they have learned.