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Digital Literacy Digital Literacy provides a free, one-to-one, drop-in service to individuals who want to learn basic computer skills or complete computer-essential tasks. The program is staffed by
volunteer navigators who work at various community sites. Digital Literacy: Literacy Volunteers of
Rochester, Inc. teach all skills needed for the basic operation of a computer. By “computer-essential tasks” we mean almost anything that you can imagine – from applying for a driver’s license, to creating an email account or a résumé, applying for a job, getting a song copyrighted or using your
patient portal. Ask and we’ll help with that! Please call the Gates Public Library at (585)247-6446 or
visit the programs page on our website for dates & times.
Sit, Knit & Stitch: Thursday, January 2, 6:30–8:30 PM.
Bring your own project and enjoy the company of others who enjoy needlecraft like knitting, stitching and crocheting. Beginners to experts are welcome. Bring a snack and beverage if you wish. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Tinker Lab: Friday, January 3, 10:00 – 11:00 AM.
On the first Friday of every month, children ages 3-5 will experiment, tinker, test and play with several different hands-on activities that explore art, science, technology and more
Each month will focus on a different theme. Please register.
Earring Workshop: Saturday, January 4 2–3:30 PM.
Welcome Winter 2020 with a brand-new pair of beaded snowflake earrings made by you. Deb Coller, instructor. All materials will be provided. Please register.
Baby Story Time: Monday, January 6, 9:30–10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Mary Jo: Monday, January 6, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys are all part of this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Ideas & Authors: Monday, January 6, 7–8:30PM.
Book discussion group for adults on the first Monday of each month. January's selection is any Melody Carlson Christmas book. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month in advance. No registration necessary.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 7, 10:15–11AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Technology for Seniors: Thursday, January 9.
Choose from one of two, one-hour sessions: 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM on the second Thursday of the month. Each month we tackle a new topic. If you own an electronic device, please bring it with you, otherwise you may borrow one from the library during the class. Registration is required and limited to 1 or 2 people per session. Register online or by calling the library at 247-6446.
Read With a Furry Friend!: Thursday, January 9, 6–7 PM. Stop in and read a book with Kat the therapy dog. She and Ms. Joanna will be in the children's area and ready to be read to. No registration necessary, all ages.
Family Story Time: Thursday, January 9, 6:30– 7:15 PM.
Stories, songs, activities and a craft will be included. A family program for all ages. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Preschool Dance Party: Friday, January 10, 10:00 to 10:30 AM.
Dance up a storm at our fun Friday party. For ages 1-5 with a caregiver. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Saturday Baby Story Time: Saturday, January 11, 9:30–10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Iron Chef: Saturday, January 11, 1:30–2:30 PM.
For ages 8-18. If you love the spirit of competition, join us today and bring your creativity. Each group will get a basket of the same four surprise ingredients and will have to create a delicious entrée. Some light cooking may be involved. Sign up with some friends for even more fun. Please register. Please inform us AT LEAST 2 WEEKS ahead of time if you have food allergies.
Baby Story Time: Monday, January 13, 9:30 – 10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Mary Jo: Monday, January 13, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys are all part of this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 14, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Junior Friends: Tuesday January 14, 4–5PM.
The Junior Friends are library volunteers ages 9-16 who meet year-round and help the library with book sales, programs, and decorations, among other fun things. We also get involved with community service activities.
Time For Tots: Wednesday, January 15, 10:15–11:15 AM.
Ages 1 through 5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys, followed by a short story time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Lego Club: Thursday January 16, 6:30–7:30PM.
Ages 5 through 12. Come build a new universe with our Legos! Please register.
Yoga Story Time: Friday January 17, 10-10:30AM.
For ages 1-5 with a caregiver. Hear stories while stretching and strengthening your body.. The stories will inspire children's minds as their bodies are busy supporting them. No registration.
How to Create Books With Shutterfly: Saturday, January 18, 1–3PM.
This adult class will teach you how to create beautiful hardcover and softcover books with Shutterfly. Designed for beginners, this class will cover how to upload your photos to the website, use the provided templates, and be creative in saving your treasured memories. Examples will be available. Please register.
Holiday Closing: Gates Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will reopen at 9:00AM on Tuesday, January 21.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 21, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Time For Tots: Wednesday, January 22, 10:15–11:15 AM.
Ages 1 through 5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys, followed by a short story time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Fiber in the Home presented by Greenlight Networks: Wednesday, January 22, 7–8:30PM.
PLEASE NOTE THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM DECEMBER 18. Learn about fiber-optic communication networks and how it's made its way throughout Monroe County and making its way into residential homes in the town of Gates. By the end of our session, you'll understand the advantage of using fiber and what is coming in the future. Please register.
Read With a Furry Friend!: Thursday, January 23, 6-7 PM.
Stop in and read a book with Kat the therapy dog. She and Ms. Joanna will be in the children's area and ready to be read to. No registration necessary, all ages.
Minecraft Club: Thursday, January 23, 6:30–7:30 PM.
Get ready to play Minecraft together in our Minecraft Club. Feel free to bring your own laptop or tablet (some may be provided). All ages. Registration is requested.
#ReadWomen Book Club: Thursday January 23, 6:30–7:30 PM.
This book club exclusively reads female authors. This month we are reading Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. Registration is requested.
Fairy Tale Friday: Friday, January 24, 10:15 – 11:00 AM. For ages 2 through 6 with a caregiver. Hear versions of a favorite fairy tale, sing songs, make a craft, and have a snack. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
2020 Census Job Recruitment Program – Session 1: Friday, January 24, 1–3PM. In advance of the 2020 Census, the U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people for temporary jobs across the country. These positions provide the perfect opportunity to earn some extra income while helping your community. This is your chance to play a part in history and help ensure that everyone in your community is counted! Registration is requested. This program will also be presented February 10, 2020.
GPL Out on the Town: Friday, January 24, 3–4PM. GPL Out On the Town takes library patrons to the Gates Fire House. Meet newly appointed Community Risk Reduction Specialist at the Gates Fire House for a glimpse of the life and courage of our local firefighters. We'll tour the Gates Fire District Headquarters and learn the history and present-day operation of the firehouse. Meet us at 2355 Chili Avenue. Check-in time will begin at 2:45 PM with a Gates Public Library staff person. Please look for the GPL flag for onsite meeting location. Please register.
Practice SAT: Saturday, January 25, 10AM–2PM.
For students in 9th grade and higher will take an officially released, full-length practice exam proctored by a test expert under timed conditions then will learn how to score the exam and interpret those results. Bring pencils, snacks and a calculator. Registration required.
Baby Story Time: Monday, January 27, 9:30–10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Mary Jo: Monday, January 27, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys are all part of this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
2020 Census Informational Session 1: Monday, January 27.
Every 10 years, the United States conducts a “Decennial Census." Learn more about the changes in the upcoming 2020 census and what you can do to help spread the word about the census in the community. Data used from the census determines the federal funds New York State receives and can affect our Congressional representation. Learn the tools to make the census count as accurate as possible. Please register. This program will also be presented February 24.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 28, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Time For Tots: Wednesday, January 29, 10:15 – 11:15 AM.
Ages 1 through 5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys, followed by a short story time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
#ReadWomen Book Club: Thursday January 30, 6:30 – 7:30 PM.
This book club exclusively reads female authors. This month we are reading You Before Me by Jojo Moyes. Registration is requested.
Sit, Knit & Stitch: Thursday, January 2, 6:30–8:30 PM.
Bring your own project and enjoy the company of others who enjoy needlecraft like knitting, stitching and crocheting. Beginners to experts are welcome. Bring a snack and beverage if you wish. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Tinker Lab: Friday, January 3, 10:00 – 11:00 AM.
On the first Friday of every month, children ages 3-5 will experiment, tinker, test and play with several different hands-on activities that explore art, science, technology and more
Each month will focus on a different theme. Please register.
Earring Workshop: Saturday, January 4 2–3:30 PM.
Welcome Winter 2020 with a brand-new pair of beaded snowflake earrings made by you. Deb Coller, instructor. All materials will be provided. Please register.
Baby Story Time: Monday, January 6, 9:30–10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Mary Jo: Monday, January 6, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys are all part of this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Ideas & Authors: Monday, January 6, 7–8:30PM.
Book discussion group for adults on the first Monday of each month. January's selection is any Melody Carlson Christmas book. Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month in advance. No registration necessary.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 7, 10:15–11AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Technology for Seniors: Thursday, January 9.
Choose from one of two, one-hour sessions: 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM on the second Thursday of the month. Each month we tackle a new topic. If you own an electronic device, please bring it with you, otherwise you may borrow one from the library during the class. Registration is required and limited to 1 or 2 people per session. Register online or by calling the library at 247-6446.
Read With a Furry Friend!: Thursday, January 9, 6–7 PM. Stop in and read a book with Kat the therapy dog. She and Ms. Joanna will be in the children's area and ready to be read to. No registration necessary, all ages.
Family Story Time: Thursday, January 9, 6:30– 7:15 PM.
Stories, songs, activities and a craft will be included. A family program for all ages. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Preschool Dance Party: Friday, January 10, 10:00 to 10:30 AM.
Dance up a storm at our fun Friday party. For ages 1-5 with a caregiver. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Saturday Baby Story Time: Saturday, January 11, 9:30–10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Iron Chef: Saturday, January 11, 1:30–2:30 PM.
For ages 8-18. If you love the spirit of competition, join us today and bring your creativity. Each group will get a basket of the same four surprise ingredients and will have to create a delicious entrée. Some light cooking may be involved. Sign up with some friends for even more fun. Please register. Please inform us AT LEAST 2 WEEKS ahead of time if you have food allergies.
Baby Story Time: Monday, January 13, 9:30 – 10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Mary Jo: Monday, January 13, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys are all part of this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 14, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Junior Friends: Tuesday January 14, 4–5PM.
The Junior Friends are library volunteers ages 9-16 who meet year-round and help the library with book sales, programs, and decorations, among other fun things. We also get involved with community service activities.
Time For Tots: Wednesday, January 15, 10:15–11:15 AM.
Ages 1 through 5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys, followed by a short story time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Lego Club: Thursday January 16, 6:30–7:30PM.
Ages 5 through 12. Come build a new universe with our Legos! Please register.
Yoga Story Time: Friday January 17, 10-10:30AM.
For ages 1-5 with a caregiver. Hear stories while stretching and strengthening your body.. The stories will inspire children's minds as their bodies are busy supporting them. No registration.
How to Create Books With Shutterfly: Saturday, January 18, 1–3PM.
This adult class will teach you how to create beautiful hardcover and softcover books with Shutterfly. Designed for beginners, this class will cover how to upload your photos to the website, use the provided templates, and be creative in saving your treasured memories. Examples will be available. Please register.
Holiday Closing: Gates Public Library will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will reopen at 9:00AM on Tuesday, January 21.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 21, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Time For Tots: Wednesday, January 22, 10:15–11:15 AM.
Ages 1 through 5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys, followed by a short story time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Fiber in the Home presented by Greenlight Networks: Wednesday, January 22, 7–8:30PM.
PLEASE NOTE THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM DECEMBER 18. Learn about fiber-optic communication networks and how it's made its way throughout Monroe County and making its way into residential homes in the town of Gates. By the end of our session, you'll understand the advantage of using fiber and what is coming in the future. Please register.
Read With a Furry Friend!: Thursday, January 23, 6-7 PM.
Stop in and read a book with Kat the therapy dog. She and Ms. Joanna will be in the children's area and ready to be read to. No registration necessary, all ages.
Minecraft Club: Thursday, January 23, 6:30–7:30 PM.
Get ready to play Minecraft together in our Minecraft Club. Feel free to bring your own laptop or tablet (some may be provided). All ages. Registration is requested.
#ReadWomen Book Club: Thursday January 23, 6:30–7:30 PM.
This book club exclusively reads female authors. This month we are reading Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. Registration is requested.
Fairy Tale Friday: Friday, January 24, 10:15 – 11:00 AM. For ages 2 through 6 with a caregiver. Hear versions of a favorite fairy tale, sing songs, make a craft, and have a snack. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
2020 Census Job Recruitment Program – Session 1: Friday, January 24, 1–3PM. In advance of the 2020 Census, the U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people for temporary jobs across the country. These positions provide the perfect opportunity to earn some extra income while helping your community. This is your chance to play a part in history and help ensure that everyone in your community is counted! Registration is requested. This program will also be presented February 10, 2020.
GPL Out on the Town: Friday, January 24, 3–4PM. GPL Out On the Town takes library patrons to the Gates Fire House. Meet newly appointed Community Risk Reduction Specialist at the Gates Fire House for a glimpse of the life and courage of our local firefighters. We'll tour the Gates Fire District Headquarters and learn the history and present-day operation of the firehouse. Meet us at 2355 Chili Avenue. Check-in time will begin at 2:45 PM with a Gates Public Library staff person. Please look for the GPL flag for onsite meeting location. Please register.
Practice SAT: Saturday, January 25, 10AM–2PM.
For students in 9th grade and higher will take an officially released, full-length practice exam proctored by a test expert under timed conditions then will learn how to score the exam and interpret those results. Bring pencils, snacks and a calculator. Registration required.
Baby Story Time: Monday, January 27, 9:30–10 AM.
For children ages birth through 2 years old, with a caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and play time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Story Time with Mary Jo: Monday, January 27, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys are all part of this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
2020 Census Informational Session 1: Monday, January 27.
Every 10 years, the United States conducts a “Decennial Census." Learn more about the changes in the upcoming 2020 census and what you can do to help spread the word about the census in the community. Data used from the census determines the federal funds New York State receives and can affect our Congressional representation. Learn the tools to make the census count as accurate as possible. Please register. This program will also be presented February 24.
Story Time with Hannah: Tuesday, January 28, 10:15–11 AM.
For ages 2 through 5 with a caregiver. Stories, songs, circle games, snack, fingerplays and toys in this program. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
Time For Tots: Wednesday, January 29, 10:15 – 11:15 AM.
Ages 1 through 5 with a caregiver. Forty minutes of free play with toys, followed by a short story time. No registration necessary. Walk-ins welcome.
#ReadWomen Book Club: Thursday January 30, 6:30 – 7:30 PM.
This book club exclusively reads female authors. This month we are reading You Before Me by Jojo Moyes. Registration is requested.
