Wednesday
August 1st
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Wednesday mornings at 10:30, June 28 - Aug.15. Our 1/2 hour sessions feature picture books, fingerplays, songs, and the flannelboard and the activities promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Please register as class size is limited.
Registration required. Program is full.
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What could be more fun than listening to stories in your jammies? Children 3-7 years old are invited to come to the library in their pajamas & follow the pawprint path to the Community Room on the 3rd floor for stories, songs, a movie, and flannelboard fun. Parents welcome. No registration.
No registration required
Thursday
August 2nd
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Thursday mornings at 10:30 from June 28 - Aug. 15. Our 1/2 hour sessions feature picture books, fingerplays, songs, and the flannelboard and the activities promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Please register as class size is limited.
Registration required. Program is full.
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Bring your lunch to munch on while you watch this awesome movie. Summary: When a street urchin vies for the love of a beautiful princess, he uses a genie's magic power to pass himself off as a prince in order to marry her.
No registration required
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in Hamlin B. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker and electronic access through RBDigital.
No registration required
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Sign up for a 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
Friday
August 3rd
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
The Canandaigua Writers Group welcomes anyone who has an interest in writing. Share your original stories, poems, memoirs, and more in a supportive, learning community of fellow writers. An optional half hour social period begins at 10:00 AM.
No registration required
10:00 am - 10:30 am
An early literacy program of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and a short story is for toddlers 6 – 24 months old and their parents or caregivers. Registration requested. This 20 minute class is especially for children who are walking and will include movement activities as well as rhymes.
Registration required. Program is full.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Our early literacy program of nursery rhymes, clapping songs, bounces, and a short story is for babies 6 – 24 months old and their parents or caregivers. Registration requested. The class meets from 11:00-11:20 with play time afterwards and is intended for children who are not yet walking.
Registration required. Program is full.
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Bring your lunch and let's talk about the books you're reading! Grades 3-6.
No registration required
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bring your devices and your questions! First come, first served! Ask for the location at circulation.
No registration required
Saturday
August 4th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Reserve your 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wood Library is teaming with Master Gardener Debbie McWilliams to offer a 10-week gardening series for kids in grades 1-6. She will teach basic gardening skills to foster a love of growing food, herbs and flowers. There is a $5 fee to cover program expenses which can be paid at registration.
Registration required. Program is full.
Monday
August 6th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Combine a great book with a craft and you have our "Monday is Funday" program. Children going into grades 1-3 are invited to come and listen to a story. After the reading, we'll make a craft project to go with story. If there is time, the program will include an additional book. No registration.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sing along and watch your favorite musicals!
No registration required
Tuesday
August 7th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is a 2 session course for learning basic functions such as page setup, cut, copy, paste, formatting, printing, and using the spell checker. Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge, or Intro Course. Must be 60+ & an Ontario County resident.
Registration required. Program is full.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
It’s time to do some building again! We have the Legos, so just bring your imagination! This program is for kids in grades K-5. When you're done creating, display your model in the Children's Room. Sign-up so you won’t get left out! Registration begins June 18.
Registration required. Program is full.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Make a cloud with a paper lantern and stuffing. Registration required.
Registration required. Program is full.
Wednesday
August 8th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is the second session; please register for the first session on 8/8. Learn basic functions such as navigation, page setup, cut, copy, paste, move, formatting, printing, and using the spell checker. Must be 60+ and an Ontario County resident.
No registration required
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Wednesday mornings at 10:30, June 28 - Aug.15. Our 1/2 hour sessions feature picture books, fingerplays, songs, and the flannelboard and the activities promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Please register as class size is limited.
Registration required. Program is full.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Open to the public. Join the Friends of Wood Library
No registration required
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Continuing our first campaign!
No registration required
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What could be more fun than listening to stories in your jammies? Children 3-7 years old are invited to come to the library in their pajamas & follow the pawprint path to the Community Room on the 3rd floor for stories, songs, a movie, and flannelboard fun. Parents welcome. No registration.
No registration required
Thursday
August 9th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Thursday mornings at 10:30 from June 28 - Aug. 15. Our 1/2 hour sessions feature picture books, fingerplays, songs, and the flannelboard and the activities promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Please register as class size is limited.
Registration required. Program is full.
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Bring your lunch to munch on while you watch this awesome movie. Summary: In order to defeat the Grand Duke of Owls, a young boy transformed into a cat teams up with a group of barnyard animals to find a rooster who can raise the sun.
No registration required
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 6-12: All students are welcome to attend Canandaigua Academy's GSA meetings held at Wood Library this summer.
No registration required
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in Hamlin B. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker and electronic access through RBDigital.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Watch a movie with friends and eat pizza!
Ages 13-18: 'Ready Player One' (PG-13, runtime 140 min)
Ages 13-18: 'Ready Player One' (PG-13, runtime 140 min)
No registration required
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Sign up for a 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
Friday
August 10th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bring your devices and your questions! First come, first served! Ask for the location at circulation.
No registration required
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Grades 8-12
Want a say in what goes on in the Teen Scene and with teen programming? Stop by the TAB meeting to share your thoughts!
No registration required
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Grades 9-12: Make short movies in the library after hours. 5:00-6:00 will be planning time.
No registration required
Saturday
August 11th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Reserve your 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wood Library is teaming with Master Gardener Debbie McWilliams to offer a 10-week gardening series for kids in grades 1-6. She will teach basic gardening skills to foster a love of growing food, herbs and flowers. There is a $5 fee to cover program expenses which can be paid at registration.
Registration required. Program is full.
Monday
August 13th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Using old vinyl records and paint, musician Geoff Clough will show kids how to recycle them into folksy artwork! For kids going into grades 1-6. Please register.
Registration required. Program is full.
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Combine a great book with a craft and you have our "Monday is Funday" program. Children going into grades 1-3 are invited to come and listen to a story. After the reading, we'll make a craft project to go with story. If there is time, the program will include an additional book. No registration.
No registration required
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
board meeting
No registration required
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Grades 6-12: Watch Throwback cartoons with friends.
No registration required
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Learn how to reduce, reuse, and recycle kitchen, garden, and yard waste through backyard composting. Master Gardener Kim Ferris will demonstrate how to start composting in your backyard and explain what compost can be used for around the home.
No registration required
Tuesday
August 14th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Get connected by surfing the Internet, searching and organizing information, finding your way back to your favorite sites, and more. Learn how to avoid scams and shop online. Prerequisite: Completion of Intro to Computers or equivalent. Must be 60+ & an Ontario County resident.
Registration required. Program is full.
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Create a chalk masterpiece on the sidewalk outside the library!
No registration required
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Grades 6-12: Make waffles and watch a 'How to Train your Dragon.' (PG, runtime 98 min)
No registration required
Wednesday
August 15th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Wednesday mornings at 10:30, June 28 - Aug.15. Our 1/2 hour sessions feature picture books, fingerplays, songs, and the flannelboard and the activities promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Please register as class size is limited.
Registration required. Program is full.
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Continuing our first campaign!
No registration required
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What could be more fun than listening to stories in your jammies? Children 3-7 years old are invited to come to the library in their pajamas & follow the pawprint path to the Community Room on the 3rd floor for stories, songs, a movie, and flannelboard fun. Parents welcome. No registration.
No registration required
Thursday
August 16th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Learn how to use Skype for free, how to download the software, create your Skype name, add your Skype friends, make a Skype call, and close Skype and your web cam. Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge, or Intro Course. Must be 60+ & an Ontario County resident.
Registration required. Program is full.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Thursday mornings at 10:30 from June 28 - Aug. 15. Our 1/2 hour sessions feature picture books, fingerplays, songs, and the flannelboard and the activities promote language development and pre-literacy skills. Please register as class size is limited.
Registration required. Program is full.
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Bring your lunch to munch on while you watch this awesome movie. Summary: A family of undercover superheroes, while trying to live the quiet suburban life, are forced into action to save the world.
No registration required
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades 6-12: All students are welcome to attend Canandaigua Academy's GSA meetings held at Wood Library this summer.
No registration required
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in Hamlin B. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker and electronic access through RBDigital.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Grades 6-12: Join us to figure out who killed Cliff Cadaver, meet and talk with the cast of the opera and try to figure out whodunnit!
No registration required
Friday
August 17th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Let's celebrate the rocking fun time kids have had reading this summer! There will be crafts, games, refreshments and prizes for participants in our 3 summer reading clubs.
No registration required
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bring your devices and your questions! First come, first served! Ask for the location at circulation.
No registration required
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Grades 6-12: Camp versus camp! Test your knowledge of Percy Jackson Trivia (both Greek and Roman mythology).
No registration required
Saturday
August 18th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Reserve your 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wood Library is teaming with Master Gardener Debbie McWilliams to offer a 10-week gardening series for kids in grades 1-6. She will teach basic gardening skills to foster a love of growing food, herbs and flowers. There is a $5 fee to cover program expenses which can be paid at registration.
Registration required. Program is full.
Monday
August 20th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
"Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story" (88 mins) - The life and career of the hailed Hollywood movie star and under-appreciated genius inventor, Hedy Lamarr.
No registration required
Tuesday
August 21st
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages of someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect at each stage of the disease. To register call 1-800-272-3900.
No registration required
Wednesday
August 22nd
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
All are welcome to this social exchange. Breakfast snacks and coffee are on us.
No registration required
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Must be 60+ and an Ontario County resident. Patrons will be walked through account creation, posting a status update, uploading photos, and more. Attendees must already have an accessible email address.
Registration required. Program is full.
Thursday
August 23rd
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a free, six-week educational program designed to provide
caregivers with self-care tools. Learn to
reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance your life, and locate
helpful resources. Please register by calling 585-396-4047.
No registration required
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in Hamlin B. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker and electronic access through RBDigital.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
For anyone who enjoys reading Young Adult books! Check titles on the Teen page on our website.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Paint the Canandaigua shoreline while you enjoy some local wine. Taught by Denise Van Deroef of the Ontario County Arts Council. $10 material fee due before class to secure a seat. Visit the library to prepay.
Registration required. Program is full.
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Sign up for a 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
Friday
August 24th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bring your devices and your questions! First come, first served! Ask for the location at circulation.
No registration required
Saturday
August 25th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Reserve your 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
10:30 am - 11:30 am
If your preschooler loves to dance, don’t miss our Biblio-Bop party. We’ll be hopping and bopping to music using bells, shakers, and our parachute to enhance the fun. There is no sign-up for this program. Just come and be ready to move! For children 1 - 5 years old with their parents or caregiver
No registration required
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wood Library is teaming with Master Gardener Debbie McWilliams to offer a 10-week gardening series for kids in grades 1-6. She will teach basic gardening skills to foster a love of growing food, herbs and flowers. There is a $5 fee to cover program expenses which can be paid at registration.
Registration required. Program is full.
Monday
August 27th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Open to the public
No registration required
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First meeting of the committee
No registration required
Tuesday
August 28th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
We will be discussing "An Unsuitable Job for a Woman" by PD James. Group is open to new members. Please come ready to discuss the book. Snacks are provided.
No registration required
Wednesday
August 29th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Monthly Meeting
No registration required
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
For Ontario County residents age 60+. Are you a new iPad owner or even a longtime owner who would like a walk-through of your device? Bring your iPad (fully charged) for this tutorial and have access to the email address associated with the iPad.
Registration required. Program is full.
Thursday
August 30th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a free, six-week educational program designed to provide
caregivers with self-care tools. Learn to
reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance your life, and locate
helpful resources. Please register by calling 585-396-4047.
No registration required
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in Hamlin B. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker and electronic access through RBDigital.
No registration required
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Children going into grades 1-6 can read aloud to our certified therapy dog, Jack. The goal of our program is to provide a cozy “dog-friendly” atmosphere for children to practice reading. Sign up for a 10 minute reading session at the library or call (585) 394-1381. (Sorry, no online sign-up).
No registration required
Friday
August 31st
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 10:30 am
An early literacy program of nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and a short story is for toddlers 6 – 24 months old and their parents or caregivers. Registration requested. This 20 minute class is especially for children who are walking and will include movement activities as well as rhymes.
Registration required. Program is full.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Our early literacy program of nursery rhymes, clapping songs, bounces, and a short story is for babies 6 – 24 months old and their parents or caregivers. Registration requested. The class meets from 11:00-11:20 with play time afterwards and is intended for children who are not yet walking.
Registration required. Program is full.
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bring your devices and your questions! First come, first served! Ask for the location at circulation.
No registration required
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Grades 8-12
Want a say in what goes on in the Teen Scene and with teen programming? Stop by the TAB meeting to share your thoughts!
No registration required