A little about us
Wood Library provides exceptional public library service in a comfortable and safe environment where people can satisfy their curiosity, stimulate their imaginations, and connect to the local community and to the world.
Library News
A discussion on race and racism
September 3, 2020 (Canandaigua, NY)—Wood Library and the City of Canandaigua’s Equity and Diversity Task Force present a three-part virtual discussion series on race and racism from September 15-17, 2020. ...
03 September, 2020
A message from Executive Director Jenny Goodemote
We are now 20 weeks into the pandemic experience. It’s hard to remember what life was like before COVID-19. At the end of February, Children’s Services Librarian Mary Ferris and...
12 August, 2020
Today’s Events
Date: Monday, September 21st, 2020
Start time: 9:00 am
Age group: Seniors
Event type: General Library Event
Description: Wood Walkers is a walking club for seniors that meets at Wood Library during warmer months and the VA during colder months.
Date: Monday, September 21st, 2020
Start time: 1:00 pm
Age group: Preschool
Event type: Children's Program
Description: Fun on Facebook with stories, crafts, and activities based on the fabulous picture books written by Bill Martin Jr. including Brown Bear Brown Bear, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and A Beastly Story! Registration is requested and necessary to reserve a materials bag. Bags will be available for pick-up the week before the program.
Date: Monday, September 21st, 2020
Start time: 2:00 pm
Age group: Seniors
Event type: General Library Event, Lecture
Description: Canva is a free online creation tool. Make flyers, brochures, resumes, social media graphics, wedding invitations, infographics, postcards, certificates, and more. This class is offered via zoom, Learn the basics, walk through a guided design, and then work on your own! Bring an idea of what you want to create! Photos welcome.
Date: Monday, September 21st, 2020
Start time: 6:30 pm
Age group: Adults, Families, Seniors, Young Adults (17-24 yrs old)
Event type: General Library Event
Description: This class is perfect for beginners, the curious or for the seasoned. You don't have to be a master to experience this ancient art by having someone guide you through the process. In this class, you will learn what meditation really is, the effects it can have on the body and get to experience a guided meditation. You will be able to take these techniques with you to incorporate them into your daily life. Be prepared to leave feeling relaxed and inspired. Registration Required!
