Reading Garden Construction Update: August 2024
Library patrons will notice activity on the north side of our property as we prepare for the construction of the Reading Garden. NEXT PHASE- drainage, lawn removal, and soil testing starts in August. Please be patient as we navigate the construction phase of this much anticipated project! Direct any questions or concerns to Library Director […]
SHARING NATURE’S BOUNTY AT WOOD LIBRARY
Wood Library offers a place to share fresh produce, cut flowers, and starter plants at a new Little Free Farm Stand! All items are donated by local gardeners and are free to the public. People are encouraged to give what they can from their personal gardens, take what they need, or swap what they can’t […]
Summer Reading- Adventure Begins at Your Library!
June 24-August 31 Children Early Literacy (Birth-PreK): Cross off activities as you complete them! Finish a colored row of activities across the board, come in and claim a prize. Grades K–5: Complete the treasure map! Multiple prizes are available throughout the summer, and completing the map gets an entry for the grand prize raffle. Teens […]
Wood Library Funding Proposition Passes – Thank You!
WOOD LIBRARY PROPOSITION PASSES With 2,198 ballots cast, voters approve $87,414 levy increase for Wood Library May 21, 2024 (Canandaigua, NY)—A proposition for Wood Library funding was approved by Canandaigua City School District voters in an election held May 21, 2024, by a margin of 1,590 in favor to 608 opposed. The voter-approved proposition authorizes […]
BOOK DONATION DROP OFF DAYS
Wednesday, May 29 | 4:00-8:30 PM Thursday, May 30 | 10:00 AM-5:30 PM Friday, May 31 | 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Click here for donation guidelines.
Library Funding Vote on Canandaigua School District Ballot May 21
Proposition #3 on the Canandaigua City School District ballot asks voters to authorize an increase of $87,414 in community-based funding for Wood Library. The vote will take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Polls are open 7AM to 9PM at the Elementary School Link Gym and Cheshire Fire Hall. The public is invited to a […]
New Children’s Services Librarian!
Rachel Brill has been tapped to be the new Children’s Services Librarian. Her appointment to the full-time professional role will begin on February 28. Rachel comes to Wood Library with professional experience and strong references from the Webster Public Library and Pittsford Community Library. She has worked in children’s services, provided reference services, created exciting […]
MARY FERRIS TO RETIRE IN 2024
Wood Library’s popular children’s librarian, has announced plans to retire in 2024. Having read thousands of books to local children during her long tenure at Wood Library, Ferris has encouraged young readers with silly stories, magical flannel boards, and songs that get even the shyest children singing and dancing. Hired as Wood Library’s first-ever children’s […]
Check out Wood Library’s Charlie Cart!
What is a Charlie Cart? It’s a kitchen on wheels! Don’t miss the Project Eats classes starting this summer for Adults, Teens and Children. The Charlie Cart was purchased with funds from the Rochester Regional Library Council’s Action and Innovation Grant.
Wood Library is named Rochester Regional Library Council’s 2023 Public Library of the Year!
Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination. We are grateful for the community’s support and proud to be recognized for outstanding public library service.