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
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 Servic
12 August, 2020
FAQs for Wood Library’s Reopening
Find answers to our most frequently asked questions here. Is it safe to borrow library materials during the pandemic? Working with approval from local
08 July, 2020
Virtual Adventure Challenge Starts July 26
July 2020 (Canandaigua, NY)—Imagine an adventure anywhere in the world! That’s the challenge Wood Library is raising to anyone who is looking for som
07 July, 2020
WOOD LIBRARY TO OFFER CURBSIDE PICKUP
June 26, 2020 (Canandaigua, NY)—Wood Library patrons can reserve books and other materials for curbside pickup starting Monday, June 29, 2020. Patron
25 June, 2020
Wood Library Proposition Passes
With 5,845 ballots cast, voters approve $20,000 increase for Wood Library June 16, 2020 (Canandaigua, NY)—A proposition for Wood Library funding was
16 June, 2020
Look for Proposition #4 on School District Ballot
May 20, 2020 (Canandaigua, NY)—A proposition for Wood Library funding will appear on the Canandaigua City School District ballot that will be mailed t
20 May, 2020
When will Wood Library Reopen?
Many have reached out to ask about when Wood Library will reopen. We are following guidance from the Pioneer Library System to reopen during Phase 4 o
15 May, 2020
Thank you library supporters!
Did you miss our Appreciation Event on May 1? This recording features remarks by Board President Laurie Riedman and Library Director Jenny Goodemote,
11 May, 2020
Library supporters donate $7,503 for digital resources
On April 23, 2020, the second annual Library Giving Day, library lovers from around the United States elevated and showed their support for community
23 April, 2020
It’s National Library Week April 19-25, 2020
Our building may be closed, but we are still open for business online, providing virtual services and digital content for everyone. Access ebooks , mo
20 April, 2020
Wood Library joins others in providing community support
Remember when Canandaigua was listed as one of the 50 best places to live in upstate New York in 2019? As I saw friends sharing this point of pride on
13 April, 2020