Wednesday
May 1st
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Ever wonder what that old chair from Grandma is worth? Or what to do with your parents’ things now that you’re moving into a smaller place? This course will help you to determine the value of various items. It will also explore the options available in disposing of an article or an entire household. Members will be asked to bring some of their “treasures” from home to learn how to determine value.
Registration required. Program is full.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 from April 3 - May 22. 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.
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
10-week group training program offered Wednesday evenings from 5:30-6:30PM. The program is for anyone who wants to try a 5K for the first time or improve a PR. It offers personalized training based on individual goals, experience, and physical ability. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcomed.
The program is led by certified race trainer Lindsay Pennise.
Participants must be at least 16 years old. $25 fee covers training and one entry to Wood Library’s 5K race. Registrations are not transferable.
No registration required
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
general meeting
No registration required
Thursday
May 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 April 4 - May 23. 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.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker for patron use. If you need assistance with locating a digital copy, contact Kristy Bauman at kbauman@pls-net.org.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Watch the movie with friends and eat pizza!
No registration required
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Explore the basics of American Sign Language including the alphabet, greetings, numbers, and more. Taught by ASL students from FLCC. Registration required.
Registration required. Program is full.
Friday
May 3rd
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
All Day
Library Closing at 4PM
No registration required
9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Library closing early at 4:00 pm
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. Please register at the library, using the online calendar, or by calling 585-394-1381.
Registration required. Program is full.
10:30 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
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.
Monday
May 6th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wood Walkers is a walking club for seniors that meets at Wood Library during warmer months and the VA during colder months.
No registration required
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet. Weekly sessions on Monday mornings for 2 year olds and their parent/caregiver are 20 minutes long in the library’s Story Room with 10 minutes of playtime after the program. Registration is requested. The 8 eek series runs from April 1 - May 20.
Registration required. Program is full.
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
The art projects created by the students from the Canandaigua School UPK Program have been on exhibit in the children's area for the past month. The young artists will be recognized at a family reception in the Children's Room. Sponsored by the Friends of Wood Library.
No registration required
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
A social gathering of fiber crafters. All skill levels welcome!
No registration required
Tuesday
May 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.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet. Weekly sessions for 2 year olds their parent/caregiver are 20 minutes long in the library’s Story Room with 10 minutes of playtime after the program. Registration is requested. The 8 week series runs from April 2 - May 21.
Registration required. Program is full.
Wednesday
May 8th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Ever wonder what that old chair from Grandma is worth? Or what to do with your parents’ things now that you’re moving into a smaller place? This course will help you to determine the value of various items. It will also explore the options available in disposing of an article or an entire household. Members will be asked to bring some of their “treasures” from home to learn how to determine value.
Registration required. Program is full.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 from April 3 - May 22. 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.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meeting with CNB.
No registration required
Thursday
May 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 April 4 - May 23. 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.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker for patron use. If you need assistance with locating a digital copy, contact Kristy Bauman at kbauman@pls-net.org.
No registration required
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Explore the basics of American Sign Language including the alphabet, greetings, numbers, and more. Taught by ASL students from FLCC. Registration required.
Registration required. Program is full.
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Details to follow.
No registration required
Friday
May 10th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Come celebrate that special person you call Mommy! Children ages 3-5 are invited to dress up and bring that special lady or ladies in their life – Mommy, Grandma, etc. for our afternoon tea. Refreshments and stories will be served. Reservations are required.
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
Monday
May 13th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wood Walkers is a walking club for seniors that meets at Wood Library during warmer months and the VA during colder months.
No registration required
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet. Weekly sessions on Monday mornings for 2 year olds and their parent/caregiver are 20 minutes long in the library’s Story Room with 10 minutes of playtime after the program. Registration is requested. The 8 eek series runs from April 1 - May 20.
Registration required. Program is full.
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Stories, crafts, games and other fun activities for 3-5 year olds based on the Dr. Seuss character who wants everyone to respect nature. Please register!
Registration required. Program is full.
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A woman in Harlem embraces her pregnancy while she and her family struggle to prove her fiancé innocent of a crime. Rated R for language and some sexual content. (119 mins)
No registration required
Tuesday
May 14th
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.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet. Weekly sessions for 2 year olds their parent/caregiver are 20 minutes long in the library’s Story Room with 10 minutes of playtime after the program. Registration is requested. The 8 week series runs from April 2 - May 21.
Registration required. Program is full.
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A resolution for library funding will appear on the May 21, 2019 Canandaigua City School District ballot. This is an opportunity to learn about the resolution and ask questions. Hosted by Library Director Jenny Goodemote and Board President Laurie Riedman.
No registration required
Wednesday
May 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 from April 3 - May 22. 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.
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Patrons will be walked through account creation, posting a status update, uploading photos, and more. Attendees must already have an accessible email address. Must be 60+ & an Ontario County resident.
Registration required. Program is full.
Thursday
May 16th
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 April 4 - May 23. 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.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker for patron use. If you need assistance with locating a digital copy, contact Kristy Bauman at kbauman@pls-net.org.
No registration required
Friday
May 17th
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
May 18th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:30 am - 11:30 am
If you and your preschooler loves to dance, don’t miss our Biblio-Bop party. We’ll be hopping and bopping to music using shakers, scarves, and bubbles along with our parachute to enhance the fun. There is no sign-up for this 45 minute program. Just come and be ready to move! For children 1 - 5 years old with their parents or caregiver.
No registration required
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Come and play with your child at our sensory stations! Sensory play is any activity that stimulates a child's senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. Children explore and naturally use scientific processes while they play, investigate, create and discover new sensations. This program will incorporate the early literacy skill of play into a variety of sensory experiences. There will be several stations to explore. Caregivers are expected to interact with their child.
No registration required
Monday
May 20th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wood Walkers is a walking club for seniors that meets at Wood Library during warmer months and the VA during colder months.
No registration required
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet. Weekly sessions on Monday mornings for 2 year olds and their parent/caregiver are 20 minutes long in the library’s Story Room with 10 minutes of playtime after the program. Registration is requested. The 8 eek series runs from April 1 - May 20.
Registration required. Program is full.
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Learn what to watch for when on the Internet: passwords, Updates vs. Upgrades, and viruses. What and where and how to protect and backup your data.
Registration required. Program is full.
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Monthly meeting. Open to the public.
No registration required
Tuesday
May 21st
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Stories, rhymes, and fingerplay fun with Children’s Librarian, Mrs. Ferris, and her puppet helper, Shrinking Violet. Weekly sessions for 2 year olds their parent/caregiver are 20 minutes long in the library’s Story Room with 10 minutes of playtime after the program. Registration is requested. The 8 week series runs from April 2 - May 21.
Registration required. Program is full.
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Reading: "Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman
No registration required
Wednesday
May 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
10:30 am - 11:00 am
Storybooks and more for 3-5 year olds on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 from April 3 - May 22. 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.
Thursday
May 23rd
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 April 4 - May 23. 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.
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
You have pictures on your camera and your phone. Learn how to find them, use them, save them, have them printed, and put them on your computer. Must be 60+ & an Ontario County resident.
Registration required. Program is full.
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker for patron use. If you need assistance with locating a digital copy, contact Kristy Bauman at kbauman@pls-net.org.
No registration required
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Crafty after-school fun for grades K-5. Create a slap band using duck tape and a tape measure! Registration is requested. A snack will be provided.
Registration required. Program is full.
Friday
May 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
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
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
For seniors only! Take over the library after hours and use our XBox One, Nintendo Switch, or play on our computers.
No registration required
Monday
May 27th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Wood Walkers is a walking club for seniors that meets at Wood Library during warmer months and the VA during colder months.
No registration required
Tuesday
May 28th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
May 28th book is "Black-Eyed Susans" by Julia Heaberlin. June 25th we will be reading 2 books "Where Are the Children" and "Kitchen Privileges" by Mary Higgins Clark. July 25th we will discuss "Big Little Lies" by Laine Moriarty. August 27th we will be reading "The Crow Trap" by Ann Cleeves. Open to the public. Snacks provided.
No registration required
Wednesday
May 29th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Driving, doctor visits, legal & financial planning - conversations with family members who are showing signs of dementia can be challenging and uncomfortable. This workshop will offer tips on how to have conversations with family members about going to the doctor, when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans. To register call 1-800-272-3900.
Registration required. Program is full.
Thursday
May 30th
Su
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The New Yorker discussion group meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The “required readings” are chosen by group members weekly. The library has a subscription to The New Yorker and electronic access through Overdrive.
No registration required
Friday
May 31st
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
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friends Night Book Sale
No registration required
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Grades 6-12: Play in the library after hours! Use our XBox One, Nintendo Switch, or play on our computers.
No registration required