eBook Open House - Saturday, January 28 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Learn how to borrow and download eBooks for your eReader. Several devices will be available to demonstrate the process. Registration is not required.
"Valentine Sweetie" Decorative Painting Class - Tuesday, February 7 6:30 p.m.Learn how to paint this 8.75 x 6.5" wall hanging taught by decorative painter Elaine Becker. This class for adults requires registration. $7.00 for supplies is due at registration. Optional items to bring: small sea sponge, small flat or filbert brush, large flat brush and a good liner brush.
"The Call" Journal Class - Monday, February 13 6:30 p.m. OR Tuesday, February 21 6:30 p.m. (Choose one class to attend). Are you intrigued by the journal-style of this year's Tale for Three Counties book, The Call?Learn how to make your own journal in this papercrafting class led by Jenn Cascells. Registration is required and beings on Jan. 17. $8.00 materials fee is due at the time of registration. Participants also need to bring adhesive, scissors, paper trimmer, pen/pencil. Optional: distress inks and applicator, paper distressing tool.
eBook Class - Wednesday, February 22Learn how to borrow and download eBooks from the library's website. At 2:00 p.m., instruction will be given for Nook, Sony and Kobo readers. At 3:00 p.m., instruction will be given for the Kindle. Registration is required for this free class, and group size is limited. Please call the library at 343-9550 ext. 2.
Keep Your Memories, Let Go of the Clutter" - Wednesday, February 22 7:00 p.m. Are you ready to finally "let go" of your clutter but don't know how to begin? This fun and informative program will show how to sort between treasures and trash so you can have the home you've always wanted. Presenter is Batavia native Diane Zielinski, a "reformed clutterbug" who now owns Gentle Decluttering in Rochester. Registration is not required.
Crochet a Necklace - Monday, February 27 6:00 p.m. Jen Reardon will teach this class on making a necklace with wire, beads, and the crochet chain stitch. Partipants must know how to chain stitch in crochet. Registration begins Jan. 30; $8.00 is due at the time of registration. Please bring a G-size crochet hook.
"The Call" Craft Challenge Pouch - Tuesday, March 6 6:00 p.m. When crafter and library class teacher Jen Reardon was challenged to come up with a fabric project related to this year's Tale for Three Counties' book "The Call," she created a small pouch featuring the cow on the book's cover in a rural scene. Learn how to sew this pouch, which is just the right size for your phone, jewelry or other small objects. Registration is required and begins on February 6; $5.00 for supplies is due at the time of registration. Please bring a needle, straight pins, fabric scissors, and a dark fine-point marker.
eBook Class - Saturday, March 10Learn how to borrow and download eBooks from the library's website. At 11:00 a.m., instruction will be given for Nook, Sony and Kobo readers. At 12:00 p.m., instruction will be given for the Kindle. Registration is required for this free class, and group size is limited. Please call the library at 343-9550 ext. 2.
Irish Music with Rich Conroy - Tuesday, March 13 7:00 p.m. Back by popular demand! Enjoy traditional Irish music with guitarist and singer Rich Conroy. Registration is not required for this free concert.
Tale for Three Counties Book Discussions - Monday, March 12 at 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday, March 21 at 7:45 a.m. (Choose one) Read this year's book for "A Tale for Three Counties" area-wide book discussion and join with others. The book is The Call by Yannick Murphy. Copies are available to borrow or to purchase.
TALE AUTHOR VISIT - Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. This year's featured author, Yannick Murphy, will speak to readers about her writing and will sign copies of her book. This is the 10th annual author event for this community-reads project. Registration is not required but it is suggested that you arrive early to get a good seat.
"Novel Destinations," the summer reading club for adults has officially ended, but if you finished reading your six books, bring in your "Reading Passport" to pick up your prize.
Books Sandwiched In
Book reviews by community members are presented for each six week session in the spring and fall. Programs are held on Wednesdays at 12:10 p.m. Coffee, tea and cookies served.
Computer Classes
Instruction is held periodically throughout the year and includes both demonstration and hands-on classes. Registration is required.
Adult Book Discussion
All are welcome to attend this group which meets at 7:45 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the
month from October through May. Titles are varied and during the year include mystery, literary fiction, non-fiction, etc. Coffee and goodies provided. Read the book before the discussion; copies of the books are available at the front desk.
This community-reads project in Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties takes place every winter, culminating with the author's visit in March. Join in the fun--read the book, discuss it with friends and neighbors, and meet a nationally-recognized author.
Knit One, Read Too
Bring your knitting or crochet projects and craft with us at Richmond Memorial Library. We'll meet in
the Reading Room of the library. This is not a class. Knit One, Read Too offers a place for those who knit
or crochet to meet and work together on their own projects. We hope experienced people will share their
knowledge with beginners and that everyone will find inspiration in seeing other enthusiasts' projects. No
registration is required. Just bring your needles or hook and come enjoy the company of your fellow yarnlovers.
New members always welcome.
Mystery Lovers’ Mondays Book Discussion
All are welcome to attend this discussion group which meets on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. four times a
year. Read the selected book and be ready to discuss. Dates for 2012 are:
January 23--Open Season by C.J. Box
April 23--A Share in Death by Deborah Crombie
July 23--Silent in the Grave by Deanna Raybourn
October 22--To be announced
Copies of the books are available at the front desk.
Reel Discussions
Watch the movie and talk about it at this program held at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each
month from January through November. Snacks provided. Call the library at 343-9550 ext. 2 to find out
the movie of the month.
Richmond Memorial Library ·19 Ross Street · Batavia · NY ·14020 · (585)343-9550
