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February is National Bird Feeding Month! Stop in the library to check out the display and pick up bags of birdseed to enjoy the seasonal journeys of birds passing through. Included is the display are: information about local birding groups feeder report sheets list of common backyard birds instructions on how to make a milk jug […]

February is Black History Month and Gates Public Library is recognizing the role of African Americans in the history of the United States of America. Celebrate and honor the rich history of African Americans by reading titles written by black authors, support a local black owned business, or learn more on your own! Book lists […]

Join the library’s club of avid readers and connect over books! There are four monthly book clubs in store this year.  Nonfiction Readers – Coming soon! Discover a new kind of book club and join our Facebook Group, Nonfiction Readers! Books will be chosen by members with monthly Facebook polls, opportunities to engage in postings about the book’s […]

For the love of winter, the library will be hosting a donation drive for the entire month of February. The Town of Gates community has been so responsive to support others in need and we thank you for that. This month we will be collecting NEW mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves for the Center for […]

In partnership with RochesterWorks, the Monroe County Library System presents “Getting ROC to Work” A series of skill-building workshops to help you start your job search or get back into the workforce.  Coming up: Tuesday, February 2, 2021, Tips for Interviewing. View more info. Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Creating a Cover Letter. View more info. Tuesday, March 9, […]

The library is closed today on Monday, January 18th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will reopen at 10 am on Tuesday, January 19th.