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Summer Fun!
Artist: Mitchell Tysciewicz Tuesday, September 22-Friday, October 23 Reception: Tuesday, September 22 | 6:00-7:00 PM Mitchell Tysciewicz is an abstract painter specializing in acrylics on canvas. His creative process centers on emotional expression, exploration, and allowing ideas to unfold naturally.
In the wood library gallery Enjoy rotating local art in the Ewing Family Community Room on the third floor. Open during regular business hours when a library program is not taking place.
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Save the Date Books Sandwiched In coming virtually in February.
SUMMER READING PROGRAM STATISTICS Impressive!
MEETINGS Library Board Meeting Monday, September 28 | 5:30 PM
Please join us for The Friends of Wood Library annual meeting and presentation! Friday, September 25 | 6-8 PM After a short business meeting and election of officers, we will present The Librarians, an award-winning documentary film which details the stories of librarians who are standing on the frontlines of democracy to protect First Amendment rights and maintain open access to information. A panel discussion and Q&A will follow featuring Ron Kirsop, Executive Director of the OWWL Library System, Leslie Mast, teacher and Wood Library Trustee, and Amanda Sawall, Canandaigua Middle School Librarian. Light refreshments will be offered.
There is no in-person programming. All library programs are virtual.
Program schedule is subject to change. Please check our online calendar or call the library to learn about cancellations.
Adult Programs
A Family Affair Through Friday, September 18 Tina and Peter Blackwood enjoy their mutual creations and appreciation of the arts! The exhibit showcases Tina's needle felt work and pebble art along with Peter's nature photography.
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Adults
Connect with Us Alexis Lawrence x314 Adult Services Librarian alawrence@owwl.org
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Please check the online calendar for more up-to-date program information. Program schedule is subject to change.
Wood Walkers Mondays | 9:00-10:00 AM A walking club for seniors. Contact Elaine Walker at evkwalker@gmail.com for more information. Yoga for Beginners Mondays | 5:00-6:00 PM Learn from a certified yoga instructor how the regular practice of yoga can improve physical, mental, and emotional health. Chair Yoga Wednesdays | 10:00-11:00 AM Practice yoga with a kripalu certified instructor. Open Tech Hours Wednesdays | 2:00-4:00 PM Bring your devices and questions! First come, first served. Zumba Wednesdays | 6:00-7:00 PM A fun way to stay fit! Zumba combines dance, strengthening exercises, and balance with a wide variety of high-energy music to get your heart pumping and body moving. Bring sneakers and water. Suitable for all bodies and abilities. Euchre Thursdays starting September 17 | 2:00-4:00 PM Join us for a friendly game of Euchre. The New Yorker Discussion Group Thursdays | 3:30-4:30 PM Read and discuss articles from this popular magazine. “Required readings” are chosen by group members and posted to the library’s website. Alzheimer's Association Support Group Tuesday, September 1 | 2:00-3:30 PM Peer or professionally-led groups for caregivers, individuals living with Alzheimer's, and others dealing with the disease. Chess Night at Rio Tomatlan Wednesday, September 2 | 6:00-8:00 PM All skill levels welcome. Appetizers provided! Rio Tomatlan, 106 Bemis St, Canandaigua. Raising Socially Healthy Kids in the Age of Social Media Series RR The Adolescent Brain and Social Media Tuesday, September 1 | 6:00-7:00 PM Dr. John J. Foxe, Department of Neuroscience at the University of Rochester Medical Center, explains why kids are neurologically wired to be vulnerable online. Why Kids Retreat into Gaming Tuesday, September 8 | 6:00-7:00 PM Dr. Robert Rice, Mindfit co-founder and therapist, discusses youth social skill development, how gaming is used as a coping mechanism, and when it becomes a concern. Social Media & Mental Health Tuesday, September 15 | 6:00-7:00 PM Dr. Holly Brown, Executive Director of the Golisano Institute for Developmental Disability Nursing at St. John Fisher University, explores the benefits and challenges of social media, its influence on emotional well-being, and practical strategies for promoting healthy online engagement and resilience. Teaching Digital Literacy & Social Skills Tuesday, September 22 | 6:00-7:00 PM Elizabeth Devaney, Director of the Whole Child Connection at Children’s Institute and a Youth Advocate, discusses practical strategies to help kids navigate digital spaces safely and respectfully. Boundaries, Monitoring & Healthy Limits Tuesday, September 29 | 6:00-7:00 PM Melissa Heatly, Ph.D., New York State Licensed Clinical Psychologist at URMC, provides valuable insights and actionable guidance for families to support children's digital well-being. Adult Board Gaming Wednesday, September 2 | 6:30-8:00 PM Learn to play board games with Game Master John Michalko. AARP Safe Driving Course RR Friday, September 4 | 10:30 AM-5:30 PM Learn proven driving techniques to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Knitting Konnection Tuesday, September 8 | 5:30-7:00 PM A social gathering of fiber crafters. All skill levels welcome! Swoon and Suspense Book Club RR Thursday, September 10 | 7:00-8:00 PM We will be reading Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren. Canandaigua Writers Group RR Friday, September 11 | 11:00 AM-1:00 PM The Canandaigua Writers Group welcomes anyone who has an interest in writing. Share original stories, poems, memoirs, and more in a supportive, learning community of fellow writers. Nature App Workshop Saturday, September 12 | 10:00-11:30 AM Associate Professor of Environmental Conservation and Horticulture John Bateman (Finger Lakes Community College) explores modern nature apps that support botanical exploration, plant identification, and ecological documentation, with special attention to tools useful for tracking invasive species. Stamping Class with Sally RR Saturday, September 12 | 10:30 AM-12:30 PM Monday, September 28 | 6:00-7:30 PM Craft your own greeting cards with instructor Sally. The cost is $20 per person and includes everything you need to make four cards with envelopes. Payment due at time of class. Make a Unique Globally Inspired Necklace RR Tuesday, September 15 | 2:00-3:00 PM Create a unique necklace using beads and other components from around the world. Alzheimer’s Association: Empowered Caregiver Series RR Wednesday, September 16 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Exploring Care and Support Services examines how to prepare for future decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care, and end-of life care. Third Annual True Crime Expo! Inside True Crime: Stories, Science, and Mystery RR Saturday, September 19 | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM The expo brings together true crime enthusiasts, investigative professionals, forensic experts, and authors for a full day of talks, storytelling, and discussion. Learning Canva for Adults RR Monday, September 21 | 6:00-8:00 PM Learn the basics of Canva, walk through a guided design, and then work on your own creation. Bring an idea for a project. Book Discussion Group Tuesday, September 22 | 2:00-3:00 PM Read and discuss The Measure by Nikki Erlick. Community Resource Access Day Wednesday, September 23 | 3:00-6:00 PM Connect with local agencies to learn about and access services, including mental health support, aging services, developmental disability resources, public assistance, and workforce training. Film Screening and Discussion: The Librarians RR Friday, September 25 | 6:00-8:30 PM When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life. This film screening is presented by The Friends of Wood Library. Light refreshments will be offered. Queer Lit Book Club RR Tuesday, September 29 | 7:00-8:00 PM Read and discuss Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune. This program is hybrid and can be attended either online or in person. Parkinson's Support Group Wednesday, September 30 | 1:00-3:00 PM For persons with Parkinson’s disease and caregivers. The Hub at Wood Library Resources with Case Management Service Wednesday, September 2 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Get assistance with applications for Temporary Assistance, SNAP, HEAP, or Medicaid; renewing benefits; questions about case status or eligibility; providing referrals to housing, employment, childcare, or mental health resources; job readiness or work program requirements; accessing online benefit portals, completing forms; confidential one-on-one support appointments, and emergency assistance resources. Third floor study lounge. Career Service Assistance with The Arc Ontario Tuesday, September 8 | 2:00-4:00 PM An opportunity for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their families and caregivers, to explore a variety of supportive paths toward independence and employment. Second floor study lounge. Career Service Assistance Thursday, September 10 | 4:30-5:30 PM Ontario County Workforce Development will help with resume creation/updates, job applications, career exploration, interview preparations, job leads, and more. Second floor study lounge. Ontario County Mental Health Friday, September 11 | 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Ontario County Mental Health will provide services through a satellite office at the library, offering convenient community-based access to support, information, and referrals. Third floor study lounge.
RR-Registration Required H-Hybrid Program
Books by Mail is back! Funded by an outreach grant from the OWWL Library System, this is a free service that delivers books and media (audiobooks and DVDs) through the US Postal Service to eligible homebound residents in the Canandaigua City School District.
If you have difficulty getting to the library due to vision loss, a disability, or other health challenges, this is a perfect way to enjoy the Wood Library materials you love!
RR- Registration required V-Virtual program H-Hybrid Program F-Facebook
Call Carrie Magnan for more info at 585-394-1381 x301.
All events 4:00 PM at Fort Hill Performing Arts Center. Wood Library is a proud partner of the Ewing Forum.
Ben Spear & Kathleen McGrath September 20, 2026 Protecting Your Ballot: Election Security Ahead of the 2026 Midterms Dr. Ray Dorsey & Dr. Sara Whittingham October 11, 2026 Facing Parkinson’s: New Science, New Strategies, Real Lives General Tim Haugh March 7, 2027 Defending the Digital Frontier: Understanding Today’s Cyber Risks and Tomorrow’s Solutions Tom Fontana April 18, 2027 Scenes from a Storied Career: An Entertaining Conversation with Tom Fontana
Zumba Wednesdays | 6:00-7:00 PM A fun way to stay fit! Chess Night at Rio Tomatlan Wednesday, September 2 | 6:00-8:00 PM All skill levels welcome. Appetizers provided! Rio Tomatlan, 106 Bemis St, Canandaigua. Knitting Konnection Tuesday, September 8 | 5:30-7:00 PM A social gathering of fiber crafters. All skill levels welcome! Teen Advisory Board Meeting Fridays, September 11 & 25 | 3:30-4:30 PM Grades 9-12 Plan library programs and be an advocate for Wood Library. Read with Pride RR Wednesday, September 16 | 4:00-5:30 PM Read and discuss Dan in Green Gables by Rex Ogle. Whodunit: The Teen Mystery Book Club RR Monday, September 21 | 3:45-4:45 PM Read and discuss This Place Kills Me by Mariko Tamaki.
Grades 6-12
Katie Smith x302 Teen Services Librarian ksmith@owwl.org
Music Makers Wednesday, September 2 | 10:00-10:30 AM Ages 1-6 Join the Local Sound Collaborative for a fun and festive music session! Bring your dancing feet and get ready to sing along. Kids Sew: Mushroom Cottage RR Tuesday, September 8 | 4:00-5:00 PM Grades K-5 Learn the basics of handsewing and create a mushroom cottage with soft fabrics, simple stitches, and some imagination. This class will be an introduction to layering. Apples with Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association RR Tuesday, September 15 | 4:00-5:00 PM Grades K-5 Are you curious about the apples growing around Canandaigua Lake? Find out how and where apples grow and do a craft and an apple tasting. Lego Club Tuesday, September 22 | 4:00-5:00 PM Ages 5-10 Let's build Legos! Kids explore creativity through free building. Family Book Club. Tuesday, September 29 | 5:15-6:00 PM A book club aimed at parents and kids with a focus on chapter books. Read and discuss Nell O'Dell Hates Quests by Emily B. Martin.
Rachel Brill x304 Children's Librarian rbrill@owwl.org
Children
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