Frederick Douglass Community Library

08/28/2026

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08/28/2026

It’s that time again and we need YOU! We are accepting donations of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, board games and puzzles for our biannual Book Sale! The Book Sale begins Saturday September 12th!

08/19/2026

There is a Best Library category...you know what to do!

Best Of Rochester 2026 has entered the chat. 👾

Our annual readers’ poll is a chance to shout out your favorite people, places and things to do. A chance to give recommendations to other CITY readers. A chance to promote your business.

And as always, the four finalists in each category are dictated by your write-ins!

Primary ballot voting is open until Friday, Sept. 25 at midnight; head to the link in our bio to vote. 🔗

08/12/2026

Next Thursday at 6PM join Dr. Emily Morry from the Local History & Genealogy Division for a Local History Walking Tour of South Ave.! Click here for details and to register:
https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/16520753

08/07/2026

Our own Mr. Isaac is one of Rochester Regional Library Council's 2026 Library All Stars!! Everyone who knows Mr. Isaac knows what a well-deserved honor this is. He brings kindness, passion, and dedication to his work at the library every day. A big congratulations to Mr. Isaac and our other colleagues who were honored!

RRLC is pleased to announce the 2026 Library Award winners! Learn more about Library of the Year and Library All Star winners here: https://mailchi.mp/rrlc/library-award-winners-2026

08/05/2026

Join us for storytime at the Tunnel Tree with Highland Park Conservancy! It’s the best!

08/04/2026

07/29/2026

We will be marching in Rochester's first ever literacy parade August 15th with Miss Sweet Potato Pie!! All patrons are invited to join us in the parade! Our book character theme will be Alice in Wonderland. Come dressed on theme or as your favorite book character! The parade begins at the Douglass Branch at 11:00am, lineup begins at 10:15am.