5 things to do in Rochester, NY — Monday, August 31, 2026
Picked each day from verified Rochester-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.
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Build Confidence with Computers
Community at Central Library — Central - Tech Center Classroom, starting 11 a.m.
This beginner-friendly class introduces the fundamentals of using a computer and laptop, including basic navigation, mouse and keyboard skills, and everyday computer tasks. No prior experience is needed. This class can…
Details from the organizerDinosaurs, Feathers, and Birds
Community at Central Library — Central - Kate Gleason Auditorium, starting 4 p.m.
The field of Paleontology has long had many unanswered questions, with the evolution of birds and the origin of flight being two of the most prominent. Birds have long been thought to have evolved from reptiles, but whi…
Details from the organizerCANCELLED: Literacy Rochester: Walk-In Digital Literacy Help
Community at Charlotte Branch — Charlotte - Miscellaneous, starting 10 a.m.
Digital Literacy is a program of Literacy Rochester that teaches adults basic computer skills. Trained volunteers assist individuals with operating devices, navigating the internet, and using software. The program is pr…
Details from the organizerCitizenship Class on Zoom
Community at Maplewood Community Library — RPL - Offsite, starting 4:30 p.m.
Join through Zoom or in-person at Maplewood Community Library for an hour free Citizenship Class. There are 16-weekly sessions that repeat continuously. We review colonial history, US history, US government and civics,…
Details from the organizerLyell Adult Book Club, August: "Wow, No Thank You." by Samantha Irby
Community at Lyell Branch — Lyell - Meeting Room, starting 5 p.m.
Discussion on Monday, August 31st, 5:00-6:00pm Join Lyell Branch Staff for a hilarious collection of autobiographical stories by comedian, essayist, and blogger Samantha Irby. Eight (8) copies available through MCLS.
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