“It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen.”
– 1984 by George Orwell
Don’t let April fool you– there is much to do at Dansville Library this month! From spring break to-dos, to earth-inspired affairs, to hauntingly historical happenings, you’ll find a reason to be here almost every day.
From the Director
April is a season of renewal, as signs of spring begin to appear and new things start to bloom. It’s a time of fresh beginnings, and at the Library, we’re embracing that spirit with a full calendar of programs and activities for all ages.
April is also an important time for our Library and our community. In the coming weeks, we will be preparing for our annual budget vote and trustee election—an opportunity for residents to have a direct voice in the future of the Library. Anyone interested in running for a Trustee position can find more information online.
The proposed budget supports the programs, services, and resources our community relies on every day, while also helping us continue to grow and improve. It reflects our ongoing commitment to serving residents of all ages and responding to the needs we hear from you. More information about the budget, candidates, and voting details will be available in the Library and online in the weeks leading up to the budget vote and election, which will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
We hope you’ll join us this month—whether you’re trying something new, getting involved, or discovering a piece of your past.
Youth Services News
DPL will be out and about this month!
April 8 10a-1p See us at Livingston County Department of Health’s FREE Community Wellness Fair at Geneseo Central Schools
April 30 5:30p-7p Stop by our table at DPS Camp Read-A-Lot for a magnetic activity and info about summer reading
Some of our young patrons recently stuck themselves to the task of finishing our sticker mosaic to reveal a classical masterpiece. If you’re looking for low-key letter/color practice with your little one, or just seeking a moment of zen, stop by this corner of the kids’ room.
We want to hear from you! Take a quick minute to complete this survey to let us know what you would like to see this year.
Learn more about each event by visiting bit.ly/DansvilleLibraryCalendar.
We are deeply grateful for our ongoing partnerships with Dansville Central Schools. Whether we’re visiting classrooms and lunch periods, participating in school events, or collaborating on projects here at the library, this relationship is part of our foundation within the community.
In response to an increased demand for study space, we’ve reconfigured some areas to better meet the quiet study needs of our patrons. We moved the study corrals to the front of the nonfiction section, in the area recently dedicated to retired director Terry Dearing.
When newspapers and periodicals were relocated last year, we also planned to add a new seating area for patrons to read and browse. This has now been accomplished, creating a seating area that is both comfortable and spacious for patrons to enjoy.
Our Local History Room has seen a recent revitalization. Library Clerk Amanda organized the collection, we eliminated outdated equipment, and Maintenance Technician Chuck relocated the former research counter to the mezzanine, where it mirrors the popular seating in the YA area.
Another significant project involved moving cabinets from the upstairs Conklin Board Room to join other historical materials in the Local History Room. As you can see from the number of helpers it took to move these cabinets, this was no small task.
Moving these cabinets has also created an opportunity to improve public awareness of and access to some of the library’s unique archival materials, including original editions of newspapers from Dansville’s history.
At the Library, we’re proud of the wide range of programs, events, and services we offer for all ages. But the library doesn’t exist in a vacuum—our programs and services can only make a difference if people know about them.
This spring we’re seeing several projects come to fruition in the children’s area. Our seasonal toy rotation currently features a dramatic play diner, the LEGO table, and a solar system activity station. New to our STEM/Kit collection is a Super Smile Dentist Kit, perfect for teaching littles about brushing habits or acclimating them to visiting the dentist. Stop in today to check out what’s new to borrow and to enjoy our evolving physical space!
Have you already signed up for this year’s Summer Reading program, or are you interested in signing up, but you’re not sure what to expect? Learn more here, or stop by to talk to Library staff!
