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May Puzzle Fun Pack

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Take and Make
Event Details:

Pick up a packet with the supplies needed to create your very own craft from the comfort of home.

Just stop by the Frenchtown-Dixie Library and pick up our new Puzzle Fun Pack. Completed pages can be returned by the end of the month.

Crochet Pattern of the Month

All Day 5/4 - 5/25
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Event Details:

Come pick up our crochet patterns of the month to make an easy crochet project. Make at home or bring your project and questions to UFO (UnFinished Objects) night on the second Thursday of the month.

Don Hollister's Woodworking Display

All Day 5/4 - 5/25
Carleton Branch
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Examples of Don Hollister's finished projects will be on display at the Carleton Branch Library during the month of May.

A Carleton resident, Mr. Hollister owned Hollister Drywall Inc. for over 40 years.

FUN!!!!! Newport Activity Puzzle Pack

All Day 5/4 - 5/25
Newport Branch
Library Branch: Newport Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Take and Make
Event Details:

Stop by the Newport Branch and pick up an Activity Puzzle Pack. Fun for ALL ages! Various types of puzzles included-Not jigsaw puzzles- Each returned puzzle page is an entry into our monthly drawing.

On Going Mother's Day Card Craft

All Day 5/6 - 5/10
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we offer everything you’ll need to create a one of a kind Mothers Day Card.

No registration required and all supplies are provided.

I Spy Board

All Day 5/6 - 5/25
Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General
Event Details:

When you stop by the Dorsch Memorial Branch try to find the items on our I Spy Board.  Each week we will ask you to find different items and you can receive a sweet treat!

Hampton Manor of Dundee

9:00am - 9:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Meet us in the lobby at 9:00 AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. 

Delivery and pick up is once a month.

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

9:00am - 10:00am
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Enrich your child’s imagination and development with storytimes presented by the Monroe County Library System. These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading.

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Oodles of Love Daycare

10:00am - 10:30am
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

Rawson Place Apartments

10:00am - 10:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Meet us in the lobby at 10:00AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.

Moving & Grooving

10:00am - 11:00am
Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Enrich your child’s imagination and development with storytimes presented by the Monroe County Library System. These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading.

Join us at the Dorsch branch to shake out our sillies, share a book and do some sensory play. It's fun for everyone!

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Storytime for Under Fives Spring Session

10:00am - 11:00am
Ida Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Enrich your child’s imagination and development with storytimes presented by the Monroe County Library System. These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading.

Introduce your little ones to the wonderful world of books with Story-time at Ida Branch Library!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

I Love A Mystery Book Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.

A man is savagely murdered outside Portland, and Detective Mason Callahan finds blood-spatter evidence that tells a troubling story. Files reveal the murder victim, Reuben Braswell, was a radical conspiracist.

Book Trekkers: A Walking Book Club

10:30am - 11:30am
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

NOTE: Book Trekkers will meet at ANSTED PARK in Temperance, MI for the May meeting.

Disclaimer(s)

Please Dress for Weather

Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

10:30am - 11:30am
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Enrich your child’s imagination and development with storytimes presented by the Monroe County Library System. These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading.

Disclaimer(s)

Weather Closing Statement

If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day.  

If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times.

If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.

Dayspring Preschool Box Pick Up

11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

Dundee Senior Center

11:00am - 11:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

11:00am - 11:45pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

We'll enjoy springtime and sunshine as we enjoy dancing, outdoor activities and a little yoga on the lawn of the library.  In case of bad weather, we will move inside.  

Ideal for kiddos 2-6.

Eagle Springs Dundee

12:30pm - 1:15pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

St. Patrick's School Box Pick Up

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Bookmobile

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

Alzheimer's Association Caregivers Support Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General
Event Details:

We, as caregivers, are often physically, mentally, and emotionally overwhelmed.  It can be an isolated and very lonely journey.

P.M. Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.

January 10th, 2024: The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley

February 14th, 2024: How the Penguins Saved Veronica by Hazel Prior

Middle School or Zoom Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

This book club meets in person at 1:00 pm and then on zoom in the evening at 7:00 pm for those who can't come during the day.  Please contact Elizabeth Pifer for zoom link.

Newport Branch Library Book Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Newport Branch
Library Branch: Newport Branch
Room: Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Newport Branch Library Book Club will meet the second Wednesday of the month at 2:00 pm. All meetings are open to all readers. This month's book is, Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng.