| All Day |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
          
        Oct-Nov
      
    
    
    
      2025
    
       
        
        
          Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest
        
                      
        All Day
        10/27–11/26
       
                              Carleton Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Carleton Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              All Ages
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Our annual holiday wreath decorating contest is starting.  Wreaths can be picked up starting Monday October 27th. 
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
        
        
          Gnome-vember Take and Make
        
                      
        All Day
        11/17–11/22
       
                              Maybee Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Maybee Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Take and Make
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Grab a fun gnome craft at the library this week!  Happy gnome-vember! 
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      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
          
        Oct-Nov
      
    
    
    
      2025
    
       
        
        
          Holiday Tree Decorating Contest
        
                      
        All Day
        10/27–11/26
       
                              Newport Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Newport Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              All Ages
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Our annual holiday tree decorating contest is starting.  Trees can be picked up starting Monday October 27th. 
                               
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
        
        
          FUN!!!!! Newport Activity Puzzle Pack
        
                      
        All Day
        11/1–11/30
       
                              Newport Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Newport Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              All Ages
                           
            
              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.
            Come and pick up an Activity packet. Enjoy completing the Activity/Puzzle pages. Put your name and phone number on each page because each completed page is an entry into a drawing for a gift basket!!! 
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Children
               
                      Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
        
        
          Gnome-vember Take and Make
        
                      
        All Day
        11/17–11/22
       
                              Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Take and Make
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Grab a fun gnome craft at the library this week!  Happy gnome-vember! 
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      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Bedford Home Delivery
        
                      
        All Day
       
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
            If you are a Senior and unable to come to the library because of special circumstances we will deliver library materials to your home. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.  
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Small Steps Big Dreams Preschool
         
              
          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. 
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| 9:15am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 9:30am |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Babies & Toddlers
               
                      Ellis Library & Reference Center
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime
        
                
      9:30am–10:15am
     
                              Ellis Library & Reference Center
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Ellis Library & Reference Center
         
          Room: 
          Programming Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Babies & Toddlers
                           
            
              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.
            Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler.    They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.   
                               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. |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 9:45am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 10:00am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Babies & Toddlers, 
                  Preschool
               
                      Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Storytime
        
                
      10:00am–11:00am
     
                              Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Babies & Toddlers, 
                              Preschool
                           
            
              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)
              
  
      
            Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Aspen Grove Senior Living
        
                
      10:00am–11:00am
     
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
  
    
  
            Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.
            Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  Deliveries take place once a month.  
                               | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Hampton Manor of Bedford
        
                
      10:00am–11:00am
     
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
  
    
  
            Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.
            Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  Deliveries take place every four weeks.  
                               | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Ida Preschool
        
                
      10:00am–11:00am
     
                              Bookmobile
                           
              
          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. 
                               | 
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| 10:15am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 10:30am |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Babies & Toddlers
               
                      Ellis Library & Reference Center
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime
        
                
      10:30am–11:15am
     
                              Ellis Library & Reference Center
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Ellis Library & Reference Center
         
          Room: 
          Programming Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Babies & Toddlers
                           
            
              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.
            Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler.    They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.   
                               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. | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Chair Yoga
        
                
      10:30am–11:30am
     
                              Ida Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Ida Branch
         
          Room: 
          Community Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Adults
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Health & Wellness
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Get out and stretch your way to feeling better mentally and physically. Chair yoga is a low impact way to fitness and everyone can participate regardless of physical or health limitations! Jessica Bannon will be your instructor. 
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      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Preschool
               
                      Rasey Luna Pier Branch
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Lil' Bookworm Storytime
        
                
      10:30am–11:30am
     
                              Rasey Luna Pier Branch
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Rasey Luna Pier Branch
         
          Room: 
          Library
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Preschool
                           
            
              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.
            Come enjoy some delightful stories, upbeat music and dances to keep your preschooler grooving.  We’ll wrap up with a craft or playtime to extend learning through play. 
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      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Babies & Toddlers, 
                  Preschool, 
                  Children
               
                      South Rockwood Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Toddler Storytime
        
                
      10:30am–11:30am
     
                              South Rockwood Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          South Rockwood Branch
         
          Room: 
          Library
         
                              
              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. 
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| 10:45am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 11:00am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Eaglestone Retirement Living
        
                
      11:00am–11:45am
     
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
  
    
  
            Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.
            Meet us in the community room at 1:00pm We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. 
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| 11:15am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 11:30am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 11:45am |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 12:00pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 12:15pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 12:30pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 12:45pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 1:00pm |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  All Ages
               
                      Ellis Library & Reference Center
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Monroe Michigan Crochet Club
        
                
      1:00pm–2:00pm
     
                              Ellis Library & Reference Center
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Ellis Library & Reference Center
         
          Room: 
          Programming Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              All Ages
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started. 
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      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Luther Haus Apartments
        
                
      1:00pm–1:45pm
     
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
  
    
  
            Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.
            Meet us in the lobby at 1:00PM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. 
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| 1:15pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 1:30pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Adults, 
                  Seniors
               
                      Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Stretching and Strength
        
                
      1:30pm–2:30pm
     
                              Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
         
          Room: 
          Community Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Adults, 
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Health & Wellness
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching. 
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| 1:45pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 2:00pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Hickory Ridge of Temperance
        
                
      2:00pm–3:00pm
     
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  Deliveries take place once a month.  
                               | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Seniors
               
                      Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Vibrant Life Senior Living
        
                
      2:00pm–3:00pm
     
                              Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Senior Delivery Service
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  Deliveries take place once a month.  
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| 2:15pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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| 2:30pm |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Adults, 
                  Seniors
               
                      Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Cards and Coffee
        
                
      2:30pm–4:30pm
     
                              Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
         
          Room: 
          History Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Adults, 
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Gaming
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Love to play cards?  Then stop by and enjoy various card games. Coffee and cards will be provided, unless you prefer to bring your own. Bring some friends and have some fun! 
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| 3:00pm | 
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  All Ages, 
                  Adults, 
                  Seniors
               
                      Bedford Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Seniors" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Yoga with Dianne
        
                
      3:00pm–4:30pm
     
                              Bedford Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Bedford Branch
         
          Room: 
          Community Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              All Ages, 
                              Adults, 
                              Seniors
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Health & Wellness
                       
                          Event Details:  
            “Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages. 
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Children, 
                  Tweens, 
                  Teens
               
                      L.S. Navarre Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)
        
                
      3:00pm–4:00pm
     
                              L.S. Navarre Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          L.S. Navarre Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children, 
                              Tweens, 
                              Teens
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          General
                       
                          Event Details:  
            The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy snacks for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 
                               Disclaimer(s)
              
  
      
            Food Allergens We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens. |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Children, 
                  Tweens
               
                      Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          After School Adventures
        
                
      3:30pm–4:15pm
     
                              Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children, 
                              Tweens
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts, 
                          Educational, 
                          General
                       
                          Event Details:  
            After School Adventures happens each Monday at the library!  Stop by after school for a variety of fun activities: building challenges, mindfulness practice, puzzles and art projects.  Each week will be something different!  
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Children, 
                  Tweens, 
                  Teens
               
                      L.S. Navarre Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School)
        
                
      4:00pm–5:00pm
     
                              L.S. Navarre Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          L.S. Navarre Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children, 
                              Tweens, 
                              Teens
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          General
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Every week looks a little different- there will be activities such as crafting, painting, and gaming to name a few! This is a place to study, have a snack, visit with friends, and unwind. 
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      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  All Ages
               
                      Ellis Library & Reference Center
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "All Ages" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Monroe Michigan Crochet Club
        
                
      5:00pm–6:30pm
     
                              Ellis Library & Reference Center
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Ellis Library & Reference Center
         
          Room: 
          Programming Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              All Ages
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started. 
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Children, 
                  Tweens, 
                  Teens
               
                      L.S. Navarre Branch
                   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)
        
                
      5:00pm–6:00pm
     
                              L.S. Navarre Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          L.S. Navarre Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children, 
                              Tweens, 
                              Teens
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          General
                       
                          Event Details:  
            The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy dinners for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 
                               Disclaimer(s)
              
  
      
            Food Allergens We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens. |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
              
          Library Branch: 
          Ida Branch
         
          Room: 
          Community Room
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Adults
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Arts & Crafts
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Enjoy an evening of crafting. All materials will be supplied. We will be making a cute Pilgrim craft. Please register   
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      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Family" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Preschool, 
                  Children, 
                  Family
               
                      Maybee Branch
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Preschool" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Family" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Book and Build Storytime
        
                
      5:30pm–6:30pm
     
                              Maybee Branch
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Maybee Branch
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Preschool, 
                              Children, 
                              Family
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Storytime & Playgroups
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Book and Build is a fun family Storytime!  Stop by the library for this evening event, where families can enjoy some music, a book, and a fun building-based follow-up activity.  
                               Disclaimer(s)
              
  
      
            Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Family" group
    
   
    
      
              
     
                  Children, 
                  Tweens, 
                  Teens, 
                  Family
               
                      Carleton Branch
                   
 
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Children" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Tweens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Teens" group
    
   
    
      This event is in the "Family" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          A Fireside Chat with Therapy Dogs International Chapter 307
        
                
      6:00pm–7:00pm
     
                              Carleton Branch
                           
 
              
          Library Branch: 
          Carleton Branch
         
          Room: 
          Library
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Children, 
                              Tweens, 
                              Teens, 
                              Family
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Educational
                       
                          Event Details:  
            Join the Carleton Library in welcoming Therapy Dogs International Chapter 307.  On the first and third Monday of the month our four legged friends will be here for Tail Waggin Tutors, a chat, or a quick pet and visit. 
                               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.
  
      
            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. |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | 
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      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
    
        
  
                                    
  
    
      This event is in the "Adults" group
    
   
          
        Nov
      
    
          
        17
      
    
    
      2025
    
          
        Mon
      
       
        
        
          Rank MI Vote - Monroe County Petition Team (Weekly Meeting @ Bedford Library)
        
                
      7:00pm–7:45pm
     
                              Bedford Branch
                           
              
          Library Branch: 
          Bedford Branch
         
          Room: 
          Room C
         
                              
              Age Group:
                              Adults
                           
            
              Program Type:
            
                          Organizations using the Library
                       
                          Event Details:  
            This is a weekly public meeting hosted by local volunteers to coordinate voter education and community outreach efforts. We’ll review upcoming events, share updates, and prepare materials related to nonpartisan civic engagement activities. 
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