Storytime for preschool & toddlers

9:00am - 10:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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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.

Trinity Lutheran

9:00am - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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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.

Baby Bop

9:30am - 10:30am
Babies & Toddlers
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
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.

Join us for "Baby Bop" a new playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 

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.

Norman Towers Senior Apartments

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

Meet us at the Coffee Cafe' at 10:00AM

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

Moving & Grooving

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
Dorsch Memorial Branch
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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.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool, Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 23

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.

Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool
Carleton Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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.

Storytime for Under Fives Spring Session

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

Tai Chi - Erie

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Erie Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Erie Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Tai Chi is a low impact, gentle physical exercise and stretching that puts minimal stress on muscles and joints. Perfect for adults just starting an exercise regime and those looking to reduce stress.

Lil' Bookworm Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool
Erie Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

This storytime is geared towards kids who are getting ready for kindergarten.  We will sing and dance to songs, listen to a story or two, work on the alphabet & literacy skills through play and fun 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.

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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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.

IHM Senior Living Community

11:00am - 11:30am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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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. 

Preschool STEAM Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, Storytime & Playgroups
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.

Join us weekly for an exciting new adventure.  We will encourage early literacy, help spark curiosity, and help develop new skills for our youngest learners.  

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.

Just the Facts Book Club

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Room C
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.

If you like to read thought-provoking non-fiction books, join us for Just the Facts book club on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:00 am.

Alzheimer's Association Caregivers Support Group

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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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.

Preschool Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Preschool, Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Preschool book club is for preschoolers going to kindergarten in the fall of 2024.

River Park Plaza Apartments

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Meet us in the lobby at 2:00pm

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

Woodcraft Square Apartments

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Meet us in the lobby at 3:00pm

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

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
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Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Meal Program
Event Details:

Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

Anime Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Bedford Branch
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

The Bedford Anime Club will be meeting the fourth Wednesday of the Month from 3-5 PM. We will be watching The Wonderland (3/27), and Maquia: When the Promised Flower Blooms (4/24).

A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
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Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Each 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 after the school day.

Dinner & Homework Help

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Educational, Meal Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Come enjoy dinner and then Miss Jill will help anyone who needs it with their homework.

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.

Exploring with Paint

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Robert A. Vivian Branch
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Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for something new to do?

Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library.

We will explore your hidden talents with paint!

All supplies will be provided.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
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Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Meal Program
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.

We Read Banned Books!

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join a book club for rebellious readers! We will discuss a different banned or challenged book each month. Readers ages 16 and up are welcome!

Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month, 5:30-6:30pm

Perfect Pies and Tarts with Lakehouse Bakery

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
South Rockwood Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Keegan Rodgers Owner and Pastry Chef of The Lakehouse Bakery in Chelsea, leads this hands-on and lively workshop on how to make the perfect pie dough.  Participants will get to work hands-on w

FantaSci Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Ellis Library & Reference Center
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Ellis Fanta-Sci book club is the only Fantasy and Science Fiction book club in the Monroe County Library System! 

Horror Book club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Library
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.

Join us for our horror book club. We will meet at the Frenchtown Dixie branch library on the fourth Wednesday of each month to discuss spooky books.