Bedford Home Delivery

All Day
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. 

Carleton Branch Adult Summer Reading

All Day
Adults
Carleton Branch
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Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Challenge yourself this summer and shake up your usual reading genre! 

Anyone, 18 and up, will be able to choose from over 20 reading challenges. 

Safety Town

8:30am - 12:30pm
Children
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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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.

Preschool Storytime Yoga

9:00am - 9:30am
Preschool, Children
Bedford Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

 Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more.

Tiny Tales

9:00am - 9:45am
Babies & Toddlers
Dundee Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Tiny Tales will offer a time for our littlest patrons to join in fun at the library!

Little's ages birth - 14 months will have the opportunity to explore in an environment made just for them!

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.

Preschool Storytime Yoga

10:00am - 10:30am
Preschool, Children
Bedford Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more.

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.

Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

10:00am - 10:45am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

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

Aspen Grove Senior Living

10:00am - 11:00am
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:

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. 

Hampton Manor of Bedford

10:00am - 11:00am
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:

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. 

Summer Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
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Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, 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.

Summer Storytime is targeted for children 5 and under, but older siblings are welcome to join!  We'll have music, books and fun each week! No registration needed for the summer; come when you are able!

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.

Chair Yoga

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Ida Branch
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Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
South Rockwood Branch
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Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Library
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.

Cancelled

Reading with Rabbits

10:30am - 12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Drop in for a fun, interactive way to build literacy skills! Children will have the opportunity to practice their out-loud reading skills, while hanging out with real rabbits.

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.

Down on the Farm: Barnyard Adventure Storytime

10:30am - 11:30pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Dive into a barnyard adventure at preschool storytime!

Preschool Storytime Yoga

11:00am - 11:30am
Preschool, Children
Bedford Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more.

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.

Eaglestone Retirement Living

11:00am - 11:45am
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:

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. 

Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

11:00am - 12:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

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

Summer Lunch Program

12:15pm - 1:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Meal Program
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

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

This program is open to those 18 years of age and under at no cost. 

To ensure that we have enough meals, please register.  

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.

Lunch with Arts & Crafts

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program, Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

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

Luther Haus Apartments

1:00pm - 1:45pm
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:

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. 

Lego Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

If you love Legos, join us for Lego Mania each Monday afternoon.  

You can choose to open-build or participate in one of our weekly challenges.  

This event is open to kids, tweens, teens, and parents.

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Ellis Library & Reference Center
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if you are new to crochet and someone can help you learn!

Stretching and Strength

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching.

Adventure Begins at Your Library: Dinosaurs!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children
South Rockwood Branch
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Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. 

Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. 

Join our weekly adventures here at the library! This week's adventure; DINOSAURS!!

Build and Create

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool, Children
Maybee Branch
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Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Build and create is an open hour at the library to come and be creative!  Preschool and elementary aged children are welcome to come and use a variety of items to build with, craft with, and be creative!

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.

Hickory Ridge of Temperance

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  ​Deliveries take place every four weeks. 

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Vibrant Life Senior Living

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:

Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  ​Deliveries take place every four weeks. 

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
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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.

Tween/Teen Takeover

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Maybee Branch
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Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Tweens and teens are invited to the library this summer for a special time just for them!  We'll have crafty projects, games, and a variety of activities to help you enjoy some time with friends.

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

4:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschool, Children, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
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Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Please Dress for Weather

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

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 a free healthy dinner 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.

Summer Reading - Adventures with Animals

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Erie Branch
Event Full
Required
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Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This Wild About Books Program is a fun and interactive live animal program about books and the importance of reading.  This amazing show features a variety of animals from different countries and diverse ecosystems.