If you are a Senior and unable to come to the library because of special circumstances we will deliver library materials to you. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.
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.
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
Nature-loving readers with a passion for the outdoors, unite! This year-round, all-weather, nature-themed book club is for the adventurous reader who enjoys walking outdoors.
Disclaimer(s)
Please Dress for Weather
Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.
Come to the Dorsch Branch for some outside adventures. We will have some adventures with water, art and other activities. This programs allotted time will be for 45 minutes. Please bring a towel and sunscreen.
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.
'Y' on the Fly brings the YMCA to the Library.
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.
Please Dress for Weather
Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
Come join us this summer for Tai Chi. We are not using a live instructor but are exercising with friends using a flash drive of our Fall thru Spring Tai Chi class. No registration required.
Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.
Murder, She Wrote meets The Golden Girls in the award-winning author’s brand-new series!
The first-ever full-length theatrical LEGO movie follows Emmet an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person (the MasterBuilder) and the key to saving his LEGO world
American Folktales and Songs with Aaron Werner
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.
Enjoy the melodies and memories of young America. Hear the story of John Henry and other tall tales. Sing along to "She'll Be Comin' Round the Mountain," and other American standards.
Storytime for preschool & toddlers
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.
Down on the Farm: Barnyard Adventure Storytime
Dive into a barnyard adventure at preschool storytime!
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
Toddlers and preschoolers are invited for a weekly journey through stories, music, and other fun age-appropriate activities.
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.
Library Adventure
Summer Reading: Forest Adventures
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.
This event is part of the 6-week Summer Reading events at the Summerfield-Petersburg Branch Library. Activities are intended for elementary school aged children, but younger siblings are welcome with adult assistance.
Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Stop by the Frenchtown Dixie branch to pick up a box of food for your children.
This program provides food for two meals per day for a week for all children under 18.
Join Miss. Kelli for six weeks of Tiny Yoga! There will be games and activities with playfulness in mind. We will combine yoga and play with fun functional movement, mindful movement, as well as "within" mind body work.
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.
Summer Lunch Program
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.
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
Lunch & Fun Activity
Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Alzheimer's Association Caregivers Support Group
We, as caregivers, are often physically, mentally, and emotionally overwhelmed. It can be an isolated and very lonely journey.
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
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
Get ready for a whirlwind of wackiness every Wednesday with our exciting program, "Wacky Wednesday"! Each week brings something new and different, guaranteed to surprise and delight patrons of all ages.
This is a partnership with the YMCA. YMCA comes out, and brings activities for kids to enjoy. Kids can participate in games such as soccer, dodge ball, baseball, kickball, tag, and more!
Disclaimer(s)
Please Dress for Weather
Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.
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, Eternal by Lisa Scottoline.
If you love historical fiction or want to try something new, join us every second Wednesday of the month here are at the branch.
Historical Fiction Book Club Titles for 2024
Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)
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.
Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.
All meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 4pm
2024 selections:
January - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
February - Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
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 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!
Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)
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.
Petersburg Novels at Night Book Club
Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.
All meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 6pm
2024 selections:
January - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
February - Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld