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.
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
Meet us in the lobby at 9:00 AM
We will have carts of books and movies to check out.
Delivery and pick up is once a month.
Storytime for preschool & toddlers
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.
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.
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.
Story, costumes, sound effects, ACTION! Join us for a fun intro to acting and dramatic play. We’ll read a story, pick out parts, grab a costume from the dress-up chest and read the story again. But this time, we’ll act it out!
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.
Library Storytime are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading. Please join us for books, crafts, fun, and more!
Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.
An anonymous skull, an unsolved murder, sinister rumors from the Cold War era of espionage—Bruno's investigation into a long-standing cold case finds him caught between an enigmatic winegrower and a menacing Communist organization from the past.
Have your preschooler test their skills with our over-size floor puzzles!
This is a drop-in program located in the lower level programming area of 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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
This book club is designed for preschoolers who will entering kindergarten in the Fall of 2025.
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 we will be selecting titles for next year, bring titles to share.
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.
Join us after school to relax and have fun playing board games.
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.
Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Wednesdays are all about sharpening minds and having fun! From 3:30 - 4:00, we’ll help with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!
A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School)
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.
We're back with some new books and new adventures! A club for young adventurers where you decide what path the story takes! Each adventurer will receive a passport and after each meeting will earn a new stamp.
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.
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.
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
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.
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!
October meeting of the Monroe County Library System's Board of Trustees.
Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)
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.
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
Is your scrap fabric bin overflowing? Would you like to use up some of those scraps in a fun colorful quilt? Learn how to make this Crumb Strip quilt with your scraps and 2 ½ yards of background fabric. This quilt measu