Storytime for preschool & toddlers

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

Springtime Adventurers and Story Time

9:30am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Carleton Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required

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)

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.

Cancelled

Book Trekkers: A Walking Book Club

9:30am–11:30am
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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.

Alice Lorraine Care Center

10:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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. 

Fountain View of Monroe

10:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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. 

Frenchtown Adult Day Services

10:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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. 

Monroe Springs

10:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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.

We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.

For more information or to set up a delivery please contact Library in Motion at 734-241-5770

I Love a Mystery Book Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

SUMMER FAMILY MOVIES

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

June 11th- The Spongebob Movie: Sponge
Out of Water

June 18th-Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

June 25th- Shrek 2

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

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

Frenchtown Place Apartments

11:00am–11:45am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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 11:00AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 x213 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Miss Jill's Choice - Summer Bucket List

12:30pm–2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Join us all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! 

P.M. Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
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.

Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.

January 8, 2025: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

Middle School Book Club

1:00pm–2:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Middle School Book Club 2025 

We meet at 1:00 pm on the dates listed below for our book discussion and activity. 

January 15, 2025         Reader’s Choice 

Movies from Around the World

1:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Let's travel around the world with these free movie screenings! Come join us on the second Wednesday of every month in the community room at 1:00pm. 

January 8, 2025 - Chicago 

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.

Marian Place

2:00pm–2:45pm
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
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 Social Hall at 2:00PM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 x213 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

Historical Fiction Book Club

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
South Rockwood Branch
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

If you love historical fiction or want to try something new,  join us every second Wednesday of the month here are at the branch!

Use the link to find the this month's book title!

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
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.

Center Crafts with Jason and Hannah

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General

Petersburg Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

2025 selections:

January      The Women by Kristin Hannah

February    Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
All Ages
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.

MCLS Board of Trustees Meeting

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages, Adults
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Meetings
Event Details:

June meeting of the Monroe County Library System's Board of Trustees.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

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

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy meals 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.

Game Night!

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Come enjoy a night of fun and socialization.  We will be playing games like Farkel or Uno.  It will be games of your choosing.  Cards and cribbage boards will also be available.  Join us for some fun. 

Petersburg Novels at Night Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Fireplace
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

2025 selections:

January      The Women by Kristin Hannah

February    Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance