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.
Baby Group is for children under 2 and an accompanying caregiver. We'll have a short Storytime section with some music and books, we'll do some interactive or sensory activities, then have some open playtime for social interaction.
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.
Springtime Adventurers and Story Time
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.
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
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.
Color Our World in Camouflage. Come dressed in camouflage.
Do you like cooking with herbs, and gardening? We would love for you to join our herb group that meets on the third Wednesday of each month. Anyone is welcome!
June 11th- The Spongebob Movie: Sponge
Out of Water
June 18th-Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
June 25th- Shrek 2
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.
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 a colorful adventure each week as we explore the world through books, songs, and hands-on fun! From rainbows to oceans, we’ll celebrate the many ways color brightens our lives with stories, songs, projects, and playtime.
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.
Summer Reading Kickoff Event: Animal Magic with Mark Rosenthal
Join us for our Color Our World, Summer Reading Kickoff event with Mark Rosenthal and his animal friends.
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.
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 x213 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us
Summer Storytime
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.
This summer, bring your family to our Color Our World summer storytimes. Each week we'll explore a new color through stories, music, and hands-on activities.
Summer Reading - Color Your World with Creativity
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 week in Petersburg we are learning about creativity and exploring the question: What is Art? Please note that we are doing many artistic projects this summer and you should come dressed for mess!
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
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.
Messy Art Day - Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch
Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Let’s mix, drip, and splatter our way to colorful creations!
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
Get ready for a summer full of fun, hands-on science! Each week, we’ll explore a new STEM topic inspired by books. This program is packed with curiosity, learning, and excitement from simple experiments to creative building challenges.
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.
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
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
The Dundee Inspirational Book Club meets the third Wednesday of every month at 2 p.m. on the lower level of the library.
Everyone is welcome, and books are available at the 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.
Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.
Rekindle the joy of reading with your Grandchildren!
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.
Let’s Watch It Grow!
Are you looking for something fun to start your summer break? Let’s watch some plants grow! Join us at the Vivian Branch to create your very own bottle terrarium. Expanded time for your convenience.
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 Up & Eat Up (Supper)
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.
Spend an evening finishing those projects you have stored away for a later day. You can learn new things or just enjoy your project while chatting with others.
Bedford Library's Summer Music Series is thrilled to be back this year with lively music, delicious food trucks, yard games, and family fun.
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.
Please Dress for Weather
Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.
Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.
2025 Book List Coming Soon!
The Ellis Fanta-Sci book club is the only Fantasy and Science Fiction book club in the Monroe County Library System!