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.
The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
Wiggle Worms: Toddler 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.
Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler.
They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Wiggle Worms: Toddler 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.
Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler.
They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.
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.
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.
Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.
Meet us in the community room at 1:00pm
We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.
Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.
Meet us in the lobby at 1:00PM
We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.
Stretching and Strength
Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching.
Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines. Deliveries take place once a month.
Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines. Deliveries take place once a month.
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.
“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.
After School Adventures happens each Monday at the library! Stop by after school for a variety of fun activities: building challenges, mindfulness practice, puzzles and art projects. Each week will be something different!
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.
The Ellis Library & Reference Center and Gleaners invite you to join us for a 6-week cooking and nutrition class featuring hands-on cooking, healthy snack ideas, and more.
This program is for children 8-12 years old.
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.
The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy dinners 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.
Book and Build is a fun family Storytime! Stop by the library for this evening event, where families can enjoy some music, a book, and a fun building-based follow-up activity.
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.
Enjoy an evening of crafting. All materials will be supplied.
Please register
Rank MI Vote - Monroe County Petition Team (Weekly Meeting @ Bedford Library)
This is a weekly public meeting hosted by local volunteers to coordinate voter education and community outreach efforts. We’ll review upcoming events, share updates, and prepare materials related to nonpartisan civic engagement activities.