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Brains and Games

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, Meal Program
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Meet Up and Eat Up: Presented in partnership by the YMCA:

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 elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, 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.

Wednesdays are all about sharpening minds and having fun! From 3:30 - 4:00, we’ll help elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Color & Chat

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Tweens, Adults, Seniors

Do you love to color? Join us for some coloring fun! Bring your pencils, paint, markers or diamond painting and a fun attitude.

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Event Details:

Do you love to color? Join us for some coloring fun! Bring your pencils, paint, markers or diamond painting and a fun attitude.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Homeschool TWEEN Book Club

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

This book club is for tween and teen homeschool students between the ages of 11-16. Books will be student-selected based on the monthly topic. Book discussions and related activities will occur at each meeting.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This book club is for tween and teen homeschool students between the ages of 11-16. Books will be student-selected based on the monthly topic. Book discussions and related activities will occur at each meeting.

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

D&D is a fantasy roleplaying game that is like a combination of a board game and storytelling. Dungeon Masters lead their group through experiences in worlds of heroic fantasy.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

D&D is a fantasy roleplaying game that is like a combination of a board game and storytelling. Dungeon Masters lead their group through experiences in worlds of heroic fantasy.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Lego Fun

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Zion Lutheran

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Bookmobile:

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Bookmobile

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

After School Adventures

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

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! 

Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

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.

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Homeschool Book Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Book Clubs:

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.

Suggested for children aged 7 - 12 years.  Younger children may need help with reading and activities.

Titles to be decided.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
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.

Suggested for children aged 7 - 12 years.  Younger children may need help with reading and activities.

Titles to be decided.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Homeschool Art Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Homeschool Art Club is designed for kids ages 7 to 12 as a space to explore and create through a wide variety of art mediums. Come dressed to express yourself. 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Homeschool Art Club is designed for kids ages 7 to 12 as a space to explore and create through a wide variety of art mediums. Come dressed to express yourself. 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General, Meal Program
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Meet Up and Eat Up: Presented in partnership by the YMCA:

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

Join us on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun.  Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General, 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 on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun.  Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Middle School Book Club

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Blue Bush Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

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 

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 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Lego Block Party (1/2 Day Edition)

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Family

Join one of our Lego Block Parties, Wednesdays after school.  (We've even got you covered no half days.)  Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join one of our Lego Block Parties, Wednesdays after school.  (We've even got you covered no half days.)  Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

CRAFTERNOONS for kids

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Library at Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Back by popular demand!!!

Afterschool/afternoon crafting with friends!!  

It is always fun and exciting to craft with pals.  Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for a fun craft.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Back by popular demand!!!

Afterschool/afternoon crafting with friends!!  

It is always fun and exciting to craft with pals.  Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for a fun craft.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Brains and Games

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, Meal Program
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Meet Up and Eat Up: Presented in partnership by the YMCA:

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 elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, 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.

Wednesdays are all about sharpening minds and having fun! From 3:30 - 4:00, we’ll help elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Homeschool Book Club

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back for the 2025-2026 school year with an updated format.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back for the 2025-2026 school year with an updated format.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Lego Fun

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

After School Adventures

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

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! 

Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Event Details:

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! 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Craft Corner

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Children are invited to join us for a monthly seasonal craft.  

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children are invited to join us for a monthly seasonal craft.  

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

St. Patrick's School

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Bookmobile:

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Bookmobile

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General, Meal Program
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Meet Up and Eat Up: Presented in partnership by the YMCA:

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

Join us on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun.  Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General, 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 on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun.  Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Brains and Games

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, Meal Program
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Meet Up and Eat Up: Presented in partnership by the YMCA:

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 elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, 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.

Wednesdays are all about sharpening minds and having fun! From 3:30 - 4:00, we’ll help elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!