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The MCLS Bookmobile

Triumph Academy Summer School

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:30am
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.

Summer Lunch Program

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, 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.

This program is open to those 18 years of age and under at no cost. 

To ensure that we have enough meals, please register.  

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

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.

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Arts and Crafts

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, 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 all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! Mondays will be arts and crafts.

Upcoming
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! Mondays will be arts and crafts.

Monday Afternoon Movies

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Beat the summer heat each Monday afternoon with a fun, family movie.  Feel free to bring a blanket for the floor and a snack to enjoy.  

June 16th - Wicked

June 23rd - Harold and the Purple Crayon

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beat the summer heat each Monday afternoon with a fun, family movie.  Feel free to bring a blanket for the floor and a snack to enjoy.  

June 16th - Wicked

June 23rd - Harold and the Purple Crayon

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy snacks for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School)

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

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.

Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Please Dress for Weather

Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.

Mindful Art

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Unwind, create, and find inner peace with Mindful Art, a calming and creative program designed to nurture your mind and spirit.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind, create, and find inner peace with Mindful Art, a calming and creative program designed to nurture your mind and spirit.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

Weaving Creations

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library at Erie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Summer 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 activ...

Join us for a creative weaving adventure! We’ll transform an ordinary plastic cup into beautiful woven containers using colorful yarn. No experience needed - just your imagination and get ready to weave!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

Join us for a creative weaving adventure! We’ll transform an ordinary plastic cup into beautiful woven containers using colorful yarn. No experience needed - just your imagination and get ready to weave!

Color Our World Summer Reading Logo

Summer Reading - Color Our World!!! Brighten Your World

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Upstairs Library Space at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Summer 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 activ...

Join us for six- weeks of Summer Reading at the Dundee Branch Library.

Children in grades Kindergarten - sixth grade may drop-in on Tuesday's at 10 am for programing.

Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

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. 

Join us for six- weeks of Summer Reading at the Dundee Branch Library.

Children in grades Kindergarten - sixth grade may drop-in on Tuesday's at 10 am for programing.

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 MCLS Bookmobile

Holiday Camp

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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.

Summer Reading - End of Summer Celebration

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Summer 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 activ...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required

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. 

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.

Summer Lunch Program

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, 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.

This program is open to those 18 years of age and under at no cost. 

To ensure that we have enough meals, please register.  

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

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.

Summer Reading: Color Our World

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Carleton Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Summer 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 activ...

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required

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. 

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.

Lego Mania

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Enjoy some afternoon Lego play with your friends.  

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

Enjoy some afternoon Lego play with your friends.  

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy snacks for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School)

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

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.

Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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.

Disclaimer(s)

Please Dress for Weather

Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

Quilt Love - Youth Sewing Class

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Get ready for 6 weeks of creative fun in our quilting class! Perfect for ages 10 and up, this class is for anyone excited to dive into the world of quilting. We'll get comfy with sewing machines and learn the basics of making a quilt.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for 6 weeks of creative fun in our quilting class! Perfect for ages 10 and up, this class is for anyone excited to dive into the world of quilting. We'll get comfy with sewing machines and learn the basics of making a quilt.

Y on the Fly Dundee

'Y' on the Fly with the Monroe YMCA!

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Dundee Branch
Program Type:
General, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

 

Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Event Details:

 

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.

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Slime Festival at Ida Library

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Let's celebrate the end of Summer Reading in the world of slime! Follow the recipe or design your own while supplies last!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's celebrate the end of Summer Reading in the world of slime! Follow the recipe or design your own while supplies last!

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.

Summer Lunch Program

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, 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.

This program is open to those 18 years of age and under at no cost. 

To ensure that we have enough meals, please register.  

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

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.

Weaving Creations - Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Meal Program, Summer Reading
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 for a creative weaving adventure! We’ll transform an ordinary plastic cup into beautiful woven containers using colorful yarn. No experience needed - just your imagination and get ready to weave!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program, Summer Reading
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 for a creative weaving adventure! We’ll transform an ordinary plastic cup into beautiful woven containers using colorful yarn. No experience needed - just your imagination and get ready to weave!

Sizzling Summer Science

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

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.

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

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.