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Play Dough Evenings at Dundee

Play Dough & Play Dates - Evening Edition

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Spend the evening at the library enjoying open ended play dough play!

Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Spend the evening at the library enjoying open ended play dough play!

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

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

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

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

Trading Card Game Night!

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Fireplace Area at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults

Join us every Thursday at 5:00pm at the Bedford Branch Library for TCG Nights! Come play Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, One Piece, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more! All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join us every Thursday at 5:00pm at the Bedford Branch Library for TCG Nights! Come play Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, One Piece, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more! All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Friends of the Carleton Branch Library Meeting

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Carleton Branch
Program Type:
Meetings
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at the Friends of the Carleton Branch Library's meeting.  We will be discussing ways we can continue to help the Carleton Branch with upcoming programs.  New members always welcome.

Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meetings
Event Details:

Join us at the Friends of the Carleton Branch Library's meeting.  We will be discussing ways we can continue to help the Carleton Branch with upcoming programs.  New members always welcome.

Bedford, MI - Indivisible

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Please join Bedford, MI - Indivisible as we participate in our democracy and better our communities!

Find us on Facebook or BlueSky for more info

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Please join Bedford, MI - Indivisible as we participate in our democracy and better our communities!

Find us on Facebook or BlueSky for more info

Beginning Watercolor Painting for Adults

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This class is designed for beginning painters. I'm a self-taught artist excited to share what I've learned with you!

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is designed for beginning painters. I'm a self-taught artist excited to share what I've learned with you!

Never Forget 9/11 Memorial Meeting

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Room C at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Adults

Board meeting for the Never Forget 9/11 Memorial project

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Board meeting for the Never Forget 9/11 Memorial project

Bedazzled Toploaders

K-Pop Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, Music
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Get ready to shine at this month’s K-Pop Club! We’ll be bedazzling toploaders—perfect for showing off your favorite photo cards. Bring cards to decorate and to trade with other fans!

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

Get ready to shine at this month’s K-Pop Club! We’ll be bedazzling toploaders—perfect for showing off your favorite photo cards. Bring cards to decorate and to trade with other fans!

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.

Custer’s Last Stand Art Exhibit

All Day 4/17 - 4/24
Riverside Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, History
Age Group:
All Ages

On the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, explore the memory of the battle through the eyes of artists.  The exhibit will feature images from the life and times of General George A. Custer.

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Riverside Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Educational, History
Event Details:

On the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, explore the memory of the battle through the eyes of artists.  The exhibit will feature images from the life and times of General George A. Custer.

Investment Coffee Club - Financial Advisor

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
All Ages

You're invited to join us at the next meeting of our Edward Jones Coffee Club. 

Join us for a casual discussion of current events, the economy and investing. We look forward to seeing you!

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

You're invited to join us at the next meeting of our Edward Jones Coffee Club. 

Join us for a casual discussion of current events, the economy and investing. We look forward to seeing you!

The MCLS Bookmobile

St. Charles Academy

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:30pm
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.

A family hands placed together, with the child's hand on top

Baby Group

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:15am - 9:45am
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Toddler Time

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.

Fun Fridays

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Fun Friday is a special Storytime where we do a lot of dancing and music activities.  We also read interactive books and have time for social play.  Great for toddlers and preschoolers who love to move and groove!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun Friday is a special Storytime where we do a lot of dancing and music activities.  We also read interactive books and have time for social play.  Great for toddlers and preschoolers who love to move and groove!

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.

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library at Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Storytimes:

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 r...

Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Room: Library
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.

Toddler Time

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.

Small Fries Friday

Small Fries Friday

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun, specifically designed for children ages 3–6.  

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun, specifically designed for children ages 3–6.  

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.

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.

Toddler Time

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.

Chair Yoga

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Get out and stretch your way to feeling better mentally and physically. Chair yoga is a low impact way to fitness and everyone can participate regardless of physical or health limitations! Jessica Bannon will be your instructor.

Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get out and stretch your way to feeling better mentally and physically. Chair yoga is a low impact way to fitness and everyone can participate regardless of physical or health limitations! Jessica Bannon will be your instructor.

blood drive information

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Adults

DROP-LET INTO BLOOD DONATION! SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT, KINDLY CALL 1-800-RED-CROSS Or VISIT RedCrossBlood.org AND ENTER CODE: SROCKWOODLIB

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

DROP-LET INTO BLOOD DONATION! SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT, KINDLY CALL 1-800-RED-CROSS Or VISIT RedCrossBlood.org AND ENTER CODE: SROCKWOODLIB

Manor Elementary Class Visits

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: General

Copy of Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Room C at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Room C
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming

Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford

Friday, April 17, 2026 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

The Last Stand in the American Imagination

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults

Paintings of the Battle of the Little Bighorn started to come into the public space immediately after the tragedy at the Little Bighorn in June of 1876.  Initial paintings, not at all accurate, spurred the American imagination into the chaoti

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Event Details:

Paintings of the Battle of the Little Bighorn started to come into the public space immediately after the tragedy at the Little Bighorn in June of 1876.  Initial paintings, not at all accurate, spurred the American imagination into the chaoti