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

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
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: 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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

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

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy dinners 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: General
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Musical Bingo: 50s

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming, General
Age Group:
All Ages

Get ready to rock around the clock, as we travel back in time to the 1950s. We're playing musical bingo. We play clips of iconic 1950s hits—you listen and mark them on your bingo card. 50s sock-hop attire is encouraged but not required.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming, General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to rock around the clock, as we travel back in time to the 1950s. We're playing musical bingo. We play clips of iconic 1950s hits—you listen and mark them on your bingo card. 50s sock-hop attire is encouraged but not required.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Small Fries Friday

Friday, February 6, 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.

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

First Chapter Fridays & Creative Writing Workshop

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational, General
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

First Chapter Fridays & Creative Writing Workshop for 5th-8th Graders

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

First Chapter Fridays & Creative Writing Workshop for 5th-8th Graders

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 "Family" group

Go for the Gold - Olympics Party

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children, Family

Get pumped up for the Winter Olympics at the library!  Try all the different activity stations, plus you'll have a chance to win your own gold medal!

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Get pumped up for the Winter Olympics at the library!  Try all the different activity stations, plus you'll have a chance to win your own gold medal!

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.

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

Go for the Gold - Olympics Party

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children, Family

Get pumped up for the Winter Olympics at the library!  Try all the different activity stations, plus you'll have a chance to win your own gold medal!

Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Get pumped up for the Winter Olympics at the library!  Try all the different activity stations, plus you'll have a chance to win your own gold medal!

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.

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

After School Adventures

Monday, February 9, 2026 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

Mindful Mondays

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children, Tweens

Start your week with calm, creativity, and a little movement! Kids ages 6–12 are invited to join us for a relaxing half-hour of kid-friendly yoga followed by a simple mindful activity—like breathing games, gratitude prompts, or a peaceful craft.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, General, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your week with calm, creativity, and a little movement! Kids ages 6–12 are invited to join us for a relaxing half-hour of kid-friendly yoga followed by a simple mindful activity—like breathing games, gratitude prompts, or a peaceful craft.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Family" group

How the Grinch Stole Valentine's Day!

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
All Ages, Family

Uh-oh! Valentine's day is in trouble! The Grinch has decided that hearts, candy and kindness are just too much for Whoville and the South Rockwood Library-and he plans to steal Valentine's Day!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uh-oh! Valentine's day is in trouble! The Grinch has decided that hearts, candy and kindness are just too much for Whoville and the South Rockwood Library-and he plans to steal Valentine's Day!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bedford Book Swap

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all book lovers with overflowing shelves! Join in on our second annual book swap and trade those books you've read to make room for new ones on the shelf. This event is for adults only. Light refreshments will be served.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all book lovers with overflowing shelves! Join in on our second annual book swap and trade those books you've read to make room for new ones on the shelf. This event is for adults only. Light refreshments will be served.

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

Cards/Dice and Coffee

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Library at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Roll the dice and try your luck with cards and dice at the Frenchtown Library. Bring a friend or two or come alone. Coffee, tea, cards and dice will be provided. Come for a good time. No registration necessary.

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Roll the dice and try your luck with cards and dice at the Frenchtown Library. Bring a friend or two or come alone. Coffee, tea, cards and dice will be provided. Come for a good time. No registration necessary.

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

Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 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, February 11, 2026 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
This event is in the "Family" group

Lego Block Party

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 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 on Wednesdays after school.  Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design. We will display finished projects for one week.  

 

 

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 on Wednesdays after school.  Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design. We will display finished projects for one week.  

 

 

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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Do NASA Science Live!

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Family

Come discover galaxies with us! Visit the Bedford branch library for a chance to do real NASA science! 

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come discover galaxies with us! Visit the Bedford branch library for a chance to do real NASA science! 

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 "Adults" group

VITA IRS Tax Preparation Assistance - Accounting Aid Society

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
General, Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Adults

No Cost Tax Assistance available at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General, Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

No Cost Tax Assistance available at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 

Presidents' Day

All Day
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Presidents' Day.

Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Presidents' Day.

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

Bookworm Party

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Calling all bookworms!  Join us at the library for an afternoon celebrating books.  We'll have a few games, bookish activities and a treat!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all bookworms!  Join us at the library for an afternoon celebrating books.  We'll have a few games, bookish activities and a treat!

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.

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

Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 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

Dumbledore's Army

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Do you love the Harry Potter books? Do you watch the movies every time they are on T.V.? Then Dumbledore's Army is the club for you. This is a Harry Potter fan club that will meet on the third Wednesday of each month.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Do you love the Harry Potter books? Do you watch the movies every time they are on T.V.? Then Dumbledore's Army is the club for you. This is a Harry Potter fan club that will meet on the third Wednesday of each month.

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, February 18, 2026 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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Build and Create - Legos & STEM Acitivies

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Children

We'll provide the Lego's and other building blocks. You provide the imagination. There will also be some STEM activities during this time. This is an open program so come anytime from 10 - 1 pm and have fun building and getting creative.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children
Program Type: General
Event Details:

We'll provide the Lego's and other building blocks. You provide the imagination. There will also be some STEM activities during this time. This is an open program so come anytime from 10 - 1 pm and have fun building and getting creative.

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

Tween and Teen Chess Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Library at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming, General
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Join us on the first and third Thursday of every month for Teen and Tween Chess Club! Game sets, boards, and chess clocks will be provided.

Intended for ages 10-16. No registration required.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, General
Event Details:

Join us on the first and third Thursday of every month for Teen and Tween Chess Club! Game sets, boards, and chess clocks will be provided.

Intended for ages 10-16. No registration required.

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.