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Lego Fun

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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

snowman

Super Second Saturday - Winter Scenes

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include books, crafts, hands-on fun and a few surprises!

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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Santa Comes To Town

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Carleton Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us as Santa Comes to town.Downtown Christmas Activities: There will be activities downtown Carleton from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Enjoy music, decorations, food trucks and hot bever...

Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Join us as Santa Comes to town.

Stem Station at Ellis

STEM Station

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General, Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

STEM Station (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) is a fun program that ties books and science together.  Listen to stories and then participate in fun, hands-on...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

STEM Station (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) is a fun program that ties books and science together.  Listen to stories and then participate in fun, hands-on science and engineering 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.

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Snowman Ornament Workshop

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We will making a snowman ornament on a wood base! Registration Required.We will be painting. Please make sure you wear clothes that you are okay if paint gets on them.

Required
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We will making a snowman ornament on a wood base! Registration Required.

We will be painting. Please make sure you wear clothes that you are okay if paint gets on them.

Winter Solstice Flyer

Winter Solstice Celebration

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Let's celebrate the upcoming winter solstice with practices and activities meant to inspire creativity, introspection, community, and comfort. We will enjoy warm beverages and tast...

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

Let's celebrate the upcoming winter solstice with practices and activities meant to inspire creativity, introspection, community, and comfort.

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.

Please Dress for Weather

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

Teen Tuesday

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational, General
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Chat about your favorite books while munching on snacks and hanging out with new friends. There will be a fun new activity each month 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club, Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Chat about your favorite books while munching on snacks and hanging out with new friends. There will be a fun new activity 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.

Build and Create with Legos and Blocks

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Come and enjoy an open build event with Lego's and other building blocks. Children of all ages are welcome! We'll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination! No registrat...

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

Come and enjoy an open build event with Lego's and other building blocks. Children of all ages are welcome! We'll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination!

 

No registration necessary.

Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General
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.

Event Details:

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 excitin...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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!

Brains and Games

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General
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.

Event Details:

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

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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 with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!

K-Pop Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Stop in to this months K-Pop club session.  We will be trading photo cards, listening to music, enjoying snacks and having fun. We will also being having a white elephant gift...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: General
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Stop in to this months K-Pop club session.  We will be trading photo cards, listening to music, enjoying snacks and having fun. We will also being having a white elephant gift exchange.

Event Flyer

Lego Fun

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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

Christmas Eve

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 Christmas Eve. 

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 Christmas Eve.

 

Christmas 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 Christmas 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 Christmas Day.

 

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Dragons Love Tacos Party

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Do you love dragons? Do you love tacos? Then you will love our Dragons Love Tacos Party!  This fun event is designed for preschool and kindergarten aged kids and their grownup...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Do you love dragons? Do you love tacos? Then you will love our Dragons Love Tacos Party!  This fun event is designed for preschool and kindergarten aged kids and their grownups; older siblings welcome to come participate as well.

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.

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Dragons Love Tacos Party

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library at Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Do you love dragons? Do you love tacos? Then you will love our Dragons Love Tacos Party!  This fun event is designed for preschool and kindergarten aged kids and their grownup...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Do you love dragons? Do you love tacos? Then you will love our Dragons Love Tacos Party!  This fun event is designed for preschool and kindergarten aged kids and their grownups; older siblings welcome to come participate as well.

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.

New Years Party

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Celebrate the upcoming New Year with us. We will have snacks, games, and crafts. 

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Celebrate the upcoming New Year with us. We will have snacks, games, and crafts. 

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.

Event Flyer

Lego Fun

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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

American Girl Doll Tea

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Adults
Event Details:

American Girl Doll Tea

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: General
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

American Girl Doll Tea

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.

New Year's Eve

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 New Year's Eve. 

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 New Year's Eve.

 

New Year's 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 New Year's 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 New Year's Day.

 

Ring in the New Year

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library at Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year at the Library!  Let's kick off 2025 with food, crafts and fun....has a nice RING to it, right?  This event is designed for elementary aged children,...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year at the Library!  Let's kick off 2025 with food, crafts and fun....has a nice RING to it, right?  This event is designed for elementary aged children, although younger siblings can participate with adult help.

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.

Adult Color & Chat

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Tweens, Adults, Seniors
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.

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.

Ring in the New Year

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Children, Family
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year at the Library!  Let's kick off 2025 with food, crafts and fun....has a nice RING to it, right?  This event is designed for elementary aged children,...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ring in the New Year at the Library!  Let's kick off 2025 with food, crafts and fun....has a nice RING to it, right?  This event is designed for elementary aged children, although younger siblings can participate with adult help.

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.