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Parent Child Play Group Dundee

Parent & Child Play Group

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver. We ask that no outside ...

Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver. 

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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Harborside Assisted Living

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Age Group:
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach:

Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.

Event Details:

Library staff will select and deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  ​Deliveries take place once a month. To place a request, call Library in Motio...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes.

Library staff will select and deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines.  ​Deliveries take place once a month. 

Storytime for Under Fives Spring Session

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
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...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 29

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.

Child coloring

Toddler & Preschool Storytime

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library at Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
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...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

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)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

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.

Child coloring

Mini Movers

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Library at South Rockwood 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: South Rockwood 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.

Playgroup

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial 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...

Event Details:

This Play Group is for Children from Birth to School Age with parents or caregivers accompanying. We will be spending time for everyone to interact through playing, sharing, climbi...

Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

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.

This Play Group is for Children from Birth to School Age with parents or caregivers accompanying. We will be spending time for everyone to interact through playing, sharing, climbing, caring and story reading!

Come join the fun!!

Literacy on the Lawn

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Literacy on the Lawn will be held on the library lawn for those 3-5 years old but will start inside the library in the children's area. Please come dressed for the weather, as...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Literacy on the Lawn will be held on the library lawn for those 3-5 years old but will start inside the library in the children's area.
 

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.

Please Dress for Weather

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

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.

The MCLS Bookmobile

Sodt Preschool

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children
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
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.

Inspirational Book Club

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Blue Bush Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

2025 BLUE BUSH INSPIRATIONAL BOOK CLUB We meet on the second Thursday of every month at 11:00a.m. for our book discussion. Please feel free to join us.Thursday, January 9 "Jul...

Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

2025 BLUE BUSH INSPIRATIONAL BOOK CLUB

 

We meet on the second Thursday of every month at 11:00a.m. for our book discussion. Please feel free to join us.

Child coloring

Mini Movers

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Get your body movin', shake out your sillies and get loose at this dance program. We will be moving and grooving to fun songs. Bring your party fingers and get this dance party sta...

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Get your body movin', shake out your sillies and get loose at this dance program. We will be moving and grooving to fun songs. Bring your party fingers and get this dance party started!

Preschool Book Club

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Pre-School book club is designed for children going to Kindergarten in the Fall of 2025. Being part of a book club allows children to be introduced to new vocabulary in an engaging...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Pre-School book club is designed for children going to Kindergarten in the Fall of 2025. Being part of a book club allows children to be introduced to new vocabulary in an engaging and exciting way.

Homeschool Book Club

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back in session for the 2024-2025 school year! Each month, students will select a book of their choice and complete a book project related...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back in session for the 2024-2025 school year! Each month, students will select a book of their choice and complete a book project related to the monthly topic.

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.

Soup for the soul book club

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Piano Sitting Area at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Clubs:

Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.

Event Details:

January 9 - The Negotiator by Dee HendersonFebruary 13 - Christy by Catherine MarshallMarch 13 - Relative Silence by Carrie Stuart ParksApril 10 - The Ark and the Dove by Jill Eile...

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Piano Sitting Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you.

January 9 - The Negotiator by Dee Henderson

February 13 - Christy by Catherine Marshall

March 13 - Relative Silence by Carrie Stuart Parks

April 10 - The Ark and the Dove by Jill Eileen Smith

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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.

Homework Helpers

Homework Helpers

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Homework Helpers & Study Groups
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

High school students are available after school to assist students who may need help with their homework.  No registration needed. 

Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups
Event Details:

High school students are available after school to assist students who may need help with their homework.  No registration needed. 

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.

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

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
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 ...

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.

Show and Tell Fun

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Get transported back to your elementary school days and join us for a classic show-and-tell session! Bring an interesting artifact, a neat find from your travels, a beloved toy, a ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Get transported back to your elementary school days and join us for a classic show-and-tell session! Bring an interesting artifact, a neat find from your travels, a beloved toy, a family heirloom, or something else you would like to share.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
Meal Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

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.

unfinished crochet flowerpot

UFO

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as we hunt down our UnFinished (craft) Objects. Dig out that project you haven't had a chance to finish, or that crochet project that's run into a snag.  Bring a friend, an...

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us as we hunt down our UnFinished (craft) Objects.

soul of an octopus

Ida Branch Book Club

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

All meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ida Branch Library. New members are always welcome! Please pick up a copy of the book at the library b...

Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ida Branch Library. New members are always welcome! Please pick up a copy of the book at the library before the meeting.

Flyer with list of titles for the year.

Hofu-Mifa Book Club on Zoom

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

All readers are welcome to join us as we read and discuss books with an emphasis on Japanese culture/history with our friends in Hofu, Japan and members of MIFA.  Discussions ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All readers are welcome to join us as we read and discuss books with an emphasis on Japanese culture/history with our friends in Hofu, Japan and members of MIFA.  Discussions will be on the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm Monroe local

Monroe County Civil War Round Table

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Who fired Lew Wallace, and when?In early April, 1862, Maj. Gen. Lew Wallace was the commander of the Third Division in U.S. Grant's Army of the Tennessee.  By the end of the s...

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

Who fired Lew Wallace, and when?

Investment Coffee Club - Financial Advisor

Friday, March 14, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
All Ages
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...

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, March 14, 2025 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.

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.