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Homeschoolers Happenings

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carleton Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us the first and third Tuesday of every month from now until the end of May.  We meet at 1pm for fun, crafts, STEM, library adventurers and more.  So get your homeschoolers  together and join us for our next meeting.

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

Join us the first and third Tuesday of every month from now until the end of May.  We meet at 1pm for fun, crafts, STEM, library adventurers and more.  So get your homeschoolers  together and join us for our next meeting.

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.

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.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
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: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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

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

Tuesday, May 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.

Craft and build

After School Craft and Build

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Preschool, Children, Tweens

Come to the library every first Tuesday of the month, October through May, for a fun activity!  We'll have an artsy project as well as a building activity or challenge.

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Event Details:

Come to the library every first Tuesday of the month, October through May, for a fun activity!  We'll have an artsy project as well as a building activity or challenge.

Friends of the Summerfield Petersburg Library meeting

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
History Room at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Meetings
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

All members are invited to attend. New members are always welcome. Members plan fundraising events that benefit the library and the community of users. They share programming and event ideas at the meetings.

Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Meetings
Event Details:

All members are invited to attend. New members are always welcome. Members plan fundraising events that benefit the library and the community of users. They share programming and event ideas at the meetings.

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Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, May 5, 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!

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:45pm
Fireplace Area at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
All Ages

The Bedford Chess club returns on Tuesdays. Chess sets are provided. Everyone of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

The Bedford Chess club returns on Tuesdays. Chess sets are provided. Everyone of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

Youth Quilting class

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children

Get ready for 5 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.

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

Get ready for 5 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.

Books On Tap Book Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for snacks, drinks, and lively discussion at this casual book club. We will meet at Charlie Mops in Lambertville. Please contact Jessica at the library with any questions.  

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for snacks, drinks, and lively discussion at this casual book club. We will meet at Charlie Mops in Lambertville. Please contact Jessica at the library with any questions.  

Dundee Book Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

The Dundee Branch Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. on the lower level of the library.

Everyone is welcome, and books are available at the library.

Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Dundee Branch Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. on the lower level of the library.

Everyone is welcome, and books are available at the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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Hampton Manor of Dundee

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Age Group:
Seniors

Meet us in the lobby at 9:00 AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. 

Delivery and pick up is once a month.

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

Meet us in the lobby at 9:00 AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. 

Delivery and pick up is once a month.

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Rawson Place Apartments

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Age Group:
Seniors

Meet us in the lobby at 10:00AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.

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

Meet us in the lobby at 10:00AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.

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Wednesday Play Lab Spring Session

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Join us each Wednesday morning as we explore a brand new way to play!

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each Wednesday morning as we explore a brand new way to play!

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.

Moving & Grooving

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
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...

Join us at the Dorsch branch to shake out our sillies, share a book and do some sensory play. It's fun for everyone!

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.

Join us at the Dorsch branch to shake out our sillies, share a book and do some sensory play. It's fun for everyone!

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.

The MCLS Bookmobile

Oodles of Love Daycare

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile

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.

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie 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: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
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.

The MCLS Bookmobile

Dayspring Preschool

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile

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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Dundee Area Senior Center

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Age Group:
Seniors

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

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

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

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Eagle Springs Dundee

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Age Group:
Seniors

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

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

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

The MCLS Bookmobile

God's Lighthouse Academy

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Children
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile
Puzzle in a Day

Puzzle In A Day

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
All Ages, Family

Do you love putting puzzles together? 

Come join us at Vivian Branch Library between 1:00 pm & 6:00 pm on the first Wednesday of every month. 

Join fellow patrons as we attempt to finish a puzzle in a day!

Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Do you love putting puzzles together? 

Come join us at Vivian Branch Library between 1:00 pm & 6:00 pm on the first Wednesday of every month. 

Join fellow patrons as we attempt to finish a puzzle in a day!

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
L.S. Navarre Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
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: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

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

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Kid Crafternoons: Learn to Hand Sew!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Learn the basics from a long-time hand-sewing enthusiast! Bring your own projects to work on or sew along with our step by step project with materials provided!

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

Learn the basics from a long-time hand-sewing enthusiast! Bring your own projects to work on or sew along with our step by step project with materials provided!