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Storytime

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Summerfield – Petersburg 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required

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.

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

Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 11, 2026 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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Teddy Bear Picnic

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lawn at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Teddy Bear Picnic

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: General, Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teddy Bear Picnic

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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Younglove Daycare

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
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.

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

Cards/Dice and Coffee

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
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

Homeschool Silent Book Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

Join us for snacks and books! Bring a book to read silently, have a chat with the group, and then read some more! Don't know what to read- no worries we can help!

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for snacks and books! Bring a book to read silently, have a chat with the group, and then read some more! Don't know what to read- no worries we can help!

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

ISD Monroe Middle School

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Bookmobile
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
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: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Bookmobile

The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering a lifelong love of reading.

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

Stretching and Strength

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Frenchtown Township Library Advisory Board Meeting

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library at Blue Bush Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Adults

Regularly scheduled meeting of the Township's Library Advisory Board. The purpose of this Board is to serve in an advisory capacity to the Township Board regarding the Frenchtown Area Libraries. 

Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Regularly scheduled meeting of the Township's Library Advisory Board. The purpose of this Board is to serve in an advisory capacity to the Township Board regarding the Frenchtown Area Libraries. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Book Club

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Library at Erie Branch
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Come join this fun group of readers. Our title for this month is Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom.

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

Come join this fun group of readers. Our title for this month is Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom.

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

Yoga with Dianne

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults, Seniors

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

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

After School Adventures

Monday, May 11, 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Stuffy Village Adventure

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family

Bring your favorite stuffed animal and explore Stuffy Village! After listening to a story together, you can visit the vet, bakery, gym and more while helping your stuffed friend complete fun activities at each stop.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your favorite stuffed animal and explore Stuffy Village! After listening to a story together, you can visit the vet, bakery, gym and more while helping your stuffed friend complete fun activities at each stop.

This event is in the "Family" group

Kid Friendly Movie Night

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Family

If you LOVE watching movies with friends, please join us at the Vivian Library on the second Monday of each month while we re-visit classic kid friendly movies.

Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

If you LOVE watching movies with friends, please join us at the Vivian Library on the second Monday of each month while we re-visit classic kid friendly movies.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult DIY Night

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all crafters! Join us for a night of crafting and fun. We will make a different project at each meeting. All supplies will be provided. We will meet every other month on the second Monday.

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

Calling all crafters! Join us for a night of crafting and fun. We will make a different project at each meeting. All supplies will be provided. We will meet every other month on the second Monday.

This event is in the "Children" group

Custer Preschool

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Custer Elementary Class Visits

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:30pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Children
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Age Group: Children
Program Type: General
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Parent & Child Play Group

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:15am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Join us for a morning of playing and socializing. We will be offering a time for young children and their caregiver to interact through play, songs, books and art. Each session will end with a gathering time.

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

Join us for a morning of playing and socializing. We will be offering a time for young children and their caregiver to interact through play, songs, books and art. Each session will end with a gathering time.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Quilting-Frasier

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Community Room at Carleton Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Meetings
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meetings
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tai Chi for Health

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults

This is a soft movement class designed for those who have wanted to try Tai Chi and those who understand the principle.  Each class will be divided into three parts including warm up, senior form, and yang form. This is a very beneficial

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This is a soft movement class designed for those who have wanted to try Tai Chi and those who understand the principle.  Each class will be divided into three parts including warm up, senior form, and yang form. This is a very beneficial

This event is in the "Adults" group

Knitting & Crochet

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Adults

All are welcome to come on the second Tuesday of each month with your knitting or crochet project to share, and work on. We would love to expand our group! 

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

All are welcome to come on the second Tuesday of each month with your knitting or crochet project to share, and work on. We would love to expand our group! 

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

Masterpiece in a Bag

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Maybee Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

What can you make with a bag of random craft supplies?  Want to test your creativity?  Come try Masterpiece in a Bag!  This event is for tweens and teens.

Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

What can you make with a bag of random craft supplies?  Want to test your creativity?  Come try Masterpiece in a Bag!  This event is for tweens and teens.

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

Dinner & Delight

Tuesday, May 12, 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 "All Ages" group

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 12, 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.