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Holiday Tree Decorating Contest

All Day 10/28 - 11/27
Newport Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Our annual holiday tree decorating contest is starting.  Trees can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.  You can stop in to pick one up or call to reserve a tree st...

Library Branch: Newport Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our annual holiday tree decorating contest is starting.  Trees can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.

Image of a decorated wreath

Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest

All Day 10/28 - 11/27
Carleton Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Our annual holiday wreath decorating contest is starting.  Wreaths can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.  You can stop in to pick one up or call to reserve a wre...

Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our annual holiday wreath decorating contest is starting.  Wreaths can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.

Crochet red and white mushroom ornament

Crochet Pattern of the Month

All Day 11/1 - 11/30
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come pick up our crochet patterns of the month to make an easy crochet project. Make at home or bring your project and questions to UFO (UnFinished Objects) night on the second Thu...

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

Come pick up our crochet patterns of the month to make an easy crochet project. Make at home or bring your project and questions to UFO (UnFinished Objects) night on the second Thursday of the month.

What are YOU thankful for?

What are you Thankful for?

All Day 11/4 - 11/29
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Stop by the Vivian Library and help us fill in our Turkey with thankful feathers!

Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Vivian Library and help us fill in our Turkey with thankful feathers!

Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest

All Day 11/8 - 11/29
Library at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Wreaths may be picked up starting Wednesday November 8, 2024.  Stop in to get a wreath or you can call to reserve a wreath. Supplies are limited. Decorated wreaths need t...

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Wreaths may be picked up starting Wednesday November 8, 2024.  Stop in to get a wreath or you can call to reserve a wreath. Supplies are limited.

Third Thursday Special

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Don't like to drive at night? Need something to do?Join us every other month for our adultTHIRD THURSDAY SPECIAL!Sit, relax and do a special craft project.All supplies are included...

Event Full
Required
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Don't like to drive at night? Need something to do?

Join us every other month for our adult

THIRD THURSDAY SPECIAL!

Sit, relax and do a special craft project.

Meets on first and third Thursday of the month

A Common Thread

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Piano Sitting Area at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Piano Sitting Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Green coiled coaster, made by Lora

Procraftinate

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Procraftinate Procraftinate: avoidance of adult responsibilities to partake in art and craft projects.Join us to make a Holiday craft and put off that other thing you need to ...

Event Full
Required
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Procraftinate 

Procraftinate: avoidance of adult responsibilities to partake in art and craft projects.

Small Fries Friday

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old.11/8 – Storybook Snacks11/15 – Tiny Yoga11/22 – Turkey Arts & Crafts11/29 – NO PROGRAM12/6...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old.

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.

Circle of Friends Quilt Group

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Circle of Friends Quilt Group share their love of quilting on the last Monday of each month, beginning at noon. All are welcome to join this group of active quilters whose skil...

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

The Circle of Friends Quilt Group share their love of quilting on the last Monday of each month, beginning at noon. All are welcome to join this group of active quilters whose skills range from beginner to advanced.

After School Adventures

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session.  We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, s...

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

After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session.  We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, seasonal STEM challenges, and holiday arts and crafts!

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.

Stem Station at Ellis

STEM Station

Monday, November 25, 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: 4
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.

Adult Crafts

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library at Erie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Color Creators

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Children's Round Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Organizations using the Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

All tween and teens are welcome to come be creative with us after school each Tuesday! Come and draw with us. No registration required.

Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

All tween and teens are welcome to come be creative with us after school each Tuesday! Come and draw with us. No registration required.

Wacky Wednesday

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Get ready for a whirlwind of wackiness every Wednesday with our exciting program, "Wacky Wednesday"! Each week brings something new and different, guaranteed to surprise and deligh...

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

Get ready for a whirlwind of wackiness every Wednesday with our exciting program, "Wacky Wednesday"! Each week brings something new and different, guaranteed to surprise and delight.

Exploring with Paint

Exploring with Paint

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Looking for something new to do?Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library.We will explore your hidden talents with paint!All supplies wi...

Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Looking for something new to do?

Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library.

We will explore your hidden talents with paint!

All supplies will be provided.

PJs and Pancakes

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelli for bedtime stories and yummy pancakes! Wear your jammies, bring your stuffies and get comfy! 

Event Full
Required
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Join Miss Kelli for bedtime stories and yummy pancakes! Wear your jammies, bring your stuffies and get comfy! 

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.

Crafty Krafters

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's Back!! Have a craft you need to finish but can't find the time to get it done? Bring it with you, sit by the fire with friends and make some time to be crafty. 

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

It's Back!! 

Have a craft you need to finish but can't find the time to get it done? Bring it with you, sit by the fire with friends and make some time to be crafty. 

Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving Day.

 

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

Friday, November 29, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if...

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if you are new to crochet and someone can help you learn!

Crochet Spiral Wreath Ornaments in Red and Green

Crochet Pattern of the Month

All Day 12/2 - 12/30
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Take and Make
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come pick up our crochet patterns of the month to make an easy crochet project. Make at home or bring your project and questions to UFO (UnFinished Objects) night on the second Thu...

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

Come pick up our crochet patterns of the month to make an easy crochet project. Make at home or bring your project and questions to UFO (UnFinished Objects) night on the second Thursday of the month.

Machine Sock Knitting

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Ida Library Crankers, a machine sock knitting group, meets once a month in the Ida Library Community Room. Everyone is welcome. Bring your sock knitting machine or come and learn a...

Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Ida Library Crankers, a machine sock knitting group, meets once a month in the Ida Library Community Room. Everyone is welcome. Bring your sock knitting machine or come and learn about sock knitting with machines.

After School Adventures

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session.  We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, s...

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

After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session.  We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, seasonal STEM challenges, and holiday arts and crafts!

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.

Reading Dragons Kids' Club

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly meeting of all things reading dragons.  Trade cards, play a variety of card games, and participate in other dragon-related activities. 

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
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly meeting of all things reading dragons.  Trade cards, play a variety of card games, and participate in other dragon-related 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.