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Small Fries Friday

Friday, April 4, 2025 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.SESSION #24/4 - Bouncing Bunnies4/11 - Eggs-travaganza4/18 - NO PROGRAM4/25 - Lego Day 

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.

SESSION #2

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.

Read and Create Program - An Early Literacy/STEM program

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This program will take place on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month and is specifically geared towards 4 -6 year old kids who are just starting their reading adventure. We w...

Event Full
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This program will take place on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month and is specifically geared towards 4 -6 year old kids who are just starting their reading adventure.

Paint Like Picasso

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Do you want to learn to paint like Picasso? Each month we'll learn a little about a famous artist and try to replicate their techniques in a unique way.  For those 6...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Do you want to learn to paint like Picasso? 

Each month we'll learn a little about a famous artist and try to replicate their techniques in a unique way.  

For those 6 and older.  

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.

Baby Bop

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
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:

Join us for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. You can play and socialize with other little ones while...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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 for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 

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.

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and foll...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Book Club, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and follow up with fun, hands-on extension 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.

From Pantry to Table!

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Blue Bush Branch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging and informative session on purchasing and preparing dried beans and whole grains—your key to delicious, nutritious, and budget-friendly meals! Recipes and a...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging and informative session on purchasing and preparing dried beans and whole grains—your key to delicious, nutritious, and budget-friendly meals! Recipes and a sample will be provided. 

 

After-School @ Ellis

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Family
Event Details:

Ellis is the place to be for after-school fun!Kindergarten through 6th graders are invited to join in for an exciting series of creative and hands-on activities this spring. Each w...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Ellis is the place to be for after-school fun!

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.

Homeschool Book Club

Thursday, April 10, 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...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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.

Understanding Senior Care

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Educational, General
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Julie Waidelich-Roberts as she presents "Understanding Senior Care" at the Bedford Library. Julie will help us understand the various options for senior living, assisted livin...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Julie Waidelich-Roberts as she presents "Understanding Senior Care" at the Bedford Library.

Country Critters 4-H Club: Bunnies, Bunnies, Bunnies!

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Educational, General
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a night of BUNNIES! The Country Critters 4-H Club will be here to talk about all things bunnies with bunnies!! Enjoy a presentation about bunnies, pet some bunnies and ...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 68
Event Details:

Join us for a night of BUNNIES! The Country Critters 4-H Club will be here to talk about all things bunnies with bunnies!! Enjoy a presentation about bunnies, pet some bunnies and hear a bunny tale!

Small Fries Friday

Friday, April 11, 2025 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.SESSION #11/10 - Snowman Stories & Snack1/17 - Winter Wonderland 1/24 - Craft Corner1...

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: 10
Event Details:

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

SESSION #1

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.

Program Flyer with illustrations of seed packets and photos of potted seedlings

Vegetable Garden Seed Starting Workshop

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Gardeners of all skill levels are invited to attend this workshop! Get a head start on your summer garden and swap tips with fellow growers. We'll go over some basics of veget...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Gardeners of all skill levels are invited to attend this workshop! Get a head start on your summer garden and swap tips with fellow growers. 

Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational, General
Age Group:
Children
Book Clubs:

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

Event Details:

Get ready for a fun adventure this school year!  Get your passport stamped each month through this special book club.  We'll explore a new title each month, take a journe...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club, Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

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

Get ready for a fun adventure this school year!  Get your passport stamped each month through this special book club.  We'll explore a new title each month, take a journey as a group, and then finish with an extension activity.

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.

Baby Bop

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
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:

Join us for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. You can play and socialize with other little ones while...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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 for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 

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.

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and foll...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Book Club, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and follow up with fun, hands-on extension 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.

After-School @ Ellis

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Family
Event Details:

Ellis is the place to be for after-school fun!Kindergarten through 6th graders are invited to join in for an exciting series of creative and hands-on activities this spring. Each w...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Ellis is the place to be for after-school fun!

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.

Sensory Shenanigans!

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
All Ages, 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:

Bring your little ones to explore a variety of hands-on sensory activities that engage all five senses. We'll discover and explore literacy through textures, colors, sounds, b...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
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.

Bring your little ones to explore a variety of hands-on sensory activities that engage all five senses. 

We'll discover and explore literacy through textures, colors, sounds, books, and more in a fun, interactive environment.  

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.

Chocolate 101 with Lakehouse Bakery

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at South Rockwood Branch
Program Type:
Educational
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Who doesn't love chocolate?? Join us for this lively class as Lakehouse Bakery owner Keegan will teach us all about the "fruit of the gods!" Registration is required and appropriat...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Who doesn't love chocolate?? Join us for this lively class as Lakehouse Bakery owner Keegan will teach us all about the "fruit of the gods!" Registration is required and appropriate for patrons ages 16 years and older. 

Seed Starting 101

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Details:

Do you want to start a garden but are intimidated by the cost? Try seeds! Get all the tips and tricks to start a beautiful flower garden or grow some delicious vegetables from seed...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Educational, General
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Do you want to start a garden but are intimidated by the cost? Try seeds! Get all the tips and tricks to start a beautiful flower garden or grow some delicious vegetables from seed!

Read and Create Program - An Early Literacy/STEM program

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Quilt Room - Room F at Bedford Branch
Program Type:
Educational, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This program will take place on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month and is specifically geared towards 4 -6 year old kids who are just starting their reading adventure. We w...

Event Full
Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This program will take place on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of every month and is specifically geared towards 4 -6 year old kids who are just starting their reading adventure.

Easter

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 Easter. 

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 Easter.

 

Baby Bop

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
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:

Join us for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. You can play and socialize with other little ones while...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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 for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 

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.

Earth Day DIY Seed Bomb

Earth Day DIY Seed Bombs

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Educational
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Earth Day is a great time to kick-start planting. We will be making DIY seed bombs, an eco-friendly way to grow flowers and they make wonderful gifts too! This is a hands-on projec...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Earth Day is a great time to kick-start planting. We will be making DIY seed bombs, an eco-friendly way to grow flowers and they make wonderful gifts too!

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Program Type:
Book Club, Educational
Age Group:
Preschool, Children
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and foll...

Registration Open
Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Book Club, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and follow up with fun, hands-on extension 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.