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Lego Fun

11:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

Easter

All Day
All Branches
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.

 

After-School @ Ellis

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Build and Create with Legos and Blocks

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come and enjoy an open build event with Lego's and other building blocks. Children of all ages are welcome! We'll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination!

 

No registration necessary.

Waystation Groundbreaking & Planting

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Family, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us this Earth Day as we break ground on a new Monarch Waystation in front of the library! 

Exploring with Paint

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Family
Robert A. Vivian Branch
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.

La-Z-Boy Take Your Child to Work Day

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Family
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Bookmobile

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

Lego Fun

11:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

Movie Madness at the Library

1:00pm - 3:30pm
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Dundee Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General, Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

                       Movie Madness at the Library!

                                   

Bird Watching vs. Birding

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Please join us in welcoming Greg Bodker. he has been a serious birder since 2006. Greg has led birding trips for Michigan Audobon, and was on its Board of Directors for 3 years.

Pintsize Prom

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family, Adults
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Get your dancing shoes and your fanciest outfit ... we are hosting a Pintsize Prom (for all kiddos up to 7 years old.)

Children and their grown ups will enjoy an afternoon together - with dancing and snacks and fun activities.

Magna Tile Mondays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Stop-in during the times listed for open building with Magna Tiles!!!

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.

Build and Create with Legos and Blocks

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come and enjoy an open build event with Lego's and other building blocks. Children of all ages are welcome! We'll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination!

 

No registration necessary.

Community Jigsaw Puzzle-Frenchtown-Dixie

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Stop by during library hours and work on our community puzzle. When a puzzle gets finished, a new one will be started. Stay for a short amount of time, or stay for a little longer. 

We look forward to seeing you!

MCLS Branches Closed for All Staff Day Training

All Day
All Branches
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 will be closed for Staff Training.

Lego Fun

11:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family. 

May The Fourth Be With You

12:30pm - 2:30pm
All Ages, Family
Bedford Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Celebrate everyone's favorite galaxy far, far away on Star Wars Day! Enjoy an obstacle course, games, and crafts! Please register as supplies are limited. 

Yogi Bears

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more.

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.

Yogi Bears

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more.

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.

Magna Tile Mondays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Stop-in during the times listed for open building with Magna Tiles!!!

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.

Build and Create with Legos and Blocks

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come and enjoy an open build event with Lego's and other building blocks. Children of all ages are welcome! We'll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination!

 

No registration necessary.

Puzzle in a Day

1:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages, Family
Robert A. Vivian Branch
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!

Super Second Saturday - Bugs

10:00am - 11:00am
Children, Family
Maybee Branch
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Event Details:

Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family.  Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme.  Activities may include books, crafts, hands-on fun and a few surprises!

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.

Lego Fun

11:00am - 1:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Maybee Branch
Cancelled
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm.  Lego building fun for the whole family.