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Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Lawn at Ellis Library & Reference Center
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Lawn
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll enjoy summer and sunshine as we enjoy dancing, outdoor activities, and a little yoga on the library's lawn.  Please bring a towel or blanket for the ground.  In case of bad weather, we will move inside.

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Adult Summer Reading Upcycle Crafting Series

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Carleton Branch
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Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We invite you to join us on July 7, July 14, and July 21 at our Upcycling Art Series!

We will be using  items that would otherwise be thrown away to spark your creativity.

Week One: Plastic Garden Toadstool

Baby Bop at Ellis

Baby Bop

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Ellis Library & Reference Center for "Baby Bop," a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons. 

Y on the Fly Dundee

'Y' on the Fly with the Monroe YMCA!

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Dundee Branch
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Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading
Event Details:

 

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Art Around the World, Ida Library's Summer Reading Program

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Ida Branch
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Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

This year's summer reading theme is "Color Your World." At Ida we intend to do just that with hands-on arts and crafts from all over the globe.

Summer Storytimes at Ellis

Summer Storytime

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

This summer, bring your family to our Color Our World summer storytimes.   Each week we'll explore a new color through stories, music, and hands-on activities.

Dundee Kids Bug Catcher Craft

Bug Catcher Craft

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
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Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Drop-in any time during the event and decorate your own bug catcher.

Each child will receive a plastic bug catcher and items to decorate the outside.

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Show and Popcorn

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
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Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! Thursdays we will watch a show on the big screen and enjoy popcorn!

Summer Reading: Color Our World

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Blue Bush Branch
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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come enjoy an afternoon of books, games and crafts.  We will learn to color your world in lots of fun new ways.

Movie at Dundee Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Friday at the Movies Featuring TMNT Movie Marathon!!!

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
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Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us for the viewing of TMNT (Teen Mutant Ninja Turtles). We will start with the original short animated movies (approx.

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Airport Schools Scoops & Stories

6:00pm–6:30pm
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.

The Rainbow Heist Escape Room - Family Edition

6:00pm–7:00pm
Family
Erie Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: General, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

The art teacher’s prized collection of rainbow paints has been stolen by a mischievous art thief named Roy G. Biv.  Can you find the clues and solve the puzzles to  return them before the art show starts in 1 hour?

Ravenwood Tot Lot

12:00pm–1:00pm
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 Mania

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy some afternoon Lego play with your friends.  

Willow Green Tot Lot

2:00pm–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.

Summer Reading Program

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages, Children, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Family
Program Type: Summer Reading

SUMMER FAMILY MOVIES

10:00am–12:00pm
All Ages, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

June 11th- The Spongebob Movie: Sponge
Out of Water

June 18th-Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

June 25th- Shrek 2

Art Around the World, Ida Library's Summer Reading Program

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Ida Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

This year's summer reading theme is "Color Your World." At Ida we intend to do just that with hands-on arts and crafts from all over the globe.

Summer Storytime

11:00am–11:45am
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading
Registration Required
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.

This summer, bring your family to our Color Our World summer storytimes.   Each week we'll explore a new color through stories, music, and hands-on activities.

Bedford Homeschool Hangout

11:00am–1:00pm
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.

Summer Homeschool Hangout

11:00am–1:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Calling Bedford homeschool families! Come and join your library at the park this summer to meet new friends, hang out, play games, visit the Bookmobile, and more! Bring your lunch and get ready to have a FUNtastic summer!

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.

Please Dress for Weather

Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.

Wolverine Park Pop Up Visit

4:00pm–5:00pm
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.

Golf Ridge Community Stop

5:30pm–6:30pm
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.

Summer Music Series

5:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages, Family, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: South Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Family, Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Bedford Library's Summer Music Series is thrilled to be back this year with lively music, delicious food trucks, yard games, and family fun.

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.

Please Dress for Weather

Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.

Chick-Fil-A Family Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
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.

Family Movie Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Family
Bedford Branch
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Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Family movie night for the entire family. Feel free to wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuff animal, pillow and blanket. 

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. 

Yogi Bears

1:30pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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, Tweens, Family
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
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.

Monarch Mondays with Michele

9:00am–11:30am
All Ages, Family
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: North Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Drop by for Michele's garden "office hours" on Mondays during the summer!

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.

Monday Afternoon Movies

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beat the summer heat each Monday afternoon with a fun, family movie.  Feel free to bring a blanket for the floor and a snack to enjoy.  

June 16th - Wicked

June 23rd - Harold and the Purple Crayon

Free meal bundle pick up

3:00pm–3:30pm
Family
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Meal Program
Event Details:

Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Stop by the Frenchtown Dixie branch to pick up a bundle of food for your children. While supplies last.

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.

Jefferson Schools Scoops & Stories

6:30pm–7:00pm
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 Mania

1:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy some afternoon Lego play with your friends.