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Spring Boredom Busters Dundee

Spring Break Boredom Busters

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us Spring Break Boredom Busters!

Cozy Tales Storytime - Dundee

Cozy Tales

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Upstairs Library Space at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Grab your blanket and join us for Cozy Tales in the Children's Area on our main level.

We will spend time reading a few stories and making a simple craft.

Spring Boredom Busters Dundee

Spring Break Boredom Busters

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us Spring Break Boredom Busters!

Craft Supply Swap

Craft Supply Swap

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Re-home your new or gently used craft supplies and find some new-to-you items to spark creativity!  Donate your unwanted craft supplies March 27th-April 3rd and then attend the Craft Supply Swap on April 4th from 12-2 pm.

Craft and build

After School Craft and Build

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Event Details:

Come to the library every first Tuesday of the month, October through May, for a fun activity!  We'll have an artsy project as well as a building activity or challenge.

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! 

We’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, art experiences, and enjoy fun, hands-on extension activities. 

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Tween/Teen Craft Night

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you are a tween or teen who likes to craft, join us each month for a crafting night.  Come hang out with friends, enjoy some snacks, and test your creativity with a different project each month.

Small Fries Friday

Small Fries Friday

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun, specifically designed for children ages 3–6.  

Weekend Parent Child Play Group -Dundee

Weekend Parent & Child Play Group

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
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.

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Coloring Contest

03/03/2026 @ 11:00am–04/03/2026 @ 12:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Erie Branch
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop in and grab a coloring contest page this month.  Completed pages are due by April 3. Winners announced the week of April 6.

A Little Egg Fun

All Day 3/23–4/3
Preschool, Children
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop in and create  your very own foam Egg, while supplies last. No registration 

Craft Supply Swap Dropoffs

All Day 3/27–4/3
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The annual Craft Supply Swap is coming up on April 4th, 2026 from 12-2 pm.  If you are interested in donating new or gently used craft supplies for the event, please drop them off any time between March 27th and April 3rd.  

Spring Break Pokemon FunFest

10:00am–6:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Want to evolve your spring break? Visit the Frenchtown Dixie branch each day for Pokemon themed fun activities. We are here to make your school break even better! 


Monday 1:00-2:00  Make Pokemon Shrinky Dink keychain.

Zoo Crafts

11:00am–4:30pm
All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spring Break is a zoo at the library!  Pop in between 10am-4:30pm for open zoo crafting.  We'll have a variety of projects you can complete.  There will also be a zoo scavenger hunt to try!  No registration needed.

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.

Young Adventurers Book Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Children
Bedford Branch
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Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

A welcoming space for homeschoolers who are learning to read or love being read to!  Each week features a read aloud, followed by games, crafts, and activities that spark imagination and build early literacy skills.

Zoo Escape Room 12pm Session

12:00pm–1:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Maybee Branch
Event Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

What would you do if you got stuck in the zoo?  Test your skills with our zoo escape room!  Suitable for families with kids of all ages, kids under 12 will need an adult with them.

Movie Afternoon - Zootopia 2

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Carleton Branch
Event Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Detectives Hopps and Wilde find themselves in a mystery and things turn upside down in mammal metropolis.  Come see what happens next.

Run time is 108 minutes Rated  PG

Registration required and space is limited.

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.

Peep-tastic Spring Break Bash

12:00pm–2:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Erie Branch
Event Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hop in for some sweet Spring Break fun! We will start with a Peep taste test challenge! Try 8 flavors, vote bracket style,  and help crown the winner. Then explore activity stations filled with Peep-themed activities and challenges.

Spring Break Boredom Busters: Lego Mania

12:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Event Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stuck at home for Spring Break?  The Ellis Library has you covered.  We have fun activities for the entire family. 

Tuesday, March 31st  – Lego Mania from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM 

Zoo Escape Room 1pm Session

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Maybee Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

What would you do if you got stuck in the zoo?  Test your skills with our zoo escape room!  Suitable for families with kids of all ages, kids under 12 will need an adult with them.

Zoo Escape Room 2pm Session

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Maybee Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

What would you do if you got stuck in the zoo?  Test your skills with our zoo escape room!  Suitable for families with kids of all ages, kids under 12 will need an adult with them.

VITA IRS Tax Preparation Assistance - Accounting Aid Society

2:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

The Accounting Aid Society in partnership with the VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program is here to help you navigate your tax preparation at no cost to eligible households and individuals (households making less than $67,000 annually).&n

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.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Snack)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy snacks for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Zoo Escape Room 3pm Session

3:00pm–4:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Maybee Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

What would you do if you got stuck in the zoo?  Test your skills with our zoo escape room!  Suitable for families with kids of all ages, kids under 12 will need an adult with them.

A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
L.S. Navarre Branch
Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Every week looks a little different- there will be activities such as crafting, painting, and gaming to name a few! This is a place to study, have a snack, visit with friends, and unwind.

Newport Non-Fiction Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Newport Branch
Library Branch: Newport Branch
Room: Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us on the last Tuesday of the Month as we discuss non-fiction books.  New members always welcome.  This month we will be discussing The Shoemaker and the Tea Party by Alfred Young.

Zoo Escape Room 4pm Session

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens, Family
Maybee Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

What would you do if you got stuck in the zoo?  Test your skills with our zoo escape room!  Suitable for families with kids of all ages, kids under 12 will need an adult with them.

Dinner & Delight - Peep House

4:00pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Event Full
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!

Chess Club

4:00pm–7:45pm
All Ages
Bedford Branch
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.

Meet Up & Eat Up (Supper)

5:00pm–6:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
L.S. Navarre Branch
Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

The Sodexo Meal program provides free healthy supper for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Trivia Night: Harry Potter Edition

5:00pm–6:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Maybee Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your knowledge of wizards and their spells, interesting creatures and memorable characters.  We're doing Harry Potter Trivia!

Lake Erie Resellers

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Welcome to the Lake Erie Resellers meeting! Whether you're a seasoned eBay pro or just getting started, join us for a fun and informative gathering. Connect with local eBay sellers, share tips, and swap stories about your eBay experiences.

FUN!!!!! Newport Activity Puzzle Pack

All Day 4/1–4/30
All Ages
Newport Branch
Library Branch: Newport Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Take and Make
Event Details:

Pick up a packet with the supplies needed to create your very own craft from the comfort of home.

Come and pick up an Activity packet.

Enjoy completing the Activity/Puzzle pages.

Put your name and phone number on each page because each completed page is an entry into a drawing for a gift basket!!!