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Planner Party Saturdays

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you a paper planner/journal person? Would you like a place to come and setup you weekly spreads? Well stop by the library and we will have some supplies that you can use to help with your planning.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Lego Fun

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Circle of Friends Quilt Group

12:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

After School Adventures

3:30pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Event Details:

After School Adventures happens each Monday at the library!  Stop by after school for a variety of fun activities: building challenges, mindfulness practice, puzzles and art projects.  Each week will be something different! 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Monroe Michigan Crochet Club

5:00pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Erie Crafty Crafters

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Erie Branch
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun evening of crafting!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Luna Pier Crafty Crafters

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for a fun evening of crafting. All supplies provided.

This event is in the "Family" group

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Planner Party Saturdays

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you a paper planner/journal person? Would you like a place to come and setup you weekly spreads? Well stop by the library and we will have some supplies that you can use to help with your planning.  

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Lego Fun

11:00am–1:00pm
All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Hygge at the Library

All Day 2/2–2/6
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Snuggle up near the fireplace with a good book, a warm beverage, and a relaxing craft. We'll be practicing the Danish art of Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah), or cozy living. In the dreary winter months, this will be the perfect pick-me-up! 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Machine Sock Knitting

3:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ida Branch
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

After School Adventures

3:30pm–4:15pm
Children, Tweens
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General
Event Details:

After School Adventures happens each Monday at the library!  Stop by after school for a variety of fun activities: building challenges, mindfulness practice, puzzles and art projects.  Each week will be something different! 

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Beaded Jewelry Crafts

3:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Attention all teens & tweens….Join us as we sit back with friends and make some beaded jewelry! All supplies are provided no registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beaded Plant

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Maybee Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have a hard time keeping plants alive? I do...come out and join us in making a cute beaded plant for your desk or home. Registration is required for planning purposes and all materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Homeschoolers Happenings

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Carleton Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us the first and third Tuesday of every month from now until the end of May.  We meet at 1pm for fun, crafts, STEM, library adventurers and more.  So get your homeschoolers  together and join us for our next meeting.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

Homeschool Art Club

2:15pm–3:15pm
Children, Tweens
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Chapter Book Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Homeschool Art Club is designed for kids ages 7 to 12 as a space to explore and create through a wide variety of art mediums. Come dressed to express yourself. 

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Play-doh and Play-time

2:30pm–4:00pm
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Take a break from the cold winter weather with some time at the library!  We'll have open play-doh play (lots of tools and accessories to use) as well as other playtime items available.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

After School Craft and Build

4:00pm–5:00pm
Preschool, Children, Tweens
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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, Children
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
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. 

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.

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Tween/Teen Craft Night - Needlepoint/Beaded Bracelets

5:30pm–7:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Adult Color & Chat

12:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you love to color? Join us for some coloring fun! Bring your pencils, paint, markers or diamond painting and a fun attitude.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

A Common Thread

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Piano Sitting Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your projects such as knitting, cross-stitch, or crochet work and be a part of our group! Join us on the first and third Thursday of every month to share your projects and a "common thread" with others!