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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.

Diamond Art

Diamond Art Painting

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own sparkling masterpiece with diamond art! Tweens/teens will us tiny, colorful “diamonds” to complete fun and easy designs.

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Wednesday, April 15, 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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Kid Crafternoons: Learn to Hand Sew!

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics from a long-time hand-sewing enthusiast! Bring your own projects to work on or sew along with our step by step project with materials provided!

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What Is Citizen Science?

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Room C at Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Room C
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Educational, General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Science enthusiasts, this informational program is for you! Join Jess as she explains the world of citizen science, introduces the library's current citizen science kits and shares ways YOU can get involved.

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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.

Youth Quilting class

5:00pm–6:30pm
Children
Maybee Branch
Event Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for 5 weeks of creative fun in our quilting class! Perfect for ages 10 and up, this class is for anyone excited to dive into the world of quilting. We'll get comfy with sewing machines and learn the basics of making a quilt.

First Time Homebuyers Class

6:00pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of home ownership?

Books On Tap Book Club

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for snacks, drinks, and lively discussion at this casual book club. We will meet at Charlie Mops in Lambertville. Please contact Jessica at the library with any questions.  

Dundee Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Dundee Branch Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. on the lower level of the library.

Everyone is welcome, and books are available at the library.

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.

Luna Pier Parks and Rec

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library

St. Michael's

8:30am–2:00pm
Children
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Bookmobile

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

Hampton Manor of Dundee

9:00am–9:45am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Meet us in the lobby at 9:00 AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. 

Delivery and pick up is once a month.

Story time Winter Fun

9:30am–10:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Carleton Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
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.

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.

Book Trekkers: A Walking Book Club

9:30am–11:30am
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Nature-loving readers with a passion for the outdoors, unite! This year-round, all-weather, nature-themed book club is for the adventurous reader who enjoys walking outdoors.

Disclaimer(s)

Please Dress for Weather

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

Rawson Place Apartments

10:00am–10:45am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

Meet us in the lobby at 10:00AM

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.

Moving & Grooving

10:00am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
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 at the Dorsch branch to shake out our sillies, share a book and do some sensory play. It's fun for everyone!

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.

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Preschool, Children
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required

I Love a Mystery Book Club

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

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.

Lil' Bookworm Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool
Erie Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Erie Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come enjoy some delightful stories, upbeat music and dances to keep your preschooler grooving.  We’ll wrap up with a craft or playtime to extend learning through play.

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.

Storytime for preschool & toddlers

10:30am–11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

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.

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.

Dundee Area Senior Center

11:00am–11:45am
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

Tai Chi

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Ida Branch
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This is a soft movement class designed for those who have wanted to try Tai Chi and those who understand the principle. This class is for everyone.

Eagle Springs Dundee

12:30pm–1:15pm
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:

We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.

To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us

Middle School Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tweens
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Middle School Book Club 

 

January 14, 2026   The Umbrella Mouse 

February 11, 2026  Number the Stars 

March 13, 2026  Adventures with Waffles 

P.M. Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

2026 titles announced soon!

Preschool Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Preschool, Children
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required

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.