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Thanks for giving!

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, November 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

To make an appointment, call 1 800 RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code ELLISLIBRARY. 

Craft and build

After School Craft and Build

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 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.

Santa

Santa at the Library

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room: Upstairs Library Space
Age Group: Children
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Santa Claus is coming to the Dorsch Branch! Bring your little ones for a magical storytime, where Santa himself will be reading a festive holiday story.

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Bucket Beats: Rhythm and Books!

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Ida Branch
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Music, Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to make some noise! In this high-energy program, kids will tap, clap, and drum along on buckets while listening to stories filled with rhythm and rhyme.

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After School Crochet Club

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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 of crocheting with materials provided or bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other crafty crochet club members!

Shrinky Dink Keychains

Tween/Teen Craft Night - Christmas Shrinky Dinks

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 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.

Yule Ball

Yule Ball

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Witches and Wizards, your presence is requested at the Annual Yule Ball. The magic begins Friday, the fifth of December in the year 2025 from 6 to 8 pm in the Bedford Library Community Room. Strictly dress-to-impress (costumes or formal wear).

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Grinchmas Party!

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Maybee Branch
Library Branch: Maybee Branch
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
Event Details:

He once stole Christmas from every Who

But became a good guy, it is true

We'll have a party for him this year

With a fun activities at the library here

So stop on by this December

For a great time you'll remember!

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Elf School

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be a full-fledged elf?  You will learn all the necessary skills needed to perform elf duties, earn your elf certificate and even an elf name. Registration is limited so register today!

StickerPalooza

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Spend the morning playing with STICKERS!!!

A variety of activities will be available involving stickers! Dot stickers, sticker collages, sticker pictures and more! I promise your kiddo will have LOADS of STICKER FUN!! 

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VITA Tax Prep

9:00am–3:00pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

Tax Prep help for 2025 taxes

Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.

Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler.   

They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.  

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.

Kiddie Korner Daycare

10:00am–10:45am
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.

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
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.

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.

Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.

Get your wiggles out at this lively storytime program, perfect for your active toddler.   

They'll be dancing, movement, stories, and other age-appropriate activities.  

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.

Younglove Daycare

11:00am–11:30am
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.

Monroe County ISD-Middle School

1:00pm–1:45pm
Tweens, Teens
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Bookmobile

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

An Afternoon Read

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

An Afternoon Read

As in past years, we will continue to meet on the 4th Monday of the month @ 1 pm.

If you would like to join us, please call Diana Martel @ 241-1430 to receive a copy of each month's book.

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

“Yoga with Diane”  A FREE, one hour community Yoga class.  Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this class is designed for all  levels, all ages.

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! 

A Court of Magic and Romance Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

It's time to embark on a new reading quest with this adult book club that focuses on the popular romantasy genre.

Bedford Township Library Advisory Board Meeting

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meetings
Event Details:

Regularly scheduled meeting of the Township's Library Advisory Board. The purpose of this Board is to serve in an advisory capacity to the Township Board regarding the township's branch library.

North County Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Carleton Branch
Library Branch: Carleton Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the community room of the Carleton Branch Library. Copies of the books are available at the library. New members are always welcome.

Niedermeier Preschool

9:00am–10:15am
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.

Baby Bop

9:15am–10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
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.

Join is for "Baby Bop," a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons.  

You can play and socialize with other little ones while enjoying music, bouncing, sensory activities, and board books.  

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.

Parent & Child Play Group

9:15am–10:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
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.

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.

Tai Chi for Health

10:30am–11:30am
All Ages, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
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.  Each class will be divided into three parts including warm up, senior form, and yang form. This is a very beneficial

Sterling Preschool

10:45am–11:30am
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.

Friends of the Bedford Library Meeting

3:00pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Meetings
Event Details:

Join our Friends for their monthly meeting where they'll discuss past, current, and future fundraising activities and vote on supporting programming at the Bedford Branch Library.

Homework Helpers

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups
Event Details:

National Honor Society students from Summerfield High School will be at the library to help you with your homework.  Please note that Homework Helpers will not be held on half days, when school is cancelled or if the library is closed.

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.

Totally Awesome Preschool

9:45am–10:45am
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.

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.

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.