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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.

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.

Sensory Shenanigans!

10:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
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.

Bring your little ones to explore a variety of hands-on sensory activities that engage all five senses. 

We'll discover and explore literacy through textures, colors, sounds, books, and more in a fun, interactive environment.  

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 "Adults" group.

Just the Facts Book Club

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

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

If you like to read thought-provoking non-fiction books, join us for Just the Facts book club on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:00 am.

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

We Read Banned Books! Book Club

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join a book club for rebellious readers! We will discuss a different banned or challenged book each month. Readers ages 16 and up are welcome!

Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month, 5:30-6:30pm

Book List

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Book Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Classic Book Club 2025 

We typically meet on the last Wednesday of every other month at 6:30. The month of November is on the 19th because of Thanksgiving. 

 

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

Parent & Child Play Group

9:15am - 10:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver. 

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.

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

Playgroup

10:30am - 12:00pm
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.

This Play Group is for Children from Birth to School Age with parents or caregivers accompanying. We will be spending time for everyone to interact through playing, sharing, climbing, caring and story reading!

Come join the fun!!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Saturday Children's Movie Matinee

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Bring your favorite pillow or blanket and join us for a fun movie on a Saturday afternoon. These movies will have a G or PG rating.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

80s VHS Aerobics

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get ready to step back in time and get your heart pumping with our all-new 80s themed VHS Aerobics class! Join us every Sunday at 4 PM for a nostalgic journey that will have you sweating to the oldies in no time.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Yoga with Dianne

3:00pm - 4:30pm
All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Advisory Board Budget Meeting

5:45pm - 6:15pm
Adults
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meetings
Event Details:

Quarterly meeting of the Summerfield-Petersburg Library Advisory Board. This meeting will take place at the City of Petersburg building at 24 E Center St.

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

Parent & Child Play Group

9:15am - 10:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver. 

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Tai Chi for Health

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

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

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Puzzle in a Day

1:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages, Family
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Do you love putting puzzles together? 

Come join us at Vivian Branch Library between 1:00 pm & 6:00 pm on the first Wednesday of every month. 

Join fellow patrons as we attempt to finish a puzzle in a day!

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

Mystery They Read Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

Meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm

January - No Meeting

February 5- Auntie Poldi and the Sicilian Lions by Mario Giordano

March 5- The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bedford Flower & Garden Club

6:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages, Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Organizations using the Library
Event Details:

The purpose of the Bedford Flower & Garden Club is to educate, share, and promote the joys of gardening.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Life is a Mystery Book Club

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Life is a Mystery Book Club List 2025 

We typically meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm 

 

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

Parent & Child Play Group

9:15am - 10:15am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver. 

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bedford A.M. Book Club

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club

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

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

Adult Color & Chat

12:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Age Group: Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General
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.

Pause & Paint

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us on the First Thursday of the month to paint a project or a picture. This is a self-guided program. Please have an idea of a project you would like to paint.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

80s VHS Aerobics

4:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Bedford Branch
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get ready to step back in time and get your heart pumping with our all-new 80s themed VHS Aerobics class! Join us every Sunday at 4 PM for a nostalgic journey that will have you sweating to the oldies in no time.