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Library Games Guild

Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Welcome to the Library Games Guild at the Dundee Branch Library, where dice roll, cards shuffle, and strategy rules supreme!

Spellbound at Ida

Spellbound: A Roleplaying Game for Young Wizards

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

All Aboard! Hogwarts is calling you back for another session of solving riddles, dodging spells and narrowly avoiding magical disasters! Seats are limited, so please register!

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Fun Friday

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading. Then we will pick up the pace with a dance party.

Snack Attack 101 Dundee

Snack Attack 101

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch
Library Branch: Dundee Branch
Room: Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Educational, General
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to SNACK ATTACK 101!!!

Kids 8 - 14 years of age are invited to enjoy books related to food and then enjoy making a snack related to the book.

Reptarium: Zoo to You

The Reptarium - Zoo to You

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, WE'VE ADDED A SECOND PROGRAM!

Reptarium: Zoo to You

The Reptarium - Zoo to You

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room: Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Educational
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Reptarium will showcase a fascinating variety of snakes, turtles, lizards, and more—offering an interactive, hands-on experience for all ages! Learn fun facts and get all your reptile questions answered.

Little House on the Prairie Hearth-Warming Craft Party

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Ida Branch
Library Branch: Ida Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a nostalgic afternoon making crafts and sampling snacks inspired by Ma, Pa, Laura and whole Ingalls family.

Coffee House Series: Billy King & Emily Slomontz

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at South Rockwood Branch
Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Forget the bustling crowds and distant stages of large venues.  The Monroe County Library System's new Coffeehouse series offers an enchanting atmosphere where every lyric resonates with intimacy.

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Fun Friday

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:

These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading. Then we will pick up the pace with a dance party.

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Veterans Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Veterans Day.

 

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Thanksgiving Day.

 

Christmas Eve

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Christmas Eve.

 

Christmas Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Christmas Day.

 

New Year's Eve

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of New Year's Eve.

 

New Year's Day

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of New Year's Day.

 

MCLS Branches Closed for All Staff Day Training

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online
Description:

All branches of the Monroe County Library System will be closed for Staff Training.

Unearth A Story with the Arts Summer Camp

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. 

Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. 

Come join us for Creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance!

Daily participation required!

For all creative kids ages 7-12.

Unearth A Story with the Arts Summer Camp

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. 

Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. 

Come join us for Creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance!

Daily participation required!

For all creative kids ages 7-12.

Unearth A Story with the Arts Summer Camp

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. 

Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. 

Come join us for Creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance!

Daily participation required!

For all creative kids ages 7-12.

Unearth A Story with the Arts Summer Camp

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. 

Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. 

Come join us for Creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance!

Daily participation required!

For all creative kids ages 7-12.

Unearth A Story with the Arts Summer Camp

10:00am–12:30pm
Children
Bedford Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Bedford Branch
Room: Children's Round Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. 

Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. 

Come join us for Creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance!

Daily participation required!

For all creative kids ages 7-12.