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Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

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Come build with us! From boxes to blankets, we'll supply the fort-building materials, you bring your imagination!

Spellbound: A Roleplaying Game for Young Wizards

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

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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!

Summer Music Series

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

South Parking Lot at Bedford Branch

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Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: South Parking Lot

Age Group: All Ages, Family, Adults

Program Type: Music

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Bedford Library's Summer Music Series is thrilled to be back this year with lively music, delicious food trucks, yard games, and family fun. We welcome you to join us for a live-music performance by Kurt Knight.

Let's Get Organized! 3 Critical Mistakes Costing You Time & Money with Professional Organizer, Jen Hill

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Community Room at Bedford Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational

Registration Required

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Join Jen from Jen Hill Organizing as she shares 3 common mistakes when it comes to getting organized. You will walk away with some great practical tools to help get you started on your organizing journey.

Fun Friday!

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Blue Bush Branch

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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

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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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: General, Health & Wellness

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

Treasure & Book Sale

All Day 9/20

Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

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Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Friends Book Sale

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The Frenchtown Area Friends are hosting a treasure and book sale! All proceeds will go to the Friends to support programming efforts.

Squishmallow

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch

Room: Upstairs Library Space

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

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Come and create a paper Squishmallow, then bring your new friend along to the different fun activity stations. Each child attending will have their name placed in a drawing for a chance to win an original Squishmallow!

Bedford Library Pet Expo

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

South Parking Lot at Bedford Branch

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Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: South Parking Lot

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: General

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Join us s we welcome area vendors and organizations to the library to celebrate our furry friends. Meet adoptable pets from area shelters, and feel free to bring a donation for the Humane Society of Monroe County.

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Library Games Guild

Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Gaming

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

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9 am				This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Summer Baby Group 9:15am–10:00am Babies & Toddlers Maybee Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Summer Baby Group is a Storytime for babies (under 2 years old) and their caregivers. We'll have music, books, movement and sensory activities, as well as time to play and socialize with others. 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.
10 am	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness 10:00am–10:45am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Lawn Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: We'll enjoy summer and sunshine as we enjoy dancing, outdoor activities, and a little yoga on the library's lawn. In case of bad weather, we will move inside. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Summer Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool 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. Summer Storytime is targeted for children 5 and under, but older siblings are welcome to join! We'll have music, books and fun each week! No registration needed for the summer; come when you are able! 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 Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Down on the Farm: Barnyard Adventure Storytime 10:30am–11:30pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Rasey Luna Pier Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Dive into a barnyard adventure at preschool storytime!		This event is in the "Children" group Outside Storytime Adventure 10:00am–10:45am Children Dorsch Memorial Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading Event Details: Come to the Dorsch Branch for some outside adventures. We will have some adventures with water, art and other activities. This programs allotted time will be for 45 minutes. Please bring a towel and sunscreen. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Storytime for preschool & toddlers 10:30am–11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Down on the Farm: Barnyard Adventure Storytime 10:30am–11:30pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Erie Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Erie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Dive into a barnyard adventure at preschool storytime!	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Parent & Child Play Group 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Dundee Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Downstairs Programming Area Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Play Group for Caregiver and children Birth - Preschool Age. We will be offering a time for young children and their caregiver to interact through playing , creating art, singing and reading. Come join the fun!! 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 Storytime for Under Fives Summer Session 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Ida Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Summer Storytime 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Maybee Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool 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. Summer Storytime is targeted for children 5 and under, but older siblings are welcome to join! We'll have music, books and fun each week! No registration needed for the summer; come when you are able! 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 "Children" group Playgroup 10:30am–12:00pm Children Dorsch Memorial Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch Room: Upstairs Library Space Age Group: 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Storytime for preschool & toddlers 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Room: Library 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. This event is in the "Preschool" group Fun Friday! 10:00am–11:00pm Preschool Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
11 am	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness 11:00am–12:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Lawn Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: We'll enjoy summer and sunshine as we enjoy dancing, outdoor activities, and a little yoga on the library's lawn. In case of bad weather, we will move inside.		This event is in the "Preschool" group Storytime Adventures 11:00am–12:00pm Preschool Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Toddlers and preschoolers are invited for a weekly journey through stories, music, and other fun age-appropriate activities. This event is in the "Children" group Tiny Yoga 11:30am–12:00pm Children South Rockwood Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Join Miss. Kelli for six weeks of Tiny Yoga! There will be games and activities with playfulness in mind. We will combine yoga and play with fun functional movement, mindful movement, as well as "within" mind body work.	This event is in the "Preschool" group Literacy on the Lawn 11:00am–12:00pm Preschool Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Lawn Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Outside literacy activities for preschoolers. Be sure to bring a change of clothes. There will be water, mud and dirt play taking place. Disclaimer(s) Please Dress for Weather Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Mini Movers 11:00am–12:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool 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.		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Summer Splash Dayz! 11:00am–12:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Dundee Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Downstairs Programming Area Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Splash Pads, water toys and other water play will be available for our Little's to cool down! We will be on the cement patio outside of the lower level. Please bring a towel, sunscreen and a water bottle if needed. 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. Please Dress for Weather Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.
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2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Adventure Begins at Your Library: Stars and Stories! 2:00pm–3:00pm Children South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups 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. Join our weekly adventures here at the library! This week's adventure; Stars and Stories! This week the Huron-Clinton Metroparks – Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center will come and help on our adventures with the night time sky!!
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5 pm		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Summer Baby Group 5:00pm–6:00pm Babies & Toddlers Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Summer Baby Group is a Storytime for babies (under 2 years old) and their caregivers. We'll have music, books, movement and sensory activities, as well as time to play and socialize with others. 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.

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