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Spellbound: A Role-Playing Game for Young Wizards

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

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Spellbound: A Role-Playing Game for Young Fans of the Wizarding World

Family History and Journaling

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Educational, History

Registration Required

Weekend Parent & Child Play Group

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

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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.

Movie Madness at the Library

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

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

Program Type: General, Movies

Registration Required

Event Details:

Movie Madness at the Library!

Belted Kingfisher photograph taken by G. Bodker

Bird Watching vs. Birding

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Educational, General

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Greg Bodker’s beautiful photography will help you learn more about birds as he demonstrates the joys of birding you can have both in your backyard and in our area. Novice and aspiring birders will especially benefit from the program.

Magna Tile Mondays

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Event Details:

Stop-in during the times listed for open building with Magna Tiles!!!

Beyond the Veil: Unveiling Intuition, Mediumship, Psychic Insights, and Signs from the Other Side

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Community Room at Bedford Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: General

Registration Required

Event Details:

In this enlightening lecture, delve into the profound realms of intuition, mediumship, psychic abilities, and the signs that bridge the gap between this world and the afterlife.

Spellbound: A Role-Playing Game for Young Wizards

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

Event Details:

Spellbound: A Role-Playing Game for Young Fans of the Wizarding World

Family History and Journaling

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Educational, History

Registration Required

Magna Tile Mondays

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Event Details:

Stop-in during the times listed for open building with Magna Tiles!!!

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. 5K Your Way!- Friends of the Frenchtown Area Libraries All Day 6/10 - 9/30 All Ages Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Calling all bookworms and fitness enthusiasts! Lace up your shoes, pump up your tires or dive into the pool - it's time to support the Friends of the Frenchtown Area Libraries in our 5K(3.1Miles) Your Way fundraiser.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Crop Swap All Day 7/22 - 9/30 All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Lobby Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General, Health & Wellness Event Details: Stop by the Crop Swap table in the library lobby to enjoy free fresh produce from our community gardens, or to drop off surplus from your own garden to share with others!
	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. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Family" group. drop in craft table All Day 9/2 - 9/30 All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family Frenchtown – Dixie Branch 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. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the craft table while at Frenchtown Dixie branch to make a fun and quick craft. Your libraries are full of so much fun.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. September FUN!!!!! Newport Activity Puzzle Pack 09/03/2024 @ 9:30am - 09/30/2024 @ 5:30pm All Ages Newport Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Newport Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Take and Make Event Details: Come and pick up an activity packet. Enjoy completing the puzzle/activity pages. Each completed page is an entry into a drawing for a gift basket!!!!!!! A new activity /puzzle pack each month!!!!!!
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Paint a Puzzle Piece All Day 9/6 - 9/27 All Ages Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop in and help us celebrate turning 90! Paint your very own puzzle piece to help create Vivians 90th wooden puzzle!
		This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House All Day All Ages Dundee Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Upstairs Library Space Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Stop in to celebrate the Monroe County Library System's 90th anniversary. 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.
		This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House All Day All Ages Dorsch Memorial Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch Room: Downstairs Library Space Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Join us at the Dorsch Memorial Branch Library in celebrating MCLS 90th anniversary! Downstairs you can enjoy a cookie, make a craft and enter to win a prize. 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.
		This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Birthday Celebration All Day All Ages Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: MCLS turns 90! Stop by and have a small treat on us as we celebrate our 90th year of enriching the lives of Monroe County residents.
9 am		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ida Library Openhouse 9:00am - 7:00pm All Ages Ida Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Please join the Ida Branch Library staff and Friends of the Ida Branch Library as we celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Monroe County Library System's service to Monroe County. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Celebrate 90 Years of Library Excellence! 9:00am - 8:00pm All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Join us all day as we celebrate the 90th anniversary of your Monroe County Library System! 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.				This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Investment Coffee Club - Financial Advisor 9:00am - 10:00am All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Organizations using the Library Event Details: You're invited to join us at the next meeting of our Edward Jones Coffee Club. Join us for a casual discussion of current events, the economy and investing. We look forward to seeing you!
10 am		This event is in the "All Ages" group. 90th Birthday Celebration - Open House 10:00am - 1:00pm All Ages Rasey Luna Pier Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Join us in celebrating the Monroe County Library Systems 90th birthday! You can stop in anytime to check out our little library and play board games from the 1930's with your friends and family while enjoying a birthday donut! This event is in the "All Ages" group. 90th Anniversary Open House 10:00am - 5:00pm All Ages Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Genealogy Event Details: Join us as we celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Monroe County Library System. There will be games, drawings, crafts and music to help us bring back the year 1937. Come test your knowledge and enjoy as we celebrate. This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House 10:00am - 6:00pm All Ages Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Come celebrate MCLS 90th anniversary. Stop in and celebrate with us, enjoy a cookie, share a memory and maybe pick up a little gift.	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 This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "All Ages" group. Constitution Day - Presented by DAR (Daughters of American Revolution) 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Movies, Organizations using the Library Event Details: Constitution Day presented by DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution). Join us to learn more about the history of and the preparation of the Constitution.
11 am		This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House 11:00am - 7:00pm All Ages Maybee Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Come out to the Maybee branch to help celebrate MCLS's 90th anniversary! We will have hourly door prizes, light refreshments and some fun activities for you to participate in.					This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Lego Fun 11:00am - 1:00pm All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens Maybee Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Event Details: Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm. Lego building fun for the whole family
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1 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. 90th Anniversary Open House 1:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Stop in to the Frenchtown-Dixie Branch to help the Monroe County Library System celebrate 90 years of library excellence! 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. 90th Birthday Celebration 1:00pm - 7:00pm All Ages Erie Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Erie Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Party like it's 1934! Bring the whole family to listen to stories, have a snack, and play some games from the 1930's.
2 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House 2:00pm - 4:30pm All Ages Newport Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Newport Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Stop in to the Newport Branch Library to help the Monroe County Library System celebrate 90 years of library excellence! Have a treat, make a craft and share your library memories. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House 2:00pm - 5:00pm All Ages South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Join us in celebrating 90 years of excellence as the Monroe County Library System! Share a library memory, make a craft, eat some goodies and enter to win a Kindle Fire! 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.
3 pm		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 This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
4 pm	This event is in the "All Ages" group. 80s VHS Aerobics 4:00pm - 5:00pm All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. 90th Anniversary Open House 4:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Stop in to the Ellis Branch Library & Reference Center to help the Monroe County Library System celebrate 90 years of library excellence! 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ellis Lego Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Registration Required Event Details: Do you love Legos? Join our Lego Club every Tuesday after school from 4:00-5:00 PM. Enjoy open Lego play with your friends. This event is open to kids, tweens, teens, and parents. 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. 90th Birthday Celebration 4:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages Rasey Luna Pier Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Registration Required Event Details: Party like it's 1934! We will serve the kids dinner at 4:00 and then you can all listen to stories, have a snack, and play some games from the 1930's while enjoying a birthday cupcake! Hope to see you all at the party! This event is in the "All Ages" group. Chess Club 4:00pm - 7:45pm All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Monroe Michigan Crochet Club 4:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if you are new to crochet and someone can help you learn!
5 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. MCLS 90th Anniversary Open House 5:00pm - 7:30pm All Ages Carleton Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Carleton Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: Stop in to the Carleton Branch Library to help the Monroe County Library System celebrate 90 years of library excellence! Have a treat, make a craft and share your library memories. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Board of Trustees Meeting 5:00pm - 6:00pm Adults, All Ages Newport Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Newport Branch Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Meetings Event Details: September meeting of the Monroe County Library System's Board of Trustees.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Milestone Movie Matinee 5:00pm - 7:00pm All Ages Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Milestones are an important part of life. These movies are all celebrating milestones in 2024. Let's sit back, relax, and watch a different movie each month that is celebrating a milestone. July 18th - Maleficent (10 years)

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