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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

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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

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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

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

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All Day				This event is in the "Children" group. 10 Class Visits - Raisinville Elementary All Day Children Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Age Group: Children Program Type: General
9 am		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Baby Bop 9:15am - 10:00am Babies & Toddlers Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" 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: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Educational, General, 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 us for "Baby Bop" a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons, at the Ellis Library & Reference Center. 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.
10 am	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" 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: 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.		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sensory Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am 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: Programming Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: General, 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. Come enjoy stories, songs, and playtime with us! Sensory Storytime is crafted for babies and children ages 0-5, but children of any age are welcome to join in the fun. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Small Fries Friday: Dramatic Play 10:00am - 11:30am Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled 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: Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old. 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. American Red Cross Blood Drive 10:00am - 3:00pm Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Organizations using the Library Event Details: To make an appointment, call 1 800 RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code ELLISLIBRARY.
11 am		This event is in the "Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime 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 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. 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. 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. Literacy on the Lawn 11:00am - 11:45am 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: Children's Area Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Literacy on the Lawn will be held on the library lawn for those 3-5 years old but will start inside the library in the children's area. 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. 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.
12 pm					This event is in the "Children" group. 6 Class Visits - Raisinville Elementary 12:30pm - 3:30pm Children Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Age Group: Children Program Type: General
1 pm	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Monroe Michigan Crochet Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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!
2 pm		This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Curious Kids' Learning Lab 2:00pm - 3:00pm Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required 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: Children's Area Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: 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! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and follow up with fun, hands-on extension 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Homeschool Book Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you. Suggested for children aged 7 - 12 years. Younger children may need help with reading and activities. September Read: Wonderous Rex Author: Patricia Maclachlan 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.
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4 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Reading Dragons Kids' Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a monthly meeting of all things reading dragons. Trade cards, play a variety of card games, and participate in other dragon-related 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled 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. Cancelled 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Wacky Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Registration Required Event Details: Get ready for a whirlwind of wackiness every Wednesday with our exciting program, "Wacky Wednesday"! Each week brings something new and different, guaranteed to surprise and delight.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. A.B.C (Arts.Books.Create) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join Lori for this new art and story program. This is recommended for school age children 8-12. 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. Cross Stitch Night 4:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come Join us for Cross Stitch Night at the Ellis Library & Reference Center! Veterans of the craft can bring their projects to work on with friends!

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