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Petersburg Community Day Booksale and Raffle.

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 9:00am - 3:00pm

Library at Summerfield – Petersburg Branch

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Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Friends Book Sale

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If you are out and about during the Community Day celebration, stop in to the library to check out the Friends of the Library Book Sale and Raffle. We will also have games and fun things for the kids in the community room from 10am -1pm.

Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Lawn at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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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

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We'll enjoy summer and sunshine as we enjoy dancing, outdoor activities, and a little yoga on the library's lawn. Please bring a towel or blanket for the ground. In case of bad weather, we will move inside.

Adult Summer Reading Upcycle Crafting Series

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Community Room at Carleton Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Carleton Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

We invite you to join us on July 7, July 14, and July 21 at our Upcycling Art Series!

We will be using items that would otherwise be thrown away to spark your creativity.

Week One: Plastic Garden Toadstool

Baby Bop

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at the Ellis Library & Reference Center for "Baby Bop," a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons.

'Y' on the Fly with the Monroe YMCA!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading

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Art Around the World, Ida Library's Summer Reading Program

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Program Type: Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

This year's summer reading theme is "Color Your World." At Ida we intend to do just that with hands-on arts and crafts from all over the globe.

Summer Storytime

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Family

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

This summer, bring your family to our Color Our World summer storytimes. Each week we'll explore a new color through stories, music, and hands-on activities.

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Miss Jill's Choice

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Room: Library

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! We will noodle impressions in clay.

Understanding the Holocaust: The Escalation to Genocide with The Zekelman Holocaust Center

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Community Room at South Rockwood Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Educational, History

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Holocaust was one of the darkest time in human history, and many wonder how it could have happened. The Holocaust was the culmination of a decade-long, government-sponsored campaign of anti-Semitic propaganda.

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All Day		Closing Veterans Day All Day All Branches 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.
9 am				This event is in the "Adults" group Book Trekkers: A Walking Book Club 9:30am–11:30am Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Nature-loving readers with a passion for the outdoors, unite! This year-round, all-weather, nature-themed book club is for the adventurous reader who enjoys walking outdoors. Disclaimer(s) Please Dress for Weather Portions of this event will be enjoyed outdoors. Please come dressed for the weather.
10 am				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group I Love A Mystery Book Club 10:00am–12:00pm Adults, Seniors Ellis Library & Reference Center 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: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room 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. The Silent Patient is a shocking psychological thriller of a woman’s act of violence against her husband―and of the therapist obsessed with uncovering her motive. Alicia Berenson’s life is seemingly perfect.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group Inspirational Book Club 11:00am–12:30pm Adults Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 11:00am.
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1 pm			This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Homeschool In beTwEEN Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Tweens, Teens Bedford Branch Event Full Registration Required 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: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This book club is for tween and teen homeschool students between the ages of 11-16. Books will be student-selected based on the monthly topic. Book discussions and related activities will occur at each meeting.	This event is in the "Adults" group P.M. Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F 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. January 10th, 2024: The Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley February 14th, 2024: How the Penguins Saved Veronica by Hazel Prior This event is in the "Preschool" group Preschool Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch 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: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This book club is designed for preschoolers who will entering kindergarten in the Fall of 2025. This event is in the "Tweens" group Middle School or Zoom Book Club 1:00pm–2:30pm Tweens Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Book Club Event Details: This book club meets in person at 1:00 pm and then on zoom in the evening at 7:00 pm for those who can't come during the day. Please contact Elizabeth Pifer for zoom link.	This event is in the "Preschool" group Preschool Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch 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: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: This book club is designed for preschoolers who will entering kindergarten in the Fall of 2025. This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Book Club 1:00pm–2:30pm Children Bedford 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: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back in session for the 2024-2025 school year! Each month, students will select a book of their choice and complete a book project related to the monthly topic. 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 Special Needs Book Club 1:00pm–2:30pm 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: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club 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.
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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Newport Branch Library Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Newport Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Newport Branch Room: Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: The Newport Branch Library Book Club will meet the second Wednesday of the month at 2:00 pm. All meetings are open to all readers. This month's book is, Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. This event is in the "Adults" group Historical Fiction Book Club 2:30pm–3:30pm Adults South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: If you love historical fiction or want to try something new, join us every second Wednesday of the month here are at the branch. Historical Fiction Book Club Titles for 2024
3 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Kindergarten Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Children Bedford 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: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Kindergarten Book club meets the 2nd Sunday of each month. In addition to reading books, the Kindergarten book club include numerous other fun activities. The majority of which are related to literature in one way or another.
4 pm				This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens Ida Branch 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: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: We're back with some new books and new adventures! A club for young adventurers where you decide what path the story takes! Each adventurer will receive a passport and after each meeting will earn a new stamp. 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. 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 This event is in the "Seniors" group Petersburg Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Adults, Seniors Summerfield – Petersburg Branch 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: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: History Room 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. All meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 4pm 2024 selections: January - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman February - Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
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6 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Family" group Better Together Book Club 6:00pm–7:30pm Teens, Family Bedford Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Teens, Family Program Type: Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group Books On Tap Book Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Adults Off Site Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join us for snacks, drinks, and lively discussion at this casual book club. We will meet at Quimby's in Lambertville. Please contact Jessica at the library with any questions.	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Petersburg Novels at Night Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Summerfield – Petersburg Branch 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: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Fireplace 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. All meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 6pm 2024 selections: January - A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman February - Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld	This event is in the "Adults" group Ida Branch Book Club 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults Ida Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: All meetings are held on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ida Branch Library. New members are always welcome! Please pick up a copy of the book at the library before the meeting.
7 pm				This event is in the "Tweens" group Zoom Middle School Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Tweens Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Book Club Event Details: This book club meets in person at 1:00 pm and then on zoom in the evening at 7:00 pm for those who can't come during the day. Please contact Elizabeth Pifer for zoom link.	This event is in the "Adults" group Hofu-Mifa Book Club on Zoom 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Online Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: All readers are welcome to join us as we read and discuss books with an emphasis on Japanese culture/history with our friends in Hofu, Japan and members of MIFA. Discussions will be on the second Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm Monroe local

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