Week Calendar

Name: Devoured: A Club for Hungry Book Worms!
Start: 2025-01-08T15:30:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-08T16:30:00-05:00
Location: Ida Branch Library

Featured Events

Devoured: A Club for Hungry Book Worms!

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Calling all foodies! Each week, this club will read one of our favorite books and create an inspired snack to go with it.

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.

Changing Matter: A STEM Challenge

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Dundee Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General

Required

Seats Remaining: 11

Event Details:

Join us in a STEM challenge in making 'something' into an edible treat in an hour or less!

Each week we explore what happens when we take matter and change is form into a treat!

Week 1: Ice Cream

Week 2: Flavored Slushies

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.

All Blood types needed: donate blood at the Ellis Library and Reference Center

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, January 10, 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

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Details:

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

Devoured: A Club for Hungry Book Worms!

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Calling all foodies! Each week, this club will read one of our favorite books and create an inspired snack to go with it.

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.

Play Dough & Play Dates

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Storytime & Playgroups

Event Details:

Spend a morning in the comfort of the library for open play dough play!

Toddler, preschool, and elementary age children are invited for open play dough play.

Stations will rotate to encourage creativity.

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.

Easy Life Organizing Presents Tackling Desk Top Clutter

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Educational

Required

Seats Remaining: 50

Event Details:

Are you ready to transform your chaotic office into a productivity powerhouse?

A description of the event with a picture of cards, dice, and a dragon.

Library Games Guild

Sunday, January 19, 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

Event Details:

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

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.

Food Allergens

Unleash the Fun: Dog Man Mania

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Meal Program

Required

Seats Remaining: 12

Event Details:

Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Get Ready for the new Dog Man movie with an epic BINGO game and some fun interactive stations. Whether you are a die-hard fan or new to the series, there is something for everyone!

Devoured: A Club for Hungry Book Worms!

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Book Club

Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Calling all foodies! Each week, this club will read one of our favorite books and create an inspired snack to go with it.

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.

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Book Sale! All Day 12/13 - 1/7 All Ages Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Friends Book Sale Event Details: Come check out our selection of books for sale!! We have something for everyone.			This event is in the "Seniors" group. Dundee Senior Home Delivery All Day Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: If you are a Senior and unable to come to the library because of special circumstances we will deliver library materials to you. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.
	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Community Jigsaw Puzzle-Frenchtown-Dixie All Day 1/2 - 1/31 Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors Program Type: General Event Details: Stop by during library hours and work on our community puzzle. When a puzzle gets finished, a new one will be started. Stay for a short amount of time, or stay for a little longer. We look forward to seeing you!
	This event is in the "Adults" group. Puzzle Fun Pack All Day 1/2 - 1/31 Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Take and Make Event Details: Just stop by the Frenchtown-Dixie Library and pick up our new Puzzle Fun Pack. Completed pages can be returned by the end of the month.
		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Home Delivery Carleton-Newport All Day Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes. If you are a Senior and unable to come to the library because of special circumstances we will deliver library materials to your home. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.	This event is in the "Seniors" group. Home Delivery Monroe-Petersburg All Day Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: If you are a Senior and unable to come to the library because of special circumstances we will deliver library materials to you. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.
		This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Angry Bird Fun All Day 1/6 - 1/17 Preschool, Children Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop in and learn how to take used container parts to create an Angry Bird craft. While supplies last.
8 am				This event is in the "Children" group. St. Michael's 8:30am - 2:00pm Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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.
9 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Dundee Preschool 9:00am - 10:00am Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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. Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime 9:30am - 10:15am Babies & Toddlers Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 21 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 "Children" group. St. Patrick's Preschool 9:00am - 9:30am Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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. Baby Bop 9:15am - 10:00am Babies & Toddlers Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 3 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Parent & Child Play Group 9:15am - 10:15am 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. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Downstairs Programming Area Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: 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. 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 "Seniors" group. Hampton Manor of Dundee 9:00am - 9:45am Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Meet us in the lobby at 9:00 AM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month.	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Baby Group 9:15am - 9:45am Babies & Toddlers Maybee Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Baby Group is for children under 2 and an accompanying caregiver. We'll have a short Storytime section with some music and books, we'll do some interactive or sensory activities, then have some open playtime for social interaction. 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 "Children" group. Ida Head Start 9:15am - 9:45am Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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. Parent & Child Play Group 9:15am - 10:15am 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. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Downstairs Programming Area Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: 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. 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. Baby Group 9:15am - 9:45am Babies & Toddlers Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Baby Group is for children under 2 and an accompanying caregiver. We'll have a short Storytime section with some music and books, we'll do some interactive or sensory activities, then have some open playtime for social interaction. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Carleton Co-Op Apartments 10:00am - 10:45am Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Meet us in the community room at 10:00AM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. This event is in the "Children" group. Reading with Rabbits 10:00am - 11:00am Children Bedford Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Drop in for a fun, interactive way to build literacy skills! Children will have the opportunity to practice their out-loud reading skills, while hanging out with real rabbits. 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 & Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 19 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 "Children" group. Little Angel's Daycare 10:00am - 11:15am Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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. Wiggle Worms: Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Babies & Toddlers Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 23 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 "Adults" group. Chair Yoga 10:30am - 11:30am Adults Ida Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Get out and stretch your way to feeling better mentally and physically. Chair yoga is a low impact way to fitness and everyone can participate regardless of physical or health limitations! Jessica Bannon will be your instructor. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Rockwood 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. Raisinville Preschool 10:00am - 10:30am Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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 "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. 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 "Children" group. Younglove Daycare 10:45am - 11:15am Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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 "Seniors" group. Rawson Place Apartments 10:00am - 10:45am Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Meet us in the lobby at 10:00AM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Delivery and pick up is once a month. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Illustrator's Workshop 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool, Children Ida Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Join us each week as we explore the word of art in children's books. We'll learn about different artists and how they make the art that they do. Then, we'll try out their techniques for ourselves! 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. Moving & Grooving 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Dorsch Memorial Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch Room: Upstairs Library Space Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, 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. Join us at the Dorsch branch to shake out our sillies, share a book and do some sensory play. It's fun for everyone! 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. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Library Storytime are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading. Please join us for books, crafts, fun, and more! This event is in the "Adults" group. I Love a Mystery Book Club 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club	This event is in the "Preschool" group. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 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. Storytime for Under Fives Winter Session 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Ida Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 24 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. Toddler & Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Maybee Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 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 "Seniors" group. Mable Kehres Apartments 10:30am - 11:15am Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Meet us in the Mable Kehres lobby at 10:30AM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mini Movers 10:30am - 11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Rockwood 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Playgroup 10:30am - 12:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Dorsch Memorial Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch Room: Upstairs Library Space Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, 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. Fun Friday 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Fun Friday is an interactive Storytime with a focus on extra movement opportunities. We'll always enjoy music and rhythm activities as well as a book, and sometimes something fun such as rhythm sticks, animal movement or bonus dancing! 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. Fun Friday! 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Preschool" group. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Preschool 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. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Small Fries Friday 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old. SESSION #1 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 "Family" group. Super Second Saturday - Football 10:00am - 11:00am Children, Family Maybee Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family. Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme. Activities may include books, crafts, hands-on fun and a few surprises! 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Ash Senior Center 11:00am - 11:45pm Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us	This event is in the "Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime 11:00am - 12:00pm Preschool Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 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 "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Monroe County Youth Center 11:30am - 12:00pm Tweens, Teens Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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 "Seniors" group. Dundee Senior Center 11:00am - 11:45am Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us	This event is in the "Preschool" group. Literacy on the Lawn 11:00am - 11:45am Preschool Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Sodt Preschool 11:00am - 12:00pm Children Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children Program Type: Bookmobile The bookmobile promotes early literacy by increasing access to books and fostering 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 "Adults" group. Inspirational Book Club 11:00am - 12:30pm Adults Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: 2025 BLUE BUSH INSPIRATIONAL BOOK CLUB We meet on the second Thursday of every month at 11:00a.m. for our book discussion. Please feel free to join us. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Monroe Senior Center 11:30am - 12:15pm Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us	This event is in the "Adults" group. American Red Cross Blood Drive 11:00am - 4:00pm Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: To make an appointment, call 1 800 RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code ELLISLIBRARY. This event is in the "Adults" group. Chair Yoga 11:30am - 12:30pm Adults Ida Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Get out and stretch your way to feeling better mentally and physically. Chair yoga is a low impact way to fitness and everyone can participate regardless of physical or health limitations! Jessica Bannon will be your instructor.	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. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Lego Fun 11:00am - 1:00pm All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults 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. This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults Program Type: General Event Details: Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm. Lego building fun for the whole family.
12 pm				This event is in the "Seniors" group. Eagle Springs Dundee 12:30pm - 1:15pm Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. To place a request call Library in Motion 734-241-5770 or email lim@monroe.lib.mi.us	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mini Movers 12:00pm - 1:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Get your body movin', shake out your sillies and get loose at this dance program. We will be moving and grooving to fun songs. Bring your party fingers and get this dance party started!
1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Yogi Bears 1:30pm - 2:00pm Children, Family Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more. 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Stretching and Strength 1:30pm - 2:30pm Adults, Seniors Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching.		This event is in the "Preschool" group. Preschool Book Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Pre-School book club is designed for children going to Kindergarten in the Fall of 2025. Being part of a book club allows children to be introduced to new vocabulary in an engaging and exciting way. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Movies from Around the World 1:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Let's travel around the world with these free movie screenings! Come join us on the second Wednesday of every month in the community room at 1:00pm. January 8, 2025 - Chicago 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. This event is in the "Family" group. Puzzle in a Day 1:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages, Family Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: All Ages, Family Program Type: General Event Details: Do you love putting puzzles together? Come join us at Vivian Branch Library between 1:00 pm & 6:00 pm on the first Wednesday of every month. Join fellow patrons as we attempt to finish a puzzle in a day!	This event is in the "Preschool" group. Preschool Book Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Pre-School book club is designed for children going to Kindergarten in the Fall of 2025. Being part of a book club allows children to be introduced to new vocabulary in an engaging and exciting way. This event is in the "Children" group. Homeschool Book Club 1:00pm - 2:30pm Children Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 4 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 "Seniors" group. Wellspring-Monroe 1:45pm - 2:00pm Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines. Deliveries take place once a month.	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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Homeschool group 1:00pm - 2:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family 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. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Homeschooling is a privilege and a challenge. This group offers support and encouragement for students and parents. Some meetings will be educational, others will be social - all will be super 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Super Second Saturday - Football 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children, Family Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Super Second Saturday is a fun, monthly event for the whole family. Come to the library for a variety of activities based around a monthly theme. Activities may include books, crafts, hands-on fun and a few surprises! 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 "All Ages" group. Saturday Afternoon at the Movies 1:00pm - 3:00pm All Ages Carleton Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Carleton Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Sit back, relax and watch a movie with us! Every Saturday at 1:00 pm This event is in the "All Ages" group. Saturday Children's Movie Matinee 1:00pm - 3:00pm All Ages Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Bring your favorite pillow or blanket and join us for a fun movie on a Saturday afternoon. These movies will have a G or PG rating.
2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Yogi Bears 2:00pm - 2:30pm Children, Family Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Classes include age-appropriate yoga & movement - including: breathing, poses, music, relaxation, and more. 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 "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cards and Coffee 2:30pm - 4:30pm Adults, Seniors Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: History Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Love to play cards? Then stop by and enjoy various card games. Coffee and cards will be provided, unless you prefer to bring your own. Bring some friends and have some fun!	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 Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Book Club, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 10 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 Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you. 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. Titles to be decided. 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. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Puzzles and Pictures 2:00pm - 4:00pm All Ages, Preschool, Children Maybee Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Puzzles and pictures is an open time of creativity at the library! We'll have a variety of puzzles from easy baby block puzzles to floor puzzles and even adult puzzles available. 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 "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Color Creators 2:45pm - 3:45pm Tweens, Teens Bedford Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Organizations using the Library Event Details: All tween and teens are welcome to come be creative with us after school each Tuesday! Come and draw with us. No registration required.		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Creekside Village Apartments 2:00pm - 2:45pm Seniors Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Library in Motion: Senior Outreach Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Senior Delivery Service Event Details: Meet us in the Community Club House at 2:00PM or request for Home delivery We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. This event is in the "Adults" group. Soup for the soul book club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Piano Sitting Area 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 9 - The Negotiator by Dee Henderson February 13 - Christy by Catherine Marshall March 13 - Relative Silence by Carrie Stuart Parks April 10 - The Ark and the Dove by Jill Eileen Smith	This event is in the "Teens" group. Dungeons and Dragons @ Bedford 2:30pm - 5:00pm Teens Bedford Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Teens Program Type: Gaming
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. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Machine Sock Knitting 3:00pm - 7:00pm Adults, Seniors Ida Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Ida Library Crankers, a machine sock knitting group, meets once a month in the Ida Library Community Room. Everyone is welcome. Bring your sock knitting machine or come and learn about sock knitting with machines. This event is in the "Children" group. After School Adventures 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session. This registration window is for January and February. 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. Homework Helpers 3:30pm - 5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups Event Details: High school students are available after school to assist students who may need help with their homework. No registration needed. 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. Devoured: A Club for Hungry Book Worms! 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children, Tweens Ida Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Calling all foodies! Each week, this club will read one of our favorite books and create an inspired snack to go with it. 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. CRAFTERNOONS - back by popular demand 3:30pm - 5:00pm Children, Tweens Robert A. Vivian Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Back by popular demand!!! Afterschool/afternoon crafting with friends!! It is always fun and exciting to craft with pals. Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for a fun craft. 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. Brains and Games 3:30pm - 5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Wednesdays are all about sharpening minds and having fun! From 3:30 - 4:00, we’ll help with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain! 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. Homework Helpers 3:30pm - 5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups Event Details: High school students are available after school to assist students who may need help with their homework. No registration needed. 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.
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. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Paint Like Picasso 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Do you want to learn to paint like Picasso? Each month we'll learn a little about a famous artist and try to replicate their techniques in a unique way. For those 6 and older. 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. After School Adventures 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Maybee Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: After School Adventures takes place once a month on a Tuesday afternoon. For our January session we'll be conducting experiments using our favorite winter beverage: HOT CHOCOLATE!!! 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 "Family" group. Build and Create with Legos and Blocks 4:00pm - 5:30pm Children, Family Bedford Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: General Event Details: Come and enjoy an open build event with Lego's and other building blocks. Children of all ages are welcome! We'll provide the blocks, you provide the imagination! No registration necessary. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dinner & Delight 4:00pm - 5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Join us on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun. Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting 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. Chess Club 4:00pm - 7:45pm All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Wacky Wednesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited 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 "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. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Upstairs Reference Center Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ellis Lego Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Required Seats Remaining: 24 Event Details: Do you love Legos? Join our Lego Club every Thursday 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Advisory Board Meeting 5:45pm - 6:15pm Adults Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meetings Event Details: Quarterly meeting of the Summerfield-Petersburg Library Advisory Board. This meeting will take place at the City of Petersburg building at 24 E Center St.		This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. MCLS Board of Trustees Meeting 5:00pm - 6:00pm All Ages, Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Meetings Event Details: January meeting of the Monroe County Library System's Board of Trustees. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Makers and Munchies - Tween and Teen Craft Night 5:30pm - 7:00pm Tweens, Teens Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Join us each month for a fun crafting session filled with creativity and snacks! Try out new materials and techniques while making something awesome to take home. Bring your ideas, your friends and your appetite for fun!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Changing Matter: A STEM Challenge 5:30pm - 6:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Dundee Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Dundee Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Join us in a STEM challenge in making 'something' into an edible treat in an hour or less! Each week we explore what happens when we take matter and change is form into a treat! Week 1: Ice Cream Week 2: Flavored Slushies 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. UFO 5:30pm - 7:00pm Teens, Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us as we hunt down our UnFinished (craft) Objects.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Oyster Shell Trinket Dish 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Maybee Branch Waitlist Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Waitlist Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Come out and have a fun night of crafting with us. This month we are making a fun trinket holder out of a oyster shell. Registration is required and all materials will be provided.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Dundee Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults, Seniors Dundee Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Downstairs Programming Area Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Club Event Details: The Dundee Branch Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. on the lower level of the library. Everyone is welcome, and books are available at the library. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Life is a Mystery Book Club 6:30pm - 8:00pm Adults Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Life is a Mystery Book Club List 2025 We typically meet on the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Consumers Energy - Educational event 6:00pm - 8:00pm All Ages Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Organizations using the Library Event Details: Consumers energy educational seminar 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. 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 "Adults" group. Monroe County Civil War Round Table 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Saturday Evening at the Movies 7:00pm - 9:00pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Movies Event Details: Join us as we watch a recently released movie on a Saturday evening. We will supply the popcorn, you will need to bring a soda or water to drink. These movies will have a PG or PG-13 rating and are intended for teens or adults.

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