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Bug Catcher Craft

Thursday, July 10, 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, Tweens, Teens

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

Event Details:

Drop-in any time during the event and decorate your own bug catcher.

Each child will receive a plastic bug catcher and items to decorate the outside.

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Show and Popcorn

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch

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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! Thursdays we will watch a show on the big screen and enjoy popcorn!

Summer Reading: Color Our World

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Blue Bush Branch

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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Summer Reading

Event Details:

Come enjoy an afternoon of books, games and crafts. We will learn to color your world in lots of fun new ways.

Movie at Dundee Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Friday at the Movies Featuring TMNT Movie Marathon!!!

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

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

Program Type: Movies

Event Details:

Join us for the viewing of TMNT (Teen Mutant Ninja Turtles). We will start with the original short animated movies (approx.

Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch - Miss Jill's Choice

Friday, July 11, 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! Fridays are Miss Jill's Choice! We will play play BINGO with books and sweet treats for prizes!

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

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Lawn

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

The Rainbow Heist Escape Room - Family Edition

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Library at Erie Branch

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Library Branch: Erie Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: General, Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

The art teacher’s prized collection of rainbow paints has been stolen by a mischievous art thief named Roy G. Biv. Can you find the clues and solve the puzzles to return them before the art show starts in 1 hour?

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.

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All Day		Closing Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
11 am						This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Children Summerfield – Petersburg 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: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: Homeschool Book Club is designed for preschool and elementary homeschool students. Each month we'll learn about a new author, then do follow-up activities.
12 pm					This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Special Needs Book Club 12:45pm–1:45pm Teens, Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Teens, 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.
1 pm				This event is in the "Preschool" group Cancelled Preschool Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group Cancelled 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: 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 Preschool Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: 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.
2 pm			This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled 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 Cancelled Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: 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 "Adults" group Dorsch Afternoon Book Club 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Dorsch Memorial Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch Room: Upstairs Library Space Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: New members are always welcome as we discuss the following books: January - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus February - The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Cancelled 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 Cancelled 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. 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.
3 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Cancelled Challenge Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Children, Tweens Bedford Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Cancelled 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, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Registration Required Event Details: In addition to reading books, the Challenge Book Club includes numerous other fun activities. The majority of which are related to literature in one way or another.			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Cancelled Devoured: A Club for Hungry Book Worms! 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Tweens Ida Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Cancelled 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: 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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5 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group We Read Banned Books! Book Club 5:30pm–6:30pm Teens, Adults, Seniors Bedford Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join a book club for rebellious readers! We will discuss a different banned or challenged book each month. Readers ages 16 and up are welcome! Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month, 5:30-6:30pm Book List
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Frenchtown-Dixie Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Join our cozy Tuesday night book club. We read all genres and meet the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm. Our 2025 dates and selections are: JANUARY 21 - The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden
7 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Paging through the Civil War Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: We are a history book club that focuses on the American Civil War.

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