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Name: Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest
Start: 2024-10-28
End: 2024-11-27
Location: Carleton Branch Library

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Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest

All Day 10/28 - 11/27

Carleton Branch

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Library Branch: Carleton Branch

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Our annual holiday wreath decorating contest is starting. Wreaths can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.

Holiday Tree Decorating Contest

All Day 10/28 - 11/27

Newport Branch

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Library Branch: Newport Branch

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Our annual holiday tree decorating contest is starting. Trees can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.

Paint a Dog

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am

Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

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Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Seats Remaining: 4

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Paint a wooden dog

Youth Makers Mart

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General

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Visit the Ellis Library & Reference Center to shop our curated selection of Youth Maker's!

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Lego Fun

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Maybee Branch

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Library Branch: Maybee Branch

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: General

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Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm. Lego building fun for the whole family

Hello Kitty Birthday Bash

Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room at Bedford Branch

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Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family

Program Type: General

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Seats Remaining: 0

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Join us to celebrate Hello Kitty's 50th birthday with games, crafts, and treats!

Arts for our Future 2024 Reception

Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Fireplace Area at Bedford Branch

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Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: Fireplace Area

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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This reception is open to the public for anyone wishing to view the art entered. Artists and their families are invited to attend to talk with other artists and the public about their work. Light refreshments will be served.

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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.

Once Upon A Rewrite - Homeschool Program

Monday, November 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Library at Erie Branch

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Library Branch: Erie Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Educational

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Seats Remaining: 9

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Join us to explore the magic of fairy tales! We’ll make personal writing journals, discover original and fractured fairy tales and create our own versions with a fresh spin. If you love to write or just need to practice your ski

Lego Fun

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Maybee Branch

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Library Branch: Maybee Branch

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: General

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Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm. Lego building fun for the whole family

World War I nurses assigned to Russia. Photo from the American National Red Cross photo collection at the Library of Congress.

WWI Red Cross Nurses

Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Upstairs Reference Center at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Upstairs Reference Center

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Educational, History

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During World War I, over 28,000 nurses served in the Red Cross with more than 19,000 of these sent to the front lines. Our speakers will discuss what life was like for these brave women, focusing especially on Clara Ayres.

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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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Hygge at the Library All Day 1/21 - 1/31 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: Arts & Crafts, General Event Details: Snuggle up near the fireplace with a good book, a warm beverage, and a relaxing craft. We'll be practicing the Danish art of Hygge (pronounced hoo-gah), or cozy living. In the dreary winter months, this will be the perfect pick-me-up!
9 am			This event is in the "Children" group. Niedermeider Preschool 9:00am - 10:15am 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. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Trinity Lutheran 9:00am - 2:00pm Children, Tweens, Teens Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children, 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 "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.
10 am			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. Sterling Preschool 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 "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 Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 22 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 "Preschool" group. PRESCHOOL STORYTIME 10:00am - 11:00am Preschool Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 22 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: 25 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. 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. Weekend Parent & Child Play Group 10:00am - 11:00am 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.
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12 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. St. Mary's Middle School 12:00pm - 2:15pm Children, Tweens, Teens Bookmobile Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bookmobile Age Group: Children, 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Changing Matter: A STEM Challenge 12:30pm - 1:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Dundee Branch Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General Required Seats Remaining: 12 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.
1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Yogi Bears - Ages 5-7 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 "Preschool" group. Preschool Book Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. 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 "Preschool" group. Preschool Book Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Preschool Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Yogi Bears - Ages 8-11 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: 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 "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 "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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Challenge Book Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children, Tweens Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 4 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 "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Tuesday Book Club 3:00pm - 4:30pm Tweens, Teens Bedford Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Choose your own book to follow the theme for the current month! We'll meet to discuss on the third Tuesday of every month at 3:00pm!
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 "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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Bedford Artist Club 5:30pm - 8:00pm Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Adults Program Type: Organizations using the Library Event Details: Regular meeting of the Bedford Artists Club. New members are welcomed!	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. 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
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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. 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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