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Butterfly Life Cycle

Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

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Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational

Registration Required

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Learn about the life cycle of a butterfly with books, activities, and crafts.

Every registered family will go home with a national geographic butterfly growing kit*.

A Curious Day at the Library

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Maybee Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Maybee Branch

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

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Who is curious and loves the library? Curious George! Our favorite little monkey invites you to the library for a fun Fall kick-off. Just like George, you'll get to be curious and have a lot of fun!

Busy Builders

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Come build with us! From boxes to blankets, we'll supply the fort-building materials, you bring your imagination!

Fun Friday!

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Blue Bush Branch

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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

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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.

Hot Wheels Car Show

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Bring your favorite toy car to the library to show it off in style. Join us as we race down the test track with our friends, create tire-track art, and share our favorite car-centric books!

Saturday Morning Stories

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

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

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Start your weekend with stories, songs, and fun! Each session features engaging books, lively music, and interactive activities to inspire a love of reading.

Making Music with the Music Lady!

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Program Type: Music, Storytime & Playgroups

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Join us for a morning of music, songs, and books with Beverly Meyer: The Music Lady! The first half-hour will be filled with a program featuring Beverly Meyer: The Music Lady.

Busy Builders

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Come build with us! From boxes to blankets, we'll supply the fort-building materials, you bring your imagination!

Spellbound: A Roleplaying Game for Young Wizards

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

Event Details:

All Aboard! Hogwarts is calling you back for another session of solving riddles, dodging spells and narrowly avoiding magical disasters! Seats are limited, so please register!

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All Day	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 2/1–2/28 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Children" group Library Yeti Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/3–2/28 Children Carleton Branch This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Carleton Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: General Event Details: Hunt for the Carleton Yeti in the Carleton library and win a prize.
		Closing Presidents' 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 Presidents' Day.			This event is in the "Children" group 12 Raisinville Class Visits All Day Children Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Age Group: Children Program Type: General
10 am				This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Cancelled Sensory Shenanigans! 10:00am–12:00pm All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group 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: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Enrich your child’s imagination and development with storytimes presented by the Monroe County Library System. These are fun, literacy rich, interactive programs which strengthen reading skills and foster a lifelong love of reading. Ms. Stephanie has to cancel for this month, due to a scheduled medical procedure. Thank you for your understanding. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "All Ages" 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Movie Madness at the Library 11:00am–2:00pm All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors Dundee Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" 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 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Downstairs Programming Area Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors Program Type: General, Movies Registration Required Event Details: Movie Madness at the Library!				This event is in the "All Ages" group Tail Waggin' Tutors 11:00am–12:00pm All Ages Maybee Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General Event Details: The “Tail Waggin’ Tutors” program is brought to you by Therapy Dogs International. This program encourages children to read by providing a non-judgmental listener and furry friend to read to. 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group Monroe Michigan Crochet Club 11:00am–1:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: General 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.
12 pm						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 Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dundee Branch Room: Upstairs Library Space Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General Registration Required 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 "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Who Needs a Valentine? Chocolate Tasting 1:30pm–4:30pm Tweens, Teens Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Event Details: **Due to school closings on Thursday, February 13, this event is being moved to Thursday, February 20. Due to the day off for Summerfield students, we will be holding the event as a drop in with availability from 1:30-4:30. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergens We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens. Weather Closing Statement If area schools are closed* due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day. If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times. If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.
2 pm				This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dumbledore's Army 2:30pm–3:30pm Tweens, Teens Bedford Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Event Details: Do you love the Harry Potter books? Do you watch the movies every time they are on T.V.? Then Dumbledore's Army is the club for you. This is a Harry Potter fan club that will meet on the third Wednesday of each month. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Brains and Games 3:30pm–5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Rasey Luna Pier Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Registration Required 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.
4 pm			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 A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School) 4:00pm–5:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens L.S. Navarre Branch 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Event Details: Every week looks a little different- there will be activities such as crafting, painting, and gaming to name a few! This is a place to study, have a snack, visit with friends, and unwind. 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Registration Required 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 "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group A.T.L.A.S. (At The Library After School) 4:00pm–5:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens L.S. Navarre Branch 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: L.S. Navarre Branch Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Event Details: Every week looks a little different- there will be activities such as crafting, painting, and gaming to name a few! This is a place to study, have a snack, visit with friends, and unwind.

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