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 "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 3/1 - 3/31 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 3/1 - 3/31 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. Bedford 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 your home. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Bedford 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 your home. We deliver and pick up your returns once a month.
9 am		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. New Bedford Academy 9:15am - 11:15am 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. 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: 24 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. 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. 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: 13 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime with Friends 9:30am - 10:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Carleton Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Carleton 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) 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. Little Picasso's 9:30am - 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: Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups Event Details: Let your kiddo's get artsy with our Little Picasso's Program! During each session, children will experience a new technique to use paint to create their own unique art!	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: 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Alliance Child Care 9:15am - 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. 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. St. Charles Academy 9:00am - 1:30pm 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. 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Toddler Time 9:30am - 10:15am Babies & Toddlers Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over. This event is in the "Children" group. Ritter Class Visits 9:30am - 3:00pm Children South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Birdhouse Painting 9:00am - 10:00am All Ages Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Paint a birdhouse
10 am		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Aspen Grove Senior Living 10:00am - 11:00am 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. Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines. Deliveries take place once a month. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Hampton Manor of Bedford 10:00am - 11:00am 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. Library staff will deliver books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks, and magazines. Deliveries take place every four weeks. 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: 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 "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: 24 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 "Preschool" group. Lil' Bookworm Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Come enjoy some delightful stories, upbeat music and dances to keep your preschooler grooving. We’ll wrap up with a craft or playtime to extend learning through play. 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 "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 "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 "Adults" group. Bedford Herb Group 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Room C Age Group: Adults Program Type: Organizations using the Library Event Details: Do you like cooking with herbs, and gardening? We would love for you to join our herb group that meets on the third Wednesday of each month. Anyone is welcome! 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. Sensory Shenanigans! 10:00am - 12:00pm All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open 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. Registration Open 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 Required Seats Remaining: 35 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. Bring your little ones to explore a variety of hands-on sensory activities that engage all five senses. We'll discover and explore literacy through textures, colors, sounds, books, and more in a fun, interactive environment. 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. Ivor J Lindsay Senior Housing 10:30am - 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: 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 "Preschool" group. Lil' Bookworm Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am Preschool Erie Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Erie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Come enjoy some delightful stories, upbeat music and dances to keep your preschooler grooving. We’ll wrap up with a craft or playtime to extend learning through play. 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 "Adults" group. Third Thursday Special 10:00am - 1:00pm Adults Robert A. Vivian Branch Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Don't like to drive at night? Need something to do? Join us every other month for our ADULT THIRD THURSDAY SPECIAL! Sit, relax and do a special craft project. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Zion Lutheran 10:30am - 12:30pm 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. 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: 22 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime with Friends 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Newport Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Newport 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) 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. Toddler Time 10:30am - 11:15am Babies & Toddlers Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over.	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Toddler Time 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over. 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. 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. Color a Magnet 10:30am - 11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens Frenchtown – Dixie 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. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Color a magnet for your fridge
11 am		This event is in the "Seniors" group. Eaglestone Retirement Living 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: Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes. Meet us in the community room at 1:00pm We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.	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: 24 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 "Seniors" group. Bedford 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 x213 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. Homeschool Book Club 11:00am - 12:00pm 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: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 20 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. This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Toddler Time 11:30am - 12:15pm Babies & Toddlers Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Sing, dance, read, and play! Toddler Storytimes are lively programs designed for ages 18 months and over. 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 "Children" group. Totally Awesome Preschool Box Drop Off 12:15pm - 12:30pm 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.	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 "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! This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. 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 "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 "Seniors" group. Luther Haus Apartments 1:00pm - 1:45pm 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: Library in Motion delivers enriching materials to senior centers and housing complexes. Meet us in the lobby at 1:00PM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. 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. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join us for some light strength building exercises, easy movement and stretching.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Adult Afternoon Craft 1:00pm - 2:30pm Adults, Seniors Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Each month, we will provide supplies and instructions for you to make a craft here in the library. Registration is required.	This event is in the "Seniors" group. Moongate South Apartments 1:00pm - 1:45pm 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 "Seniors" group. Moongate South Apartments 1:00pm - 1:45pm 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 "Children" group. Ritter Class Visits 1:30pm - 3:00pm Children South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups
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: 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. Library Games Guild 2:00pm - 7:00pm 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: 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 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. Hickory Ridge of Temperance 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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 "Seniors" group. Vibrant Life Senior Living 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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 "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: 14 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. 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. 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: 15 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 "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. Moongate North 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: 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. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Dundee Inspirational Book Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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 Inspirational Book Club meets the third Wednesday of every month at 2 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 "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. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Computers 101 2:30pm - 4:30pm Adults, Seniors Bedford Branch Required 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: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Ever need help with computers? We know that computers are always changing and more things are becoming digital these days. Come to the Computer 101 series!	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: 5 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 "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: Children's Round 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 "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. 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. STEM Station 4:00pm - 5:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: STEM Station (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) is a fun program that ties books and science together. Listen to stories and then participate in fun, hands-on science and engineering 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 "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 "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. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. A Common Thread 4:00pm - 6:00pm Adults, Seniors Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Piano Sitting Area Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your projects such as knitting, cross-stitch, or crochet work and be a part of our group! Join us on the first and third Thursday of every month to share your projects and a "common thread" with others!
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. Crafting and Chatting 5:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Maybee Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your unfinished craft projects in to work on among friends. Share your knowledge and learn something new. Coloring pages will be available for those who are in between projects. This event is in the "Adults" group. Bedford Artists and Crafters 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 for the Bedford Artists and Crafters. New members are welcomed!	This event is in the "Adults" group. Sit, Chat, Finish that!~ 5:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Spend an evening finishing those projects you have stored away for a later day. You can learn new things or just enjoy your project while chatting with others.	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Procraftinate 5:30pm - 7:00pm Teens, Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Procraftinate Procraftinate: avoidance of adult responsibilities to partake in art and craft projects. Join us to make a craft and put off that other thing you need to get done, just a little longer.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Genealogy Club 5:00pm - 8:00pm Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Genealogy Event Details: Please join us for our afterhours Genealogy Club. This is open research time to use Ancestry and other computer programs, as well as our local history resources.
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. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. End-of-Life Options in Michigan 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults, Seniors Bedford Branch Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 125 Event Details: Through this interactive presentation, Compassion and Choices members will detail the medical landscape in Michigan today, explain advanced directives and why everyone should complete theirs, review dementia’s nuances and explain medical-aid-in-dy	This event is in the "Adults" group. Girls Night Out Book Club 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you. 2025 Book List Coming Soon!		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Family Movie Night (Free Willy) 6:00pm - 8:00pm Children, Family Bedford Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Children, Family Program Type: Movies Event Details: Family movie night for the entire family. Feel free to wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuff animal, pillow and blanket.

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