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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.
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.
Community Jigsaw Puzzle-Frenchtown-Dixie
All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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!
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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.
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.
Community Jigsaw Puzzle-Frenchtown-Dixie
All Day 5/1 - 5/31
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
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!
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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 Memorial Day.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Monroe Home Delivery
All Day
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
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.
May
27
2025
Tue
Parent & Child Play Group
9:15am - 10:15am
Dundee Branch
Library Branch:
Dundee Branch
Room:
Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
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.
May
29
2025
Thu
Parent & Child Play Group
9:15am - 10:15am
Dundee Branch
Library Branch:
Dundee Branch
Room:
Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for an hour of interaction through play, creating art, singing and reading. This program is for children 0- 5 years of age and their caregiver.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
All Ages,
Seniors
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Tai Chi for Health
10:30am - 11:30am
Bedford Branch
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
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Norman Towers Senior Apartments
10:00am - 10:45am
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Library Branch:
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:
Meet us at the Coffee Cafe' at 10:00AM We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
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.
May
28
2025
Wed
Moving & Grooving
10:00am - 11:00am
Dorsch Memorial Branch
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 "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.
All Ages,
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Registration Open
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.
May
28
2025
Wed
Sensory Shenanigans!
10:00am - 12:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
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:
34
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.
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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
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.
May
29
2025
Thu
Playgroup
10:30am - 12:00pm
Dorsch Memorial Branch
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!!
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Monroe Home Delivery
11:00am - 12:00pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
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.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Saint Therese IHM Senior Living
11:00am - 12:00pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
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 "Adults" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Just the Facts Book Club
11:00am - 12:30pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Room C
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.
If you like to read thought-provoking non-fiction books, join us for Just the Facts book club on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:00 am.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
May
30
2025
Fri
Homeschool Book Club
11:00am - 12:00pm
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
May
31
2025
Sat
Tail Waggin' Tutors
11:00am - 12:00pm
Maybee Branch
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.
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.
May
31
2025
Sat
Lego Fun
11:00am - 1:00pm
Maybee Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Robert A. Vivian Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
26
2025
Mon
An Afternoon Read
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch:
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
An Afternoon Read As in past years, we will continue to meet on the 4th Monday of the month @ 1 pm. If you would like to join us, please call Diana Martel @ 241-1430 to receive a copy of each month's book.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Brookdale Senior Living
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
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
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
May
31
2025
Sat
Saturday Children's Movie Matinee
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch:
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
Bring your favorite pillow or blanket and join us for a fun movie on a Saturday afternoon. These movies will have a G or PG rating.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Friends of the Bedford Library Meeting
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Meetings
Event Details:
Join our Friends for their monthly meeting where they'll discuss past, current, and future fundraising activities and vote on supporting programming at the Bedford Branch Library.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Tweens,
Teens
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Color Creators
2:45pm - 3:45pm
Bedford Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
River Park Plaza Apartments
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Library Branch:
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:
Meet us in the lobby at 2:00pm We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Children
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
This event is in the "Children" group.
May
25
2025
Sun
1st Grade Book Club
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Bedford Branch
Registration Open
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Children's Round Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining:
11
Event Details:
Miss Karen's monthly book club for 1st Graders! Meeting on the 4th Sunday of each month, Sep 2024 - May 2025 Why join a book club? · It promotes a love of reading
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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Seniors
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Woodcraft Square Apartments
3:00pm - 3:45pm
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Library Branch:
Library in Motion: Senior Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors
Program Type:
Senior Delivery Service
Event Details:
Meet us in the lobby at 3:00pm We will have carts of books and movies to check out. Deliveries take place once a month.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
May
25
2025
Sun
80s VHS Aerobics
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bedford Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Children,
Family
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Build and Create with Legos and Blocks
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Bedford Branch
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
May
27
2025
Tue
Chess Club
4:00pm - 7:45pm
Bedford Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Family" group.
Family
Robert A. Vivian Branch
This event is in the "Family" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Exploring with Paint
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch:
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Looking for something new to do? Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library. We will explore your hidden talents with paint! All supplies will be provided.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
We Read Banned Books! Book Club
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join a book club for rebellious readers! We will discuss a different banned or challenged book each month. Readers ages 16 and up are welcome! Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month, 5:30-6:30pm Book List
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This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
29
2025
Thu
Jigsaw Puzzle Wars
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch:
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room:
Library
Age Group:
Tweens,
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
General
Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
Are you a Dissectologist? If you are, this program might be just right for you! We are having our first Jigsaw Puzzle Wars at the Frenchtown-Dixie Library.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
Classic Book Club
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch:
Blue Bush Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Classic Book Club 2025 We typically meet on the last Wednesday of every other month at 6:30. The month of November is on the 19th because of Thanksgiving.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
South Rockwood Branch
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
26
2025
Mon
Not So YA Book Club
7:00pm - 8:00pm
South Rockwood Branch
Library Branch:
South Rockwood Branch
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Love Young Adult Literature? So do we. Come hang out and talk YA lit with us. Discussions will be on the last Monday of the month at 7:00 pm via Zoom.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Ellis Library & Reference Center
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
28
2025
Wed
FantaSci Book Club
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch:
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room:
Programming Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
The Ellis Fanta-Sci book club is the only Fantasy and Science Fiction book club in the Monroe County Library System!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
May
31
2025
Sat
Saturday Evening at the Movies
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch:
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults,
Seniors
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
Join us as we watch a recently released movie on a Saturday evening. We will supply the popcorn, you will need to bring a soda or water to drink. These movies will have a PG or PG-13 rating and are intended for teens or adults.
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