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Outdoor Music, Movement & Mindfulness

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Lawn at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Lawn

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

Backyard Chicken Keeping

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Educational

Registration Required

Event Details:

Monroe County 4-H will present a one-hour backyard flock educational program. Teen leaders and volunteers from the 4-H Small Animal Program will cover choosing the right birds, biosecurity, care, as well as Q&A.

Parent Seminar: Baby Sign

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Summerfield – Petersburg Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational

Registration Required

Event Details:

Parent Seminar: Baby Sign is a 30-minute introduction for parents and caregivers. Attendees will learn the basics of why and how to use baby sign. Introductory signs will be demonstrated and practiced.

Baby Bop

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us at the Ellis Library & Reference Center for "Baby Bop," a playgroup and storytime for our youngest patrons.

'Y' on the Fly with the Monroe YMCA!

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, Summer Reading

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Art Around the World, Ida Library's Summer Reading Program

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

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

Program Type: Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

This year's summer reading theme is "Color Your World." At Ida we intend to do just that with hands-on arts and crafts from all over the globe.

Summer Storytime

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Children's Area

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

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups, Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

This summer, bring your family to our Color Our World summer storytimes. Each week we'll explore a new color through stories, music, and hands-on activities.

Cookies and Canvas - Luna Pier Summer Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch

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Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Meal Program, Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us all summer for a delicious meal for the kids and a fun activity afterwards! It’s time to get artsy - and snacky! Mrs. Swartz - our favorite art teacher - will take you step by step through how to paint a masterpiece on canvas.

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9 am		This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Monarch Mondays with Michele 9:00am–11:00am All Ages, Family Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: North Parking Lot Age Group: All Ages, Family Program Type: Educational Event Details: Drop by for Michele's garden "office hours" on Mondays during the summer! Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group Color our World with the Arts Summer Camp 10:00am–12:30pm Children Bedford Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. Come join us for creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators like Eric Carle - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance! Daily participation required! For all creative kids ages 6-10.	This event is in the "Children" group Color our World with the Arts Summer Camp 10:00am–12:30pm Children Bedford Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. Come join us for creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators like Eric Carle - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance! Daily participation required! For all creative kids ages 6-10. This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Children" group Build and Create - Legos & STEM Acitivies 10:00am–1:00pm All Ages, Children Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: All Ages, Children Program Type: General Event Details: We'll provide the Lego's and other building blocks. You provide the imagination. There will also be some STEM activities during this time. This is an open program so come anytime from 10 - 1 pm and have fun building and getting creative. 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 "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group SUMMER FAMILY MOVIES 10:00am–12:00pm All Ages, Family Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages, Family Program Type: Summer Reading Event Details: June 11th- The Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water June 18th-Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse June 25th- Shrek 2 This event is in the "Children" group Color our World with the Arts Summer Camp 10:00am–12:30pm Children Bedford Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. Come join us for creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators like Eric Carle - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance! Daily participation required! For all creative kids ages 6-10.	This event is in the "Children" group Color our World with the Arts Summer Camp 10:00am–12:30pm Children Bedford Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. Come join us for creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators like Eric Carle - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance! Daily participation required! For all creative kids ages 6-10.	This event is in the "Children" group Color our World with the Arts Summer Camp 10:00am–12:30pm Children Bedford Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Upcoming Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Quilt Room - Room F Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performance, Summer Reading Registration Required Event Details: Combat the summer slide with exciting weekly programs from your Monroe County Library System. Children and teens who participate in summer programs benefit from engaging activities and opportunities which promote literacy development. Summer library programs for all ages enhance lifelong learning and provide meaningful, enjoyable experiences available to everyone in the community. Come join us for creative Writing, Arts, and Crafts inspired by famous illustrators like Eric Carle - PLUS Theatre, Movement, and Dance! Daily participation required! For all creative kids ages 6-10.	This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Monarch Gardens with Michele 10:00am–11:00am All Ages, Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: North Parking Lot Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Stop by the Monarch Waystation to learn fun facts, why Monarchs matter, growing plants for these butterflies, threats to Monarchs, their migration, and the lifecycle. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Preschool" group Monarch Mondays with Michele - Preschool Activity 11:00am–11:30am Preschool Bedford Branch This event is in the "Preschool" group Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: North Parking Lot Age Group: Preschool Program Type: Educational Event Details: Come hang out with Master Gardener Michele at the Monarch Waystation after Preschool Storytime for a short activity to learn about the amazing Monarch butterfly! All preschoolers are welcome. 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.
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Family" group Yogi Bears 1:30pm–2:00pm Children, Tweens, Family Bedford Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Family" group Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Family" group Yogi Bears 2:00pm–2:30pm Children, Tweens, Family Bedford Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Family" group Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Family Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required 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.
3 pm		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: Community 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.
4 pm			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.
5 pm
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Mystery They Read Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Bedford Branch 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: Book Club Event Details: Meet new people and discover great new books. Check out a book club at a branch near you. Meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of each month, 6:00pm-7:00pm January - No Meeting February 5- Auntie Poldi and the Sicilian Lions by Mario Giordano March 5- The Housemaid by Freida McFadden This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Bedford Flower & Garden Club 6:00pm–8:00pm All Ages, Adults Bedford Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages, Adults Program Type: Organizations using the Library Event Details: The purpose of the Bedford Flower & Garden Club is to educate, share, and promote the joys of gardening.

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