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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
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.
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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
Oct
6
2025
Mon
Making Music with the Music Lady!
9:30am–10:30am
Dundee Branch
Library Branch:
Dundee Branch
Room:
Downstairs Programming Area
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Music,
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
Join us for a morning of music, songs, and books with Beverly Meyer: The Music Lady! The first half-hour will be filled with a program featuring Beverly Meyer: The Music Lady.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Story Time Fall Fun
9:30am–10:30am
Carleton Branch
Library Branch:
Carleton Branch
Room:
Library
Age Group:
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Preschool,
Children
Ida Branch
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Busy Builders
10:00am–10:45am
Ida Branch
Library Branch:
Ida Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come build with us! From boxes to blankets, we'll supply the fort-building materials, you bring your imagination!
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
Oct
8
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Storytime for preschool & toddlers
10:30am–11:30am
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Library Branch:
Frenchtown – Dixie Branch
Room:
Community Room
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.
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
Oct
9
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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Preschool,
Children
Blue Bush Branch
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
10
2025
Fri
Fun Friday!
10:00am–11:00am
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch:
Blue Bush Branch
Age Group:
Preschool,
Children
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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
10
2025
Fri
Fun Fridays
10:00am–11:00am
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch:
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
Fun Friday is a special Storytime where we do a lot of dancing and music activities. We also read interactive books and have time for social play. Great for toddlers and preschoolers who love to move and groove!
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 "Children" group
Oct
10
2025
Fri
Story Time Fall Fun
10:00am–11:00am
Newport Branch
Library Branch:
Newport Branch
Room:
Study Room
Age Group:
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.
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
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Babies & Toddlers,
Preschool,
Children
Robert A. Vivian Branch
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
10
2025
Fri
Storytime for preschool & toddlers
10:00am–11:00am
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch:
Robert A. Vivian 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.
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
7
2025
Tue
Let's Play Together - Play Group
11:00am–12:00pm
Carleton Branch
Library Branch:
Carleton Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
Come join the fun! We will make new friends, learn to share and the most important thing play. Registration is required space is limited.
Disclaimer(s)
Food Allergens
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.
Weather Closing Statement
If area schools are closed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs will be canceled that day. If schools are delayed due to inclement weather or weather-related incidences, all library youth programs scheduled after the delay period will take place at their regular times. If in doubt, always feel free to touch base with your local branch to see what events are taking place.
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Preschool,
Children
Dorsch Memorial Branch
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
11
2025
Sat
Superhero Training Camp
11:00am–12:00pm
Dorsch Memorial Branch
Library Branch:
Dorsch Memorial Branch
Room:
Upstairs Library Space
Age Group:
Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
General,
Storytime & Playgroups
Event Details:
You're invited to test your powers at Superhero Training Camp. Kids participate in a series of challenges and activities designed to mimic a superhero! You get the chance to create your own superhero mask & cape.
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
Oct
11
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Children,
Tweens,
Family
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
5
2025
Sun
Yogi Bears
1:30pm–2:00pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Children's Round Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Family
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Children,
Tweens
Ellis Library & Reference Center
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Oct
7
2025
Tue
Homeschool Book Club
1:00pm–2:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch:
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room:
Chapter Book Area
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Book Club
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Children,
Tweens
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Oct
9
2025
Thu
Homeschool Book Club
1:00pm–2:30pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Bedford Library's Homeschool Book Club is back for the 2025-2026 school year with an updated format.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Children,
Tweens,
Family
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
5
2025
Sun
Yogi Bears
2:00pm–2:30pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Children's Round Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Family
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Children,
Tweens
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Oct
6
2025
Mon
After School Adventures
3:30pm–4:15pm
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Library Branch:
Summerfield – Petersburg Branch
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
General
Event Details:
After School Adventures happens each Monday at the library! Stop by after school for a variety of fun activities: building challenges, mindfulness practice, puzzles and art projects. Each week will be something different!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Ida Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Spellbound: A Roleplaying Game for Young Wizards
Library Branch:
Ida Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
All Aboard! Hogwarts is calling you back for another session of solving riddles, dodging spells and narrowly avoiding magical disasters! Seats are limited, so please register!
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Children,
Tweens
Robert A. Vivian Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
CRAFTERNOONS for kids
3:30pm–5:00pm
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Library Branch:
Robert A. Vivian Branch
Room:
Library
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Back by popular demand!!! Afterschool/afternoon crafting with friends!! It is always fun and exciting to craft with pals. Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for a fun craft.
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
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Brains and Games
3:30pm–5:30pm
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch:
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room:
Library
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
General,
Homework Helpers & Study Groups,
Meal Program
Event Details:
Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Wednesdays are all about sharpening minds and having fun! From 3:30 - 4:00, we’ll help elementary students with homework, dinner is served at 4:00 followed by a session of card and board games that challenge and entertain!
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Ellis Library & Reference Center
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
6
2025
Mon
Science in a Snap
4:00pm–5:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch:
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room:
Children's Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Technology
Event Details:
Get ready for some hands-on science! Each week, we’ll explore a new STEM topic inspired by books. This program is packed with curiosity, learning, and excitement from simple experiments to creative building challenges.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Oct
7
2025
Tue
Dinner & Delight
4:00pm–5:30pm
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Library Branch:
Rasey Luna Pier Branch
Room:
Library
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Teens
Program Type:
General,
Meal Program
Event Details:
Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Join us on Tuesdays for a delightful evening that starts with a nutritious meal and ends with a burst of creativity and fun. Kids will love the blend of good food and exciting activities!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Children,
Tweens
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Health Education Series-Germs, Health and Nutrition
4:00pm–5:00pm
Bedford Branch
Library Branch:
Bedford Branch
Room:
Quilt Room - Room F
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
The Monroe County Health Department in partnership with the Bedford Branch Library presents a Health Education series for students in grades 3-12. The topics covered and grade level restrictions are detailed below.
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Children,
Tweens,
Family
Ellis Library & Reference Center
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Lego Block Party
4:00pm–5:00pm
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Library Branch:
Ellis Library & Reference Center
Room:
Chapter Book Area
Age Group:
Children,
Tweens,
Family
Program Type:
General
Event Details:
Join one of our Lego Block Parties, Wednesdays after school. (We've even got you covered on half days.) Build, play, and complete challenges, or simply enjoy open play and design.
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 "Children" group
All Ages,
Children
Bedford Branch
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
8
2025
Wed
Build and Create - Legos & STEM Acitivies
4:00pm–5:30pm
Bedford Branch
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
Children
Blue Bush Branch
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
9
2025
Thu
Blue Bush Boo Bash!
5:00pm–6:00pm
Blue Bush Branch
Library Branch:
Blue Bush Branch
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
General
Event Details:
Rain or shine join us for the Blue Bush Boo Bash! We will follow the path behind the library for some Halloween fun. It will start at the play area behind the library. Parking is available by the tennis courts.
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