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Curious Kids' Learning Lab

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational

Registration Required

Event Details:

Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB!

We’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, art experiences, and enjoy fun, hands-on extension activities.

Tether: Shadows in the Snow. A Roleplaying Game for Writers.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

Event Details:

Tether is a role-playing game that is played through the process of writing journal entries. Each player will take on the role of a character living in the same rural town, but during different time periods.

MOVE with Meg

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

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Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

Room: Community Room

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

Program Type: Health & Wellness

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This movement class brought to you by MOVE Physical Therapy is a gentle introduction to moving your body. Drop in at any time during our hour long program for a child and parent/adult friendly stretch session.

Small Fries Friday

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun, specifically designed for children ages 3–6.

Hot Wheels

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Upstairs Library Space at Dorsch Memorial Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Dorsch Memorial Branch

Room: Upstairs Library Space

Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens

Program Type: General, Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Start your engines! Join us in racing, playing and creating with toy cars. Registration for each child is required. Cars will be provided.

I Survived Youth Book Club

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Book Club, Educational, General

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I Survived - Youth Book Club!

(Book Club for youth ages 8-12 years of age)

Join us for discussion of the book select for that months read! After a short discussion , we will have an activity relating to the book.

Blues Series 2026 - Mark Braun ("Mr. B") Concert

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Riverside Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Riverside Area

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Music, Performance

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Tuesday is Blues Day! Presenting the 39th Year of the Monroe County Library System’s Annual Black History Month Blues Series.

Tether: Shadows in the Snow. A Roleplaying Game for Writers.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Registration Required

Event Details:

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 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, Seniors

Program Type: General, Health & Wellness

Event Details:

To make an appointment, call 1 800 RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code ELLISLIBRARY.

Small Fries Friday

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Children's Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Children's Area

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Educational, General, Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun, specifically designed for children ages 3–6.

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All Day		Closing Veterans Day All Day All Branches Branches: Bedford Branch, Blue Bush Branch, Carleton Branch, Dorsch Memorial Branch, Dundee Branch, Ellis Library & Reference Center, Erie Branch, Frenchtown – Dixie Branch, Ida Branch, L.S. Navarre Branch, Maybee Branch, Newport Branch, Rasey Luna Pier Branch, Robert A. Vivian Branch, South Rockwood Branch, Summerfield – Petersburg Branch, Library in Motion: Senior Outreach, Bookmobile, Off Site, Online Description: All branches of the Monroe County Library System are closed in observance of Veterans Day.
2 pm					This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group Little House on the Prairie Hearth-Warming Craft Party 2:00pm–4:00pm All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults Ida Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a nostalgic afternoon making crafts and sampling snacks inspired by Ma, Pa, Laura and whole Ingalls family. 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.
3 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Machine Sock Knitting 3:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Seniors Ida Branch This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Ida Library Crankers, a machine sock knitting group, meets once a month in the Ida Library Community Room. Everyone is welcome. Bring your sock knitting machine or come and learn about sock knitting with machines. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group After School Adventures 3:30pm–4:15pm Children, Tweens Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group CRAFTERNOONS for kids 3:30pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens Robert A. Vivian Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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.
4 pm				This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Craft Corner 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Children's Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Children are invited to join us for a monthly seasonal 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.
5 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Turkey Time - Story and Painting Fun! 5:30pm–6:30pm Children, Tweens Erie Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Erie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a cozy story and art adventure! We’ll start with a turkey tale, then learn to draw and paint our own colorful turkeys on canvas. No art experience needed - just bring your imagination!		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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Cancelled UFO 5:30pm–7:00pm Teens, Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us as we hunt down our UnFinished (craft) Objects.
6 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Adult DIY Night 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Bedford Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Calling all crafters! Join us for a night of crafting and fun. We will make a different project at each meeting. All supplies will be provided. We will meet every other month on the second Monday.			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group K-Pop Club 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Music Registration Required Event Details: At this month's K-Pop Club we will be making photocard holders using plastic canvas and yarn. Come get creative and design your own cute holder for your photo cards. 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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I Survived - Youth Book Club!

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