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Dog Man Program - Family Night

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Community Room at Bedford Branch

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Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: General

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Let's celebrate the upcoming new book with some Dog Man fun! There will be games, snacks and prizes including the new book.

Please register before the program gets full!

Fun Friday

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Blue Bush Branch

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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

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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.

Dinosaur Explorers

Saturday, November 8, 2025 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

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Join us for a dino-tastic time! Dig in the sand to find fossils, create dinosaur crafts, excavate a dinosaur, and enjoy books about dinosaurs. Every registered child gets to take home a dinosaur or dinosaur skeleton toy.

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Library Games Guild

Sunday, November 9, 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

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Welcome to the Library Games Guild at the Dundee Branch Library, where dice roll, cards shuffle, and strategy rules supreme!

Spellbound: A Roleplaying Game for Young Wizards

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

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Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Gaming

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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!

Fun Friday

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Blue Bush Branch

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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch

Age Group: Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytime & Playgroups

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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.

Snack Attack 101

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Children, Tweens

Program Type: Educational, General

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Welcome to SNACK ATTACK 101!!!

Kids 8 - 14 years of age are invited to enjoy books related to food and then enjoy making a snack related to the book.

The Reptarium - Zoo to You

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Educational

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DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, WE'VE ADDED A SECOND PROGRAM!

The Reptarium - Zoo to You

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Programming Room at Ellis Library & Reference Center

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Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center

Room: Programming Room

Age Group: All Ages, Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Educational

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The Reptarium will showcase a fascinating variety of snakes, turtles, lizards, and more—offering an interactive, hands-on experience for all ages! Learn fun facts and get all your reptile questions answered.

Little House on the Prairie Hearth-Warming Craft Party

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

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Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: All Ages, Preschool, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Join us for a nostalgic afternoon making crafts and sampling snacks inspired by Ma, Pa, Laura and whole Ingalls family.

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9 am		This event is in the "Children" group Summerfield Preschool 9:30am–10:30am 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 "Children" group Bedford Child Care 9:00am–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 "Children" group Riverside Preschool 9:00am–1:00pm 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.
10 am	This event is in the "Children" group Ida Preschool 10:00am–11:00am 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 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 "Children" group Oodles of Love Daycare 10:15am–10:45am 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 "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Curious Kids' Learning Lab 10:30am–11:30am Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Registration 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, 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. 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.	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!!
11 am			This event is in the "Children" group Dayspring Preschool 11:00am–11:45am 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 "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Homeschool Book Club 11:00am–12:00pm Preschool, Children Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Age Group: Preschool, Children Program Type: Book Club, Educational, Storytime & Playgroups Registration Required Event Details: Homeschool Book Club is designed for preschool and elementary homeschool students. We meet once a month from October through May. 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.
12 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Mason Preschool 12:00pm–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. 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.
1 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group God's Lighthouse Academy 1:00pm–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.
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3 pm		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 Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups Event Details: National Honor Society students from Summerfield High School will be at the library to help you with your homework. Please note that Homework Helpers will not be held on half days, when school is cancelled or if the library is closed.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Brains and Games 3:30pm–5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General, Homework Helpers & Study Groups, Meal Program Registration Required 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!	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 Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups Event Details: National Honor Society students from Summerfield High School will be at the library to help you with your homework. Please note that Homework Helpers will not be held on half days, when school is cancelled or if the library is closed.
4 pm		This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group After School Craft and Build 4:00pm–5:00pm Preschool, Children, Tweens Maybee Branch This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Event Details: Come to the library every first Tuesday of the month, October through May, for a fun activity! We'll have an artsy project as well as a building activity or challenge. This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dinner & Delight 4:00pm–5:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General, Meal Program Registration Required 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!	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group After School Crochet Club 4:00pm–4:45pm Children, Tweens, Teens Ida Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group Registration Open Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Learn the basics of crocheting with materials provided or bring your own project to work on and enjoy the company of other crafty crochet club members! 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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