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Name: Holiday Tree Decorating Contest
Start: 2024-10-28
End: 2024-11-27
Location: Newport Branch

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Holiday Tree Decorating Contest

All Day 10/28 - 11/27

Newport Branch

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Library Branch: Newport Branch

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Our annual holiday tree decorating contest is starting. Trees can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.

Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest

All Day 10/28 - 11/27

Carleton Branch

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Library Branch: Carleton Branch

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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Our annual holiday wreath decorating contest is starting. Wreaths can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.

PJs and Pancakes

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Community Room at South Rockwood Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General

Required

Seats Remaining: 29

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Join Miss Kelli for bedtime stories and yummy pancakes! Wear your jammies, bring your stuffies and get comfy!

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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.

Lego Fun

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Maybee Branch

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Library Branch: Maybee Branch

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: General

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Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm. Lego building fun for the whole family

Color Me Happy

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Educational, Storytime & Playgroups

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Seats Remaining: 16

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.

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This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.

Charcuterie Chronicles

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General

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Seats Remaining: 0

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Test your skills at assembling an eye -catching mini charcuterie board. A local food expert will be showing us how to add assorted cheeses, meats and crackers and nuts to our boards.

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Yule Ball

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room at Bedford Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Bedford Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens

Program Type: General

Required

Seats Remaining: 43

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Witches and Wizards, your presence is requested at the Annual Yule Ball. The magic begins Friday, the sixth of December in the year 2024 from 6 to 8 pm. In the Bedford Library Community Room.

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Candy is Dandy with Lakehouse Bakery

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Room at South Rockwood Branch

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Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational

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Seats Remaining: 13

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Keegan C. Rodgers, owner of The Lakehouse Bakery in Chelsea, leads this lively talk on how to make Candy! Registration is required.

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All Day		This event is in the "Children" group. Thanksgiving Take and Make All Day 11/25 - 11/26 Children Maybee Branch This event is in the "Children" group. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Take and Make Event Details: Need some Thanksgiving fun in your life? Come grab a craft at the library to make! Crafts will be available on a first come, first served basis.			Closing Thanksgiving 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 Thanksgiving Day.
9 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Custer Preschool 9:15am - 10:15am 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. St. Charles Academy 9:00am - 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.	This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Storytime for preschool & toddlers 9:00am - 10:00am 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. 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children South Rockwood 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: South Rockwood 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.		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sensory Storytime 10:00am - 11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: General, Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 13 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. Come enjoy stories, songs, and playtime with us! Sensory Storytime is crafted for babies and children ages 0-5, but children of any age are welcome to join in the fun. 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. Storytime for preschool & toddlers 10:30am - 11:30am 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. 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.		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Storytime for preschool & toddlers 10:00am - 11:00am 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. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Kiddie Korner Daycare 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.					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. Tail Waggin' Tutors 11:00am - 12:00pm All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family 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. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Room: Children's Area Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens, Family Program Type: Genealogy 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. Lego Fun 11:00am - 1:00pm All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens 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. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: General Event Details: Come in and get creative on Saturdays 11am - 1pm. Lego building fun for the whole family
12 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Mason Head Start 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.
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2 pm			This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Curious Kids' Learning Lab 2:00pm - 3:00pm Preschool, Children Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open 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: Book Club, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Your 4-7-year-old is invited to explore, create, and have a blast at our Curious Kids LAB! Each week we’ll work on communication and reading skills, explore a STEAM topic, and follow up with fun, hands-on extension activities. 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. Homeschool Book Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: 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. September Read: Wonderous Rex Author: Patricia Maclachlan 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.
3 pm	This event is in the "Children" group. 1st Grade Book Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children Bedford Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Club Required Seats Remaining: 9 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	This event is in the "Children" group. After School Adventures 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: After School Adventures takes place every Monday that school is in session. We'll enjoy a variety of activities, including Dia de los Muertos, Thanksgiving and pumpkin fun, seasonal STEM challenges, and holiday arts and crafts! 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. 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 Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Homework Helpers & Study Groups Event Details: High school students are available after school to assist students who may need help with their homework. No registration needed. 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. STEM Station 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Event Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Event Full Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Educational, General, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: STEM Station (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) is a fun program that ties books and science together. Listen to stories and then participate in fun, hands-on science and engineering activities. 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 "Family" group. Build and Create with Legos and Blocks 4:00pm - 5:30pm Children, Family Bedford Branch This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Family" group. 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 "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 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 Required Seats Remaining: 30 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. Wacky Wednesday 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children, Tweens Ellis Library & Reference Center Registration Open Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. Registration Open Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Get ready for a whirlwind of wackiness every Wednesday with our exciting program, "Wacky Wednesday"! Each week brings something new and different, guaranteed to surprise and delight.

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