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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.

Lego Fun

Saturday, November 23, 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

STEM Station

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Chapter Book Area at Ellis Library & Reference Center

Registration Open

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

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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.

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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.

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

Required

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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Accompanying Adults

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

Event Full

Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General

Required

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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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.

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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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Holiday Tree Decorating Contest All Day 10/28 - 11/27 All Ages Newport Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Newport Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Our annual holiday tree decorating contest is starting. Trees can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest All Day 10/28 - 11/27 All Ages Carleton Branch This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Carleton Branch Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Our annual holiday wreath decorating contest is starting. Wreaths can be picked up starting Monday October 28th.
	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Crochet Pattern of the Month All Day 11/1 - 11/30 Teens, Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take and Make Event Details: Come pick up our crochet patterns of the month to make an easy crochet project. Make at home or bring your project and questions to UFO (UnFinished Objects) night on the second Thursday of the month.
	This event is in the "Family" group. What are you Thankful for? All Day 11/4 - 11/29 Family Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the Vivian Library and help us fill in our Turkey with thankful feathers!
	This event is in the "Family" group. Holiday Wreath Decorating Contest All Day 11/8 - 11/29 Family South Rockwood Branch This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Wreaths may be picked up starting Wednesday November 8, 2024. Stop in to get a wreath or you can call to reserve a wreath. Supplies are limited.
10 am						This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Small Fries Friday 10:00am - 11:00am 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational, General, Music, Storytime & Playgroups Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Join us each week for a sampling of learning and literacy fun for those 3-6 years old. 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 "Adults" group. Third Thursday Special 11:00am - 1:00pm Adults Robert A. Vivian Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Event Full Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: Don't like to drive at night? Need something to do? Join us every other month for our adult THIRD THURSDAY SPECIAL! Sit, relax and do a special craft project.
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1 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group. Monroe Michigan Crochet Club 1:00pm - 3:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join our free club! Sit back relax and chit chat with friends while we crochet or knit our current projects! Learn some new techniques or share! There will be supplies available if you are new to crochet and someone can help you learn!	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Adult Afternoon Craft 1:00pm - 2:30pm Adults, Seniors Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" 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: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Each month, we will provide supplies and instructions for you to make a craft here in the library. Registration is required.
2 pm			This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Color Creators 2:45pm - 3:45pm Tweens, Teens Bedford Branch This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bedford Branch Room: Children's Round Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Organizations using the Library Event Details: All tween and teens are welcome to come be creative with us after school each Tuesday! Come and draw with us. No registration required.
3 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. After School Adventures 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. Adopt-a-Squishmallow 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Rasey Luna Pier Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Monroe Family YMCA Meal program providing free healthy meals for kids and teens. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Come adopt a mini-Squishmallow, then bring your new friend along to some Squishmallow stations with fun activities! Dinner will be served at 4:00 for kids and teens with the program following.	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 Event Full 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: Chapter Book Area Age Group: Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: 0 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. A Common Thread 4:00pm - 6:00pm Adults, Seniors Frenchtown – Dixie Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Piano Sitting Area Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Craft Night 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults Ida Branch Event Full Required 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: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Craft Night Join us for a fun evening of crafting. All supplies are provided. Please make sure you register to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone!	This event is in the "Adults" group. Crafting and Chatting 5:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Maybee Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring your unfinished craft projects in to work on among friends. Share your knowledge and learn something new. Coloring pages will be available for those who are in between projects.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Build a Snowglobe 5:00pm - 6:30pm Children, Tweens, Teens Newport Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Newport Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Make a keepsake snowglobe. Customize your own keepsake globe. You may bring your own trinket or pick from our selection. Pictures and paper will not work with this craft. This craft makes an excellent holiday gift. 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 "Adults" group. Card Making Class 5:00pm - 6:30pm Adults Robert A. Vivian Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Have you ever wanted to make your own greeting cards? Join Becky McFarlane as she instructs us on how save money by making your own cards. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited, registration is required. This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult Craft Night 5:30pm - 6:30pm Adults South Rockwood Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Rockwood Branch Room: Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Swing by the South Rockwood Library to make an adorable fall macrame rainbow. This project is for adults 18 years and older. This craft must be done here at the library. All supplies will be provided!	This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Procraftinate 5:30pm - 7:00pm Tweens, Teens, Adults Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Event Full Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Procraftinate Procraftinate: avoidance of adult responsibilities to partake in art and craft projects.
6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Adopt-a-Squishmallow 6:00pm - 7:00pm Children Erie Branch Event Full Required This event is in the "Children" group. Event Full Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Erie Branch Room: Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Come adopt a mini-Squishmallow, then bring your new friend along to some Squishmallow stations with fun activities!

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