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Blue Bush Book Sale!

All Day 12/12 - 1/5

Blue Bush Branch

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Library Branch: Blue Bush Branch

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Friends Book Sale

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Come and visit us at the Blue Bush Branch Library for our end of the year book sale. There is something for everyone.

Cocoa, Cards, and Christmas Cheer

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Library at Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: All Ages, Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Get the whole family into the holiday spirit at our drop-in Christmas Card Making Event! Visit each table to create unique handmade cards using our festive supplies while enjoying hot chocolate and Christmas treats.

Bucket Beats: Rhythm and Books!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool

Program Type: Music, Storytime & Playgroups

Registration Required

Event Details:

Get ready to make some noise! In this high-energy program, kids will tap, clap, and drum along on buckets while listening to stories filled with rhythm and rhyme.

After School Crochet Club

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

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!

Cocoa, Cards, and Christmas Cheer

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Library at Erie Branch

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Library Branch: Erie Branch

Room: Library

Age Group: All Ages, Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit at our drop-in Christmas Card Making Event! Visit each table to create unique handmade cards using our festive supplies while enjoying hot chocolate and Christmas treats.

Winter Wonderland Creations

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Community Room at Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Create some christmas ornaments and other themed crafts. We will also have stories and other fun activities!

StickerPalooza

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Downstairs Programming Area at Dundee Branch

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Library Branch: Dundee Branch

Room: Downstairs Programming Area

Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime & Playgroups

Event Details:

Spend the morning playing with STICKERS!!!

A variety of activities will be available involving stickers! Dot stickers, sticker collages, sticker pictures and more! I promise your kiddo will have LOADS of STICKER FUN!!

American Girl Doll Crafting and Games from the 1920s!

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

Registration Open

Library Branch: Ida Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: All Ages, Children, Tweens, Family

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Calling all 18 inch doll fans! Travel back to the 1920s with games, snacks, and crafts inspired by the newest historical American Girl, Claudie! Bring your own 18" doll and meet other historical doll enthusiasts!

After School Craft and Build

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Maybee Branch

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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.

After School Crochet Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Community Room at Ida Branch

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!

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All Day	This event is in the "Children" group X-Mas Tree Fun All Day 12/8–12/19 Children Robert A. Vivian Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Robert A. Vivian Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Are you looking for something a little different for the kids to do? Stop in and create your very own 3D paper Christmas Tree. No registration needed and all supplies are included.
		This event is in the "Children" group Rudolph Mystery Take and Make All Day 12/15–12/20 Children Maybee Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Maybee Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take and Make Event Details: Pop by the library during this busy pre-Christmas week and grab a Rudolph bag full of take and make goodies! Great for elementary aged kids; those on the younger end may need some support to complete the items.
		This event is in the "Children" group Rudolph Mystery Take and Make All Day 12/15–12/20 Children Summerfield – Petersburg Branch This event is in the "Children" group Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take and Make Event Details: Pop by the library during this busy pre-Christmas week and grab a Rudolph bag full of take and make goodies! Great for elementary aged kids; those on the younger end may need some support to complete the items.
10 am							This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Winter Wonderland Creations 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Registration Open Registration 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: Frenchtown – Dixie Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create some christmas ornaments and other themed crafts. We will also have stories and other fun activities!
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12 pm
1 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Monroe Michigan Crochet Club 1:00pm–2:00pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started.	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 Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group Waitlist Library Branch: Summerfield – Petersburg Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Seniors" group A Common Thread 2:00pm–4:00pm 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 Event Details: Bring your projects such as knitting, cross-stitch, or crochet work and be a part of our group! Join us on the first and third Thursday of every month to share your projects and a "common thread" with others!	This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Cocoa, Cards, and Christmas Cheer 2:30pm–4:30pm All Ages, Family Erie Branch Full Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Full Library Branch: Erie Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Get into the holiday spirit at our drop-in Christmas Card Making Event! Visit each table to create unique handmade cards using our festive supplies while enjoying hot chocolate and Christmas treats.
3 pm		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 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!
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 Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Registration Open 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.	This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Cocoa, Cards, and Christmas Cheer 4:00pm–5:30pm All Ages, Family Rasey Luna Pier Branch Registration Open Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Family" group Registration Open Library Branch: Rasey Luna Pier Branch Room: Library Age Group: All Ages, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Get the whole family into the holiday spirit at our drop-in Christmas Card Making Event! Visit each table to create unique handmade cards using our festive supplies while enjoying hot chocolate and Christmas treats.	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. This event is in the "Family" group Exploring with Paint 4:00pm–6:00pm 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: Looking for something new to do? Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4pm – 6pm at the Vivian Branch Library. We will explore your hidden talents with paint! All supplies will be provided.
5 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Monroe Michigan Crochet Club 5:00pm–6:30pm All Ages Ellis Library & Reference Center This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at the library for a relaxing crochet and knitting club! Bring your current project, catch up with friends, and share tips and techniques. If you’re new to crochet, we’ll have supplies on hand and someone ready to help you get started. This event is in the "Adults" group Craft Night 5:30pm–7:00pm Adults Ida Branch Event Full Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Event Full Library Branch: Ida Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Enjoy an evening of crafting. All materials will be supplied. Please register	This event is in the "Adults" group Crafting and Chatting 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Maybee Branch This event is in the "Adults" group 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 "Adults" group Sit, Chat, Finish that!~ 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults Blue Bush Branch This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "Family" group Adult & Child Cookies and Canvas 6:30pm–7:30pm Family Ellis Library & Reference Center Full Registration Required This event is in the "Family" group Full Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: The 12 Days of Christmas at the Ellis Library & Reference Center On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: 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.		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 "Family" group Merry Grinch-mas 6:30pm–7:30pm Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family Ellis Library & Reference Center Full Registration Required 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 "Family" group Full Library Branch: Ellis Library & Reference Center Room: Programming Room Age Group: Preschool, Children, Tweens, Family Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Movies Registration Required Event Details: The 12 Days of Christmas at the Ellis Library & Reference Center On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me:

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