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Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Event Details:

Monroe 1:30-3:00.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Event Details:

Monroe 1:30-3:00.

Game Free Play

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Drop by the library and play some video games, on a big screen, or a board game on the last Thursday of the month. We'll have a Nintendo Switch with a variety of multiplayer games ...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Drop by the library and play some video games, on a big screen, or a board game on the last Thursday of the month. We'll have a Nintendo Switch with a variety of multiplayer games ready to play. Open to all skill levels.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Mini-Vation Lab 11 a.m. on select fridays this summer. picture of lovely family. Beautiful mother holding cute daughter with young handsome son playing with slime.

Mini-Vation Lab: Toddler & Preschool STEAM Activities

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

All little science enthusiasts are invited to the Mini-Innovation Lab sessions at the MPL. Toddlers will learn, through hands-on activities, about biology, physics, engineering, ch...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

All little science enthusiasts are invited to the Mini-Innovation Lab sessions at the MPL. Toddlers will learn, through hands-on activities, about biology, physics, engineering, chemistry and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Flyer for "Game Night for Adults" with dates and times listed. Includes various board game-themed graphics. Sponsored by Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

Game Night for Adults

Friday, March 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's Game Night at the Monrovia Public Library! Have fun with new people and enjoy our collection of board games, puzzles and Nintendo Switch games. Feel free to bring your own gam...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

It's Game Night at the Monrovia Public Library! Have fun with new people and enjoy our collection of board games, puzzles and Nintendo Switch games. Feel free to bring your own games to share. (Age's 18+)

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

march 25 potluck

Literacy Celebration Potluck

Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Monrovia Public Library Literacy Services is honored to celebrate the Adult Learners and Tutors that make the MPL Adult Literacy Center the community gem it is.Join us for a potluc...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Monrovia Public Library Literacy Services is honored to celebrate the Adult Learners and Tutors that make the MPL Adult Literacy Center the community gem it is.

Promotional Image for the Pop-Up Makerspace event for children ages 5-12 years, occurring on March 31st from 3:30-4:30pm.

Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids: Spring Break Edition

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Create, play, tinker, and learn using different materials and tools at the MPL. Strengthen those creative muscles in an open exploratory environment. No registration needed, drop-i...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Create, play, tinker, and learn using different materials and tools at the MPL. Strengthen those creative muscles in an open exploratory environment. No registration needed, drop-in anytime! For children 5-12.

Teen Advisory Board members

Teen Advisory Board Orientation

Monday, March 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Welcome to the Teen Advisory Board! This is an orientation for new TAB members who have already submitted a TAB application. If you are in grades 6-12 and would like to join, visit...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Meeting
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Welcome to the Teen Advisory Board! This is an orientation for new TAB members who have already submitted a TAB application.

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5
Baby Storytime:

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help babies learn and grow.

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes

Baby Storytime

Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help babies learn and grow.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

LEGO Building Party! with Hey Hey Entertainment

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Join us in-person for an assortment of dynamic activities and challenging experiments using 10,000 LEGO bricks of all shapes and sizes . We will provide all necessary materials and...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Join us in-person for an assortment of dynamic activities and challenging experiments using 10,000 LEGO bricks of all shapes and sizes . We will provide all necessary materials and equipment. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Barks and Books

Barks and Books

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Children's Literacy
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

The library is partnering with Love on a Leash and Therapy Dogs International to present an opportunity to read to a furry friend. This literacy enrichment program offers kids the ...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Children's Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

The library is partnering with Love on a Leash and Therapy Dogs International to present an opportunity to read to a furry friend.

April Adult Craft

Spring Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a creative evening at the library! This monthly arts and crafts program will help adults relax and unwind by encouraging their creativity with a fun activity. Craf...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for a creative evening at the library! This monthly arts and crafts program will help adults relax and unwind by encouraging their creativity with a fun activity. Crafts change each month.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Winter spring 2025

Storytime

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Participate in active and engaging stories and songs for young listeners. Follow up with a sensory activity or craft project. Geared for ages 2-5 years. Siblings are welcome.Storyt...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Participate in active and engaging stories and songs for young listeners. Follow up with a sensory activity or craft project. Geared for ages 2-5 years. Siblings are welcome.

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. Drop offs will not be permitted.
spring break crafts

Spring Break Craft-tastic!

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Drop-in for an afternoon of crafting! School aged children are encouraged to express their creativity in designing a fun art activity they can make and take home. No registration i...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in for an afternoon of crafting! School aged children are encouraged to express their creativity in designing a fun art activity they can make and take home. No registration is required.

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. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us in-person or online and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting. Read the "News for You" newspaper and explore new topics weekly, including: popula...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Join us in-person or online and practice speaking English in a friendly and relaxed setting. 

Read the "News for You" newspaper and explore new topics weekly, including: popular culture, work and jobs, health, and more.

Blue Submarine presents: The Lifestyles of the Slimy and Squishy

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Blue Submarine visits the MPL to teach us about how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Children will also get to be hands on with the tidepool and dry exhibit. Registration r...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Blue Submarine visits the MPL to teach us about how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Children will also get to be hands on with the tidepool and dry exhibit. Registration required for every child attending the event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Blue Submarine presents: The Lifestyles of the Slimy and Squishy

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Blue Submarine visits the MPL to teach us about how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Children will also get to be hands on with the tidepool and dry exhibit. Registration r...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Blue Submarine visits the MPL to teach us about how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Children will also get to be hands on with the tidepool and dry exhibit. Registration required for every child attending the event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Blue Submarine presents: The Lifestyles of the Slimy and Squishy

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Blue Submarine visits the MPL to teach us about how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Children will also get to be hands on with the tidepool and dry exhibit. Registration r...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Performances, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Blue Submarine visits the MPL to teach us about how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Children will also get to be hands on with the tidepool and dry exhibit. Registration required for every child attending the event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Spring Break Laser Tag for Teens

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

 Grab your friends and join us for a game of laser tag in the library! Grades 6-12.Registration opens 2 weeks before.   

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

 

Grab your friends and join us for a game of laser tag in the library! Grades 6-12.

Registration opens 2 weeks before. 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Cooking Workshop to make personal mini pizza's. On April 4 @ 12-1pm. Registration required, 12 spots only

Pizza Cooking Class for Kids!

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Come join us in our cooking workshop. Using English muffins, we are making mini pizza's that you get to choose what toppings go on yours! After they are baked you get to enjoy your...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come join us in our cooking workshop. Using English muffins, we are making mini pizza's that you get to choose what toppings go on yours! After they are baked you get to enjoy your tasty treat. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Trivia

Trivia Night

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join us every month for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing trivia at the library! Rally your friends, put on your thinking caps, and prepare to tackle questions spanning pop cul...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us every month for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing trivia at the library! Rally your friends, put on your thinking caps, and prepare to tackle questions spanning pop culture, history, science, movies and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The City of Monrovia does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least 72-hours prior to the program or meeting you wish to attend. Please contact the library at 626-256-8274 for more information.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself. 

Storytime at Farmers Market. First Saturday of the month at 10:30am

Storytime at Farmers Market

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Storytime is coming to the Farmers Market at Station Square Park!Join us the first Saturday of the month at 10:30am. After storytime, enjoy some fresh fruits & vegetables ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime is coming to the Farmers Market at Station Square Park!

Join us the first Saturday of the month at 10:30am. 

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Family Literacy Celebrates Poetry Month

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Empower yourself as your child’s first teacher and foster a love of reading in this Family Literacy event. Celebrate Poetry Month with storytime, snacks, free books for the home li...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Empower yourself as your child’s first teacher and foster a love of reading in this Family Literacy event.

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Bradoaks Elementary

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
6-11
MR Van:

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

Visit our website to learn more about the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Program!

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40. 

Teen Advisory Board members

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours while helping the community and shaping teen programming at the library by joining the Teen Advisory Board! To join TAB, go to the City's Website to downl...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Earn volunteer hours while helping the community and shaping teen programming at the library by joining the Teen Advisory Board!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

There may be a photographer at this event:

Your presence at this event constitutes your consent to have you and/or your child(ren) photographed and to have your likeness and photograph used to promote and publicize other events at the library, or the library itself.