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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. 

TAB Presents.. Monthly Teen Activities

TAB Presents... Monthly Teen Activities

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Get together after the TAB meeting to hang out and participate in an activity planned by the TAB Leadership Council. No registration needed. Grades 6-12. 

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

Get together after the TAB meeting to hang out and participate in an activity planned by the TAB Leadership Council. 

No registration needed. Grades 6-12.

 

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. 

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Literacy Speak Easy

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

Join the discussion!Practice pronunciation, conversation, and English-language idioms with other learners at the library.For more information to join the Literacy program, please c...

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

Join the discussion!

Practice pronunciation, conversation, and English-language idioms with other learners at the library.

For more information to join the Literacy program, please contact the Adult Literacy Coordinator:

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 8, 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.
Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Wild Rose

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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 2:25 and 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:

Dismissals at 2:25 and 3:00.

Dungeons & Dragons event for ages 16 and up, every 2nd Tuesday from March to May, 5:30 PM-7:30 PM. Register online. Sponsored by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join Monrovia Library’s resident Dungeon Master and learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Seats for each game will be limited to 5 but...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join Monrovia Library’s resident Dungeon Master and learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game.

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 9, 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.
Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Plymouth

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:45pm
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!

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!

Innovation Lab one day per month 2 Pm in the story room. Pictures of children showing off their work.

Innovation Lab

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Learn, experiment and explore at Innovation Lab at the MPL. We will have a different STEAM-related activity for school-aged children on a select Wednesday every month. Ages 6-11. N...

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

Learn, experiment and explore at Innovation Lab at the MPL. We will have a different STEAM-related activity for school-aged children on a select Wednesday every month. Ages 6-11. No registration required.

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.
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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, April 9, 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.

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

Thursday, April 10, 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.

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Mayflower Elementary

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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:

Mayflower 1:50-3:30

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:

Mayflower 1:50-3:30

The Amateur

Free Movie Matinee for Veterans

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Veterans
Age Group:
Everyone, Adults
Event Details:

In recognition of our brave veterans and their service to our country, the Monrovia Public Library is proud to invite veterans and service members to enjoy a complimentary movie ex...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone, Adults
Program Type: Veterans
Required
Seats Remaining: 63
Event Details:

In recognition of our brave veterans and their service to our country, the Monrovia Public Library is proud to invite veterans and service members to enjoy a complimentary movie experience on Saturday, April 12th at LOOK Cinemas in downtown Monrov

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. 

Sewing Workshop April 12 2025

Sewing For Beginners

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join our Beginner's Sewing Class and stitch your way to sustainability! In this fun, hands-on workshop, you will learn how to use a sewing machine and apply the skills to make a sm...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join our Beginner's Sewing Class and stitch your way to sustainability! In this fun, hands-on workshop, you will learn how to use a sewing machine and apply the skills to make a small pillow.

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. 

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Bradoaks Elementary

Monday, April 14, 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. 

Promotional Image for the Pop-Up Makerspace event for children ages 5-12 years, occurring March 10, April 14, and May 12 from 3:30-4:30pm.

Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids

Monday, April 14, 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.

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Literacy Book Club

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Program at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Book Club for MPL Adult Literacy Services Learners. Read books with a trained tutor and become an active reader. Improve your reading comprehension, vocabulary, and spe...

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

A Book Club for MPL Adult Literacy Services Learners. 

Read books with a trained tutor and become an active reader. 

Improve your reading comprehension, vocabulary, and speaking skills.

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, April 15, 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.
Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Wild Rose

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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 2:25 and 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:

Dismissals at 2:25 and 3:00.

Barks and Books

Barks and Books

Tuesday, April 15, 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: 4
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.

Winter spring 2025

Storytime

Wednesday, April 16, 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.
Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Plymouth

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:45pm
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!

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!

Spring Bubble Art craft for ages 5-12. In the story time room on Wednesday April 16 from 3-4pm.

Spring Bubble Art

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Come join us for a spring craft! We will be painting hydrangea flowers with the use of bubble art! 

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come join us for a spring craft! We will be painting hydrangea flowers with the use of bubble art! 

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.