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Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Mayflower Elementary

Friday, November 22, 2024 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

Adult Game Night

Game Night for Adults

Friday, November 22, 2024 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. 

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Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory-friendly early morning specifically for neurodivergent children, such as children with sensory processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and/or AD...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join us for a sensory-friendly early morning specifically for neurodivergent children, such as children with sensory processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and/or ADHD, to enjoy the library in a less stimulating environment.

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.
Holiday Hijinks Saturday November 23rd at 12:30pm

Holiday Hijinks Puppet Show

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Halloween and Christmas Holidays mashup when  Santa takes a spur of the moment vacation and winds up on a zany musical adventure in Halloweentown! A Zombie, Witch and...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performances, Special Events
Event Details:

The Halloween and Christmas Holidays mashup when  Santa takes a spur of the moment vacation and winds up on a zany musical adventure in Halloweentown!

holida treat decorating monday november 25th 12-2pm

Holiday Treat Decorating

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Join us for a fun afternoon decorating Rice Krispie treats! Attendees will learn how to make a batch of Rice Krispies on our all new Charlie Cart! Afterwards everyone will get to d...

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

Join us for a fun afternoon decorating Rice Krispie treats! Attendees will learn how to make a batch of Rice Krispies on our all new Charlie Cart! Afterwards everyone will get to decorate their own treat. 

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Literacy Book Club

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Heritage Room 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,...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
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, November 26, 2024 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 background with text reading "LEGO Free Play Last Saturday of the month Story Room 3 p.m."

LEGO Free Play

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Technology
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Children and parents are invited to the Lego Club at the MPL to build and play. Come by, get creative and build anything. We will provide all LEGO building materials. For children ...

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

Children and parents are invited to the Lego Club at the MPL to build and play. Come by, get creative and build anything. We will provide all LEGO building materials. For children 2-12 and their families. 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.
Monthly Veterans Meetup

Monthly Veterans Meetup

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Veterans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Monrovia Public Library’s Veterans Resource Center is partnering with our local Starbucks to host a monthly meetup for veterans and military service members. Join us on the fou...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Veterans
Event Details:

The Monrovia Public Library’s Veterans Resource Center is partnering with our local Starbucks to host a monthly meetup for veterans and military service members. Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Starbucks (239 W.

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. 

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Thanksgiving Crafts

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Drop into the library this Wednesday to create a festive craft for Thanksgiving! No registration required.  Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Libra...

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

Drop into the library this Wednesday to create a festive craft for Thanksgiving! No registration required. 

Generously sponsored by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

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. 

teen makerspace. Last Wednesday of the month. 3:30 pm - 5pm in the Teen Area For Teens in 6-12th grade

Pop-up Makerspace for Teens

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come and get creative on the last Wednesday of the month. Our makerspace cart includes supplies, tools, and ideas for making. Create your own zine, friendship bracelet, pins, butto...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and get creative on the last Wednesday of the month. Our makerspace cart includes supplies, tools, and ideas for making. Create your own zine, friendship bracelet, pins, buttons and much 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.

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. 

Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Monrovia Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Monrovia Public Library
Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Canyon Early Learning Center

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
0-5
MR Van:

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

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Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology
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: Arts & Crafts, Technology
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 Meeting

Monday, December 2, 2024 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. 

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Literacy Speak Easy

Monday, December 2, 2024 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, ...

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, December 3, 2024 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 Monrovia HS

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Teen
MR Van:

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Barks and Books

Barks and Books

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
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: Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.

December Adult Craft

Winter Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 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: 11
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. 

Storytime

Storytime

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 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. St...

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 Santa Fe MS

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Teen
MR Van:

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 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: po...

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 Clifton MS

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Monrovia Reads Van
Program Type:
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Teen
MR Van:

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

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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