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Fall Craft-Tabulous: Cardboard Helmets!

Fall Craft-Tabulous

Tuesday, October 1, 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: 22
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, October 2, 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, October 2, 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, October 2, 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, October 3, 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!

Monrovia Reads Van

Monrovia Reads Van at Canyon Oaks HS

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am
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!

October Family Feud

Halloween Family Feud Gameshow Extravaganza

Friday, October 4, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a night of fun and friendly competition at the library's Family Feud Night! Gather your friends and family or come solo as we form teams and put your knowledge to the t...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a night of fun and friendly competition at the library's Family Feud Night! Gather your friends and family or come solo as we form teams and put your knowledge to the test in this classic game show.

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 at Station Square Park

Storytime at Farmers Market

Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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 10am.  After storytime, enjoy some fresh fruits & vegeta...

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 10am. 

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Craft-tastic

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

Join us in a spooky craft as we decorate popsicle stick haunted houses for Halloween! Children will explore their creativity in this fun and not-so scary art activity. Sponsored...

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

Join us in a spooky craft as we decorate popsicle stick haunted houses for Halloween! Children will explore their creativity in this fun and not-so scary art activity.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

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.

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 Canyon Early Learning Center

Monday, October 7, 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!

Music

Music Makers

Monday, October 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging and interactive music program designed for young children. This introductory class will lead young learners into the exciting world of music by teaching the...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Program Type: Special Events, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging and interactive music program designed for young children. This introductory class will lead young learners into the exciting world of music by teaching them about rhythm, beat, pitch, tempo 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.

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 Advisory Board members

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Monday, October 7, 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, October 7, 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, October 8, 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 Wild Rose

Tuesday, October 8, 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:

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.

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Tutor Roundtable

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

For volunteer tutors in the Adult Literacy program: Share tutoring ideas, challenges, and successes with fellow volunteers in a relaxed online setting.  Interested in be...

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

For volunteer tutors in the Adult Literacy program:

Share tutoring ideas, challenges, and successes with fellow volunteers in a relaxed online setting. 

Storytime

Storytime

Wednesday, October 9, 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 Plymouth

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 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!

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, October 9, 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 Monroe Elementary

Thursday, October 10, 2024 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.

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, October 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Technology
Age Group:
0-5
Event Details:

Young scientists are invited to the Mini-Innovation Lab sessions at the MPL. Toddlers will learn, through hands-on activities, about biology, physics, engineering, chemistry and mo...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Special Events, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Young scientists 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. Each occurrence will offer a new and exciting experience.

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 Mayflower Elementary

Friday, October 11, 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

Bookmark

Bookmark Contest Ends

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Library-Wide at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Last day to turn in your Bookmark Contest entry! Use your imagination and create a one-of-a-kind bookmark. Submit your design for a chance to have the winning bookmark reproduce...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Library-Wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Last day to turn in your Bookmark Contest entry!

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Trick-or-Read Family Literacy Fun

Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Everyone, 0-5, 6-11
Event Details:

Trick-or-Read Family Literacy Fun Saturday, October 12th, 3-4:30pm Library Story Room Empower yourself as your young child’s first teacher and foster a love for reading at...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Everyone, 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Trick-or-Read Family Literacy Fun