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Storytime

Wednesday, June 19, 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. ...

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. 

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Art Class for Kids

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Discover the world of art at this exciting Art Class for children ages 6-12. Each week, young artists will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and imagination as they ...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Discover the world of art at this exciting Art Class for children ages 6-12. Each week, young artists will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and imagination as they embark on a new art project.

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, June 19, 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.

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Ukulele Lesson for Kids

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Discover the joy of playing the ukulele with this class tailored for children aged 6-12. This engaging program will cover the fundamentals of ukulele playing and introduce particip...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Discover the joy of playing the ukulele with this class tailored for children aged 6-12. This engaging program will cover the fundamentals of ukulele playing and introduce participants to simple songs.

Come hangout, eat snack, and play some games!

Teen Game Hangout

Friday, June 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

  Come hangout, eat snacks, and play some games! There will be Nintendo Switch games like Mario Kart & Smash Ultimate and plenty of board games too. No registration ...

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

 

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. 

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Conquer the Cube

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Special Events, Workshop
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Unlock the mystery of the Rubik's Cube with this three-day program at the library. Designed for kids aged 6 -12, this engaging class will guide participants through the fascinating...

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

Unlock the mystery of the Rubik's Cube with this three-day program at the library. Designed for kids aged 6 -12, this engaging class will guide participants through the fascinating process of solving the iconic 3x3 puzzle.

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Literacy Book Club

Monday, June 24, 2024 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,...

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, June 25, 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.
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Novel T's Book Club

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Novel T’s Book Club:

Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month for a lively book discussion of different genres, featuring a new facilitator each month.

Event Details:

The book club meets in the Story Room of the Library. Zoom option available for those that are interested. 6:30pm - welcome and chit/chat 6:45pm - discussion begins If...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Novel T’s Book Club

Join us on the fourth Tuesday of every month for a lively book discussion of different genres, featuring a new facilitator each month.
Event Details:

The book club meets in the Story Room of the Library. Zoom option available for those that are interested.

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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Storytime

Wednesday, June 26, 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. ...

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. 

art

Art Class for Kids

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Discover the world of art at this exciting Art Class for children ages 6-12. Each week, young artists will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and imagination as they ...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Discover the world of art at this exciting Art Class for children ages 6-12. Each week, young artists will have the opportunity to unleash their creativity and imagination as they embark on a new art project.

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, June 26, 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, p...

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. 

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, June 26, 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.

drive-in

Box Car Drive-In Movie

Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies, Special Events
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Zoom over to the library for a drive-in movie experience. Get creative and transform a cardboard box into your very own car. All supplies provided. Once finished, the participant c...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies, Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Zoom over to the library for a drive-in movie experience. Get creative and transform a cardboard box into your very own car. All supplies provided.

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.

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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Cube Club

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Join us at Cube club, a fantastic opportunity for kids to gather at the library and connect over the Rubik's Cube. Whether you are a seasoned solver o just starting out, everyone i...

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

Join us at Cube club, a fantastic opportunity for kids to gather at the library and connect over the Rubik's Cube. Whether you are a seasoned solver o just starting out, everyone is welcome to join the fun.

Two Teen Advisory Board members smiling during meeting

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Monday, July 1, 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, July 1, 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, July 2, 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.
Barks and Books

Barks and Books

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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: 5
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.

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Literacy Write Club

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Build confidence in your everyday writing and creative writing skills.  Practice writing with the help of a tutor in a small group. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month. ...

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

Build confidence in your everyday writing and creative writing skills. 

Practice writing with the help of a tutor in a small group.

1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month.

Materials provided. 

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Cube Club

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
6-11
Event Details:

Join us at Cube club, a fantastic opportunity for kids to gather at the library and connect over the Rubik's Cube. Whether you are a seasoned solver o just starting out, everyone i...

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

Join us at Cube club, a fantastic opportunity for kids to gather at the library and connect over the Rubik's Cube. Whether you are a seasoned solver o just starting out, everyone is welcome to join the fun.

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Literacy Book Club

Monday, July 8, 2024 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,...

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, July 9, 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.