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Innovation Lab select Wednesdays every month in the story room. Pictures of children showing off their work.

Innovation Lab with WOW! That’s STEM

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEAM
Age Group:
6-11

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. This program is in partnership with Wow! That’s STEM. Ages 6-11.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Special Events, STEAM
Registration Required
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. This program is in partnership with Wow! That’s STEM. Ages 6-11.

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.
Innovation Lab select Wednesdays every month in the story room. Pictures of children showing off their work.

Innovation Lab w/ MASA (MHS Math & Science Academy)

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEAM
Age Group:
6-11

Learn, experiment and explore at Innovation Lab at the MPL. We will have a different STEAM-related activity for school-aged children on select Wednesdays every month. This program is in partnership with MHS Math & Science Academy (MASA).

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Special Events, STEAM
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 select Wednesdays every month. This program is in partnership with MHS Math & Science Academy (MASA).

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.
Promotional Image for the Sensory Mornings event, designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory processing disorders. The event occurs on Saturday, March 28, April 25, and May 23, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Registration is required.

Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
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.
Finale Celebration, Saturday 1:00 to 3:00pm at Station Square Park

One City One Story Finale

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Everyone

Celebrate the finale of Monrovia’s One City, One Story with a lively community event for all ages.

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

Celebrate the finale of Monrovia’s One City, One Story with a lively community event for all ages.

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. 

LEGO background with text reading "LEGO Free Play Select dates every month story room 2:30 pm"

LEGO Free Play

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEAM
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
LEGO Club:

Parents children ages 2 to 12 are invited to build and play with library supplied blocks. Come by, get creative and flex those engineering muscles.

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

LEGO Club

Parents children ages 2 to 12 are invited to build and play with library supplied blocks. Come by, get creative and flex those engineering muscles.

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. 

Craft-Tastic: Card Making

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Special Events
Age Group:
6-11

School aged children are encouraged to attend this special arts and crafts program. Participants will be led through the card making process by our craft expert. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Reservations required.

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

School aged children are encouraged to attend this special arts and crafts program. Participants will be led through the card making process by our craft expert. All supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Reservations 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.

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

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11

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.

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

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Performances, Special Events
Registration Required
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. 

Teen Laser Tag April 2nd

Spring Break Laser Tag for Teens

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teen

Grab your friends and join us for a game of laser tag in the library! Grades 7-12.

Registration opens 2 weeks before. 

 

 

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

Grab your friends and join us for a game of laser tag in the library! Grades 7-12.

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. 

Trivia 2026

Trivia Night

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
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. 

LEGO background with text reading "LEGO Free Play Select dates every month story room 2:30 pm"

LEGO Free Play

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEAM
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
LEGO Club:

Parents children ages 2 to 12 are invited to build and play with library supplied blocks. Come by, get creative and flex those engineering muscles.

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

LEGO Club

Parents children ages 2 to 12 are invited to build and play with library supplied blocks. Come by, get creative and flex those engineering muscles.

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. 

Promotional image for the Storytime with the Park Naturalists event occurring April 11 from 10:00am to 10:45am at Tsuneishi Park.

Storytime with the Park Naturalists

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Events, Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5

Join us for this special edition of our storytime in Monrovia's newest park, Satoru Tsuneishi Park, with our very special friends, the City of Monrovia Park Naturalists!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for this special edition of our storytime in Monrovia's newest park, Satoru Tsuneishi Park, with our very special friends, the City of Monrovia Park Naturalists!

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.
Innovation Lab select Wednesdays every month in the story room. Pictures of children showing off their work.

Innovation Lab with WOW! That’s STEM

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEAM
Age Group:
6-11

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. This program is in partnership with Wow! That’s STEM. Ages 6-11.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Special Events, STEAM
Registration Required
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. This program is in partnership with Wow! That’s STEM. Ages 6-11.

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.
Veterans Community Picnic 4.18.26

Community Picnic Celebrating Veterans

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Library Park Fountain Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, Veterans
Age Group:
Everyone

The entire community is invited to a picnic at the library to celebrate Monrovia's veterans! Enjoy music, food, kids crafts, and games that are fun for the whole family.

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Library Park Fountain Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Events, Veterans
Event Details:

The entire community is invited to a picnic at the library to celebrate Monrovia's veterans! Enjoy music, food, kids crafts, and games that are fun for the whole family.

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. 

Promotional Image for the Sensory Mornings event, designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory processing disorders. The event occurs on Saturday, March 28, April 25, and May 23, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Registration is required.

Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
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.
Trivia 2026

Trivia Night

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
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. 

LEGO background with text reading "LEGO Free Play Select dates every month story room 2:30 pm"

LEGO Free Play

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events, STEAM
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11
LEGO Club:

Parents children ages 2 to 12 are invited to build and play with library supplied blocks. Come by, get creative and flex those engineering muscles.

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

LEGO Club

Parents children ages 2 to 12 are invited to build and play with library supplied blocks. Come by, get creative and flex those engineering muscles.

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. 

Promotional image for the Storytime with the Park Naturalists event occurring May 9 from 10:00am to 10:45am at Station Square Park.

Storytime with the Park Naturalists

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Events, Storytimes
Age Group:
0-5

Join us for this special edition of our storytime at Station Square Park with our very special friends, the City of Monrovia Park Naturalists.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for this special edition of our storytime at Station Square Park with our very special friends, the City of Monrovia Park Naturalists.

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.
Promotional Image for the Sensory Mornings event, designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory processing disorders. The event occurs on Saturday, March 28, April 25, and May 23, from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Registration is required.

Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Services Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
0-5, 6-11

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
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.