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Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Storytimes
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
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.  ...

Culture & Conversation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Literacy
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. Build confidence in...

Imagination Station

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Events
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:
Every Monday in June at 3:00 p.m. For ages 4 years through 2nd grade. Children are transported to another world through imaginative play using toys, props, and sensory items. No reservation required.  ...

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

5:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen

T.A.B

Teens in grades 6 to 12 who want to help shape the Library’s teen services. TAB members create programs for all teens in the community to enjoy and provide support for other library programs. Pick up an application online.

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 download an application. Turn in your completed application via email to mp...

Literacy Watch & Talk

5:00pm - 7:30pm
Literacy
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:
Practice pronunciation, conversation, and explore English-language expressions as we watch a short film and discuss with a small group of Learners.  For more information to join the Literacy program, please contact the Adult Literacy Coordina...

Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytimes
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 library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Literacy
Registration
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Program Type: Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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 opportunity to boost their reading confidence in a relaxed environment...

Literacy Write Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Literacy
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:
Join us in-person to practice writing poems, stories, letters, and more with the help of a Tutor in a small group with other Learners.  Build confidence in your everyday writing skills.  To join, please email the Literacy Coordin...

Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Storytimes
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.  ...

Culture & Conversation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Literacy
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. Build confidence in...

Crafternoon

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for creative afternoons at the library! This weekly arts and crafts program will help children stay busy this summer by encouraging their creativity in decorating and designing a fun activity. Crafts change weekly. No registration needed, whi...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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.

Mini-Vation Lab: Toddler STEAM Activities

11:00am - 11:45am
Special Events, Technology
Registration
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Special Events, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Young scientists are invited to the Mini-Innovation Lab sessions at the MPL. All summer long, toddlers will learn, through hands-on activities, about biology, physics, engineering, chemistry and more. Each occurrence will offer a new and exciting exp...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Performances, Special Events
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Library-Wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances, Special Events
Event Details:
Join us as we kick off Summer Reading! We will have arts and crafts, games, dancing, and a special performance from Magician Billy Bonkers!  Saturday, June 10th from 12pm-4pm ALL AGES!    ...

Imagination Station

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Events
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:
Every Monday in June at 3:00 p.m. For ages 4 years through 2nd grade. Children are transported to another world through imaginative play using toys, props, and sensory items. No reservation required.  ...

Literacy Book Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Literacy
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Virtual Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:
Read fiction and become an active reader! Improve your reading comprehension, vocabulary, and speaking skills. A Book Club for MPL Adult Literacy Services Learners.  Every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month.  Books will be provided...

Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Storytimes
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 library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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.

Bilingual Tech Help (in Spanish & English)

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Technology, Workshop
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Literacy Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Event Details:
​¿Alguna vez ha deseado tener un lugar donde puede obtener ayuda con sus preguntas sobre tecnología?  En martes selectos de este verano, un bibliotecario estará disponible para ayudarle con preguntas sobre sus aparatos tecnológicos, incluyendo c...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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

10:00am - 11:00am
Storytimes
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.  ...

Innovation Lab

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Events, Technology
Registration
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Special Events, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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. Registration required. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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. 

Culture & Conversation

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Literacy
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. Build confidence in...

Crafternoon

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for creative afternoons at the library! This weekly arts and crafts program will help children stay busy this summer by encouraging their creativity in decorating and designing a fun activity. Crafts change weekly. No registration needed, whi...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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.

Game Night for Adults

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Special Events, Technology
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events, Technology
Event Details:
Grab a controller and join us as we play exciting games on the Nintendo Switch! Will you be the last one standing in Smash, or be the first to cross the finish line in Mario Kart? Drop by and meet other players who share a love of gaming and have fun...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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 with the Park Naturalists

10:00am - 11:00am
Special Events, Storytimes
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: Special Events, Storytimes
Event Details:
We will meet one Saturday morning each month, in a park in Monrovia, at 10 AM for a special edition of our storytime. Together, with our very special friends the City of Monrovia Park Naturalists, we will share stories, music, movement and fun facts ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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.

Imagination Station

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Events
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:
Every Monday in June at 3:00 p.m. For ages 4 years through 2nd grade. Children are transported to another world through imaginative play using toys, props, and sensory items. No reservation required.  ...