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Monrovia Reads Van at Plymouth

10:30am–12:45pm
6-11
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

MR Van

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

Plymouth students, come check out what books are on the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Van! The van will be on campus during lunch.

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

2:00pm–3:00pm
6-11
Special Events, STEAM
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.

Pop-up Makerspace for Teens

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teen
Makerspace
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Makerspace
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. 

Literacy News & Views

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Literacy
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Meet with other learners and a trained tutor to read News For You, a weekly newspaper for people who wish to improve their reading skills.

Build confidence in your work, school, family, and social life. 

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

1:45pm–3:30pm
6-11
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

MR Van

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

Monroe students, come check out what books are on the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Van! The van will be on campus for dismissals at 2 and 2:35, until approximately 3:30.

Video Game Free Play

3:30pm–4:30pm
6-11
Gaming
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Drop by the library and play some video games, on a big screen, or a board game on the last Thursday of the month. We'll have a variety of multiplayer games ready to play. Open to all skill levels. 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.

Mini Lab: Toddler & Preschool STEAM Activities

11:00am–11:45am
0-5
STEAM
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 0-5
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

All little science enthusiasts 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.

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.

Game Night for Adults

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Gaming
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Library Lobby
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. 

Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children

10:00am–11:00am
0-5, 6-11
Special Events
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.

Manga Munchies - Let's Make Onigiri

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Workshop
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a fan of anime or manga?  Would you like to learn how to make some of those delicious dishes?  If so, please join for a cooking lesson where we discuss how to create the humble, but hearty onigiri. 

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. 

LEGO Free Play

12:00pm–2:00pm
0-5, 6-11
Special Events, STEAM
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. 

Teen Advisory Board Orientation

4:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Meeting
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Teen Area
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Welcome to the Teen Advisory Board! This is an orientation for new TAB members who have already submitted a TAB application.

Baby Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
0-5
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 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.

Craft-Tastic: Card Making

12:00pm–1:00pm
6-11
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Special Events
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. 

Literacy Word Workshop

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Literacy
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Practice reading, spelling, and vocabulary skills with other learners at the library.​

For more information to join the Literacy program, please contact the Adult Literacy Coordinator:

jmarquez@monroviaca.gov 

Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
0-5
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.

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.

Blue Submarine presents: The Lifestyles of the Slimy and Squishy

2:00pm–3:00pm
0-5, 6-11
Performances, Special Events
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

3:15pm–4:15pm
0-5, 6-11
Performances, Special Events
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. 

Literacy News & Views

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Literacy
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literacy
Event Details:

Meet with other learners and a trained tutor to read News For You, a weekly newspaper for people who wish to improve their reading skills.

Build confidence in your work, school, family, and social life. 

Spring Break Laser Tag for Teens

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teen
Special Events
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. 

Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids: Spring Break Edition

12:00pm–2:00pm
6-11
Makerspace
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Makerspace
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.

Trivia Night

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Special Events
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. 

Craft-tastic!

12:00pm–2:00pm
0-5, 6-11
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Youth Services Area
Age Group: 0-5, 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come ready to create! School aged children are encouraged to attend this arts and crafts monthly program. Young participants will discover new ways of expressing themselves, build confidence, and expand their imaginations.

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 at Bradoaks Elementary

2:00pm–3:15pm
6-11
Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van
Age Group: 6-11
Program Type: Bookmobile
Event Details:

MR Van

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

Bradoaks students, come check-out what books are on the Monrovia Reads Mobile Literacy Van! The van will be on campus for dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40, until approximately 3:10.