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Literacy Book Club

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Heritage Room 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: Heritage Room
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.

Monthly Veterans Meetup

Monthly Veterans Meetup

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Veterans
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Monrovia Public Library’s Veterans Resource Center is partnering with our local Starbucks to host a monthly meetup for veterans and military service members. Join us on the fou...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Veterans
Event Details:

The Monrovia Public Library’s Veterans Resource Center is partnering with our local Starbucks to host a monthly meetup for veterans and military service members. Join us on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Starbucks (239 W.

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. 

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Literacy Speak Easy

Monday, December 2, 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:

December Adult Craft

Winter Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, December 3, 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: 10
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. 

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, December 4, 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.

Holiday Family Feud

Holiday Family Feud

Friday, December 6, 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 HOLIDAY EDITION Family Feud  Night! Gather your friends and family or come solo as we form teams and put y...

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 HOLIDAY EDITION 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. 

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Literacy Book Club

Monday, December 9, 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.

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Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join Monrovia Library’s resident Dungeon Master and learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Seats for each game will be limited to 5 but...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join Monrovia Library’s resident Dungeon Master and learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game.

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. 

Green Strategies and Practices for your home

Green Strategies & Practices for Your Home

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for another sustainability focused program! Learn from Green Energy Consultant John Shipman about the best practices & strategies for sustainable/green living at home. ...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Join us for another sustainability focused program! Learn from Green Energy Consultant John Shipman about the best practices & strategies for sustainable/green living at home.

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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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, December 11, 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.

Adult Game Night

Game Night for Adults

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 gam...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
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. 

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Beginner Electric Guitar Class for Adults and Teens 16+

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Are you a lover of music?  Have you ever been interested in learning how to play the electric guitar?  Then, join us for an introductory lesson.  You'll learn some e...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Are you a lover of music?  Have you ever been interested in learning how to play the electric guitar?  Then, join us for an introductory lesson.  You'll learn some easy chords and simple songs to get you started.

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. 

Gameshow

Gameshow Extravaganza

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Step into the spotlight with our Game Show Extravaganzas at the Library. Channel your inner contestant and join us for nights filled with excitement, friendly competition, and laug...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Special Events
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Step into the spotlight with our Game Show Extravaganzas at the Library. Channel your inner contestant and join us for nights filled with excitement, friendly competition, and laughter.

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.
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Literacy Speak Easy

Monday, January 6, 2025 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:

January Adult Craft

Winter Adult Craft Night

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 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: 26
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. 

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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 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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Literacy Celebration Potluck

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Monrovia Public Library Literacy Services is honored to celebrate the Adult Learners and Tutors that make the MPL Adult Literacy Center the community gem it is. Join us for a po...

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

Monrovia Public Library Literacy Services is honored to celebrate the Adult Learners and Tutors that make the MPL Adult Literacy Center the community gem it is.

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Literacy Book Club

Monday, January 13, 2025 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.

D&D

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Join Monrovia Library’s resident Dungeon Master and learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Seats for each game will be limited to 5 but...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Heritage Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Monrovia Library’s resident Dungeon Master and learn to play Dungeons and Dragons, the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game.

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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Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 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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Mental Health Presentation - Emotional Wellbeing and Stress

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please join us for an informative workshop on emotional wellbeing and stress by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. This workshop describes the different forms of s...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Please join us for an informative workshop on emotional wellbeing and stress by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. This workshop describes the different forms of stress and explains the ways in which stress can impact one's life.

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. 

Max Lee Music

Beginner Keyboard Class for Adults and Teens 16+

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Teen, Adults
Event Details:

Are you a lover of music?  Have you ever been interested in learning how to play the keyboard?  Then, join us for an introductory lesson.  You'll learn some easy cho...

Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you a lover of music?  Have you ever been interested in learning how to play the keyboard?  Then, join us for an introductory lesson.  You'll learn some easy chords and simple songs to get you started.

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. 

promo image

Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 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.

Adult Game Night

Game Night for Adults

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 gam...

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Community Room
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.