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Summer Reading Kickoff Party!

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Library-Wide at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Special Events
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us as we kick off Summer Reading! We will have arts and crafts, lawn games, video games, inflatables, a bubble dance party, a giant maze & more! 


Saturday, June 6th from 12pm-3pm ALL AGES!

 

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Library-Wide
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Special Events
Event Details:

Join us as we kick off Summer Reading! We will have arts and crafts, lawn games, video games, inflatables, a bubble dance party, a giant maze & more! 


Saturday, June 6th from 12pm-3pm ALL AGES!

 

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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Literacy Book Club

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Program at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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 9, 2026 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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Literacy Word Workshop

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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 

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 

Yarn and Fabric Hangout

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adults

Join us for the yarn and fabric hangout! Bring your embroidery, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, mending, or portable craft of any kind to socialize while you work on your project!

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Teen, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for the yarn and fabric hangout! Bring your embroidery, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, mending, or portable craft of any kind to socialize while you work on your project!

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 News & Views

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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. 

Veterans Ceramics Workshop

Ceramics Workshop for Veterans

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Veterans, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Veterans, service members, and families — you're invited to a free ceramics class hosted by Makers and Clay!

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Veterans, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Veterans, service members, and families — you're invited to a free ceramics class hosted by Makers and Clay!

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. 

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 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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Literacy Word Workshop

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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 

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 

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Literacy News & Views

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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. 

Teen Game Hangout. 3rd Fridays, 3 to 4:30 pm

Teen Game Hangout

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Teen

Come hangout, eat snacks, and play some games! There will be Nintendo Switch games like Mario Kart & Smash Ultimate, Beyblades, and plenty of board games too. No registration needed, drop-in anytime! Grades 7-12.

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

Come hangout, eat snacks, and play some games! There will be Nintendo Switch games like Mario Kart & Smash Ultimate, Beyblades, and plenty of board games too. No registration needed, drop-in anytime! Grades 7-12.

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, June 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Program at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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 23, 2026 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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Literacy Word Workshop

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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 

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 

Veterans Monthly Meetup flyer 2025

Monthly Veterans Meetup

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Veterans
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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. 

2026

Novel T's Book Club

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

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

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

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. 

teen makerspace

Pop-up Makerspace for Teens

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teen

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.

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. 

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Literacy News & Views

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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. 

Video Game Free Play

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
6-11

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.

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.

Amped Up: Trivia & Karaoke

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Story Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Special Events
Age Group:
Adults

Do you like music?  Do you like to sing?  Do you want to sing your praises over how much music trivia you know?  If so, please join us for our Amped Up: Trivia & Karaoke.  We'll break out the snacks and start with

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

Do you like music?  Do you like to sing?  Do you want to sing your praises over how much music trivia you know?  If so, please join us for our Amped Up: Trivia & Karaoke.  We'll break out the snacks and start with

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. 

Teen Advisory Board members

Teen Advisory Board Orientation

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Teen Area at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Teen

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

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.

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 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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Literacy Word Workshop

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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 

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 

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Literacy News & Views

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Heritage Room at Monrovia Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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.