Name: Literacy Speak Easy
Start: 2025-05-05T18:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-05-05T19:30:00-07:00
Location: Monrovia Public Library

Literacy Speak Easy

Monday, May 5, 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, please c...

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:

Man reading to group of children and caregivers during storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 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.

Monrovia Reads Van at Monrovia HS

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:15pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

Teen

MR Van:

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

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Barks and Books

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Story Room at Monrovia Public Library

Program Type:

Children's Literacy

Age Group:

6-11

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 ...

Required

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Children's Literacy

Required

Seats Remaining: 6

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.

Storytime

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Story Room at Monrovia Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

0-5

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.Storyt...

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.

Monrovia Reads Van at Santa Fe MS

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:00pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

Teen

MR Van:

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

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: Teen

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, May 7, 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: popula...

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.

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Monroe 1:30-3:00.

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Monroe 1:30-3:00.

Monrovia Reads Van at Mayflower Elementary

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Mayflower 1:50-3:30

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Mayflower 1:50-3:30

Storytime with the Park Naturalists

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

Off Site

Program Type:

Special Events, Storytimes

Age Group:

0-5

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. Together we will share stories, music...

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.

Recipe for Reading Family Literacy Fun

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Story Room at Monrovia Public Library

Program Type:

Literacy

Age Group:

0-5

Event Details:

Playing with food can be a sensory-integrative way to help parents and their young children learn about healthy food choices. Enjoy storytime, a cooking activity, and free books fo...

Required

Library Branch: Monrovia Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: 0-5

Program Type: Literacy

Required

Seats Remaining: 27

Event Details:

Playing with food can be a sensory-integrative way to help parents and their young children learn about healthy food choices. Enjoy storytime, a cooking activity, and free books for the home library.

Monrovia Reads Van at Bradoaks Elementary

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40.

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40.

Promotional Image for the Pop-Up Makerspace event for children ages 5-12 years, occurring March 10, April 14, and May 12 from 3:30-4:30pm.

Pop-Up Makerspace for Kids

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Story Room at Monrovia Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

6-11

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-i...

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.

Literacy Book Club

Monday, May 12, 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, and spe...

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.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 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.

Monrovia Reads Van at Wild Rose

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:25 and 3:00.

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:25 and 3:00.

Dungeons & Dragons event for ages 16 and up, every 2nd Tuesday from March to May, 5:30 PM-7:30 PM. Register online. Sponsored by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, May 13, 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: 9

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.

Storytime

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Story Room at Monrovia Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

0-5

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.Storyt...

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.

Monrovia Reads Van at Plymouth

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:45pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Culture & Conversation

Wednesday, May 14, 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: popula...

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.

Monrovia Reads Van at Monroe Elementary

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Monroe 1:30-3:00.

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Monroe 1:30-3:00.

Monrovia Reads Van at Mayflower Elementary

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Mayflower 1:50-3:30

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Mayflower 1:50-3:30

Monrovia Reads Van at Bradoaks Elementary

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Monrovia Reads Van

Program Type:

Bookmobile

Age Group:

6-11

MR Van:

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

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40.

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Monrovia Reads Van

Age Group: 6-11

Program Type: Bookmobile

MR Van

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

Event Details:

Dismissals at 2:05 and 2:40.

Literacy Speak Easy

Monday, May 19, 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, please c...

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:

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Baby Storytime

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Accessibility

Accompanying Adults

MR Van

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MR Van

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Accessibility

Accompanying Adults

MR Van

Baby Storytime

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Accessibility

Accompanying Adults

MR Van

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Photography

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MR Van

MR Van

MR Van

MR Van