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COVID-19 Library Closing and FAQ

Apr 2, 2020 | News

All Library Branches closing due to COVID-19 In light of additional news and recommendations regarding social distancing for the COVID-19 virus, the Monroe County Library System will be closed as of today, Sunday, March 15, 2020.   Thank you for your patience,...

Help for Parents and Students during School Closures

Mar 14, 2020 | News

The mission of the Monroe County Library System is to enrich the quality of life for all residents by providing free access to informational, educational, and recreational resources. Educational Resources for Students During the recent school closures brought on by...

Ellis Youth Maker's Mart 2019

Nov 25, 2019 | News

CALL FOR ARTISTS AND CRAFTERS Looking for young artists and crafters (aged 5-18) to sell their handmade creations at the inaugural Ellis Youth Maker’s Mart: Saturday, December 7, 2019 10:00 am – 2:00 pm At the Ellis Library & Reference Center,...

Necessities Drive for Homeless Awareness Week

Nov 1, 2019 | News

The Monroe County Library System is partnering with the Monroe County Homeless Coalition to collect items to help the homeless in our community.   Donate to any branch of the Monroe County Library System during Homeless Awareness Week: November 1 – November...

Call for Authors

Sep 1, 2019 | News

Library Seeks Authors Interested in Annual Book Event The Monroe County Library System has issued a call for authors interested in being part of Writers on the River on Sunday, November 10, 2019.  The annual event gathers a diverse collection of local and...

September is Library Card Sign Up Month 2019

Aug 27, 2019 | News

Bring stories to life with a library card This September, the Monroe County Library System joins with the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide for Library Card Sign-up Month to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a...

Items for Sale

Jun 14, 2019 | News

Used Items for Sale   2006 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY BOX TRUCK6.0 liter condition: as is 320,000 miles   Troy-Bilt Snow Blower8 hp Push start 24” blower Wheel drive  Snow BlowerToro power max 828 LXE   Harloff Carpet Cleaner  Bids will be accepted...

National Poetry Month Contest Winners 2019

May 6, 2019 | News

Poetry Contest Winners The Monroe County Library System is pleased to present the 2019 National Poetry Month Poetry Contest award winners!  Congratulations to the award winning poets and thank you to everyone who participated.  We look forward to seeing you...

New “Friends of Monroe County Library System” Board Established

Apr 12, 2019 | News

New “Friends of Monroe County Library System” Board Established This grassroots, volunteer-driven organization to focus on enriching library services for the county-wide community.   Monroe County, MICHIGAN (April 11, 2019) — The Friends of Monroe County Library...