The Monroe County Library System is seeking authors to participate in its annual Writers on the River event, taking place November 2, 2025.
Enjoy fun, educational activities at special homeschool events at the library—where learning and community come together!
Collections of objects ready to borrow at a branch near you! Our current collection includes a variety of cake pans, pickle ball sets, traffic cones, and more!
Before Kindergarten
Keep track of the number of books you read with your child while bonding and promoting early reading skills!
Meet new people and discover great new books! Check out a book club at a branch near you!
Plant lovers rejoice! Explore an exciting new collection offered at multiple branches of the Monroe County Library System.
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Coming Soon Fiction December 2023
Coming soon fiction set to be released in December 2023, including titles from your favorite authors such as Kelley Armstrong, Robin Cook, and more.
Coming Soon Nonfiction September 2023
Coming soon nonfiction for September 2023, including cookbooks, history books, and more.
Memories of Orchard East
Memories of Orchard EastLibrary Preserves Oral Histories of the Orchard East Neighborhood The Monroe County Library System is pleased to announce an initiative to capture and preserve the vibrant history of the Orchard East neighborhood. With the launch of "Memories...
Coming Soon Fiction November 2023
Coming soon fiction set to be released in November 2023, including titles from your favorite authors such as Mitch Albom, Nora Roberts, and more.
Coming Soon Nonfiction August 2023
Coming soon nonfiction for August 2023, including biographies, cookbooks, and more.
Adult Summer Reading 2023
Adult Summer Reading 2023Why let kids have all the fun? This summer, join us "All Together Now" and participate in Adult Summer Reading at a library branch near you!Participating branches:Bedford Branch Library's Summer Reading for Adults Running June 20 to August 31,...