New Calendar Coming Soon

New Calendar Coming Soon

Coming Soon  A New Online Event Calendar! One of the Library’s key values is to provide engaging events and programs that enrich our communities. Patrons rely on the Library’s online event calendar as a go-to method to find upcoming activities and register...
Box Truck for Sale

Box Truck for Sale

Box Truck for Sale  As seen in the Monroe News on Sunday, November 19, 2023: FOR SALE : 2002 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY BOX TRUCK 6.0-liter condition: as is 260,000 miles Bids will be accepted until Monday, December 11, 2023. Mail or hand deliver bids to: Nancy Bellaire,...
Turkey in Disguise Children’s Coloring Contest 2023

Turkey in Disguise Children’s Coloring Contest 2023

Turkey in Disguise Turkey in Disguise Children’s Coloring Contest The Friends of the South Rockwood Branch Library are sponsoring a Children’s Coloring Contest for children 2-13 years of age.   Mr. Turkey is trying to avoid being Thanksgiving dinner.  He needs...
Plant Libraries

Plant Libraries

Introducing Plant Libraries Plant Libraries and Propagation Stations Plant lovers are invited to explore an exciting new collection offered at multiple branches of the Monroe County Library System – plant libraries, seed libraries, and propagation stations!...
Writers on the River – Call for Authors

Writers on the River – Call for Authors

Writers on the River 2023 – Call for Authors The Monroe County Library System is seeking authors to participate in its annual Writers on the River event. On the second Sunday of November, the Ellis Library & Reference Center hosts Writers on the River, a...
Memories of Orchard East

Memories of Orchard East

Memories of Orchard East Library 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...
Adult Summer Reading 2023

Adult Summer Reading 2023

Adult Summer Reading 2023 Why 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...
Teen Summer Reading 2023

Teen Summer Reading 2023

Teen Summer Reading 2023 Teen! You’re invited to work All Together Now at your library and participate in a Teen Summer Reading program. Running June 20, 2023 – August 31, 2023! How it Works: Grab an entry slip Read three books or six graphic novels to...
National Poetry Month Contest Winners 2023

National Poetry Month Contest 2023

National Poetry Month Contest 2023 The Monroe County Library System is celebrating National Poetry month with a poetry contest! Submit an original poem by turning it in at your local branch, or via email to jennifer.saul@monroe.lib.mi.us. Please make sure you have...