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Orange, yellow, and blue rectangle reminiscent of game show ad. Text "Family Game Night, March 2"

Family Game Night +Dinner

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Monrovia Branch

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Play a game (TBA) and have dinner with us. Bring the family, invite a friend or meet someone new!

toy sleepover

Toy Sleepover

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Room at Waverly Branch

Program Type:

Storytime, Other

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers, Children
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Children
Program Type: Storytime, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:
Bring your stuffed animal, doll, action figure, or other special toy to the library for a fun-filled afternoon of stories and a creative craft. When the program ends, your toy will stay behind for a magical library sleepover adventure!
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Spice Club: Cumin

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library (Martinsville)

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for March's spice club where we celebrate cumin! Bring your favorite cumin dish and we'll eat and chat together. Registration is encouraged.
Floral background with photos of pipe cleaner flowers and a watercolor floral painting. Text reads: Family Craft: Floral Fun Saturday, March 7 at 2pm. Registration required.

Family Craft: Floral Fun

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library (Martinsville)

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Family
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's time for Family Crafts!  Get ready for spring by making gorgeous pipe cleaner flowers and a watercolor painting using flowers.  You can create one or both crafts!  At this program, we will be:

Lavender Sock Bunnies

Lavender Sock Bunnies

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Waverly Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children, Tweens
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on creative workshop where participants will design and craft their own lavender-filled sock bunnies. With guided instruction and room for personal style, kids and tweens can create a unique, lightly scented keepsake.

book page roses

Book Page Roses

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Waverly Branch

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Give old books new life! We’ll transform pages from weeded library books into beautiful, handcrafted roses. Learn how to fold and shape the pages into unique floral creations. All supplies provided.

Information about the program on a knit background. A sample dishcloth is portrayed as well.

Learn to Knit a Dishcloth

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library (Martinsville)

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come to the library and learn to knit with us! This beginner-friendly program features a dishcloth as the project. All materials will be provided; however, participants may bring their own yarn and needles if they'd prefer. Registration is required.
Flyer with border made of various craft supplies in a rainbow of colors. Text reads "Craft Closet Creations Saturday 3/14 at 2pm"

Craft Closet Creations

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library (Martinsville)

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We're cleaning out our craft closet!  We've got a collection of various crafts that we'd love for you to stop by and enjoy.  We'll have all of the materials out from 2pm to 4pm for you to stop by and create a craft (or two, or three!).

Flyer for a 12 week artist workshop open to adults ages 55 and older.

Weaving Memory: Artist Bookmaking and Collective Voices

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Main Library (Martinsville)

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
Weave your memories into a work of art in this 12 class workshop series!
Information about the book sale on a background of bookshelves

Book Sale

03/20/2026 @ 10:00am to 03/21/2026 @ 4:00pm
Large Meeting Space at Main Library (Martinsville)

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Large Meeting Space
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:
Interested in purchasing some books at low prices? Visit the Large Meeting Room at the Martinsville Library from 10 to 4 on March 20th and 21st. Bring along some cash and spend some time finding treasures to take home with you.
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The Art of Junk Journaling

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Workshop, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

We’ll talk about why you might want to start a junk journal, how to get started, share examples and start working on our own. Some journals and supplies available.

Little Explorers Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Waverly Branch
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Little Explorers Storytime is a fun, interactive program for ages 2–5 where stories spark creativity and hands-on discovery.

Popcorn & Painting for Kids

2:00pm–4:00pm
Children
Main Library (Martinsville)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick off Spring Break with an afternoon of painting!  We'll be painting an adorable little cactus.  This is a great first painting for any kid who hasn't joined us for a painting program before.  Dress for a mess!

Popcorn & Painting for Tweens & Teens

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Main Library (Martinsville)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint with us over Spring Break!  Teens and tweens will be painting an ice cream cone on a rainbow background.  Dress for a mess!

After-School Antics

3:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Monrovia Branch
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Workshop, Other
Event Details:

After-School Antics, aka Teen Tuesdays, aka Boredom Busters...whatever you wanna call it we've got something for our after-school crowd.  This program is geared at ages 11+ and varies from week to week.

Watercolor Flowers

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create beautiful watercolor flowers, perfect for a spring bookmark.  Open to everyone.  Ages 6 and under will need an adult helper.  Registration is appreciated but not required. 

Little Explorers Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Waverly Branch
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Little Explorers Storytime is a fun, interactive program for ages 2–5 where stories spark creativity and hands-on discovery.

Family Popcorn & Painting

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family
Waverly Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Enjoy a creative family afternoon painting adorable bunnies while snacking on popcorn!

Make a Scrap Fabric Bookmark

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Main Library (Martinsville)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Large Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Create a fabric bookmark using scrap fabric, cardboard, needle, yarn and beads. Cutting fabric required. please bring your own scissors. Not all of our scissors are suitable for cutting fabric. Registration is required.

Weaving Memory: Artist Bookmaking and Collective Voices

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library (Martinsville)
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:
Weave your memories into a work of art in this 12 class workshop series!

Sew What?! Fiber Group

6:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Waverly Branch
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your current fiber project and join us for the monthly meeting of Sew What!

Chalk & Chocolate

2:30pm–4:30pm
Everyone
Monrovia Branch
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Outdoor Program Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Chalk up our sidewalks and enjoy a chocolatey treat!  Weather permitting.

Canvas and Coneys

6:00pm–9:00pm
Teens, Adults
Waverly Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Unwind at our After Hours Painting program for teens and adults, where you’ll create a festive Easter bunny painting while enjoying delicious coney dogs!

Little Explorers Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Waverly Branch
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Little Explorers Storytime is a fun, interactive program for ages 2–5 where stories spark creativity and hands-on discovery.

Watercolor Flowers

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create beautiful watercolor flowers, perfect for a spring bookmark.  Open to everyone.  Ages 6 and under will need an adult helper.  Registration is appreciated but not required. 

Throwback Craft: Plastic Canvas

6:00pm–7:00pm
Everyone
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Remember those plastic canvases your granny was always crafting with?  We're bringing it back!  Come try it!  Registration is appreciated but not required.

Little Explorers Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Waverly Branch
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Little Explorers Storytime is a fun, interactive program for ages 2–5 where stories spark creativity and hands-on discovery.

Tween Wednesdays

4:00pm–5:00pm
Main Library (Martinsville)
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Other
Event Details:

Join us for crafts, games, snacks, and much more.  This program is for kids ages 9-12. 

Weaving Memory: Artist Bookmaking and Collective Voices

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Main Library (Martinsville)
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:
Weave your memories into a work of art in this 12 class workshop series!

Paint & Popcorn: Kids 6-12

10:00am–11:30am
Children, Tweens
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll lead you through a simple painting and enjoy a bit of popcorn!  Painting to be revealed soon!!!  Registration is required.

Paint & Popcorn: Adults & Teens

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens, Adults
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll lead you through a simple painting and enjoy a bit of popcorn!  Painting to be revealed soon!!!  Registration is required.

Afternoon Adventures

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children
Main Library (Martinsville)
Library Branch: Main Library (Martinsville)
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

It's a Storytime for the school age crowd!  Join us for an afternoon story and a craft or STEAM project.  For kids in grades K-3.  Children under age 7 will need an adult helper. 

Paint & Popcorn

3:00pm–4:30pm
Everyone
Monrovia Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monrovia Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We'll lead you through a simple painting and enjoy a bit of popcorn!  Ages 6 and under will need an adult helper.  Painting to be revealed soon!!!  Registration is required.

Little Explorers Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Babies & Toddlers
Waverly Branch
Library Branch: Waverly Branch
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Little Explorers Storytime is a fun, interactive program for ages 2–5 where stories spark creativity and hands-on discovery.