Do you need some help with your laptop, your phone, your Ereader. Every Wednesday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, the reference department will provide walk in tech help. Our team we will do our best to help with your problem and point you in the right direction as needed. It is a first come first serve basis and this service will only be available from 4-5.Though you do not need to sign up, you may want to call before coming in

Topics we'll cover:

• How AI is changing the financial services industry and what it means for consumers

• The benefits and risks of using AI-driven financial tools and investment platforms

• Ways Advisors are using AI for their practice

• How investors can use AI responsibly while avoiding common pitfalls and misinformation

• The future of financial planning and how to combine technology with human expertise

Tired of the usual dating scene?

Skip the endless swiping and awkward first messages—come meet people face-to-face in a fun, relaxed setting!

Join us for a casual, no-pressure Speed Dating Social designed to help you make genuine connections. You'll rotate through a series of short conversations with others in your age group, using simple, fun conversation starters to keep things easy and enjoyable.

Choose the group that's right for you:

• Ages 25–30
• Ages 35–50
• Ages 50+

Whether you're looking for romance, companionship, or simply a great evening meeting new people, this is a welcoming, low-stress way to connect.

Come with an open mind, bring your smile, and see where the conversation takes you!

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Babies, toddlers, preschoolers along with their caregivers are welcomed to join Miss Dorey to learn early sign language while having fun with your child.  

Teaching sign language to very young children is an important early literacy skill. It has proven to foster language and communication, boost brain development and support bonding with your baby. Please register.  This program will be in the program room in the children's area.  

Clean out your closets and give gently used coats and boots a new life at our community Coats & Boots Swap & Shop!

📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Monroe Free Library

Bring clean, gently used coats and boots that you no longer need and swap them for something new-to-you! It’s a fun, practical way to:
✨ Stay warm
💰 Save money
🌎 Support sustainability by keeping quality clothing out of the landfill
🏠 Give your gently used items a new home

Want to participate? You may bring up to 5 coats and 5 pairs of boots to swap and shop.

Swap participant requirements:
• Bring no more than 5 coats and 5 pairs of boots
• Arrive 30 minutes before the event to set up your items
• Stay for the entire 1-hour event
• Take home any items that were not swapped

📌 Registration is required:
Sign up for the Coats & Boots Swap & Shop (https://rcls.libwizard.com/f/coatsandbootsswap)

Clean out. Swap. Stay warm. Give your gently used items a new home! 🧥💚

Have you always wanted to learn to knit and read a knitting pattern.  Join us with one of our knitting patrons to learn some basics and gain understanding of reading a knitting pattern.

Walking toddlers ages 12 months to preschoolers under 4 can join Miss Sue's circle of friends for stories, songs, and general silliness. Caregiver participation is critical for success in this lively celebration of early literacy skills.  Registration is required-- space is limited.  This program is in the children's area program room.  

A special time for our youngest library members and their caregivers.  Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, music and fun. This program is best suited for babies not yet walking.  We meet in the program room nearest the children's area.  Please register as space is limited.

 Pre-K through 1st grade

Let's read together "Leaf Jumpers" by Carole Gerber and then create your own unique message or design on scratch art leaves! Join us right here at the library! Kindly register at monroefreelibrary.org

(Registration begins for all Children's programs on the 25th of the preceding month)

Stop in and make a fun, (sometimes) simple craft!