Lawyer in the Library
2024-09-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-11-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-10 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
An attorney will be available for 20-minute, one-on-one meetings to assist you with legal coaching,
document review, referrals to additional community services, e-filing court documents, and legal questions.
-No Fees!
-Please Pre-Register at the Main Floor Circulation Desk
-Bring paperwork that relates to your legal matter
*This program is free and open to the public.*
– Maximum of one session per person every 2 months.
– You are not eligible to participate if you are currently represented by an attorney.
– Participants should reside within the First Judicial Circuit of Illinois.
Sponsored in part by Self-Represented Litigant Coordinator Grant through Access to Justice Division, AOIC Brenda Sprague, Coordinator Office of the Chief Judge, First Judicial Circuit.

MCL Book Club
2024-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In September, the MCL Book Club will discuss “Dark Matter” by Blake Crouch.
This event is absolutely free and intended for ages 18 and older. No registration or library card is necessary.
Remember to bring a few book recommendations and your best discussion questions to the meeting!
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Dogs with Jobs: Drax, Search and Rescue
2024-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Chris and Kylee Ramage will be joining us with their Search and Rescue dog, a 2 ½ year old Doberman Pinscher named Drax. We will learn about the life of a Search and Rescue dog, how dogs work this job, and even watch Drax do some of his work.
Chris is a K-9 Handler for the Pulaski County ESDA K9 Search and Rescue Unit and an AWDA Wilderness SAR Program K-9 Evaluator.
This event is absolutely free and intended for ages 18 and older. No registration or library card is necessary.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Adult Craft - Haunted Castle Lanterns
2024-10-10 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In October’s edition of MCL Adult Craft, create a spooky castle silhouette illuminated by lights!
The event is free and open to ages 18 and up. Registration is required to attend and you can sign up by calling the library at 618-993-5935 or visiting the library’s Main Floor desk beginning Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions

Dogs with Jobs: Salukis
2024-10-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
What’s a Saluki! Find out at this special editon of MCL’s “Dogs with Jobs” program! Meet some real-life Salukis and the family who cares for them. We will learn more about the dog breed itself and their history with Southern Illinois.
This event is absolutely free and intended for ages 18 and older. No registration or library card is necessary.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Book Club
2024-10-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In October, the MCL Book Club will discuss “The Music of Bees” by Eileen Garvin.
This event is absolutely free and intended for ages 18 and older. No registration or library card is necessary.
Remember to bring a few book recommendations and your best discussion questions to the meeting!
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Adult Craft - Mini Autumn Arrangements
2024-11-14 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-11-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In November’s edition of MCL Adult Craft, create a miniature autumn arrangement!
The event is free and open to ages 18 and up. Registration is required to attend and you can sign up by calling the library at 618-993-5935 or visiting the library’s Main Floor desk beginning Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions

MCL Book Club
2024-11-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In November, the MCL Book Club will discuss “Night Watch” by Jayne Anne Phillips.
This event is absolutely free and intended for ages 18 and older. No registration or library card is necessary.
Remember to bring a few book recommendations and your best discussion questions to the meeting!
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Adult Takeaway Craft: Botanical Clay Print
2025-01-08 09:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
All materials and instructions will be included to create an air dried clay decoration with a winter botanical impression.
No registration required.
One kit per patron, please. Available while supplies last. This craft is intended for ages 18 and older.
Pick up begins on January 8th at 9 a.m. at the Main Floor Circulation Desk.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Lawyer in the Library
2025-01-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-11 17:00 - 19:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Registration is required for this event. Check availability/sign up at the MCL Main Floor Circulation Desk. This event is intended for ages 18 and older.
An attorney will be available for 20-minute, one-on-one meetings to assist with legal coaching, document review, referrals to additional community services, e-filing court documents, and legal questions.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Book Club
2025-01-25 10:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Join us for MCL Book Club! Meet up with fellow book lovers to discuss a book selected by the group! Be a part of the discussion, help select what we read, and make new friends!
This month, we will be discussing “How to Age Disgracefully” by Clare Pooley at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 25th in the MCL McCoskey Room.
MCL Book Club is intended for ages 18 and older.
We do have a book club for teens called “The Bookworms” that meets separately. Visit marioncarnegielibrary.org/events for more details.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Adult Takeaway Craft: Felt Mug Cozy
2025-02-12 09:00 - 17:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Materials and instructions will be provided for creating a Felt Mug Cozy. Available at the Main Desk beginning February 12th, while supplies last. One (1) craft per patron, please. No registration required.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Book Club
2025-02-22 10:00 - 11:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Join us for MCL Book Club! Meet up with fellow book lovers to discuss a book selected by the group! Be a part of the discussion, help select what we read, and make new friends!
This month, we will be discussing “Murder at the Book Club” by Betsy Reavley at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 22nd in the MCL McCoskey Room.
MCL Book Club is intended for ages 18 and older.
We do have a book club for teens called “The Bookworms” that meets separately. Visit marioncarnegielibrary.org/events for more details.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Adult Takeaway Craft: Shamrock Brooch
2025-03-12 09:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Materials and instructions will be provided to create a Shamrock Brooch. Kits will be available at the Main Circulation Desk beginning at 9 a.m. on March 12th. One (1) per patron, while supplies last. No registration required. This craft is intended for ages 18 and older.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Book Club
2025-03-22 10:00 - 11:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Join us for MCL Book Club! Meet up with fellow book lovers to discuss a book selected by the group! Be a part of the discussion, help select what we read, and make new friends!
This month, we will be discussing “Nettle and Bone” by T. Kingfisher at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 22nd in the MCL McCoskey Room.
MCL Book Club is intended for ages 18 and older.
We do have a book club for teens called “The Bookworms” that meets separately. Visit marioncarnegielibrary.org/events for more details.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Illinois Extension Ruby Throated Hummingbird Program
2025-04-08 10:00 - 11:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Join University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Kim Rohling to learn about the natural history of the ruby-throated hummingbird, tips on supplemental feeding, and native plant species that are attractive to hummingbirds!
*Registration is required for this event!* You can register via QR code (see image attached to this event) or call the library at 618-993-5935.
Where: Marion Carnegie Library McCoskey Room
When: Tuesday, April 8th from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
This event is intended for ages 18 and older.
NOTICE: All participants understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Takeaway Activity Booklet
2025-04-09 09:00 - 17:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Come get a spring-themed activity booklet featuring a variety of coloring pages, word games, healthy brain activities, and more. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and find a peaceful spot to be creative!
Pick up at Main Floor Circulation Desk starting April 9th at 9 a.m. Booklets are available while supplies last. For ages 18 and older.
NOTICE: All participants understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Book Club
2025-04-26 10:00 - 11:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
MCL Book Club is meeting on Saturday, April 26th. We will be discussing “Our Little Secrets“ by Lisa Jackson. MCL Book Club is intended for ages 18 and older, is free to attend, and no library card is required.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Lawyer in the Library
2025-04-29 17:00 - 19:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
An attorney will be available for 20-minute, one-on-one meetings to assist with legal coaching, document review, referrals to additional community services, e-filing court documents, and legal questions.
Registration is required for this event. Check availability/sign up at the MCL Main Floor Circulation Desk. This event is intended for ages 18 and older.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Adult Craft: Spring Wreath
2025-05-08 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-08 17:30 - 18:30 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Come make a spring inspired wreath! Registration is required and begins on April 30th. For ages 18 and older. Sessions at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 8th. Sign up at Main Floor Circulation Desk.
NOTICE: All participants understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Lawyer in the Library
2025-05-13 17:00 - 19:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
An attorney will be available for 20-minute, one-on-one meetings to assist with legal coaching, document review, referrals to additional community services, e-filing court documents, and legal questions.
Registration is required for this event. Check availability/sign up at the MCL Main Floor Circulation Desk. This event is intended for ages 18 and older.
NOTICE: All participants understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

MCL Book Club
2025-05-31 10:00 - 11:00
Join us in the Peterson Room, on Saturday, May 31, to discuss All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. Please note the special date and location for the month of May.
Open to everyone aged 18 and up.
NOTICE: All participants understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
