Continuing Careers - One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
2023-01-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-02-01 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-03-01 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet with a specialist from Man-Tra-Con or the American Job Center to get personal career guidance and coaching!
Registration is required. Register at the MCL Main Floor Desk for your session.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Lawyer in the Library
2023-01-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago), 2023-02-28 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago), 2023-03-07 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago), 2023-04-04 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York), 2023-05-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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 Adult Craft - Button Bouquet Salt Shaker
2023-01-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-12 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Make a beautiful bouquet of buttons inside a salt shaker. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need! Bring some friends and have some fun!
This 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 January 5, 2023.
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
2023-01-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In January 2023, the MCL Book Club will discuss “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo” by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
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 - Pizza Pan Wall Hanging
2023-02-09 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Create a gorgeous year-round wall hanging using a pizza pan as its base. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need! Bring some friends and have some fun!
Please note: this month’s MCL Adult Craft happens only once – at 3 pm.
This 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 February 2, 2023.
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
2023-02-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In February, the MCL Book Club will discuss “The Ten Thousand Doors of January” by Alix E. Harrow.
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 - Pressed Flower Lantern
2023-03-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-03-16 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Make a beautiful Pressed Flower Lantern using glass votive candle holders and dried pressed flowers. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need! Bring some friends and have some fun!
This 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 March 9, 2023.
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
2023-03-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In March, the MCL Book Club will discuss “The Love of My Life” by Rosie Walsh.
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 Presents: Emma (2020) Film Viewing and Afternoon Tea
2023-03-29 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
On March 29th, 1815, Jane Austen completed the manuscript for Emma. On March 29th, 2023, let’s celebrate the achievement by viewing the 2020 film version of Emma and sharing afternoon tea together.
This event is free and open to ages 18 and up. No library card is required.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Continuing Careers - One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
2023-04-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-05-03 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet with a specialist from Man-Tra-Con or the American Job Center to get personal career guidance and coaching!
Registration is required. Register at the MCL Main Floor Desk or call 618-993-5935 for your session.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Shawnee Health Chat at MCL
2023-04-06 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-04 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet one-on-one with a representative of Shawnee Health. Get answers to your medical system questions on Medicaid, Medicare, the Marketplace, and more!
Appointments are recommended. Walk-in appointments are available on a limited basis, but you can lock in your appointment when you visit the library’s Main Desk or call 618-993-5935.
This program is free and open to the public. No library card is required.
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 Adult Craft - Springtime Wood Slice Ornament
2023-04-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-04-13 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Decoupage a springtime hanging ornament from wood slices and flower-themed napkins. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need! Bring some friends and have some fun!
This 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 April 6, 2023.
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
2023-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In April, the MCL Book Club will discuss “Dial A For Aunties” by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
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.

Restoring Your Lawn to Native Plants
2023-05-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Learn about the importance of native plants, as well as how native plants and permaculture are the future of gardening from Daniel P. Mattingly, of Mighty Rivers Nursery in Carbondale.
This event is free and open to ages 18 and up. No registration or library card is required to attend.
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 Adult Craft - "Bee Kind" Small House Decor
2023-05-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-05-11 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Create a freestanding decor craft featuring bees and flowers. We’ll supply all the materials you’ll need! Bring some friends and have some fun!
This 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 May 4, 2023.
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 Adult Department Summer Reading Kickoff Event - Bubbles & Books at Lavish Bath Box
2023-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Lavish Bath Box – Marion Square, 605 Tower Square Plz, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet at Lavish Bath Box and create your own Bath Tea Blend. Small treats and lemonade will be served. Attendees will also be able to sign up for the MCL Adult Summer Reading Challenge during the event.
Registration is required and available at Lavish Bath Box or online at lavishbathbox.com/products/bubbles-books anytime!
This event is totally free and open to ages 18 and up. No library card is required.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Create & Caffeinate at MCL
2023-05-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Bring your handiwork and join others for coffee or tea, creating, and chatting. While you’re here, sign up for Summer Reading Challenges!
We want to see you! If you would like to participate but have no handiwork of your own, come to MCL and enjoy coloring, word puzzles, or books that you can pick up at the library!
This event is free and open to ages 18 and up. No registration or library card is required.
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
2023-05-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In May, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by TJ Klune.
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.
