MCL Saturday Crafternoon
2023-10-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-21 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Gather your knitting needles, scrapbooking supplies, or any other craft supplies you need and enjoy Saturday Crafternoon at MCL! Bring friends and family and spend time together in the comfort of MCL’s historic McCoskey Room.
This event is free and open to everyone age 12 and up.
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
2023-10-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
In October, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “All the Sinners Bleed” by S.A. Cosby.
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.

Continuing Careers - One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
2023-11-01 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Lawyer in the Library
2023-11-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-16 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
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 - Mini Pumpkin Patch
2023-11-09 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-09 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago)
In November, we’ll be making an adorable Mini Pumpkin Patch during MCL Adult Craft sessions in the library’s historic McCoskey Room.
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 1, 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

Shawnee Health Chat at MCL - Servicios disponibles en español
2023-11-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
With services available en español, you can meet one-on-one with a representative of Shawnee Health at Marion Carnegie Library! 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.
Póngase en contacto con Gloria si tiene preguntas sobre los servicios en español – 618-694-9059.
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 Book Club
2023-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
In this special combined-winter meeting, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “Gingerbread” by Helen Oyeyemi.
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 To Go - Winter Garden Fairy Wands
2023-12-06 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
While supplies last, visit MCL’s Main Desk and pick up a Garden Fairy Wand kit! We’ll provide everything you need, including winter holiday-themed materials and instructions!
No registration is required, but the kits are available while supplies last so don’t wait! One kit per patron, please.
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 Craft To Go - Sock Gnomes for Ages 12 and up
2024-01-10 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Starting Wednesday, January 10 EVERYONE aged 12 and up is invited to pick up a fun Sock Gnome craft-to-go kit from MCL’s Main Desk or Young Adult Department desk (on the library’s top floor)!
The kit will contain instructions and all the materials needed to make this adorable winter pal.
No registration is required, but the kits are available while supplies last so don’t wait! One kit per patron, please.
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
2024-01-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
In January 2024, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt.
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 Craft To Go - Jar of Hearts Bookmark for Ages 12 and up
2024-02-14 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Starting Wednesday, February 14 – EVERYONE aged 12 and up is invited to pick up a cool custom Jar of Hearts bookmark craft-to-go kit from MCL’s Main Desk or Young Adult Department desk (on the library’s top floor)!
The kit will contain instructions and all the materials needed to make this fun bookmark featuring classic Valentine hearts.
No registration is required, but the kits are available while supplies last so don’t wait! One kit per patron, please.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions

Book Speed Dating at Marion Carnegie Library
2024-02-14 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Find your perfect match at MCL!
Stop by Carnegie Commons any time during the day to meet some new books! A library card is required only to take items home with you.
This is a come-and-go event and no registration 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
2024-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
In February 2024, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett.
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.

Become a Foster Parent – Information Session with LSSI
2024-03-06 16:00 - 18:00, 2024-04-03 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
Meet one-on-one with a representative from Lutheran Social Services of Illinois and learn about becoming a licensed foster home.
Registration is encouraged. 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.

MCL Craft To Go - Button Brooch
2024-03-13 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Starting Wednesday, March 13 visit the MCL Main Floor to pick up materials and instructions for creating a beautiful Button and Faux Pearl Brooch.
Kits are available while supplies last, so don’t wait! One kit per patron, please. No registration 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
2024-03-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
In March 2024, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “Apples Never Fall” by Liane Moriarty.
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.

Momsday Moments - PREP TALK with Keri Henson
2024-04-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Join this presentation live on Zoom at 6 pm on Tuesday, April 9!
Topic: Momsday Moments – PREP Talk with Keri Henson
Time: Apr 9, 2024 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Hear from Keri Henson – AKA The Momsday Prepper – during this insightful 20-minute PREP talk with a Q&A afterward.
Moms, grandmothers, aunties, nannies, and especially teachers are invited to this reminder that you‘re part of a community of women, and you‘re never alone in times of need.
Note: Discretion is advised, as this discussion could be triggering to women going through a tough time or experiencing the loss of a child.
This event will be presented Live-via-Zoom in MCL’s historic McCoskey Room. It’s 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 Craft To Go - Hummingbird Perch
2024-04-10 09:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Starting Wednesday, April 10 – visit the MCL Main Floor to pick up materials and instructions for creating a fun Hummingbird Perch to kick off Spring!
Kits are available to _everyone_ aged 18 and up, while supplies last, so don’t wait! One kit per patron, please. No registration 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
2024-04-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
In April 2024, the MCL Book Club will discuss “Look Closer” by David Ellis.
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.
