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Library Board Meeting
2025-10-20 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959

Enchanted Millinery
2025-10-30 16:30 - 19:30 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Stop by Carnegie Commons during the Enchanted Square event and create a witchy fascinator. Hats and embellishments will be provided. This will be a come-and-go craft — patrons can stop by anytime between 4:30pm and 7:30pm while participating in the full Enchanted Square event happening on the square. The Enchanted Millinery craft is strictly for ages 18 and older.
Ages: 18+

Friends of Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale
2025-11-21 09:00 - 2025-11-22 17:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
The Friends of Marion Carnegie Library will host a book sale on Friday, November 21st and Saturday, November 22nd from 9am to 4pm in the McCoskey Room.

Stop by that Saturday from 2pm to 4pm to fill a bag for $5!

Food for Fines
2025-12-01 - 2026-01-31 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Support the Marion community while taking care of some MCL late fees when you participate in our annual Food for Fines program!
Visit the MCL Main Desk and donate items listed in the “What can I donate?” section of our Food for Fines page. All donations will help local non-profit Gum Drop Kids provide child-friendly food to help enhance the quality of life for at-risk children.
You’ll receive $1 in MCL account credit for each donated item. Only valid to waive overdue fines.

Season's Readings
2025-12-02 17:00 - 19:00 | 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, United States, Illinois 62959
Visit the Library to get in the festive spirit! Fun activities on every floor!
Children’s Department

Ice Fishing
Snowball Fight
Snowman Bowling
Snowflake Stamp Craft

Main Floor

Beeswax Candle Craft
Hot Cocoa in Carnegie Commons

YA Department

Giant Jenga
Waterless Snow Globe Craft
Popcorn

PNG Lab

Custom Wooden Ornaments

MCL's 110th Birthday Celebration
2026-03-02 17:00 - 19:00
You’re a part of our story!

We’re celebrating our 110th birthday on Monday, March 2nd from 5pm to 7pm. Join us and journey through more than a century of reading and information!

Step into history by passing through the original library entrance on Market Street. Enjoy refreshments, activities, and historical displays throughout the building. Sign our card, strike a pose in our photobooth, and take home a vintage-styled postcard and bookmark!

Marion Carnegie Library opened its doors to the public on February 29th, 1916, and has gone through several renovations over the years. Throughout it all, the library has been dedicated to offering resources and programs, as well as fostering connections within the community.

Friends of Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale
2026-03-20 09:00 - 2026-03-21 16:00
The Friends of Marion Carnegie Library will host a book sale on Friday, March 20th and Saturday, March 21st from 9am to 4pm in the McCoskey Room.

Stop by that Saturday from 2pm to 4pm to fill a bag for $5!
