Marion Carnegie Library | 618-993-5935

Playroom Playdate
2024-06-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-13 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-20 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet new friends in MCL’s Mariella Aikman Playroom in the library’s Children’s Department! Bring the kiddos and enjoy puppets, toys, games, and – of course – books!
Visit Playroom Playdate on Tuesday mornings AND Thursday evenings!
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.

Texas Roadhouse Party!!
2024-06-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Texas Roadhouse, 2800 W DeYoung Street, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Make your own rolls, go on a scavenger hunt, tour the kitchen, and create your own chalk drawing at Texas Roadhouse!
This event is completely free – no library card is required! Space is limited, so arrive early!
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

PNG at MCL Open Tech Lab Hours
2024-06-11 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-12 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-13 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-17 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-20 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Try out any technology you want at Marion Carnegie Library! Visit during Open Tech Lab Hours to complete projects or learn new skills.
Open Tech Lab hours are free to attend for everyone aged 10 to 18! No library card is necessary.
Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions. Guardian supervision is not required during PNG at MCL events.

Annuals and Alpacas
2024-06-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Mandala Gardens, 1704 N State St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
MCL, Mandala Gardens, Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch, and Marion Garden Club are teaming up for this special Marion Reads! 2024 Kickoff Event, and you’re invited!
Bring the kiddos for a special alpaca-themed edition of MCL Story Hour, complete with an alpaca paper bag puppet craft! Meet, pet, and take photos with real alpacas from Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch! Then plant a flower with help from Marion Garden Club!
Be sure to sign up for Summer Reading challenges while you’re there!
This event is free and open to everyone. 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 Story Hour - Goofy Golf
2024-06-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Goofy Golf, 1403 N Garfield St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet up at Goofy Golf, located in Ray Fosse Park, for stories, songs, Goofy Snow, and mini-golf!
This event is free and intended for younger children.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.

PNG at MCL STEAM Club: JavaScript Countdown Timer Project
2024-06-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
PNG at MCL’s STEAM Club is counting down to the official start of summer, and learning some JavaScript in the process!
This event is free and open to ages 10 – 18. No library card is required.
Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Sheltered Reality Drumming Program
2024-06-13 13:00 - 14:00 | The HUB Recreation Center, 917 W. Main Street, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Learn some drumming techniques and become inspired to bring a positive change to our community!
This event is completely free – no library card is required! Space is limited, so arrive early!
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 - Moss and Stone Zen Art
2024-06-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-06-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In June, MCL Adult Craft is in-person! We will create a circular piece of artwork using moss and stone.
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, June 5, 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

PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions - Fabrication
2024-06-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
“Fabrication” is a fancy way of saying “making stuff” and that’s what June’s PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions are all about. Master the basics of measuring and cutting, explore fabrication equipment like sewing machines, a laser engraver, and 3D printers, and become a DIY wizard!
Saturday Sessions are totally free and open to everyone aged 10 – 18. No library card is required!
Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
Guardian supervision is not required during PNG at MCL events.

MCL Tween Movie
2024-06-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join us in the Tween Zone of the Children’s Department each week to watch a featured film!
This event is free and intended for ages 8 to 12. 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.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.

MCL Builder's Club
2024-06-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join us at Marion Carnegie Library’s Builder’s Club and create whatever you can imagine. Don’t forget to bring your friends!
For ages birth to 12.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.

Dog Man Party!!
2024-06-18 14:00 - 16:00 | The HUB Recreation Center, 917 W. Main Street, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet up at The Hub with Marion Carnegie Library and Moriah Payne of This Able Veteran, then tour the many “Dog Man” activities set up in the gym!
This event is completely free – no library card is required! Space is limited, so arrive early!
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
2024-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 | 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.

"Black Settlements in Southern Illinois" Presentation with Kimberly France
2024-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join local author Kimberly France as she discusses research on her recently published book “Black Settlements in Southern Illinois”. Her presentation will focus on Williamson County.
Kimberly France was born and raised in Carbondale, Illinois. She began researching her family lineage in earnest in 2020 upon learning of a relative’s terminal illness. After 3 years of research and revelation, she penned the book “Black Settlements in Southern Illinois” in an effort to document critical pieces of Illinois history that aren’t well known. Ms. France is an alumnus of Howard University and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
This event is free to attend. No registration is required, but space is limited.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Marion Carnegie Library is Closed in Observance of Juneteenth
2024-06-19
MCL will reopen at 9 am on Thursday, June 20.

🚲 MCL Book Bike at Tower Square
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Tower Square, Tower Square Plaza, Marion, IL, 62959, United States
Find the MCL Book Bike on Tower Square from 6 pm to 7:30 pm during this month’s Third Thursday celebration!

MCL Story Hour - "Frozen"
2024-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet Elsa and Olaf and hear some fun Frozen stories, then get your free Tropical Sno Snow Cone at this special Third Thursday edition of MCL Story Hour!
Story readings will happen at 6 pm and 7 pm.
This event is free and intended for younger children.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.

MCL Book Club
2024-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In June 2024, the MCL Book Club will discuss “The Stranger Inside” by local author Laura Benedict.
Bonus: This book will also satisfy one of the reading prompts for the 2024 Adult Summer Reading Program.
This event is absolutely free and intended for ages 18 and older. No registration or library card is necessary.
Remember to bring 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.
