Marion Carnegie Library | 618-993-5935

MCL Story Hour - Bear
2023-07-05 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join your friends in reading great Bear stories, singing, dancing and making a Bear hat!
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 is Closed in Observance of Independence Day
2023-07-04

MCL Builder's Club
2023-07-03 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 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 Tween Movie
2023-07-01 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 Children's Department End-of-Summer-Reading Foam Party presented by Legence Bank
2023-06-30 14:30 - 16:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Bring a towel and come play in the foam on our back parking lot! We’ll have Bubbles and Popsicles and Sidewalk Chalk too!
Return your Summer Reading Log at the party and pick up a prize bag, while supplies last.
This event is free and open to everyone aged 0 – 12, Register for your time slot in the MCL Children’s Department beginning Friday, June 16!
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.

Illinois Junior Chefs
2023-06-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Thank you, Chef! The University of Illinois Extension’s SNAP-Education program is teaming up with Marion Carnegie Library to offer Illinois Junior Chefs – a 5-night cooking education program for ages 8 – 13. It’s totally free and open to everyone aged 8 – 13!
Practice some important kitchen skills, like measuring ingredients, using a knife, and cracking an egg. Learn some new recipes. Try something new!
This program requires registration. Visit the MCL Children’s Department or call the library at 618-993-5935 starting May 30 to secure your slot.
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 Open Lab Hours
2023-06-29 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
June’s PNG at MCL Open Lab featured activities include sticker design and manufacturing, and graphic design including digital art. Swing by MCL’s Tech Lab and try it out!
Of course, you can try out any technology you want at Marion Carnegie Library! Visit during Open Lab Hours to complete projects or learn new skills.
For ages 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.

MCL YA Department's End of Summer Reading Murder Mystery Party: A Murder in Maui
2023-06-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Step 1) Register for the MCL Young Adult Department’s Summer Reading Program challenges. Step 2) Complete all 8 reading challenges. Step 3) Get your invitation to “A Murder in Maui” and join in this awesome murder mystery adventure at Marion Carnegie Library.
This event is free and open to ages 12 – 19. Get an automatic invitation when you complete all 8 Young Adult Summer Reading challenges. Visit the library’s YA department or call 618-993-5935 for more information!
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 - Paletas
2023-06-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Hear fun stories about these traditional Hispanic frozen treats, then enjoy one for yourself and make a paletas craft!
This event is free and intended for ages 0 – 12. 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.
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 AV Club - Open House
2023-06-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Everyone is invited to check out this year’s PNG at MCL AV Club Greatest Hits! We’ll have a review of all projects the AV Club has worked on over the last year in MCL’s Tech Lab!
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.

Playroom Playdate
2023-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
On Tuesdays, come meet new friends in our Mariella Aikman Playroom in the library’s Children’s Department!
Bring the kiddos and enjoy puppets, toys, games, and – of course – books!
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 Adult Department End-of-Summer-Reading Social presented by AISIN
2023-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join us to celebrate the close of 2023’s “Marion Reads!” Summer Reading Event at this event, sponsored by AISIN.
Build your own arrangement with Shawnee Stems Bouquet Bar and enjoy appetizers by Bennie’s Italian Foods!
Earn all 8 badges on the MCL Adult Department Summer Reading Challenge Bookmark and earn an automatic invitation to the event. Otherwise, registration IS required.
This event is totally free and open to ages 18 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.

PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions - The Fashion Industry
2023-06-24 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Learn about graphic design, logo creation, how to 3D-print jewelry, and more during June’s PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions.
Saturday Sessions are 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.

MCL Tween Movie
2023-06-24 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

One City, One Book - Marion Reads!
2023-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
This summer, read “Murder in the Heartland: Book One” by Southern Illinois’ own Harry Spiller, and join Harry and MCL Staff for a special conversation about the book on Saturday, June 24!
Borrow a copy from Marion Carnegie Library, and visit MCL Adult Department events in May for special opportunities to win a free copy, signed by the author!
MCL’s Summer Reading program is for everyone!
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.

Totally 80's Teen Movie at MCL
2023-06-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Drop in to MCL’s Young Adult Department (on the top floor) and watch an 80’s blockbuster, each Saturday during Marion Reads! Summer Reading!
This event is free and open to everyone age 12 – 19. 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
2023-06-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In June, MCL’s Book Club will discuss “Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore” by Robin Sloan.
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.

🚲 Walk Around the Clock
2023-06-22 09:00 | Marion Senior Citizens Center, 507 W Main St, Marion, IL 62959-2437, United States, Marion, IL, 62959-2437, US
Walk Around the Clock: Let’s Walk Together for Health
Thursday, June 22, 2023
9:00 AM: Presentation by a Physician from Regional Medical Center – Deaconess Illinois
9:25 AM: Free Health Screening, also courtesy of Heartland-Deaconess
9:45 AM: ** Walk Around the Clock **
Pre-Registration is Not Required
Give-A-Ways
Light Breakfast Items Available
All ages welcome! Persons under age 18 must be accompanied by a adult guardian.
Summer Reading Program registration will be available via the MCL Book Bike —– Summer reading programs and challenges are available for all ages.
Brought to you by:
Heartland Regional Medical Center – Deaconess Illinois
The HUB Recreation Center
Club 60: Marion Senior Citizens Center
Marion Carnegie Library,
and The City of Marion, Illinois

🚲 Whalemobile!
2023-06-21 14:00 - 16:00 | The HUB Recreation Center, 917 W. Main Street, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet Nile the Humpback Whale and learn about ocean conservation and whale biology as you WALK THROUGH this life-size replica!
Registration is required. Tickets will be available in the MCL Children’s Department beginning June 7, 2023. This program is free and open to everyone aged 5 – 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.

In a Galaxy Far, Far Away Movie Marathon
2023-06-21 11:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
The MCL Young Adult Department is marathoning Episodes 4, 5, and 6.
We’ll have snacks, de-stress coloring, and button-making. Everyone is encouraged to dress up as their favorite character.
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 - May the Force Be With You!
2023-06-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Meet characters from a galaxy far, far away as you hear great stories, sing, and dance! Stick around to create amazing crafts!
This event is free and intended for ages 0 – 12. 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.
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.
