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Playroom Playdate
2024-04-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-04-11 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.

🚲 Walk Around the Clock
2024-04-25 11:00 - 12:00
“Walk Around the Clock” is a monthly event organized in partnership with Heartland Regional Medical Center and City of Marion facilities. During these gatherings, participants have the opportunity to hear from healthcare professionals who provide valuable insights on how to best care for oneself. Following the program and any relevant screenings, attendees can opt to join a walk outdoors. These walks are often led by a special guest who shares interesting facts about Marion’s history along the way. In the cooler months, enjoy a gathering indoors with presentations from local experts and authors!
Mark your calendars; these events take place on the fourth Thursday of each month at 11am. It’s a great way to prioritize your health and wellness, gain knowledge from experts, and enjoy a refreshing walk in good company. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to invest in your well-being and connect with your community!
The location does change, so be sure to check the schedule below for venue details:
April 25 – Marion Senior Citizens Center
May 23 – Marion Senior Citizens Center
June 27 – Marion Senior Citizens Center
July 25 – Marion Carnegie Library
August 22 – Marion Carnegie Library
September 26 – The HUB Recreation Center
October 24 – The HUB Recreation Center
November 21 – The HUB Recreation Center
Marion Senior Citizens Center : 507 W. Main Street
Marion Carnegie Library: 206 S. Market Street
The HUB Recreation Center : 917 W. Main Street

MCL Story Hour - Whale
2024-04-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-04-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In this week’s edition of MCL Story Hour, we will read Whale stories, sing, and dance in MCL’s McCoskey Room. Then we’ll take home a fun whale craft!
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 Open Tech Lab Hours
2024-04-24 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-23 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-17 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-16 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-15 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-04-11 16:00 - 19:00 and 1 more date | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Try out any technology you want at Marion Carnegie Library! Visit during Open 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.

The Bookworms - Teen Book Club
2024-04-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
The Bookworms is a teen book club where we discuss anything you want to read. Stick around after the meeting for a movie based on a YA novel!
This event is free and open to ages 12 – 18. 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.

PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions - Landscape Construction
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Make a difference in Marion when you help to build the Marion Carnegie Library Community Reading Garden with PNG at MCL! Learn to plan, build, and weather-proof outdoor fixtures, and improve our community!
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
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-04-13 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 Book Bike at Tower Square
2024-04-18 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 - Tree with Marion Garden Club
2024-04-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-04-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
MCL Story Hour is greening the community! This week, we will read about Trees, sing, and dance in MCL’s McCoskey Room. And we’ll be joined by the Marion Garden Club!
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 Teen Craft To Go - Mini Spring Terrarium
2024-04-17 09:00 - 20:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Starting Wednesday, April 17, pick up all the materials you’ll need to make a fun miniature Spring terrarium from MCL’s Young Adult Department!
No registration or library card is required, but the kits are available to everyone aged 12 – 18 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

Lawyer in the Library
2024-04-16 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.

MCL Builder's Club
2024-04-15 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 Story Hour - Bunny
2024-04-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In this week’s edition of MCL Story Hour, we will read, sing, dance, and make bunny ear hats in MCL’s McCoskey Room.
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: Intro to Gardening
2024-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
April is Gardening Month and PNG at MCL’s STEAM Club is here to help your garden take root! Learn about gardening and help build a community garden at Marion Carnegie Library!
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.
