Marion Carnegie Library | 618-993-5935

PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions - The Fashion Industry
2023-06-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-06-24 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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

PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
2023-06-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-29 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 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.

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.

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.

Illinois Junior Chefs
2023-06-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-29 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.

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.

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 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.

MCL Tween Movie
2023-07-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-07-08 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
2023-07-03 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-07-10 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 is Closed in Observance of Independence Day
2023-07-04

MCL Story Hour - Bear
2023-07-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | 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.

Continuing Careers - One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
2023-07-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
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.

MCL Gamers Guild
2023-07-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
MCL Gamers Guild is a program dedicated to playing and enjoying board games! Visit this edition of the Gamers Guild and play a game selected by the library’s Young Adult department.
This event is free and open to ages 12 – 19. 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 Grab-and-Go Craft - Yarn & Toothpick Butterfly
2023-07-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Starting Friday, July 7 – and while supplies last – visit the MCL Children’s Department and pick up a kit with all the materials you’ll need to make a cool Yarn & Toothpick Butterfly craft!
Kits are free and available to ages 8 – 12 on a first-come, first-served basis.
NOTICE: Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.

Butterflies! Crafts and Caterpillar Introductions
2023-07-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Make some cool butterfly crafts and meet our new butterfly caterpillars that will be growing and changing over the next few weeks!
Don’t miss the exciting butterfly release on Tuesday, July 25 at 4:30!
Children 10 years old and younger must be accompanied by a guardian at all times while attending MCL Children’s Department events.
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
2023-07-11 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

Lawyer in the Library
2023-07-11 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 Story Hour - Lucy Cousins
2023-07-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
If you know Maisy the Mouse, then you know the work of Lucy Cousins! Read some great stories, sing, dance and take home a neat Lucy Cousins 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 STEAM Club: Sphero Skate Park
2023-07-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join us for a special Summer STEAM Club and test your skills in the Sphero Skate Park! Score points when you code a robot to pull off skateboard tricks!
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.
