MCL Teen Craft - Watercolor Book Tracker
2024-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Visit MCL’s Young Adult Department and make a bookmark to track your library books to celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month!
This event is free and open to ages 12 – 18. No library card is required. We’ll provide everything you need!
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 - Caterpillar
2024-09-19 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Read caterpillar stories, sing and dance, and take home a fun caterpillar 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.

Playroom Playdate
2024-09-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-03 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-08 10:00 - 12:00 | 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.

🚲 MCL Book Bike at Tower Square
2024-09-19 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 Tween Movie
2024-09-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Visit the Tween Zone of the MCL 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 Story Hour - Squirrel
2024-09-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Read squirrel stories, sing and dance, and make a fun squirrel hat 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.

The Bookworms - Teen Book Club
2024-09-25 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.

🚲 Walk Around the Clock
2024-09-26 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 Book Club
2024-09-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
In September, the MCL Book Club will discuss “Dark Matter” by Blake Crouch.
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.

MCL Builder's Club
2024-09-30 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-10-07 17:30 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Bring friends to Marion Carnegie Library’s Builder’s Club and create whatever you can imagine.
For ages birth to 12. Large DUPLO® blocks are available for young children.
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 Technology Lab Hours
2024-10-01 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-02 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-03 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-07 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-08 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 Technology Lab Hours to complete projects or learn new skills.
Open Technology 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.

MCL Story Hour - Monsters in the Garden
2024-10-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-10-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
At this week’s MCL Story Hour, we’ll read monster stories, sing and dance and take home a fun monster craft with 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.

Financial Aid Workshop with Illinois Student Assistance Commission
2024-10-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Not sure how to fill out your FAFSA or, if eligible, the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid? Visit this FREE financial aid workshop presented by Marion Carnegie Library and the Illniois Student Assistance Commission.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Teen Game Night
2024-10-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Visit MCL’s YA Department (on the library’s top floor), hang out, and play some games!
This event is free and intended for 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 - audio/visual
2024-10-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions are back in October with a look at audio/visual topics like photography, podcasting, audio mixing, and video editing. Join us each Saturday at 1 pm in the MCL Technology Lab!
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.

Dogs with Jobs: Drax, Search and Rescue
2024-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Chris and Kylee Ramage will be joining us with their Search and Rescue dog, a 2 ½ year old Doberman Pinscher named Drax. We will learn about the life of a Search and Rescue dog, how dogs work this job, and even watch Drax do some of his work.
Chris is a K-9 Handler for the Pulaski County ESDA K9 Search and Rescue Unit and an AWDA Wilderness SAR Program K-9 Evaluator.
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.
