Marion Carnegie Library | 618-993-5935

PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
2022-12-08 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-07 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-05 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-01 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Get your hands on the newest technology 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.

The Great British Baking Tour - Holiday Edition with Claire Evans
2022-12-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join MCL and UK travel/relocation consultant – and former UK resident – Claire Evans for a delightful culinary tour of the UK inspired by “The Great British Baking Show” television series, aired on PBS and Netflix. Learn about making a proper cup of tea, regional specialties, their origins, and the particular parts of the UK they hail from. She’ll translate the trickiest parts of British recipes for Americans so you can try them in your own kitchen. Pick up useful travel tips as well, just in case you’d like to create your own tour! You’ll find more information at www.teawithclaire.com
Following Claire’s presentation, stay to indulge in our very own Christmas-themed Afternoon Tea.
This event is free and open to ages 18 and up. No registration or library card is required to attend.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library Gift-Wrapping Boutique
2022-12-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Let the Friends of MCL help wrap your holiday gifts! All proceeds will help support projects and programs at Marion Carnegie Library.
Simply bring your unwrapped gifts to Marion Carnegie Library, and let the Friends of MCL take a little work off of your plate this holiday season.
Suggested donations are $4 for a small package and $6 for a large package. Donations should be cash only, please.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Story Hour - Christmas Carols
2022-12-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-12-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Read Christmas Carol books and sing some fun Christmas Carols with local groups! We’ll be joined by the Marion High School Madrigals on Wednesday, December 7, and by the Marion Junior High School Jazz Choir on Thursday, December 8!
A take-home craft will be available each day.
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's Very Merry Children's Holiday Crafts
2022-12-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2022-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Bring the family to MCL to create holiday memories – and some crafts!
The library’s Children’s Department provides all the materials you’ll need to make Origami Tree Bookmarks, Pop-Up Gingerbread Cards, Letters to Santa, and Star of David Popsicle Stick Crafts.
While you’re at the library, visit the Main Floor to enjoy some cocoa – only $1 at Carnegie Commons – and caroling.
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 STEAM Club - Candy Making Holiday Festival
2022-12-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join us at December’s STEAM Club when we make custom chocolate candy and celebrate the holidays in MCL’s McCoskey Room!
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.

Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library Silent Auction
2022-12-05 09:00 - 2022-12-11 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Join us for a silent auction of prints by local artist Shawn Vincelette presented by the Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library! All proceeds go to support Marion Carnegie Library’s projects and programs.
Visit MCL’s Main Floor anytime from December 5 through December 11 to bid on professionally framed prints from the Marion Landmarks series by local artist Shawn Vincelette.
PLUS: Bid to have a custom portrait
painted by Shawn Vincelette!
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at the event may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Drive Thru Visit with Santa Claus
2022-12-04 15:00 - 17:00, 2022-12-03 15:00 - 17:00 | The Pavilion Events, 1602 Sioux Dr, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Bring the kiddos to the Drive-Thru Visit with Santa Claus at The Pavilion! And keep an eye out for The Grinch…
Conquer the line from the comfort of your vehicle, then hop out for a picture with Santa!
Enjoy complimentary photography by MCL staff. Library-provided photos will be uploaded to this very Facebook page within a few days of the events.
This event is absolutely free and open to the public. No library card is necessary.
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 - Gift Creation Station
2022-12-03 15:00 - 16:00, 2022-12-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
During December’s PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions, use the library’s Tech Lab equipment like our laser engraver, 3D printers, Cricut vinyl cutters, and more to make awesome custom gifts!
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.
Guardian supervision is not required during PNG at MCL events

MCL Tween Movie
2022-12-03 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!
For ages 8 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.

Teen Game Day
2022-12-03 10:00 - 16:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Enjoy free play on the library’s Nintendo Switch or gather some friends and play some board games!
This event is free and open to ages 12 to 19. You don’t need to register or be a library card holder to attend.
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 Book Club
2022-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
The MCL Book Club meets on Saturday, December 3 – for the final time in 2022.
We’ll be discussing “Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead” by Emily Austin.
For ages 18 and older. 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.

Playroom Playdate
2022-12-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
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 Grab-and-Go Craft - Pringles Can Lid Ornament
2022-12-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Starting Friday, December 2 – 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 holiday ornament using a Pringles can lid!
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.

MCL Adult Craft - Bow Making with Brenda Futch
2022-12-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-12-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Learn how to make bows for gifts and wreaths. We’ll provide everything you need. Local florist Brenda Futch will teach you the skills!
This 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 November 23.
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.

Story Hour - Star
2022-12-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-11-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Read great star stories, sing and dance and take home a sparkly star 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 Lab Hours
2022-11-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
Get your hands on the newest technology at Marion Carnegie Library! Visit during Open Lab Hours to complete projects or learn new skills.
For ages 10 to 18!
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.

PNG STEAM Club - 3D Printing
2022-11-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Marion Carnegie Library, 206 S Market St, Marion, IL, 62959, US
STEAM Club happens twice in November at MCL!
On November 9, 3D-print cookie cutters and on November 30, design and create custom candy molds using MCL Technology Lab equipment, just in time for the holiday season!
This program is free and available to ages 10 – 18.
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.

Continuing Careers - One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
2022-11-30 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 for your session.
Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA).
NOTICE: All participants and parents understand and agree that photos taken at library events may be used in social media postings and future promotions.
