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Playroom Playdate
Playroom Playdate
On Tuesdays in May, 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…
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PNG at MCL AV Club – Podcasting
PNG at MCL AV Club – Podcasting
Get to know audio recording techniques and equipment in the library's Tech Lab on the top floor! This event is free and open to ages 10 - 18. No library…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
Interested in robotics but not sure where to begin? Try PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours in May! We'll have featured activities that are a great introduction to building and…
3 events,
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🚲 MCL Story Hour – MHS Color Guard
🚲 MCL Story Hour – MHS Color Guard
Be amazed at the talent and dedication presented by the Marion High School Guard Team! They will demonstrate different tosses and throws that they perform with their 6-foot-tall flags! Sing,…
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Jackbox Game Fest at MCL
Jackbox Game Fest at MCL
Drop into MCL's Young Adult department and play a few rounds of Jackbox mini-games on the Nintendo Switch. This event is free and open to ages 12 - 19. No…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
Interested in robotics but not sure where to begin? Try PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours in May! We'll have featured activities that are a great introduction to building and…
5 events,
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Shawnee Health Chat at MCL
Shawnee Health Chat at MCL
Meet one-on-one with a representative of Shawnee Health. Get answers to your medical system questions on Medicaid, Medicare, the Marketplace, and more! Appointments are recommended. Walk-in appointments are available on…
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MCL Adult Craft – Sea Life Floral Centerpiece
MCL Adult Craft – Sea Life Floral Centerpiece
Create a freestanding flower arrangement inspired by the sea. We'll supply all the materials you'll need! Bring some friends and have some fun! This event is free and open to…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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MCL Adult Craft – Sea Life Floral Centerpiece
MCL Adult Craft – Sea Life Floral Centerpiece
Create a freestanding flower arrangement inspired by the sea. We'll supply all the materials you'll need! Bring some friends and have some fun! This event is free and open to…
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Roller Skating Summer Party with MCL
Roller Skating Summer Party with MCL
Meet up at the roller rink to skate with friends and celebrate Summer Reading season! FREE tickets are available beginning Thursday, May 18 for everyone aged 0 - 19. Entry…
4 events,
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Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
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MCL Tween Movie
MCL Tween Movie
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
3 events,
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Extreme Kids Bounce Party with MCL
Extreme Kids Bounce Party with MCL
Marion Carnegie Library's Children's Department invites you to bring the kiddos to Extreme Kids in Marion for a fun, FREE bounce party. Beginning Monday, May 22, visit MCL's Children's Department…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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Mandala Gardens Stroll
Mandala Gardens Stroll
Let's celebrate National Garden Week (June 4 - 10) together! Meet MCL staff at Mandala Gardens -- 1704 North State Street in Marion -- and experience the garden grounds with…
2 events,
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Playroom Playdate
Playroom Playdate
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!…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
4 events,
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MCL Story Hour – Armadillo
MCL Story Hour – Armadillo
Meet Andy the Armadillo and hear some fun armadillo stories. Then learn a line dance, take a tour of Texas Roadhouse, and bring home a fun craft! Registration is required…
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Egyptian Exterminating Presents: The Bookworms Teen Picnic
Egyptian Exterminating Presents: The Bookworms Teen Picnic
Join The Bookworms for a teen picnic outside the library! This event is presented by (and will be kept pest-free by) Egyptian Exterminating. We'll eat snacks, play games, listen to…
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Continuing Careers – One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
Continuing Careers – One-on-One with Man-Tra-Con
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…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
1 event,
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Canceled – PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
Canceled – PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
2 events,
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Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale
Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale
Join us for a book sale presented by the Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library! All proceeds go to support Marion Carnegie Library's projects and programs. For more information on…
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MCL Children’s Department’s Pool Party at The Hub
MCL Children’s Department’s Pool Party at The Hub
Splash around and slide at The Hub's gorgeous pool! Registration is required. Pick up your FREE ticket from the MCL Children's Department desk beginning May 26! This event is free…
5 events,
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Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale
Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library Book Sale
Join us for a book sale presented by the Friends of the Marion Carnegie Library! All proceeds go to support Marion Carnegie Library's projects and programs. For more information on…
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Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
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MCL Tween Movie
MCL Tween Movie
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
1 event,
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
4 events,
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Playroom Playdate
Playroom Playdate
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!…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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Lawyer in the Library
Lawyer in the Library
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!…
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Illinois Junior Chefs
Illinois Junior Chefs
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…
3 events,
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🚲 MCL Story Hour – Fashion Show with Whimsy!
🚲 MCL Story Hour – Fashion Show with Whimsy!
Hear fun fashion stories and sing and dance, then enjoy an exciting fashion show by Whimsy; A Children's Clothing Store! This event is free and intended for ages 0 -…
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PNG at MCL STEAM Club – Digital Drawing
PNG at MCL STEAM Club – Digital Drawing
Calling all Digital Dalis and Pixelated Picassos! Visit MCL's Tech Lab during June's STEAM Club event to try your hand at digital drawing with Wacom tablets! This event is free…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
5 events,
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Book Speed Dating at MCL
Book Speed Dating at MCL
Stop by MCL's Carnegie Commons on the Main Floor and meet some new books! A library card is required only if you'd like to take items home with you. And…
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🚲 Animal Tales: Animal Alliances at The Hub
🚲 Animal Tales: Animal Alliances at The Hub
Meet 6 exotic animals from around the world! Join "Animal Tales" and Marion Carnegie Library to learn how these animals help each other and people. This event is totally free.…
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🚲 Animal Tales: Animal Alliances at MCL
🚲 Animal Tales: Animal Alliances at MCL
Meet 6 exotic animals from around the world! Join "Animal Tales" and Marion Carnegie Library to learn how these animals help each other and people. This event is totally free.…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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🚲 at Tower Square for Third Thursday
🚲 at Tower Square for Third Thursday
Find the MCL Book Bike on Tower Square from 5 pm to 6 pm during June's Third Thursday celebration!
4 events,
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Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
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MCL Tween Movie
MCL Tween Movie
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
1 event,
Marion Carnegie Library is Closed in Observance of Juneteenth
MCL will reopen at 9 am on Tuesday, June 20.
3 events,
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Playroom Playdate
Playroom Playdate
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!…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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Illinois Junior Chefs
Illinois Junior Chefs
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…
4 events,
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MCL Story Hour – May the Force Be With You!
MCL Story Hour – May the Force Be With You!
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…
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In a Galaxy Far, Far Away Movie Marathon
In a Galaxy Far, Far Away Movie Marathon
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:…
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🚲 Whalemobile!
🚲 Whalemobile!
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…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
3 events,
🚲 Walk Around the Clock
🚲 Walk Around the Clock
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…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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Illinois Junior Chefs
Illinois Junior Chefs
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…
6 events,
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One City, One Book – Marion Reads!
One City, One Book – Marion Reads!
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,…
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MCL Book Club
MCL Book Club
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…
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Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
Totally 80’s Teen Movie at MCL
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
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MCL Tween Movie
MCL Tween Movie
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…
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PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
PNG at MCL Saturday Sessions – The Fashion Industry
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.…
2 events,
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MCL Adult Department End-of-Summer-Reading Social presented by AISIN
MCL Adult Department End-of-Summer-Reading Social presented by AISIN
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…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
4 events,
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Playroom Playdate
Playroom Playdate
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!…
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PNG at MCL AV Club – Open House
PNG at MCL AV Club – Open House
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…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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Illinois Junior Chefs
Illinois Junior Chefs
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…
3 events,
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MCL YA Department’s End of Summer Reading Murder Mystery Party: A Murder in Maui
MCL YA Department’s End of Summer Reading Murder Mystery Party: A Murder in Maui
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"…
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MCL Story Hour – Paletas
MCL Story Hour – Paletas
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.…
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
2 events,
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PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
PNG at MCL Open Lab Hours
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,…
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Illinois Junior Chefs
Illinois Junior Chefs
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…
1 event,
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MCL Children’s Department End-of-Summer-Reading Foam Party presented by Legence Bank
MCL Children’s Department End-of-Summer-Reading Foam Party presented by Legence Bank
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…
1 event,
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MCL Tween Movie
MCL Tween Movie
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…