Labor Day Closing

Posted by twhitney on 29 August 19

We will be closed Saturday, 8/31 and Monday, 9/2. Enjoy the “last weekend of summer!”

Local Author Book Talk & Movie Showing

Posted by twhitney on 26 August 19

The Marion Public Library will be hosting Michael Rinella – author of Margaret Sullavan, The Life of a Reluctant Star – for a book talk and moving showing of The Shop Around the Corner.

Available at Amazon.com.

Monday, September 16, 2019

6:00 PM

In the Community Room

Seeking Book Donations

Posted by twhitney on 22 August 19

BOOK SALE 9/7 9:00 – 2:00 to benefit the Friends of the Marion Public Library

😀 We will accept:
Current hardcover and paperback books in good condition.
Donations can be dropped off at the book drop inside the back entrance of the Library, by elevator. Please bring donations during open hours. Don’t leave them in front of the Library or at the back entrance. 🌧

😢 We cannot accept:
We cannot accept damaged books (e.g., broken bindings, missing pages, soiled, musty or moldy, excessive writing in the text) or clearly outdated materials. Please do not donate books that have been stored for a long time in an attic or basement because they often become musty or smelly, and do not sell.
Clearly outdated materials, especially computer books and computer programs
Magazines
Condensed books (for example, Reader’s Digest)
Encyclopedias
Workbooks or study guides

Family Fun Run/Walk 5k

Posted by twhitney on 05 August 19

Family Fun Run/Walk 5k

Saturday, September 7

9:00  AM

Bring a donation of non-perishable foods for Marion Food Pantry.

Visit Marion’s Fall Festival and the library book sale!

Join our Facebook group, a  fun, supportive club for people who are looking to get out and get moving this summer.

Have you ever thought of running a 5K but don’t know how to train for it? We invite you to join our Couch to 5K Running Club. This is a plan developed to help beginners get into running.

Whatever your fitness goal is—to lose weight, get your heart beating faster, or just to boost your mood—nothing beats getting physical.

Yoga Classes In September

Posted by twhitney on 24 July 19

Adult Yoga with Angela Brown RETURNS! This is for everyone regardless of body shape, gender, or ethnicity. This 60-minute practice is open to students of ALL levels.

COST: Pay-what-you-can — an offering of $5-$10 per class is suggested, but ask only that you give what you can.

Wear comfortable clothing. Please bring a yoga mat or large towel, a water bottle and an open mind.

Gravitational Bull

Posted by twhitney on 18 July 19

FAMILY FUN –
Kyle and Dave Fultz are a father and son team of comedic jugglers. Gravitational Bull shows generally demonstrate ball juggling, clubs, Chinese Yo-yo’s, boxes, and devil sticks. Occasionally, plungers and rubber chickens seem to make their way into the action. Story-telling, balloon twisting, magic, plate and/or ball spinning and balancing may also be incorporated into the show.

Tuesday, July 30

2:30 PM

August Book Club

Posted by twhitney on 17 July 19

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Join the book club as we meet to discuss, The Art of Fielding, by Chad Harbach.

Independence Day Closing

Posted by twhitney on 02 July 19

The library will be closed on July 4th.

Summer Reading Registration Begins June 26

Posted by twhitney on 26 June 19

Visit the library beginning June 26 to sign up for summer programs. Celebrate the last day of school with a popsicle party at the library!
Children can sign up for summer programs, receive a calendar of activities, and a cool treat. 2:30-4:30, 6/26.

July Book Club Selection

Posted by twhitney on 17 June 19

All are welcome to join the book club on Wednesday, July 10 as we meet to discuss The Martian, by Andy Weir. Reserve your copy today.