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Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 8:00am - 10:00am
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile open one hour late (10 a.m.) on the 3rd Friday of every month for staff development meetings.

Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 8:00am - 10:00am
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile open one hour late (10 a.m.) on the 3rd Friday of every month for staff development meetings.

Easter Holiday

All Day
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile will be closed on April 5 in observance of the Easter holiday.

Spring Staff Development Day

All Day
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile will be closed on April 6 for staff development day.

Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 8:00am - 10:00am
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile open one hour late (10 a.m.) on the 3rd Friday of every month for staff development meetings.

Memorial Day Holiday

All Day
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile will be closed on May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Expressive Arts for Kids

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Preschool
Expressive Arts:

Expressive Art is a music, drama, movement, and visual art prevention program that serves children and families on their journey toward mental wellness. Programs will include stori...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Library Program

Expressive Art is a music, drama, movement, and visual art prevention program that serves children and families on their journey toward mental wellness. Programs will include stories, drama, music, movement, visual arts, and activities. This program is hosted in partnership with Tanager.

About Tanager

Tanager is a non-profit organization that provides focused programs and services supporting the well-being and resilience of children, young adults and families. Learn more about the organization here.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Elementary Activity Time

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
School Age
Elementary Activity Time:

Elementary Activity Time offers patrons a chance to explore various activities, from arts and crafts to blocks and puzzles. This drop-in program is geared towards school-aged child...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program

Elementary Activity Time offers patrons a chance to explore various activities, from arts and crafts to blocks and puzzles. This drop-in program is geared towards school-aged children.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Tween & Teen Basic Cooking Class: Nachos

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Culinary Class, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Teens
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Culinary Class, Summer Library Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

This is na-cho average program! Tweens and teens can explore traditional and adventurous ways to make nachos, nacho toppings, and experimenting with what makes the best nacho - tortilla chips, tater tots, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration for this program is required, as space is limited.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet the Reptiles

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Are you a fan of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates? Looking to face your fears? Join us as we welcome back the Cold-Blooded Redhead to learn about snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more. Come see up close what makes them so unique!

Disclaimer(s)

To ensure everyone's safety, library staff will manage room capacity and monitor attendance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet the Reptiles

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Are you a fan of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates? Looking to face your fears? Join us as we welcome back the Cold-Blooded Redhead to learn about snakes, lizards, tortoises, and more. Come see up close what makes them so unique!

Disclaimer(s)

To ensure everyone's safety, library staff will manage room capacity and monitor attendance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Park Playdates: Lowe Park Irish Drive Playground

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Park Playdates:

Join the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation at Park Playdates this summer! We'll rotate through visiting different parks in Marion for activities and fun. In a...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program

Join the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation at Park Playdates this summer! We'll rotate through visiting different parks in Marion for activities and fun. In addition to the playground equipment, extra activities such as bubbles, balls, pinwheels, sidewalk chalk, yard games, and sports equipment will be available. This program is geared towards babies and elementary-aged children.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor library programs are weather-dependent. In the event of inclement weather or unsafe temperatures (including extreme heat or cold), programs may be moved indoors, rescheduled, or cancelled. Updates will be shared on the library's events calendar, social media channels, and with registered participants when able.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Trinkets & Treasures

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Sometimes the smallest trinkets leave the largest impact!

Disclaimer(s)

To ensure everyone's safety, library staff will manage room capacity and monitor attendance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Babble and Brew

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Play & Learn, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Babble & Brew:

Babble & Brew is a great way for children under age 4 to explore the five practices of early literacy skills: read, write, sing, talk, and play. Explore a variety of early lite...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Play & Learn, Summer Library Program

Babble & Brew is a great way for children under age 4 to explore the five practices of early literacy skills: read, write, sing, talk, and play. Explore a variety of early literacy activities at your own pace, including books, songs, and instruments. Coffee and coffee alternatives will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Absolute Science: Fantastic Foam

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, STEAM, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, STEAM, Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Absolute Science and their Fantastic Foam show!

Disclaimer(s)

To ensure everyone's safety, library staff will manage room capacity and monitor attendance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Absolute Science: Fantastic Foam

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, STEAM, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance, STEAM, Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome Absolute Science and their Fantastic Foam show!

Disclaimer(s)

To ensure everyone's safety, library staff will manage room capacity and monitor attendance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Park Playdates: Gill Park

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Park Playdates:

Join the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation at Park Playdates this summer! We'll rotate through visiting different parks in Marion for activities and fun. In a...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program

Join the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation at Park Playdates this summer! We'll rotate through visiting different parks in Marion for activities and fun. In addition to the playground equipment, extra activities such as bubbles, balls, pinwheels, sidewalk chalk, yard games, and sports equipment will be available. This program is geared towards babies and elementary-aged children.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor library programs are weather-dependent. In the event of inclement weather or unsafe temperatures (including extreme heat or cold), programs may be moved indoors, rescheduled, or cancelled. Updates will be shared on the library's events calendar, social media channels, and with registered participants when able.

Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 8:00am - 10:00am
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Marion Public Library, Bookmobile, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile open one hour late (10 a.m.) on the 3rd Friday of every month for staff development meetings.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Elementary Activity Time

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
School Age
Elementary Activity Time:

Elementary Activity Time offers patrons a chance to explore various activities, from arts and crafts to blocks and puzzles. This drop-in program is geared towards school-aged child...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program

Elementary Activity Time offers patrons a chance to explore various activities, from arts and crafts to blocks and puzzles. This drop-in program is geared towards school-aged children.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

All Ages Movie

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Movie, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie, Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Bring family and friends to the library for All Ages Movie Day! Popcorn and water will be provided, and outside snacks are permitted. Attendees who would like to sit on the floor are welcome to bring blankets and/or pillows.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Park Playdates: Taube Park

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Park Playdates:

Join the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation at Park Playdates this summer! We'll rotate through visiting different parks in Marion for activities and fun. In a...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities, Play & Learn, Summer Library Program

Join the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation at Park Playdates this summer! We'll rotate through visiting different parks in Marion for activities and fun. In addition to the playground equipment, extra activities such as bubbles, balls, pinwheels, sidewalk chalk, yard games, and sports equipment will be available. This program is geared towards babies and elementary-aged children.

Disclaimer(s)

Outdoor library programs are weather-dependent. In the event of inclement weather or unsafe temperatures (including extreme heat or cold), programs may be moved indoors, rescheduled, or cancelled. Updates will be shared on the library's events calendar, social media channels, and with registered participants when able.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Tween & Teen Candy Sushi

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Candy Sushi is back for the fourth consecutive year! Make awesome, tasty creations with rice cereal treats and all the candy fixings.

Disclaimer(s)

To ensure everyone's safety, library staff will manage room capacity and monitor attendance.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group

Let's Get Moving!

Monday, June 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Library Program
Event Details:

Join us for a morning of dance and movement! This program is hosted in partnership with Prestige Dance Studio.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.

This event is in the "Preschool" group

Doodlebugs Art Program

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Library Program
Age Group:
Preschool
Doodlebugs:

Doodlebugs combines art with literacy for preschoolers. Each session starts with a story and ends with creation. All ages are welcome, but book selection is geared toward children ...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Library Program

Doodlebugs combines art with literacy for preschoolers. Each session starts with a story and ends with creation. All ages are welcome, but book selection is geared toward children between the ages of 4 and 7. This program is hosted in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.

About the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

The mission of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is to excite, engage, and educate through the arts. Learn more about the organization here

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults/caregivers. Children learn by watching others, so please plan to attend and engage with your child during the program, as well as silence any mobile devices.