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Elementary Activity Time

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

School Age
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Elementary Activity Time includes activities geared toward elementary-aged kids. Drop in to play and explore art supplies, blocks, puzzles, and more.

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Teen Board Game Meet-Up

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Learn more about the expansive world of board games from those who are excited to share their knowledge! Attendees will learn and play a variety of board games together. Snacks will be provided.

A stack of books

History Book Club

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for our History Book Club, where you have a chance to read and discuss world, U.S. and current history. You don't need to be an expert in history to enjoy this club!

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Adult Paint by Numbers

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you remember the paint by number kits you had as a child?

A bucket of popcorn and a star

Tween & Teen Movie Day

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a movie day! The library will provide snacks and an age-appropriate movie - all you need to bring is yourself. 

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All Ages Origami

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities

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: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Bring your creativity to the library for a fun origami program! Drop in anytime for easy, hands-on instructions on how to make fun origami, known as the Japanese art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures.

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Tween & Teen STEM Activities

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, STEAM
Event Details:

STEM Activities for tweens & teens are held on Wednesdays opposite of the library's Crafternoons. Activities include but are not limited to:

A board game and pair of dice

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Dungeons & Dragons:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. This program meets weekly and is open for participants of all experience levels. All supplies ar...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. This program meets weekly and is open for participants of all experience levels. All supplies are provided - bring your imagination and get ready to dive in!

Registration for this program can be found here.

Disclaimer(s)

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

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Michael, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest Pathfinder players in our community. This group meets every week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

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Tween & Teen Game Days

Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Monthly game days have special, game-themed activities and snacks. Examples of previous game days include:

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Boardroom at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Senior Social Hour:

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:CardsCheckersChessColoring pages with markers and c...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:

  • Cards
  • Checkers
  • Chess
  • Coloring pages with markers and colored pencils
  • Cross stitch materials
  • Crosswords
  • Dominoes
  • Puzzles
  • Scrabble
  • Sudoku
  • Yarn for crocheting and knitting

Attendees are welcome to bring their own crafts or games if they wish. 

A board game and pair of dice

Elementary Activity Time

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
School Age
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Elementary Activity Time includes activities geared toward elementary-aged kids. Drop in to play and explore art supplies, blocks, puzzles, and more.

A smartphone with texting bubbles

Teen Board Game Meet-Up

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Learn more about the expansive world of board games from those who are excited to share their knowledge! Attendees will learn and play a variety of board games together. Snacks will be provided.

A board game and pair of dice

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Dungeons & Dragons:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. This program meets weekly and is open for participants of all experience levels. All supplies ar...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. This program meets weekly and is open for participants of all experience levels. All supplies are provided - bring your imagination and get ready to dive in!

Registration for this program can be found here.

Disclaimer(s)

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

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Michael, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest Pathfinder players in our community. This group meets every week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:45pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Senior Social Hour:

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:CardsCheckersChessColoring pages with markers and c...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:

  • Cards
  • Checkers
  • Chess
  • Coloring pages with markers and colored pencils
  • Cross stitch materials
  • Crosswords
  • Dominoes
  • Puzzles
  • Scrabble
  • Sudoku
  • Yarn for crocheting and knitting

Attendees are welcome to bring their own crafts or games if they wish. 

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Tween & Teen International Snack Club

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Are you interested in snacks from around the world? Tweens & teens can gather to discover a world of new snack options from international snack boxes. Come prepared to try new things!

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Dungeons & Dragons:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. This program meets weekly and is open for participants of all experience levels. All supplies ar...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. This program meets weekly and is open for participants of all experience levels. All supplies are provided - bring your imagination and get ready to dive in!

Registration for this program can be found here.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

Friday, December 19, 2025 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.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Senior Social Hour:

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:CardsCheckersChessColoring pages with markers and c...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:

  • Cards
  • Checkers
  • Chess
  • Coloring pages with markers and colored pencils
  • Cross stitch materials
  • Crosswords
  • Dominoes
  • Puzzles
  • Scrabble
  • Sudoku
  • Yarn for crocheting and knitting

Attendees are welcome to bring their own crafts or games if they wish. 

A stack of building blocks with the letters A, B, and C

Preschool Play Day

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Play & Learn
Age Group:
Preschool
Preschool Play Day:

Preschool Play includes activities geared toward children between the ages of 2 and 5, as well as their caregivers. Drop in to play and explore!

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

Preschool Play includes activities geared toward children between the ages of 2 and 5, as well as their caregivers. Drop in to play and explore!

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.

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Adult Game Night

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Game Night:

Join the library for an evening of fun and games! A variety of games are available for individuals and small groups of friends.

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities

Join the library for an evening of fun and games! A variety of games are available for individuals and small groups of friends.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile will be closed on December 24 and 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
Event Details:

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for adults 18 years of age or older. 

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

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Senior Social Hour:

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:CardsCheckersChessColoring pages with markers and c...

Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:

  • Cards
  • Checkers
  • Chess
  • Coloring pages with markers and colored pencils
  • Cross stitch materials
  • Crosswords
  • Dominoes
  • Puzzles
  • Scrabble
  • Sudoku
  • Yarn for crocheting and knitting

Attendees are welcome to bring their own crafts or games if they wish.