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Hygge Nights

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hygge (hyoo-guh) is the cozy and comforting practices we have at home and in our daily lives to create a sense of well-being. Hygge Nights celebrate and explore all the ways we create a cozy space to enrich our daily lives. 

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Hygge Nights

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hygge (hyoo-guh) is the cozy and comforting practices we have at home and in our daily lives to create a sense of well-being. Hygge Nights celebrate and explore all the ways we create a cozy space to enrich our daily lives. 

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Hygge Nights

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Hobbies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hygge (hyoo-guh) is the cozy and comforting practices we have at home and in our daily lives to create a sense of well-being. Hygge Nights celebrate and explore all the ways we create a cozy space to enrich our daily lives. 

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History Book Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Creative Commons at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

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

2026 is the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation. With that in mind, the History Book Club will be reading and discussing non-fiction on the events and people that have shaped the United States over the past 250 years.

Various hobby items including knitting, painting, and music

Gardening Advice Office Hours

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Creative Commons at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Creative Commons
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Event Details:

Whether you are a gardening novice and need guidance, or have specific questions about your gardening or yard issues, the Linn County Master Gardeners are here to provide expert, research-based information to help make your garden a success.

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Tween & Teen Mindfulness Club

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

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

Join us to relax, slow down, and bring a little more mindfulness into your day.

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Galentine's Day Celebration

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

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

It's never too early to celebrate Galentine's Day! Galentine's Day highlights the power of friendship between women, and remind ourselves there's nothing better than a good friend and the memories we make together.

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Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

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Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 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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Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 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 is required and can be found on the library's website.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 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 board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

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Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 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 is required and can be found on the library's website.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

Friday, November 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.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

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Adult Game Night

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 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. 

Thanksgiving Holiday

11/25/2026 @ 5:00pm to 11/28/2026 @ 9:00am
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Bookmobile, Marion Public Library, Off Site
Description:

The library and bookmobile will close at 5 p.m. on November 25, and be closed on November 26 and 27 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 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 board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

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Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, December 2, 2026 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 is required and can be found on the library's website.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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. 

A board game and pair of dice

Senior Social Hour

Tuesday, December 8, 2026 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 smartphone with texting bubbles

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Wednesday, December 9, 2026 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 is required and can be found on the library's website.

A board game and pair of dice

Adult Pathfinder

Wednesday, December 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
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.