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Chair Yoga with Tammy

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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
Event Details:

Are you interesting in learning yoga, but have some mobility restrictions or struggle with regular yoga? Consider giving chair yoga a try.

A stack of books

Cookbook Club

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our first themed Cookbook Club! 

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Adult Trivia Night: Name That Tune

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

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

Name That Tune is back! Play eight rounds where you try to identify the title and artist of each song. Each round will have its own fun theme.

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Babble and Brew

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Play & Learn

Age Group:

Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Play & Learn
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Tween & Teen Crafternoons With the MakerSpace

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, MakerSpace

Age Group:

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

Our new-and-improved Crafternoons will have a MakerSpace associated craft! Tweens & teens can join the library for exploration and creativity

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Farmers State Bank Financial Series: First Time Home Buyers

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Boardroom at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Training & Learning

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Training & Learning
Event Details:

If you are considering buying your first home or have not owned one in the past three years, join Farmers State Bank for a free seminar. Attendees will discover how much home they can afford and how credit can affect homebuying options.

Various hobby items including knitting, painting, and music

Gardening Advice Office Hours

Saturday, March 14, 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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Pied Piper

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

Preschool
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join Orchestra Iowa’s talented ensembles as they introduce preschool-aged children to the instruments of the orchestra!

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All Ages Play Day

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

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: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for some spring break fun for the whole family! All Ages Play Day will include a variety of board, card, and interactive games and toys. Children's, young adult, and adult games will all be available for use.

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MakerSpace Open Hours

2:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Tween & Teen Game Days

3:00pm–5:00pm
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:

MakerSpace Open Hours

1:00pm–4:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

MakerSpace Open Hours

9:00am–12:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

MakerSpace Open Hours

1:00pm–4:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Power Up Camp

3:15pm–4:30pm
Teens
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Power Up Camp is a 4-day hands-on adventure where attendees explore energy, electricity, nature, and conservation through games, storytelling, art, and engineering challenges.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Tween & Teen Crafternoons With the MakerSpace

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, MakerSpace
Event Details:

Our new-and-improved Crafternoons will have a MakerSpace associated craft! Tweens & teens can join the library for exploration and creativity

MakerSpace Open Hours

4:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens
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.

MakerSpace Open Hours

2:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Gardening Advice Office Hours

10:00am–2:00pm
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.

All Ages Play Day

1:00pm–3:00pm
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: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for some spring break fun for the whole family! All Ages Play Day will include a variety of board, card, and interactive games and toys. Children's, young adult, and adult games will all be available for use.

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.

MakerSpace Open Hours

3:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Teen Board Game Meet-Up

4:30pm–6:30pm
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.

MakerSpace Open Hours

2:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

History Book Club

7:00pm–7:45pm
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.

All-Ages Spring Break Movie

1:00pm–3:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Spend your spring break at the library with a fun movie day! The library will provide popcorn and water; bring yourself and your favorite blanket, stuffed animal, or friend to enjoy an afternoon matinee.

MakerSpace Open Hours

2:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Opening Late - Staff Development Meeting

8:00am–10:00am
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.

MakerSpace Open Hours

1:00pm–4:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Cedar Valley Woodcarvers

9:30am–12:30pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Creative Commons
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Cedar Valley Woodcarvers welcome patrons of all ages to stop by and ask questions about woodcarving and projects members are working on.

Ukulele Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Boardroom
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Event Details:

Ukulele Club invites players of all skill levels to join them in a monthly jam session. Beginning players are encouraged to come from 2 - 2:30 p.m. for helpful information about learning to play.

MakerSpace Open Hours

3:00pm–6:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies, MakerSpace, Training & Learning

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

MakerSpace Open Hours are open to patrons of all ages. To ensure everyone's safety, patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent and/or caregiver while in the MakerSpace.

Tween & Teen International Snack Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Teen Programming Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Hobbies
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!