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Book Buddies Book Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

School Age
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us once a month for a literary adventure where the stories come to life! Each month, attendees receive a free copy of our featured book to keep and add to their home library.

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Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:30pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Culinary Class

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

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Therapy Dog Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, Storytime

Age Group:

School Age
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games & Activities, Storytime
A stack of books

Page Turners Book Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

School Age
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Youth Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us once a month for a literary adventure where the stories come to life! Each month, attendees receive a free copy of our featured book to keep and add to their home library.

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Understanding Dementia

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Training & Learning

Age Group:

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

Understanding Dementia is an educational opportunity presented by Bickford Senior Living to better understand the changes loved ones are experiencing. During this program, attendees can expect to...

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Author Talk: Jennifer Chiaverini

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room A at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Author Event

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Event
Event Details:

Jennifer Chiaverini will be visiting the library for another author event in partnership with Swamp Fox Bookstore!

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Storybook Steps

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Programming Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities, Storytime

Age Group:

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

Storybook Steps is a playful dance and story experience designed for ages six to ten, hosted in partnership with The Pointe School of Dance.

Various hobby items including knitting, painting, and music

Puzzle Exchange

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Hobbies

Age Group:

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

Gather your puzzles and get ready - it's time for our spring Puzzle Exchange!

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Chair Yoga with Tammy

Monday, April 27, 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.

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Grown-Up Book Fair

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Marion Public Library at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Book Sale, Hobbies

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Marion Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Sale, Hobbies
Event Details:

Recapture the magic of school book fairs at this year's Grown-Up Book Fair!

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Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

1:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Memorial Day Holiday

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

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

Culinary Class: Gia's Italian Kitchen

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required

Join Kelley Cole, founder of Gia's Italian Kitchen, for an interactive cooking experience! Kelley will talk you through the basics of her dishes - attendees will leave with tips, tricks, and a shopping list to replicate recipes at home.

About Gia's Italian Kitchen

Gia's Italian Kitchen creates memories & connects people through Italian food, using Kelley's family's Italian recipes of Northern Italy and her passion for cooking and family. Kelley offers cooking instruction through live courses, private group classes, employee teambuilding events, and more. Learn more about Gia's Italian Kitchen here.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Tween & Teen Basic Cooking Class: Nachos

5:30pm–7:30pm
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.

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Culinary Class: Easy Appetizers for Summer

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class, Summer Library Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

When it's too hot to make a big meal, appetizers are the answer! This fun, casual cooking class will cover easy, no-fuss appetizers with recipes to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Independence Day Holiday

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

The library and bookmobile will be closed on Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Tween & Teen Basic Baking Class: Apple Pie Bites

5:30pm–7:30pm
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:

Teens 10-18 years old can join us for a fun filled class perfect for the summer: apple pie bites! This simple class will cover how to make a mini version of this summer staple that we'll pair with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

11:00am–1:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Marion Public Library
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Culinary Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients.

Disclaimer(s)

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

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.

Labor Day Holiday

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

The library and bookmobile will be closed on September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

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.

Fall Staff Development Day

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

The library and bookmobile will be closed on October 8 for staff development day.

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.

Thanksgiving Holiday

11/25/2026 @ 5:00pm–11/28/2026 @ 9:00am
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.

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.

Christmas Holiday

All Day 12/24–12/25
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.