Marion Public Library

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1101 6th Avenue
Marion, IA 52302
United States

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Featured Events

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Therapy Dog Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 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

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Tween & Teen Mindfulness Club

Tuesday, March 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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Teen Basic Cooking Class: Mini Pizzas

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Community Room B at Marion Public Library

Program Type:

Culinary Class

Age Group:

Teens

Open

Library Branch: Marion Public Library

Room: Community Room B

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Culinary Class

Registration Required

Event Details:

Teens 10-18 years old can join us for a fun filled class making mini pizzas with a variety of toppings.

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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.

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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

Open

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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Time	Sun (6/07)	Mon (6/08)	Tue (6/09)	Wed (6/10)	Thu (6/11)	Fri (6/12)	Sat (6/13)
10 am					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 10:00am–11:00am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age Offsite Event This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School Age" group 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.
11 am							This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Trinkets & Treasures 11:00am–1:00pm School Age, Teens, Adults This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 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.
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "School Age" group Elementary Activity Time 1:00pm–3:00pm School Age This event is in the "School Age" group 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 Meet the Reptiles 1:00pm–2:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults 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 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 "Teens" group Tween & Teen Game Days: Big Board Games 1:00pm–3:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Marion Public Library Room: Teen Programming Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Activities, Summer Library Program Event Details: Drop in to have a super-sized board game experience! The library will have a selection of favorite board games available, but they will be two to three times as big as the original.
2 pm
3 pm				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 3:00pm–4:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults 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 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.
4 pm
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens" group Tween & Teen Basic Cooking Class: Nachos 5:30pm–7:30pm Teens Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Upcoming 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.