Storytime swims directly to your home this summer with Marshall District Library's Virtual Storytime Kit. This program will include stories, rhymes, & music activities perfect for preschoolers. Early elementary students may also enjoy this at-home experience. Explore all the zones of early literacy through the five practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, as […]
Dive Into Marshall & see what sea creatures you discover! All around town, ocean animals are waiting to be discovered inside local businesses & organizations. From green turtle to Humboldt squid, orca to sea otter, you may even find a new favorite animal. Pick up a Diver's Log at the library & collect cards with […]
Pirates, shipwrecks, & monsters have inhabited our oceans for millennia. MiLibraryQuest: Treasures of the Deep will challenge teen explorers to complete a crossword puzzle by finding clues on the websites of Michigan libraries. Answers to the puzzle will include famous pirates, real shipwrecks, & mythological monsters. The Quest begins on June 15 at mi.gov/MiLibraryQuest. Solve […]
Cast your anchor with your local library as we settle in for a seaworthy storytime. From singing shanties to sharing our favorite storybooks, together we'll have smooth sailing all summer long! This program is planned with preschool-2nd grade in mind, but all ages are welcome. Storytime meets on the Historical Society Capitol Hill Schoolhouse lawn […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Explore the seven seas & beyond by learning about maps & navigation. Together we will study different kinds of maps & then use a map of the library to go on a scavenger hunt. Registration opens June 4 & is required by June 22. This program is for those in grades 3-6 in the fall […]
Explore the seven seas & beyond by learning about maps & navigation. Together we will study different kinds of maps & then use a map of the library to go on a scavenger hunt. Registration opens June 4 & is required by June 22. This program is for those in grades 3-6 in the fall […]
Library board meetings are usually held the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. The meetings are open to the public and are held at the library. If a sign language interpreter is needed, please contact Angela Semifero, Library Director, at 269-781-7821, ext. 11 or semiferoa@yourmdl.org, at least five business days prior to the […]
Let's go swimming, swinging, & shaking! Jump & Jam all summer long with us & build coordination skills, spatial awareness, imagination & more. Dancing is much more than fun; it's early literacy, too! This summer, we're meeting at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds in the Boys & Girls 4-H Building, 720 Fair St., Marshall, MI 49068. […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Throw on your swimsuit, a t-shirt & a pair of shorts for this outdoor event, because you WILL get wet. We'll play a series of water-related games, enjoy a snack, & laugh ourselves silly. All supplies provided. Registration opens June 4 & is required by June 22. This program is for those in grades 6-12 […]
Hold onto your seats as Rhana Paris, Outreach Coordinator at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island, takes us on an after-hours tour of the award-winning galleries & exhibits, from the comfort of Marshall District Library. What do aquarium animals do when the crowds have gone home? Check out habitats from freshwater rivers to fertile […]
Storytime swims directly to your home this summer with Marshall District Library's Virtual Storytime Kit. This program will include stories, rhymes, & music activities perfect for preschoolers. Early elementary students may also enjoy this at-home experience. Explore all the zones of early literacy through the five practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, as […]
Set sail each month with our Teens-Only Subscription Box! Every month you get fun items to keep, supplies for hands-on projects, & BEST OF ALL a library book to ensure those perfect beach reads this summer! Keep the goodies inside, & return the library book & box when you're done. July's Box will include Earth-Friendly […]
Let's go swimming, swinging, & shaking! Jump & Jam all summer long with us & build coordination skills, spatial awareness, imagination & more. Dancing is much more than fun; it's early literacy, too! This summer, we're meeting at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds in the Boys & Girls 4-H Building, 720 Fair St., Marshall, MI 49068. […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Follow along with library assistant Amanda Willerick as she guides you in painting an underwater scene. This program is great for those just learning how to paint with acrylics. All supplies provided. Registration opens June 4 & is required by June 29. This program is for those in grades 6-12 in the fall & will […]
Knots that were once a mariner's pastime can also be used to craft beautiful artwork. This summer, join us in creating a macramé keychain inspired by the ocean. Registration opens June 4 & is required by June 30; must be 18+. All supplies are provided.
Join us at the Brooks Memorial Fountain as YourMDL Librarians SPLASH onto the scene with favorite stories, songs, & more. Fridays at the Fountain is for fishes of all ages, though content is perfect for those in preschool through second grade. Bring a beach blanket & enjoy; no registration is required. The poor weather location […]
Knots that were once a mariner's pastime can also be used to craft beautiful artwork. This summer, join us in creating a macramé keychain inspired by the ocean. Registration opens June 4 & is required by June 30; must be 18+. All supplies are provided.
Cast your anchor with your local library as we settle in for a seaworthy storytime. From singing shanties to sharing our favorite storybooks, together we'll have smooth sailing all summer long! This program is planned with preschool-2nd grade in mind, but all ages are welcome. Storytime meets on the Historical Society Capitol Hill Schoolhouse lawn […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Bring your family, friends, & neighbors to meet some new friends at our first ever Seafoam Social. This event is for all ages! We'll start the night with some get-to-know-you activities & wrap up by playing in a yard full of bubbles & foam! Bring a towel & wear your swimsuit or a t-shirt & […]
Katie D'Addato works at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island at the STAR (Sea Turtle Assistance & Rehabilitation Center). Katie will share all about sea turtles' life cycle, migration patterns, daily habits, & how to help protect these special ocean creatures. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 6. This program is […]
Katie D'Addato works at the North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island at the STAR (Sea Turtle Assistance & Rehabilitation Center). Katie will share all about sea turtles' life cycle, migration patterns, daily habits, & how to help protect these special ocean creatures. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 6. This program is […]
Let's go swimming, swinging, & shaking! Jump & Jam all summer long with us & build coordination skills, spatial awareness, imagination & more. Dancing is much more than fun; it's early literacy, too! This summer, we're meeting at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds in the Boys & Girls 4-H Building, 720 Fair St., Marshall, MI 49068. […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
The ocean hides many secret treasures. Come decorate your own sunken treasure chest or decoupage a dreary shell while having fun with your friends. All supplies provided. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 6. This program is for those in grades 6-12 in the fall & will meet at the library.
Join us at the Brooks Memorial Fountain as YourMDL Librarians SPLASH onto the scene with favorite stories, songs, & more. Fridays at the Fountain is for fishes of all ages, though content is perfect for those in preschool through second grade. Bring a beach blanket & enjoy; no registration is required. The poor weather location […]
Design. Construct. Create. Build based on an offered challenge or do your thing with library-provided LEGOs. Other building & architecture materials will be available as well. This program is designed for youth in grades 3+; however, younger builders are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required & opens June 4; space is limited.
Cast your anchor with your local library as we settle in for a seaworthy storytime. From singing shanties to sharing our favorite storybooks, together we'll have smooth sailing all summer long! This program is planned with preschool-2nd grade in mind, but all ages are welcome. Storytime meets on the Historical Society Capitol Hill Schoolhouse lawn […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Come explore the importance of cleaning up ocean pollution with hands-on activities & trivia. We will walk through the changes that the water goes through as the result of pollution, try to clean up polluted water, & take a pledge to keep our water clean. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 13. […]
Join librarian Chelsea Heisler & fellow book club members for an in-person chat about The Living Great Lakes, by Jerry Dennis. Whether you attend regularly or this is your first meeting – all participants are welcome! Contact the library or visit www.mel.org to borrow a copy of this title. (Large print not available). You may […]
Come explore the importance of cleaning up ocean pollution with hands-on activities & trivia. We will walk through the changes that the water goes through as the result of pollution, try to clean up polluted water, & take a pledge to keep our water clean. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 13. […]
Curious to know more about the environment here in Marshall? Join Cheryl Vosburg & other local environmentalists for an update on the health of our local water & shared community parks. Learn what the Marshall Area Conservation Committee (MACC) has been working on in recent years & what projects are ahead in the future. The […]
Let's go swimming, swinging, & shaking! Jump & Jam all summer long with us & build coordination skills, spatial awareness, imagination & more. Dancing is much more than fun; it's early literacy, too! This summer, we're meeting at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds in the Boys & Girls 4-H Building, 720 Fair St., Marshall, MI 49068. […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Create your own ocean creature filled with rice & optional scents. These Comfort Buddies can be warmed up with just a few seconds in a microwave to create a relaxing little friend for you to hold closely. All supplies provided. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 13. This program is for those […]
Let's get together for an evening float on the Kalamazoo River! Whether you're an avid kayaker or just want to try it out, this event is for you. BYOCK (Bring Your Own Canoe or Kayak) or borrow a kayak for free through partnership with the Marshall Recreation Department. We'll gather & launch by the Public […]
Join us at the Brooks Memorial Fountain as YourMDL Librarians SPLASH onto the scene with favorite stories, songs, & more. Fridays at the Fountain is for fishes of all ages, though content is perfect for those in preschool through second grade. Bring a beach blanket & enjoy; no registration is required. The poor weather location […]
Cast your anchor with your local library as we settle in for a seaworthy storytime. From singing shanties to sharing our favorite storybooks, together we'll have smooth sailing all summer long! This program is planned with preschool-2nd grade in mind, but all ages are welcome. Storytime meets on the Historical Society Capitol Hill Schoolhouse lawn […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Sharks - a key part of the ocean's ecosystem - are iconic & absolutely JAWsome! Learn more about these amazing creatures while taking a shark personality quiz, playing shark games, & exploring the science inside of shark bodies. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 20. This program is for those in grades […]
Sharks - a key part of the ocean's ecosystem - are iconic & absolutely JAWsome! Learn more about these amazing creatures while taking a shark personality quiz, playing shark games, & exploring the science inside of shark bodies. Registration opens June 4 & is required by July 20. This program is for those in grades […]
Meet Abigail Smith, a Michigan 20-something with passions for people, travel, fashion, & sustainable living. Abigail will share a bit about: her previous & current work, using social media for good, & small decisions each of us can make that lead to big wins for our planet. Since high school, Abigail has focused on spreading […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Sharks have gotten loose in the local waters & it's up to you to rescue them! Ready your nets for this Battleship-style game in which the goal is to be the first person to save all of the sharks in your area. No prior knowledge of sharks is required, as we will have plenty of […]
Join us at the Brooks Memorial Fountain as YourMDL Librarians SPLASH onto the scene with favorite stories, songs, & more. Fridays at the Fountain is for fishes of all ages, though content is perfect for those in preschool through second grade. Bring a beach blanket & enjoy; no registration is required. The poor weather location […]
Set sail each month with our Teens-Only Subscription Box! Every month you get fun items to keep, supplies for hands-on projects, & BEST OF ALL a library book to secure those perfect beach reads this summer! Keep the goodies inside, & return the library book & box when you're done. August's Box will include a […]
Storytime swims directly to your home this summer with Marshall District Library's Virtual Storytime Kit. This program will include stories, rhymes, & music activities perfect for preschoolers. Early elementary students may also enjoy this at-home experience. Explore all the zones of early literacy through the five practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, as […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. Up to 30 minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in at the Help Desk. Appointments for other times (& for virtual sessions) are also available by calling 269.781.7821 x2700 or emailing […]
Join us at the Brooks Memorial Fountain as YourMDL Librarians SPLASH onto the scene with favorite stories, songs, & more. Fridays at the Fountain is for fishes of all ages, though content is perfect for those in preschool through second grade. Bring a beach blanket & enjoy; no registration is required. The poor weather location […]
Put the WILD in Wilder Creek when we meet to celebrate the end of summer reading with frozen treats. Grand prize drawings happen here & everyone goes home with something! Wilder Creek Conservation Club & Nature Area is located at 19833 D Dr S, Marshall 49068. No registration necessary.