Ages 2-6 The Virtual Storytime kit is full of supplies for your preschooler to use while following along with stories, songs, & fingerplays...as well as craft projects perfect for building fine-motor skills. Storytime focuses on incorporating the 5 early literacy practices: talk, sing, read, write, & play! Also included in your kit will be a […]
Do you have a sewing machine at home but have never really used it? Would you like to get it out of its case & learn the basics of how to use it? Schedule a 1:1 appointment with Head of Programming Shauna Swantek for a beginner's session. Don't have a sewing machine? Attend the Meet […]
Bring your own Switch or play one of ours with your friends in one of four iconic Nintendo games including: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or Mario Party Superstars. This program is designed for youth in grades 2-6; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. […]
Bring your own Switch or play one of ours with your friends in one of four iconic Nintendo games including: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or Mario Party Superstars. This program is designed for youth in grades 2-6; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. […]
You've collected them all, now learn to play with them all. The Pokémon Trading Cards are more than beautiful & desirable collectibles, they allow you to battle opponents, evolve partners, & claim victory. Learn the rules with a basic starter set & how to build a strong deck. Leave with a custom battle mat, & […]
You've collected them all, now learn to play with them all. The Pokémon Trading Cards are more than beautiful & desirable collectibles, they allow you to battle opponents, evolve partners, & claim victory. Learn the rules with a basic starter set & how to build a strong deck. Leave with a custom battle mat, & […]
Come meet a new plushie friend, then show them off!. You will have the chance to pick out a new stuffed animal friend, play some games to get to know them, & walk them down the runway to show everyone else how awesome they are. Stuffed animals will be provided. This program is designed for […]
Come meet a new plushie friend, then show them off!. You will have the chance to pick out a new stuffed animal friend, play some games to get to know them, & walk them down the runway to show everyone else how awesome they are. Stuffed animals will be provided. This program is designed for […]
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 2+; however, younger builders are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required; space is limited. An evening weeknight & afternoon weekend session […]
Doodle your own design or use provided patterns to create a tiny keepsake for yourself or someone special. This program is designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required; space is limited. A weekday morning & weekend afternoon session are offered; select the day & time that […]
Spring into the world of YourMDL's Teen Loot box! Is that phrase overused? Regardless of eyerolls or actually springing, mark your calendar for the next Loot Box. Each month you sign up, you get a variety of items to keep, crafty things to explore at home or on the go, & a thoughtfully selected library […]
Ages 2-6 The Virtual Storytime kit is full of supplies for your preschooler to use while following along with stories, songs, & fingerplays...as well as craft projects perfect for building fine-motor skills. Storytime focuses on incorporating the 5 early literacy practices: talk, sing, read, write, & play! Also included in your kit will be a […]
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 2+; however, younger builders are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required; space is limited. An evening weeknight & afternoon weekend session […]
Ages 2-6 Discovery is right round the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! Baby toys will be available for younger siblings. No registration required. This program will meet in […]
Brew up a spellbinding potion & carry a bit of magic with you in a tiny bottle necklace. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Ages Birth-6 Help your child prepare for school. This program includes books, songs, & other activities to promote early literacy & self-esteem. We'll end with a preschool-level activity to encourage creativity, focus, & fine-motor skill building. Baby toys will also be available during this time. No registration required. This program will meet in the main […]
Experience methods of creating poetry using words, phrases, or lines that come from somewhere else. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Explore, discover, grow...taste! Spice Club continues, offering one spice each month this spring to experiment with in your kitchen. At the monthly gathering, we'll discuss that month's spice as well as recipe hits & misses. (Meetings are April 4, May 2, & May30; come to one or come to all.) Bring your flavor passport, an […]
Ages 2-6 Listen to fun, interactive music while dancing & moving along! Warm up slow, get moving fast, & finish with a cool down. A variety of music will encourage imagination, counting, development of language skills, & improve coordination. No registration required. This program will meet in the main part of the library building.
We've got a variety of random things for you to paint so come pick one out & paint it! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
April is national poetry month, so let's celebrate in a creative space where we'll create our own poems. Whether you're looking to write your very first poem or have a notebook full of them already, this event is for you. Information will be shared about the Mack & Capman poetry awards facilitated by the Marshall […]
Ages 2-6 Discovery is right round the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! Baby toys will be available for younger siblings. No registration required. This program will meet in […]
Roll the dice to try to get 10 of the same number. Do it enough times & you could triumph as the Tenzi Tourney Champion! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
The Interurban electric railway system transported countless people across the southeast corner of Michigan in the early 1900s. Relive & remember this groundbreaking lifestyle & how the enterprise industrialized the area with guest speaker Tom Nolte. A member of the Grass Lake community since 1986, Nolte will share his experiences with the Lost Railway Museum, […]
Ages Birth-6 Help your child prepare for school. This program includes books, songs, & other activities to promote early literacy & self-esteem. We'll end with a preschool-level activity to encourage creativity, focus, & fine-motor skill building. Baby toys will also be available during this time. No registration required. This program will meet in the main […]
Choose from several spring designs to create a special painting for yourself or someone special. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Marshall District Library board meetings are open to the public & are held at 7pm. The public is welcome to attend. If a sign language interpreter is needed, please contact the library director at least five business days prior.
Ages 2-6 Listen to fun, interactive music while dancing & moving along! Warm up slow, get moving fast, & finish with a cool down. A variety of music will encourage imagination, counting, development of language skills, & improve coordination. No registration required. This program will meet in the main part of the library building.
Come meet the library's sewing machines, learn how they work, & practice "driving" them. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Found poetry is created by pulling words, phrases, or entire lines from other sources. In this program, we will celebrate Poetry Month by exploring several styles of found poetry, such as blackout poetry, the golden shovel method, magnet poetry, & others. All supplies provided; ages 18+ only. Registration required. Please note: Watch your email for […]
Using colored pencils or gel pens, color a springtime greeting card while chatting in a calm environment. All supplies provided; program is free. Ages 18+ only; Registration required. Please note: Watch your email for a response, noting confirmation or waitlist status, within 24-48 hours. If you do not have regular email access, you may contact […]
Bring your favorite Big person, Little person, or your whole family along for a special cooking experience at YourMDL! This round, we will explore recipes from history & learn about the era they come from. This program is recommended for youth in grades 2+ & their favorite adult(s); younger children may attend as part of […]
Ages 2-6 Discovery is right round the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! Baby toys will be available for younger siblings. No registration required. This program will meet in […]
Colored batter & creativity combine as we griddle up some tasty pancake art - it's art you can eat! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Join librarian Chelsea Heisler & fellow book club members for an in-person chat about Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir. This interstellar adventure from Weir is "a tale of discovery, speculation, & survival to rival The Martian" (Amazon). This title is available in regular print, large print, & audiobook through MeLCat. Whether you attend regularly […]
Ages Birth-6 Help your child prepare for school. This program includes books, songs, & other activities to promote early literacy & self-esteem. We'll end with a preschool-level activity to encourage creativity, focus, & fine-motor skill building. Baby toys will also be available during this time. No registration required. This program will meet in the main […]
Use tissue paper & glue to create your own artistic masterpiece. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Ages 2-6 Listen to fun, interactive music while dancing & moving along! Warm up slow, get moving fast, & finish with a cool down. A variety of music will encourage imagination, counting, development of language skills, & improve coordination. No registration required. This program will meet in the main part of the library building.
This grid craft is all grown up. Make your design on a grid base & melt it into something cool. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
A mysterious ticket to the masquerade ball at Ravenwood Castle arrives in your mailbox in an unmarked envelope. It's clear somebody wants you there, but you don't know why. This is where your story begins. Join us for an evening of mystery, masquerading, & murder! This is an interactive murder mystery dinner. The character you […]
Do you have a new dog or would you like to learn more about how to choose the breed that is best for you? How about learning everyday care practices, as well as the basics of training your furry, four-legged friend? Kathy Schaberg Hamaker will discuss these things & more! Kathy has a background in […]
Bring your own Switch or play one of ours with your friends in one of four iconic Nintendo games including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or Mario Party Superstars. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
This is your chance to yell "BINGO" in the library. Winners are awarded books & other prizes. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Learn the basics of stitching Xs to create grid art with thread & needle. Free kit provided. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
In this intermediate macramé project, you will learn 4 different knots that will help you create a beautiful daisy-inspired keychain. You'll have the option to customize the color of your flowers & to add a name with alphabet beads for a personal touch. All supplies provided; program is free. Ages 18+ only; Registration required. Please […]
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 2+; however, younger builders are welcome with adult supervision. Registration required; space is limited. Please note: Watch your email for a […]
Spring into the world of YourMDL's Teen Loot box! Is that phrase overused? Regardless of eyerolls or actually springing, mark your calendar for the next Loot Box. Each month you sign up, you get a variety of items to keep, crafty things to explore at home or on the go, & a thoughtfully selected library […]
Ages 2-6 The Virtual Storytime kit is full of supplies for your preschooler to use while following along with stories, songs, & fingerplays...as well as craft projects perfect for building fine-motor skills. Storytime focuses on incorporating the 5 early literacy practices: talk, sing, read, write, & play! Also included in your kit will be a […]
Ages 2-6 Discovery is right round the corner as children learn while they play. Through guided activities, sensory bins, freestyle crafts, & group stories, your little explorer will delve into the worlds of science, technology, engineering, art, & math! Baby toys will be available for younger siblings. No registration required. This program will meet in […]
You know the rules. Comes play until you win. Everyone plays in one giant game of Uno. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Ages Birth-6 Help your child prepare for school. This program includes books, songs, & other activities to promote early literacy & self-esteem. We'll end with a preschool-level activity to encourage creativity, focus, & fine-motor skill building. Baby toys will also be available during this time. No registration required. This program will meet in the main […]
Show how well you know Marshall District Library by embarking on a library-wide hunt! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Explore, discover, grow...taste! Spice Club continues, offering one spice each month this spring to experiment with in your kitchen. At the monthly gathering, we'll discuss that month's spice as well as recipe hits & misses. (Meetings are April 4, May 2, & May30; come to one or come to all.) Bring your flavor passport, an […]
Ages 2-6 Listen to fun, interactive music while dancing & moving along! Warm up slow, get moving fast, & finish with a cool down. A variety of music will encourage imagination, counting, development of language skills, & improve coordination. No registration required. This program will meet in the main part of the library building.
Learn to make a stylish, customizable spiral keychain using some cotton chord & one knot! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Oh snap! We're headed back to the 90s with these retro crafts that are absolutely "da bomb". We'll be making sand art & lava jars (not real lava) to evoke the essence of this beloved bygone era. Booyah! Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Please note: Watch your email for a response, noting confirmation or […]
Remember the excitement of visiting the book fair when you were in school? Our used books sale is like that but without cute cat posters. A wide variety of books & media will be available at our spring used books sale! Monies collected will be used to fund library programming. Cash, check, or credit card […]
Remember the excitement of visiting the book fair when you were in school? Our used books sale is like that but without cute cat posters. A wide variety of books & media will be available at our spring used books sale! Monies collected will be used to fund library programming. Cash, check, or credit card […]
