Explore, Discover, Grow
Library Loot is cheerfully given; so why not give it a try? Each month you register, a magical box of goodies awaits. Along for the journey is an expertly selected book to enjoy. Keep the loot inside & return the library book & box when you are finished. March Loot participants must return their box […]
Have a quacking good time this spring & participate in our duck-o-rating contest. Beginning March 12, stop by the library to register & pick up a rubber ducky. Duck-o-rate your new friend, keeping a travel theme in mind. Voting by library patrons will commence between April 15-28. Winners of the contest will be announced on […]
Celebrate the warmer weather by painting your own terracotta pot & planting flower seeds for spring. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday before. For example, programs the week of March 17 open March 14.
Move your body & exercise your brain during a full half-hour of music & movement. We'll get to use our little muscles & big muscles, which helps our brains get bigger & get ready for school. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. […]
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 […]
Use a library sewing machine & get a license to “drive” it! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday before. For example, programs the week of March 17 open March 14.
Come together for storytime. Little learners will expand their world & prepare for school through the Early Literacy practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play. Stay afterward for interactive playtime. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend.
Recall your favorite Michigan adventures while crafting with actual maps to create meaningful keepsakes. We'll make magnets, buttons, & more while sharing stories of our favorite spots around the Great Lakes state. This program is free; all supplies provided. Registration required. Ages 18+ only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a […]
Discovery is right around 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! No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to […]
Recall your favorite Michigan adventures while crafting with actual maps to create meaningful keepsakes. We'll make magnets, buttons, & more while sharing stories of our favorite spots around the Great Lakes state. This program is free; all supplies provided. Registration required. Ages 18+ only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a […]
Drop in & visit with Leona, a certified therapy dog through the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. She is a seven year-old American Staffordshire Terrier who was rescued from Calhoun County Animal Center when she was a puppy. Leona loves cuddling up to listen to a good book & encouraging her new friends on their awesome […]
Griddle & flip these yummy cakes & eat them up with delicious toppings. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday before. For example, programs the week of March 24 open March 21.
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 […]
Have you ever wondered about your ancestors' travel routes? Are you interested in learning how to discover more about your ancestors' origins, residences, & locations they may have traveled? During this program, you will learn about resources available to help you explore the migration routes, transportation options, & resources relevant to this time in history. […]
Doodle your own design or use provided patterns to create a tiny keepsakes for yourself or someone special. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday before. For example, programs the week of March 24 open March 21.
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in to the Marengo Township Hall between 5-7 pm with your questions. Up to 30-minute sessions are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign in when you arrive. The hall is located at 14021 23 Mile Rd Albion, MI […]
Explore, discover, grow...taste! Spice Club offers one spice each month to experiment with in your kitchen. Dig into international flavors at Spice Club this spring as we travel through cookbooks. Stop at the Help Desk to pick up your spice packet & borrow each month's title. Meetings are held monthly; registration is required each month […]
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 […]
Using felt you’ll create a reusable tic-tac-toe board that’s perfectly portable for all your travel needs! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday before. For example, programs the week of March 24 open March 21.
Aliens have landed at YourMDL! Create your own out-of-this-world pet using clay & paint. What does a dog from space look like? You decide! Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, please let us know! […]
This event is full & registration is closed. Whether your friends are near or far, you can stay connected through friendship bracelets. Make a pattern, spell out your name, or surprise yourself! Come connect with others in a calm atmosphere of creating while beading bracelets to keep or give away. These programs are designed for […]
This program is now full. Please see the event calendar for other library programs. Whether your friends are near or far, you can stay connected through friendship bracelets. Make a pattern, spell out your name, or surprise yourself! Come connect with others in a calm atmosphere of creating while beading bracelets to keep or give […]
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 […]
Round out Women’s History Month at Marshall District Library & travel back in time with presenters from the Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center as they share riveting stories of three trailblazing women who defied societal norms to make their mark in early aviation. Katharine Wright, a driving force behind the success of her famous […]
Angela Sandiego travels the world, looking for unique & sparkly artifacts. She sometimes even steals them for herself. A recent trip has brought her to Scotland, where she hopes to learn more about their enchanting history & culture. While researching Scotland's mystical past, she stumbles upon something she must have for her collection. She nabs […]
Library Loot is cheerfully given; so why not give it a try? Each month you register, a magical box of goodies awaits. Along for the journey is an expertly selected book to enjoy. Keep the loot inside & return the library book & box when you are finished. April Loot participants must return their box […]
This event is full & registration is closed. Calling all insect investigators! Receive a Bug Box - the perfect contraption to hold creatures while you study them. Use paint to decorate your new tool & make it uniquely you! Bug boxes generously built & donated by Marshall Hardware. These programs are designed for youth in […]
This event is full & registration is closed. Calling all insect investigators! Receive a Bug Box - the perfect contraption to hold creatures while you study them. Use paint to decorate your new tool & make it uniquely you! Bug boxes generously built & donated by Marshall Hardware. These programs are designed for youth in […]
An introspective science-fiction novel interwoven with Mexican folklore, April takes a journey through the stars with The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera. Books on Tap reads titles not typically found at your neighbor's book club. No celebrity lists, no high-profile awards, but plenty of adventure, excitement, & reflection. In The Last Cuentista, the future […]
This event is full & registration is closed. Explore game design by creating a simple pinball machine from a pizza box. Combine your creativity with the science of forces & motion. Game on! These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session […]
Explore game design by creating a simple pinball machine from a pizza box. Combine your creativity with the science of forces & motion. Game on! These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session are offered of each program; select the day […]
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 […]
This program is now full. Please see the events calendar for more library programs. Spring is here & that means more time to explore outdoors. Among the bugs & trees, you might be able to find some fairies & gnomes! Create your own fantasy field guide to help others discover the magic of nature. These […]
This program is now full. Please see the events calendar for more library programs. Spring is here & that means more time to explore outdoors. Among the bugs & trees, you might be able to find some fairies & gnomes! Create your own fantasy field guide to help others discover the magic of nature. These […]
Drop in & visit with Leona, a certified therapy dog through the Alliance of Therapy Dogs. She is a seven year-old American Staffordshire Terrier who was rescued from Calhoun County Animal Center when she was a puppy. Leona loves cuddling up to listen to a good book & encouraging her new friends on their awesome […]
This event is full & registration is closed. Aren't traveling over break? Pretend! Select one of the provided travel-themed images to use as inspiration & create your own spring break masterpiece on canvas. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session […]
This event is full & registration is closed. Aren't traveling over break? Pretend! Select one of the provided travel-themed images to use as inspiration & create your own spring break masterpiece on canvas. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session […]
Create a mini library to take with you wherever you are! Decorate tiny shelves with tiny books & other tiny items to customize it just for you. Oh, & a mini library card too, of course! Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; […]
Drop in anytime & create using the library's LEGO collection. No rules, no instructions...build using all the creativity your brain can provide. LEGOs are intended for school-age youth; children must be accompanied by an adult during this open play session. No registration is required.