Grow together in this storytime designed for beginning early literacy. Through the practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play, caregivers & their little learners will build a base for reading, social-emotional learning, school readiness & more--all through fun stories, fingerplays, & songs. This program is planned with ages 18 months-3 years in mind, but […]

With a blank cupcake as your canvas, use frosting & toppings to decorate on a theme. Also, eat it. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of December 8 open for registration on December 1. If there is space, you may register the […]

Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smartphones, laptops, & more during drop-in Tech Time. 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 MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization technology--welcomes you to visit anytime the library is open. Local history librarians are on hand during drop-in hours twice a week; during these sessions, they are happy to aid with research, the Center's technology, or help to get you started on your genealogy […]

Make your own stamp by using special tools. We'll carve our designs into Lino blocks, cover our blocks in ink & press them onto sheets of paper to create a print. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of December 8 open for […]

Need a space to have some adult time in peace while your little ones explore & engage in various crafts & activities? We’ve got you covered. Children can free-play while you relax with a cup of cocoa & some cookies. Let your children explore the various activities or discover some new children’s books. The youth […]

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.

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. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Please remember to […]

Create patterns or pixel art using beads that will be ironed in order to fuse them together so you can take your creation to go! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of December 8 open for registration on December 1. If there […]

Our technology team is on hand to assist you with questions regarding smartphones, laptops, & more during drop-in Tech Time. 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 […]

‘Tis the season…it’s time for the highly anticipated return of Santa & Singing. Join the library staff for a social evening full of holiday cheer featuring Marshall District Library’s “house band,” The Long Overdues! Enjoy some holiday favorites & join in to close the evening with our traditional carol sing-a-long. There will be treats, music, […]

Leona is in the building! Leona is a certified therapy dog through the Alliance of Therapy dogs. Her favorite things are meeting new reading friends, eating all the snacks, & playing disc-golf with her humans. Reading with Leona can help to build a young reader's confidence, improve comprehension, & boost communication skills. You'll receive 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! This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. Baby toys […]

The MDL History Center--where you can explore unique documents, yearbooks, & digitization technology--welcomes you to visit anytime the library is open. Local history librarians are on hand during drop-in hours twice a week; during these sessions, they are happy to aid with research, the Center's technology, or help to get you started on your genealogy […]

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. Our programs are free (& very popular)! […]