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 […]

Ever wonder about your family’s newsworthy deeds? Join MDL librarian Melissa Rzepczynski in learning about NewspaperArchive, a digital database of local news sources from Marshall, Albion, Tekonsha, & many more newspapers. Cozy up at this program & learn how to search articles, investigate headlines, & locate individuals to uncover your family’s story with this digital […]

Transform well-loved book pages into a flower to keep or gift. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of January 12 open for registration on January 5. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.

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 […]

Is there anything cozier than the smell of freshly baked bread? Make all of your sourdough dreams come true by attending this hands-on introductory class presented by Jen Rice. Learn what a sourdough starter is, how to keep it alive, & how to prepare, score, & bake a delicious loaf. This is a beginner-baker friendly […]

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 and paint your own ceramic coaster. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of January 12 open for registration on January 5. If there is space, you may register the day of the program.

Meet at the library for a very special storytime dinner this winter. Bring a blanket & get cozy as library staff share their favorite stories & songs. This program is designed for those in grades PreK-2; family members are welcome to join. Registration requested but not 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.

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 […]

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 […]

Build a cake out of OREOS & then practice your decorating skills with frosting. Then: sugar rush! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend. Registration is required & opens the week before. For example, programs the week of January 12 open for registration on January 5. If there is space, you may register the day of […]

Birthdays, holidays, sports seasons…the next book in the series! Sometimes waiting is half the fun of the anticipation, & librarians at YourMDL are also excited about upcoming books. Join us for this special countdown of Can’t Wait titles that might already be on your TBR (To Be Read) List or might catch your attention for […]

Start off the new year with Sparkle! Create a mini mirror ball to decorate your room, your locker, or anywhere that needs a party boost. We'll use styrofoam balls & mirror tiles to reflect our true colors. Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting […]

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 […]

Fluffy pancakes flipped by you & fun jigsaw puzzles to solve create a perfect Saturday Morning at YourMDL. Make it a mini party by grabbing friends & family - the more the merrier when there's breakfast & games. All ages invited; registration required. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting […]