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Happy Camp Little Free Puzzle Library
Enjoy a community-wide puzzle swap throughout the winter months of January & February. You can take one home anytime you like. If you have one to add to the little […]
Winter Reading Challenge
Take the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge in celebration of Smokey’s 80th birthday. Read 5 books during Happy Camp & get a Marshall District Library flashlight. Throughout the Reading Challenge, special […]
5 events,
DIY Dragon Eye
DIY Dragon Eye
Using air-dry clay you’ll bring the eye of this fantastical beast to life in this hands-on craft. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for weekly afterschool […]
Tour of The Hub @ 128
Tour of The Hub @ 128
Meet up for a Happy Camp Field Trip downtown at The Hub @ 128! Join Jaimie McAllister & staff for a tour of the coworking & event space where professionals, […]
3 events,
Oreo Party
Oreo Party
Play Oreo games, make Oreo jewelry, & have Oreo snacks! Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for weekly afterschool events opens the Friday before. For example, […]
6 events,
Springtime Birdhouses
Springtime Birdhouses
Decorate a small wooden birdhouse with Mod Podge & magic. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for weekly afterschool events opens the Friday before. For example, […]
Adult (Only) LEGO Club
Adult (Only) LEGO Club
If you're 18 or 18+ & love LEGOs, this night is for you! Leave the kids at home, & meet at Grand River Brewery for some fun challenges using the […]
Your First Day of Crochet
Your First Day of Crochet
Want to know what the crochet craze is all about? Come give it a try at this introductory event where we will cover crochet techniques for the absolute beginner. Topics […]
3 events,
Teen Night: Pancakes & PJs
Teen Night: Pancakes & PJs
Get cozy with your favorite PJs (or your comfiest clothes) for a yummy evening at the library. We'll test our pancake art skills, test the boundaries of pancake toppings, & […]
1 event,
March Teen Loot Box
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 […]
1 event,
4 events,
Origami Cranes
Origami Cranes
Learn to fold this traditional symbol of luck using paper (plus a little patience & practice). Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the […]
3 events,
Latch Hook Mug Rugs
Latch Hook Mug Rugs
Use a special hook to attach yarn to canvas to create a colorful mini rug. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the […]
Books on Tap: Legends & Lattes
Books on Tap: Legends & Lattes
An orc hangs up her sword for good to take on a new adventure of running a café, in a fantasy world where no one has heard of coffee. Meet […]
4 events,
Jumpin’ & Jammin’
Jumpin’ & Jammin’
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 […]
Half-Day Perler Beads
Half-Day Perler Beads
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 […]
3 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
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 […]
Reading with Leona
Reading with Leona
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 […]
2 events,
STEAM Explorers
STEAM Explorers
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 […]
1 event,
1 event,
5 events,
Pokémon Canvas Creations
Pokémon Canvas Creations
Paint a portrait of a cozy Pikachu sleeping on a Snorlax. Perfect for bedroom decor & comfy vibes. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool […]
Songs & Stories of Ireland
Songs & Stories of Ireland
Registration is now closed. Please see the events calendar for more library events. Join us at Marshall District Library & let the wonderful songs of Ireland & the voice of […]
3 events,
Spring Canvas Creations
Spring Canvas Creations
Choose from several spring designs (or create your own) to make a special painting. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday […]
Library Board Meeting
Library Board Meeting
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 […]
6 events,
Around the World in 80 Ducks
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 […]
Jumpin’ & Jammin’
Jumpin’ & Jammin’
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 […]
Nintendo Switch Games
Nintendo Switch Games
Bring your own Switch or play one of ours with your friends in one of four iconic Nintendo games including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Mario Wonder, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, […]
Poké-Pals Meetup
Poké-Pals Meetup
Can't wait to show off your card collection? Need to add friends for the next Raid battle in GO? Just need to talk about your favorite Pokémon with friends who […]
3 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
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 […]
4 events,
STEAM Explorers
STEAM Explorers
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 […]
Teen Night: Snacks Around the World
Teen Night: Snacks Around the World
Snacks abound as we sample flavors from around the world & learn about what makes them popular. Can you guess where each snack comes from? Registration is required; Grades 6-12 […]
6 events,
String Art: Stitched Rainbow
String Art: Stitched Rainbow
Create a rainbow themed motif using a needle, some thread, & some cardstock. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration is required. Registration for afterschool programs opens the Friday before. […]
March Book Club: Trespasses
March Book Club: Trespasses
Join the Monday night book club for an in-person chat about Trespasses by Louise Kennedy. Trespasses is set in Northern Ireland during the Troubles. This shattering novel is “about a […]
3 events,
Painted Planters
Painted Planters
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 […]
5 events,
Jumpin’ & Jammin’
Jumpin’ & Jammin’
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 […]
Sewing Machine Driving School
Sewing Machine Driving School
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 […]
4 events,
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
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 […]
Crafty March: For the Love of Michigan
Crafty March: For the Love of Michigan
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 […]
4 events,
STEAM Explorers
STEAM Explorers
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 […]
Crafty March: For the Love of Michigan
Crafty March: For the Love of Michigan
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 […]
3 events,
Reading with Leona
Reading with Leona
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 […]
1 event,
4 events,
Pancake Party
Pancake Party
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. […]
Tracing the Travels of Your Ancestors
Tracing the Travels of Your Ancestors
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 […]
4 events,
Shrinky Dinks & Keychains
Shrinky Dinks & Keychains
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 […]
Marengo Township Tech Time
Marengo Township Tech Time
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 […]
Spice & Cookbook Club: The Sweet Polish Kitchen
Spice & Cookbook Club: The Sweet Polish Kitchen
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. […]
3 events,
Tic-Tac-Toe to Go
Tic-Tac-Toe to Go
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 […]
2 events,
Teen Night: Alien Adoption
Teen Night: Alien Adoption
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. […]
2 events,
1 event,
1 event,
6 events,
Magical Mastermind: An International Mystery Room
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 […]
Create & Connect: Beaded Bracelets
Create & Connect: Beaded Bracelets
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 […]
Create & Connect: Beaded Bracelets
Create & Connect: Beaded Bracelets
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 […]
Women in Air & Space: Pioneering Women in Early Flight
Women in Air & Space: Pioneering Women in Early Flight
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 […]
6 events,
April Teen Loot Box
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 […]
Bug Hunters: Gear Up!
Bug Hunters: Gear Up!
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 […]
Bug Hunters: Gear Up!
Bug Hunters: Gear Up!
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 […]
Books on Tap: The Last Cuentista
Books on Tap: The Last Cuentista
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 […]
6 events,
Pizza Box Pinball
Pizza Box Pinball
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 […]
Pizza Box Pinball
Pizza Box Pinball
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 […]
6 events,
Fantasy Field Guides
Fantasy Field Guides
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 […]
Fantasy Field Guides
Fantasy Field Guides
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 […]
Reading with Leona
Reading with Leona
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 […]
6 events,
Canvas Creations: Travel Edition
Canvas Creations: Travel Edition
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 […]
Canvas Creations: Travel Edition
Canvas Creations: Travel Edition
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 […]
Teen Night: Travel Libraries
Teen Night: Travel Libraries
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 […]
4 events,
Open LEGO Play
Open LEGO Play
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 […]