Let literature come to life! Author John Bellairs used his hometown of Marshall as inspiration for many places in his Lewis Barnavelt & Anthony Monday mystery books. Now you can use this UPDATED self-guided tour to explore the fictional towns of New Zebedee, Michigan & Hoosac, Minnesota by visiting locations around Marshall.
What are those white boxes? Teen Loot Boxes! Each month you sign up, you get a variety of unique crafts, useful trinkets, a delectable snack, plus an expertly selected library book to read in-between homework. Save all the awesome loot inside & return the library book & box when you are finished. October Loot participants […]
Let's read some stories, share some songs, & learn something new together with Virtual Storytime. Little learners will expand their world & prepare for school through the Early Literacy practices of Talk, Sing, Read, Write, & Play. Kits will include a special link to YourMDL's YouTube channel along with supplies to create a themed craft […]
Visit the library during the month of September & adopt a baby houseplant that has been propagated by a Marshall Area Garden Club member. Then join local resident & garden club member Duane Dupee as he gives an introduction to the care & feeding of houseplants & propagation techniques, as well as which plants are […]
Enjoy an hour of relaxing grown-up coloring with music in the background. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
Using bottlecaps we'll craft a keychain that's not edible, but still super adorable. Grades 6-12 are invited to attend; registration required.
A half-hour introductory storytime for the whole family with a focus on those who are just learning to sit & engage with stories in a group setting. Playtime included! This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend, including babies.
Have you enjoyed any gourmet mushrooms from the Marshall Area Farmers Market this year? Come learn about mycology (the science of fungi/mushrooms) from Dr. Glenn Stamps, PH.D., owner of Mad Scientist Mushrooms. Dr. Stamps has three main goals as a mad scientist & entrepreneur: 1. Provide locally grown gourmet mushrooms to individuals & restaurants 2. […]