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OCT14
marionpl · Marion, IA
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Lifelong learning
OCT14
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Theater & film
OCT14
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Theater & film
1776: The Musical Discussion
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Join us in discussion with local musical producer and local history professor for a fascinating, double-sided look at the hit show 1776: The Musical, presented by Revival Theatre Company. Discover the high-stakes theatrical magic required to bring the Founding Fathers to the local stage, while separating historical fact from musical fiction. This lively discussion offers the perfect mix of backstage secrets and revolutionary truths for theatre fans, history buffs, and anyone looking for a fun...
Arts and craftsIndoors
Community & civic
OCT15
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Classes & arts
OCT15
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Classes & arts
Grant Wood and the American Revolution
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What does Grant Wood, famous for his American Gothic painting, have to do with the American Revolution? It's quite an interesting story, and involves the famous stained glass window in the Veteran's Memorial Building in Cedar Rapids. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art Executive Director Sean Ulmer connects the dots with a fascinating program--please join us! This program is part of The Big Marion Read, a community-wide reading program that connects people of all ages with themed books, activities, an...
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Community & civic
OCT15
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Classes & arts
OCT15
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Community & civic
OCT16
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Community & civic
Technology Help Table
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Community members can stop by with questions and receive hands-on assistance with phones, iPads and tablets, settings, apps, general device use, and other technology concerns. For assistance with email, Apple ID, apps, or other accounts, attendees should bring or know their passwords, if possible. For privacy and security reasons, they will not have access to attendees passwords and having them available will help them to receive the proper assistance. To allow for each person to receive tech...
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Community & civic
OCT16
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Community & civic
OCT16
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Lifelong learning
OCT17
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Lifelong learning
Adult MakerSpace Program: Decorative Potions
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There will be no foolish wand-waving or silly incantations in this class! Using glass bottles and a variety of mix-ins to create beautiful or spooky decorations for your home or lair. Please note: these potions are purely decorative and not food safe.
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Community & civic
OCT17
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Classes & arts
OCT19
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Lifelong learning
OCT19
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Lifelong learning
Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals
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Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients. Attendees will learn how to make various dishes, sample the results, and take home a meal kit with all necessary ingredients to make the meal. Meal kits serve 4 - 5 individuals and will also be available for pickup after class; please visit with staff for details. Meal is Tuna or Chicken Rice Bake. This class and meal kits are made possible through a grant from the A...
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Community & civic
OCT20
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Classes & arts
OCT20
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Classes & artsFree
Senior Crafting Social with Home Instead
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Senior Crafting Social is a fun and relaxing program for seniors to learn a new craft and enjoy connecting with other seniors in the area. Enjoy projects like paint by number, both bomb making, and seasonal crafts at no cost. This program is hosted in partnership with Home Instead. About Home Instead Home Instead offers personalized care plans area seniors and their families in their homes. Learn more about the organization here.
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Lifelong learning
OCT20
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Community & civic
OCT20
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Community & civic
OCT20
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Lifelong learning
OCT20
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Lifelong learning
Tai Chi for Beginners
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This Tai Chi program is geared towards beginners who aren't sure where to start or are afraid of joining an advanced class.
Dance and fitnessIndoors
Community & civic
OCT21
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Community & civic
OCT21
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Community & civic
OCT21
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Community & civic
Hopeful Mama Foundation Support Group
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The Hopeful Mama Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports women on their fertility journey as a hopeful mama. The foundation is launching local + virtual support groups, which embodies Hopeful Mama's core values of advocacy, education and support. Light refreshments are provided. Learn more about the Hopeful Mama Foundation here.
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Community & civic
OCT21
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Community & civic
FSB Financial Series: Estate Planning
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Join us as Farmers State Bank shares an empowering and insightful presentation that redefines retirement planning as a powerful tool for legacy building. The Journey: Estate Planning Before, During and After Retirement Are you prepared for the next chapter of your life? Discover how strategic retirement planning secures your financial future and protects, optimizes, and positions your estate to benefit your loved ones - before, during, and after retirement. You’ll learn how to build a retirem...
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Lifelong learning
OCT21
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Community & civic
OCT22
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Community & civic
OCT22
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Classes & arts
OCT22
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Community & civic
OCT22
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Community & civic
OCT23
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Community & civic
OCT23
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Community & civic
OCT24
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Community & civic
Cedar Valley Woodcarvers
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Cedar Valley Woodcarvers welcome patrons of all ages to stop by and ask questions about woodcarving and projects members are working on.
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Classes & arts
OCT26
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Community & civic
OCT26
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Lifelong learning
OCT27
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Tai Chi for Beginners
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This Tai Chi program is geared towards beginners who aren't sure where to start or are afraid of joining an advanced class.
Dance and fitnessIndoors
Community & civic
OCT27
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Community & civic
OCT27
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Community & civic
OCT27
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Lifelong learning
OCT27
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Community & civic
OCT27
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Community & civic
OCT28
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
FSB Financial Series: Estate Planning
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Are you prepared for the next chapter of your life? Discover how strategic retirement planning secures your financial future and protects, optimizes, and positions your estate to benefit your loved ones - before, during, and after retirement. Attendees will learn how to build a retirement roadmap that provides insight into income security during your retirement years and addresses essential estate planning concerns such as: - How to protect and preserve your assets - Key retirement income str...
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Lifelong learning
OCT28
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Community & civic
OCT28
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Community & civic
OCT28
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Community & civic
OCT29
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Community & civic
OCT29
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Classes & arts
OCT29
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Community & civic
OCT30
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Community & civic
NOV1
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Community & civic
Puzzle Exchange
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Gather your puzzles and get ready - it's time for our fall Puzzle Exchange! Between October 17 - 31, patrons can drop off gently used puzzles at the Information Desk. Patrons will receive one ticket for each puzzle box that is brought in. Then, stop by the Community Room on Sunday, November 1 to pick out new puzzles using the tickets received. Please ensure that there are no missing pieces so each participant has a complete puzzle to enjoy.
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Classes & arts
NOV3
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Community & civic
NOV3
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Lifelong learning
NOV5
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Classes & arts
NOV5
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Lifelong learning
NOV6
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Lifelong learning
Culinary Class: Gia's Italian Kitchen
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Food and wineIndoors
Community & civic
NOV6
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Lifelong learning
NOV7
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Lifelong learning
Author Talk: Jason Bell
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Hosted in partnership with Swamp Fox Bookstore, Dr. Bell is the author of Cracking the Nazi Code and Operation Sparrow. He will be in conversation with store owner and WWII history buff, Terri M. LeBlanc. RSVPs are recommended to save your seat. About the Author Jason Bell is a professor of philosophy at the University of New Brunswick. He has taught in the graduate program at the Higher Institute of Philosophy at the Katholieke Universteit Leuven in Belgium, at Vanderbilt University, and at...
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Community & civic
NOV7
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Holiday Decor Pass-Along Drop-Off Hours
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Visit the library between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to drop-off your gently used holiday decorations for the Holiday Decor Pass-Along. Items that are being accepted for the pass-along include: - General holiday-themed decor - Working Christmas lights (must be boxed and neatly organized) - In-box Christmas trees (one per person) - Tree skirts and toppers - Ornaments - Themed lawn decorations (no blow-up decorations, please) - Wreaths - Menoras - Nativities Items that are not being accepted for the pas...
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Community & civic
NOV8
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Community & civicFree
Holiday Decor Pass-Along
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The library's Holiday Decor Pass-Along is an opportunity for community members to donate (or "pass along") gently-used, functional holiday decorations to the library, allowing themselves and anyone interested to shop for free amongst donated items. All items not passed along during the event will be donated locally. Items that are being accepted for the pass-along include: - General holiday-themed decor - Working Christmas lights (must be boxed and neatly organized) - In-box Christmas trees (...
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Lifelong learning
NOV9
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Chair Yoga with Tammy
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Are you interesting in learning yoga, but have some mobility restrictions or struggle with regular yoga? Consider giving chair yoga a try. Chair yoga uses a chair for seated and some standing positions. This beginner-level class with Tammy Bayer is a great way to learn yoga for those who are new to it, have physical limitations, or simply find regular mat yoga challenging.
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Community & civic
NOV10
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