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JUN18
marionpl · Marion, IA
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JUN18
marionpl · Marion, IA
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JUN18
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Artificial Intelligence & Disinformation with AARP
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This program is in partnership with AARP IA and registration is required. You can register here. Disinformation refers to false information created to mislead people, and it's nothing new. But today's AI-powered tools and social media have made it easier and faster to create and spread disinformation. In this lecture, we’ll explore how AI is used to create convincing deepfakes and clone voices, making it challenging to distinguish between real and fake content. We’ll also review best practice...
Classes and talksIndoors
Senior programs
JUN19
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
Senior WISE Program
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The Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) program is an evidence-based wellness program for older adults that empowers them to make positive, healthy choices. Join us for 6 weeks of age-focused discussions on mental health, substance use, and reasons to celebrate getting older! This program is hosted in partnership with ASAC.
Community & civic
JUN20
marionpl · Marion, IA
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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Lifelong learning
JUN21
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Culinary Class: Easy Appetizers for Summer
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When it's too hot to make a big meal, appetizers are the answer! This fun, casual cooking class will cover easy, no-fuss appetizers with recipes to take home. Thank you to the Marion Public Library Foundation for their generous support of this year's Summer Library Program and library culinary programs.
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Classes & arts
JUN21
marionpl · Marion, IA
Classes & arts
Wine Glass Painting
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Adults deserve fun summer crafting, too! Join us to hand paint wine glasses. This is a great social opportunity, as well as an awesome way to acquire some sweet new glassware. All materials will be provided.
Arts and craftsFood and wineIndoors
Community & civic
JUN22
marionpl · Marion, IA
Classes & arts
JUN22
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN22
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Beginning Crochet Classes
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Crazy Yarn Club is a 6-week, beginner-friendly crochet series designed to bring creativity, connection, and confidence to the community. During these six weeks, participants will learn foundational crochet skills in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone is welcome to learn at their own pace. What You’ll Learn • How to hold a hook and yarn comfortably • Slip knot and chain stitch • Single crochet and building rows • Turning work and maintaining stitch count • Beginning and finishing...
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
JUN22
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.
Dance and fitnessIndoors
Community & civic
JUN23
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUN23
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
Lifelong learning
JUN23
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN23
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN23
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUN24
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN24
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civicHappens regularly
Adult Pathfinder
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It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Michael, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest Pathfinder players in our community. This group meets every week. Registration is full for this event - click here to fill out a player form to register for upcoming sessions!
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Theater & film
JUN24
marionpl · Marion, IA
Theater & film
All Ages Movie
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Bring family and friends to the library for All Ages Movie Day! Popcorn and water will be provided, and outside snacks are permitted. Attendees who would like to sit on the floor are welcome to bring blankets and/or pillows. Movie Selections June 24: Elio (PG), Runtime: 98 minutes Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who he...
Arts and craftsIndoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUN24
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Beginning Crochet Classes
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Crazy Yarn Club is a 6-week, beginner-friendly crochet series designed to bring creativity, connection, and confidence to the community. During these six weeks, participants will learn foundational crochet skills in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone is welcome to learn at their own pace. What You’ll Learn • How to hold a hook and yarn comfortably • Slip knot and chain stitch • Single crochet and building rows • Turning work and maintaining stitch count • Beginning and finishing...
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUN24
marionpl · Marion, IA
Classes & arts
JUN25
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN25
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN26
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
JUN26
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
Senior WISE Program
marionpl
The Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) program is an evidence-based wellness program for older adults that empowers them to make positive, healthy choices. Join us for 6 weeks of age-focused discussions on mental health, substance use, and reasons to celebrate getting older! This program is hosted in partnership with ASAC.
Classes & arts
JUN29
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN29
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Uptown Marion Walking Tour
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The History Center is back with another educational history walk through Uptown Marion, covering both past and present history! This tour will begin at the library's 6th Avenue entrance. Attendees are encouraged to bring a water bottle, protective clothing and/or sunglasses, and wear comfortable shoes.
IndoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUN29
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN29
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Beginning Crochet Classes
marionpl
Crazy Yarn Club is a 6-week, beginner-friendly crochet series designed to bring creativity, connection, and confidence to the community. During these six weeks, participants will learn foundational crochet skills in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone is welcome to learn at their own pace. What You’ll Learn • How to hold a hook and yarn comfortably • Slip knot and chain stitch • Single crochet and building rows • Turning work and maintaining stitch count • Beginning and finishing...
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
JUN29
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Beach Read Book Club
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Do you love lighthearted beach reads? Each book club meeting will feature a different prominent author of 'beach reads', also known as lighthearted romance novels best read in the summer or on the beach! Read one (or more) of the author's books beforehand, and join us for lively discussion and refreshments. June 8th: Mary Kay Andrews June 29th: Dorothea Benton Frank July 13th: Elin Hildebrand July 27th: Susan Mallery
Classes and talksOutdoorsIndoors
Lifelong learning
JUN29
marionpl · Marion, IA
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 in the library's food pantry after class. Recipe for this class is Rice and Beans Three Ways: Taco, Curry, or Herbed. This class and meal kits are made po...
Food and wineIndoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUN30
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Summer Writing Circle
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Are you looking for a comfortable, low-stakes environment to practice creative writing and get feedback from peers? Join or Summer Writing Circle! We'll provide a general theme and encourage writer's to spend about 45 minutes creating a piece around it, in any format they desire. At the end of the session, we'll get back together to (optionally) share our work! Refreshments will be provided.
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUN30
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUN30
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUL1
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUL1
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Swords and Roses Presents: Dead Men Do Tell Tales
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Get ready for some swashbuckling, silliness, swordfights, and some surprises as some of the most famous pirates of all time are gathering to celebrate the Pirate Queen’s birthday. All that attend will get to hear the tales of these famous pirates! Presented by Swords and Roses who were founded in 2000 by sisters Maria and Susan Romine, Swords and Roses started out as an entertaining pirate show at the Greater St. Louis Renaissance Faire. The sisters took their show on the road incorporating S...
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Classes & arts
JUL2
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUL3
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
JUL3
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
Heritage Area Agency on Aging Open Office Hours
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Come chat with a Heritage Care Team member during open office hours. These office hours are geared towards individuals age 60+ and adults with disabilities to talk about caregiving and services such as meals, transportation, chores, and more. About Heritage Area Agency on Aging For more than 50 years, Heritage Area Agency on Aging has walked alongside older Iowans and caregivers—helping people age with dignity, independence, and choice. Heritage connects people with nutrition and wellness pro...
Community & civic
JUL6
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Beginning Crochet Classes
marionpl
Crazy Yarn Club is a 6-week, beginner-friendly crochet series designed to bring creativity, connection, and confidence to the community. During these six weeks, participants will learn foundational crochet skills in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone is welcome to learn at their own pace. What You’ll Learn • How to hold a hook and yarn comfortably • Slip knot and chain stitch • Single crochet and building rows • Turning work and maintaining stitch count • Beginning and finishing...
Bring the grandkids
Classes & arts
JUL6
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUL7
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Tai Chi for Beginners
marionpl
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
JUL7
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUL7
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUL7
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
Summer Writing Circle
marionpl
Are you looking for a comfortable, low-stakes environment to practice creative writing and get feedback from peers? Join or Summer Writing Circle! We'll provide a general theme and encourage writer's to spend about 45 minutes creating a piece around it, in any format they desire. At the end of the session, we'll get back together to (optionally) share our work! Refreshments will be provided.
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
JUL8
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUL8
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civicHappens regularly
Adult Pathfinder
marionpl
It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Michael, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest Pathfinder players in our community. This group meets every week. Registration is full for this event - click here to fill out a player form to register for upcoming sessions!
WeeklyBring the grandkids
Classes & arts
JUL9
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUL9
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals
marionpl
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 in the library's food pantry after class. This class and meal kits are made possible through a grant from the Aegon Transamerica Foundation along with Hor...
Food and wineIndoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUL10
marionpl · Marion, IA
Classes & arts
JUL11
marionpl · Marion, IA
Classes & arts
It's Corn! MakerSpace Craft
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Attendees will make corn candles using guided instructions and materials including pillar and votive candles, yellow pony beads and lots of hot glue! Supplies will be provided and previous craft experience is not required.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Lifelong learning
JUL13
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Beach Read Book Club
marionpl
Do you love lighthearted beach reads? Each book club meeting will feature a different prominent author of 'beach reads', also known as lighthearted romance novels best read in the summer or on the beach! Read one (or more) of the author's books beforehand, and join us for lively discussion and refreshments. June 8th: Mary Kay Andrews June 29th: Dorothea Benton Frank July 13th: Elin Hildebrand July 27th: Susan Mallery
Classes and talksOutdoorsIndoors
Classes & arts
JUL13
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUL13
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Chair Yoga with Tammy
marionpl
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.
Dance and fitnessIndoors
Lifelong learning
JUL14
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
Tai Chi for Beginners
marionpl
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
Lifelong learning
JUL14
marionpl · Marion, IA
Community & civic
JUL14
marionpl · Marion, IA
Lifelong learning
JUL15
marionpl · Marion, IA
Classes & arts
JUL16
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
JUL17
marionpl · Marion, IA
Senior programs
Senior WISE Program
marionpl
The Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) program is an evidence-based wellness program for older adults that empowers them to make positive, healthy choices. Join us for 6 weeks of age-focused discussions on mental health, substance use, and reasons to celebrate getting older! This program is hosted in partnership with ASAC.