Explore, Discover, Grow
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 free library, simply drop it by the Help Desk & we’ll put into the rotation of puzzle fun. Thanks, in advance, for sharing.
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 activity sheets will be available each week as well as monthly scavenger hunts within the library. The USDA Forest Service is collaborating with public library […]
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 events opens the Friday before. For example, programs the week of February 24 open for registration on February 21. Please contact the Help Desk with […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. 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 […]
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, freelancers, creatives, artists, techies, entrepreneurs, community members, & more are able to come to work, network, & collaborate. We'll also get a glimpse at the […]
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, programs the week of February 24 open for registration on February 21. Please contact the Help Desk with any questions.
Join the YourMDL Technology Department to learn how to keep your home safe & snug! With topics including the latest cameras, smart locks, motion sensors, doorbells, & other cutting-edge technology, we’ll cover everything you need to create a secure yet welcoming haven. This program is perfect for anyone looking to add a layer of comfortable […]
If you need help learning to use your device or are having a technology issue, stop in with your questions. 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 […]
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, programs the week of February 24 open for registration on February 21. Please contact the Help Desk with any questions.
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 library's LEGO collection. You'll be surprised at what you build when asked to rise to the occasion. The Brewery is located 101 W Michigan Ave, […]
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 include: how to choose the right supplies for you, as well as creating the foundation chain, & single crochet stitch. Supplies will be provided, but […]
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, & of course, eat pancakes! Nom. Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Our teen programs are for those in grades 6-12 only. Please verify the participant's […]
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 book to enjoy. Keep the loot inside & return the library book & box when you are finished. March Loot participants must return their box […]
Engage with your baby in a whole new way! Come share songs, stories, & sensory playtime with your baby to help your little one develop listening & language skills. Also, use this time to meet & connect with other families. No registration required. This program is planned with ages birth to 12 months in mind.
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 up with the members of Books on Tap, a genre-hopping book club with no celebrity lists, no high-profile awards, but plenty of adventure, excitement, & […]
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. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. […]
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 playtime. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend.
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 Animal Center when she was a puppy. Leona loves cuddling up to listen to a good book & encouraging her new friends on their awesome […]
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! No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to […]
Engage with your baby in a whole new way! Come share songs, stories, & sensory playtime with your baby to help your little one develop listening & language skills. Also, use this time to meet & connect with other families. No registration required. This program is planned with ages birth to 12 months in mind.
Join us at Marshall District Library & let the wonderful songs of Ireland & the voice of Irish singer & songwriter Enda Reilly transport you across the Atlantic. Enjoy some well known Irish songs & the sound of the Irish language, learn about Irish culture, & hear the bodhrán (Irish drum) & Celtic guitar. Registration […]
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 new friend, keeping a travel theme in mind. Voting by library patrons will commence between April 15-28. Winners of the contest will be announced on […]
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. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. […]
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 understand? This meetup is the perfect place for Pokémon fans to gather & talk about these adorable pocket monsters in an open & friendly atmosphere. […]
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 playtime. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend.
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! No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to […]
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 only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, please let us […]
Engage with your baby in a whole new way! Come share songs, stories, & sensory playtime with your baby to help your little one develop listening & language skills. Also, use this time to meet & connect with other families. No registration required. This program is planned with ages birth to 12 months in mind.
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 young woman caught between allegiance to community & a dangerous passion. Amid daily reports of violence, Cushla lives a quiet life with her mother in […]
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. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend. […]
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 playtime. No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to attend.
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 Lakes state. This program is free; all supplies provided. Registration required. Ages 18+ only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a […]
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! No registration required. This program is planned with ages 2-6 in mind, but all ages are welcome to […]
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 Lakes state. This program is free; all supplies provided. Registration required. Ages 18+ only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a […]
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 Animal Center when she was a puppy. Leona loves cuddling up to listen to a good book & encouraging her new friends on their awesome […]
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 this program, you will learn about resources available to help you explore the migration routes, transportation options, & resources relevant to this time in history. […]
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. Stop at the Help Desk to pick up your spice packet & borrow each month's title. Meetings are held monthly; registration is required each month […]
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. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; if you register but can no longer attend, please let us know! […]
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 learn more about their enchanting history & culture. While researching Scotland's mystical past, she stumbles upon something she must have for her collection. She nabs […]
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 calm atmosphere of creating while beading bracelets to keep or give away. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are […]
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 calm atmosphere of creating while beading bracelets to keep or give away. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are […]
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 three trailblazing women who defied societal norms to make their mark in early aviation. Katharine Wright, a driving force behind the success of her famous […]
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 book to enjoy. Keep the loot inside & return the library book & box when you are finished. April Loot participants must return their box […]
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 you! Bug boxes generously built & donated by Marshall Hardware. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with […]
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 you! Bug boxes generously built & donated by Marshall Hardware. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with […]
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 found at your neighbor's book club. No celebrity lists, no high-profile awards, but plenty of adventure, excitement, & reflection. In The Last Cuentista, the future […]
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 youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session are offered of each program; select the day […]
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 youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session are offered of each program; select the day […]
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 field guide to help others discover the magic of nature. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with […]
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 field guide to help others discover the magic of nature. These programs are designed for youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with […]
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 Animal Center when she was a puppy. Leona loves cuddling up to listen to a good book & encouraging her new friends on their awesome […]
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 youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session are offered of each program; select the day […]
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 youth in grades 2+; however, younger ages are welcome with adult supervision. An evening & morning session are offered of each program; select the day […]
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 mini library card too, of course! Registration is required; Grades 6-12 only. Our programs are free (& very popular)! We often have a waiting list; […]
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 be accompanied by an adult during this open play session. No registration is required.