Events

We don’t mind if your little ones do not listen! Tiny Tots is all about getting familiar with the library and learning through play.

Know how to play American-style Mahjongg?  Join us at 6pm on Wednesdays at the Marion Public Library for an evening of this a fascinating rummy-like game, that combines skill and luck –played with tiles rather than cards. Table space is limited to 8-12 players, so be sure to email rachelg@scplva.net to let us know you are interested.   We will provide the tile games and annual Mahjongg cards for use at the library (cannot be taken home) and even a snack to keep you going.  FREE.  Ages 18+ Don’t know how to play?  We can teach you. Be sure to email us rachelg@scplva.net to make sure we are set up to teach.  Players new to the game will need to either come a bit early on Wednesday evening (5:30pm) to learn some basics beforehand and will be paired with another player for the first few times you play.  Can’t play in the evenings?  Check out Mahjongg Mornings, Wednesdays at 10am.

Starting on Thursday, October 1st, we will offer “Bite-Sized Nutrition” Classes at Chilhowie Library in conjunction with VA Cooperative Extension each Thursday afternoon, from 1:00pm – 2:00pm for 6-weeks. This free program is for caregivers of youth 12 and under to learn about nutrition, eating healthy, and how to lower your grocery bills. You can […]

We’ll be giving out books as part of the Marion’s Annual Downtown Halloween Madness!

Every child will receive a FREE book to take home, and we’ll have Halloween games set up inside the library and treats for everyone! Costumes are welcome, stop in, enjoy the festivities, and enter for a chance to win a prize!

Drop by Chilhowie Public Library with your kiddos on Saturday, October 31st from 11:00am to 2:00pm for free books and other treats! Costumes are encouraged! Come by and see us for some Halloween fun at the library.

Join Rowan on Monday mornings at 10:00am for some relaxing stretches, mindfulness, and socializing with friends. This program is free and open to the public. No equipment or experience is required. Grab and friend and start your week out right! For more information call Chilhowie Library at 276-646-3404.

Join us at Chilhowie Library on Monday afternoons starting on October 26th at 4:00pm for ~ Beautiful Me ~ a program for tweens, teens, mom’s, and grandma’s. This is a three week program that will be facilitated by Sonja Campbell who is part of the Educational Outreach Division of Sentara Health. It will focus on […]

Bring your current project and hang out among the stacks at Hook & Book! This casual fiber-arts social—our own local take on a classic stitch 'n' bitch—will take place on Monday, December 7th, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Marion Public Library. The event is completely free and open to adults (ages 18+). There is no assigned reading, but feel free to pass along your recommendations -- one hooker to another.😜  Whether you knit, crochet, embroider, or spin, bring your current work-in-progress and enjoy some dedicated crafting time with fellow makers.