Events Calendar

Join us for free chair yoga classes with Rowan at Chilhowie Library on Monday mornings. All levels of experience are welcome for an hour of gentle stretching with Rowan. Classes will begin at 10:00am and will be followed by a time to mingle and socialize with friends. No registration is required. Call the library at […]

Ever wondered how books are made? Join us for a hands-on Bookmaking Workshop where creativity meets craftsmanship! Learn simple techniques to fold, stitch, and bind your very own handmade book , perfect for journaling, sketching, or gifting. No experience needed ….just bring your imagination and we’ll provide the rest.

Join us at the Marion Library for The Quill & Gavel Society, a writers’ group connecting you with fellow writers, helping inspire motivation, and assisting you as you strive to improve your craft. Whether you are a beginner or old hand, this is a supportive and productive environment to share excerpts of your work and have scheduled writing time.  This is not primarily a critique group; however, you may receive constructive feedback, if wanted, on excerpts from members of the group. We welcome all genres and strive to create a consistent, welcoming space for writers to grow* together.  We are limited in space to 5-8 people at this time; please pre-register by emailing rachelg@scplva.net to make sure we still have space. Ages 18+.  Free

Join us at 11:00 on Tuesday mornings at Chilhowie Library for lots of fun at public storytime! Programs are open to pre-school age children and homeschool families. Please call 276-646-3404 to register your child. These programs are free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome.

Join us for our weekly teen hangout!

The Marion Public Library is rolling out a continuation of its popular journaling series Tuesdays in May. We’re inviting you to find your inner zen at our Mindful Journaling class!  Think of it as the ultimate mash-up: classic diary vibes meet “doodling in the margins” artistry. This isn’t just about putting pen to paper; it’s about giving your emotions—from wild excitement to total boredom—a safe space to just… exist.

Know how to play American-style Mahjongg?  Join us at 10am at the Marion Public Library for a morning of this a fascinating rummy-like game, that combines skill and luck –played with tiles rather than cards. Table space is limited to 8 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.

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+

Craving calm & connection? Color your way to stress reduction at the library on Thursday, May 14th from 6 to 8pm! Join us for 2 hours of relaxing creativity and joyful connection.  This month we are exploring two Vintage Circus Revival Coloring Books celebrating the bold, bizarre, and beautiful world of the 1920s vintage circus. Vintage Circus Revival brings to life an enchanting lineup of high-flying performers, oddities, and old-time thrills — all waiting to be colored.