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 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+ 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 […]

Library Learners is back for the 2026-2027 school year! Perfect for kiddos of all ages and homeschoolers!

Join us on Thursday, October 8th at 6pm for a night of retro cinematic terror & craft-y goodness at MOVIES & MAKERS!  We are unleashing the 1959 sci-fi monster classic, The Giant Gila Monster!  Will the town survive? Will your project get finished? Find out at this FREE event for adults ages 18+.

Creative work engages different parts of ourselves than thinking alone. Using art and writing together, this workshop offers participants an opportunity to translate complex feelings, memories, and experiences into creative expression, where words meet art and art meets heart. Join us at Chilhowie Library on Saturday, Oct. 10th from 11:00 am to 1:00pm for this […]

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.