Events

Join us for our Teen Hangout on Tuesday 8/4 at 4pm!

Join us in the SCPL Makery on Tuesday evening, August 18th for a workshop with Joshua Blane – Fabric Fundamentals: Understanding Fabric Behavior, Performance, and Design Decisions. The workshop hours are 5:00 – 7:00pm and the cost to attend is $10 per person. This is open to adults as well as youth 12 and older. […]

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.

Join us at Chilhowie Library for our first Homeschool Connection program of the fall season on Friday, August 21st at 11:00am. Our program topic will be: Energy Hero – Unlock the Power! and the program will be facilitated by outreach representatives from Appalachian Power. We are excited to host this program which will also include […]

Join us for a wellness presentation about Acupuncture, Qigong, and Red Light Therapy with Healing Haven Massage Therapy at Chilhowie Public Library on Saturday, August 22nd at 11:00am. We will discover how these practices can naturally reduce stress and boost energy by balancing your body, calming your mind, and improving your overall well-being. Whether you […]

Start your week with good company, great conversation, and a little creativity! Join us every Monday at 11:30 AM for Monday Morning Mingle, a relaxed gathering where we enjoy coffee, laughter,

Join us Monday, August 24th at the Marion Public Library for a night of Chaos Embroidery. What is chaos embroidery? Think of it as the ultimate "no-rules" sewing. It’s a mindful, calming way to create textured art by layering threads, contrasting colors, and adding fun extras like beads, buttons, and chains. Must pre-register. Ages 18+. FREE.

Join us for our Teen Hangout on Tuesday 8/4 at 4pm!