The QUILL & Gavel Society -- A Writer's Group (Ages 18+)

The QUILL & Gavel Society -- A Writer's Group (Ages 18+)

Join us at the Marion Library for The Quill & Gavel Society, a writers’ group connecting you with fellow writers, helping you strive to improve your craft whether you are a beginner or old hand. We are limited in space to 5-8 people; please pre-register by emailing rachelg@scplva.net to make sure we still have space.

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Alcohol Ink Workshop in the SCPL Makery

Alcohol Ink Workshop in the SCPL Makery

Join us for a beginner friendly Alcohol Ink Workshop in the Makery on May 22 at 11:00am. Lee Ogle will guide folks through the process of using alcohol inks to make designs on paper and ceramic coasters. Space is limited. Call Chilhowie Library at 276-646-3404 to register.

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MINDFUL JOURNALING (Tuesdays in May)

MINDFUL JOURNALING (Tuesdays in May)

Ready to dig deep, get creative, and maybe even share a laugh or two? We’re inviting you to the Marion Public Library to find your inner peace at Mindful Journaling class! This isn’t just about putting pen to paper; it’s about giving your thoughts & emotions a safe space to just… exist. PRE-REGISTRATION REQ'D.

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Dino Academy at Chilhowie Library

Dino Academy at Chilhowie Library

We're kicking off our summer of "Unearth of Story" events with some dinosaur fun. Join us on Thursday, June 4th at 11:00am for our first free family-fun event of the summer season! Bright Star Theater will be here with a dinosaur discovery show.

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Splash into Summer Reading

Splash into Summer Reading

Join us at the Saltville Wave Pool on Saturday 6/6 from 6pm-8pm as we splash into Summer Reading!

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MAHJONGG Mornings & After Hours in Marion

MAHJONGG Mornings & After Hours in Marion

Know how to play American-style Mahjongg? Join us at 10am or 6pm on Wednesdays at the Marion Public Library. This rummy-like tile game, combines skill & luck. We provide the tile games & cards, and even a snack to keep you going. FREE. Ages 18+. Don’t know how to play? We can teach you. Table space is limited to 16 players, email RachelG@scplva.net to let us know you are interested or want to learn.

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Teen Summer Program at Chilhowie Library

Teen Summer Program at Chilhowie Library

Join us on June 4th at 4pm when we kick off our summer teen program with "Cake Wars with a Meme". Teens will decorate cakes with the addition of some friendly competition. This program is open to teens 14-18. Call Chilhowie Library at 276-646-3404 for more info.

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Learn More about The Makery

Learn More about The Makery

Visit the new page on this website with details about our new makerspace.

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