Events Calendar
Calendar of Library Events
Adult Summer Reading Begins!
Come in and sign up to get your reading/activity tracker and start racking up points to earn a small prize and an entry for one of four basket drawings! More details will be listed with each event individually and be on the tracking sheets for any questions or ask a librarian! Sign up will start July 24th. The program will end at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 23rd, so make sure to have your tracking sheets turned in by then!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-summer-reading-begins-1
- Adult Summer Reading Begins!
- 2023-08-01T00:00:00-05:00
- 2023-08-01T23:59:59-05:00
- Come in and sign up to get your reading/activity tracker and start racking up points to earn a small prize and an entry for one of four basket drawings! More details will be listed with each event individually and be on the tracking sheets for any questions or ask a librarian! Sign up will start July 24th. The program will end at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 23rd, so make sure to have your tracking sheets turned in by then!
Aug 01, 2023 (US/Central / UTC-500)
Library
All adults 18 years and older are welcome!
Adult Reading Program: Trying Foods Around the World
Come on out to the library on Monday, August 7th at 1:00 PM and try a few foods from around the world! We will be trying Cucumber Roll Ups from Greece and Bruschetta from Italy! Earn five points for your summer reading by attending.
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/trying-foods-around-the-world
- Adult Reading Program: Trying Foods Around the World
- 2023-08-07T13:00:00-05:00
- 2023-08-07T23:59:59-05:00
- Come on out to the library on Monday, August 7th at 1:00 PM and try a few foods from around the world! We will be trying Cucumber Roll Ups from Greece and Bruschetta from Italy! Earn five points for your summer reading by attending.
Aug 07, 2023 from 01:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
All Adults 18 and older are welcome!
Adult Reading Program: Late Night Movie Night!
For the End-of-Summer Adult Reading Program, we are keeping the library open for a late night showing of a family friendly movie! Adult participating in the program will get five points for coming and all other family members are welcome to go along with our "All Together Now" theme! The movie will start at 5:00 PM with popcorn provided and the library will close after the movie concludes!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/late-night-movie-night
- Adult Reading Program: Late Night Movie Night!
- 2023-08-09T17:00:00-05:00
- 2023-08-09T23:59:59-05:00
- For the End-of-Summer Adult Reading Program, we are keeping the library open for a late night showing of a family friendly movie! Adult participating in the program will get five points for coming and all other family members are welcome to go along with our "All Together Now" theme! The movie will start at 5:00 PM with popcorn provided and the library will close after the movie concludes!
Aug 09, 2023 from 05:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
All patrons are welcome!
Adult Reading Program: Name that Tune
Come on out to the library on Thursday the 3th at 1:30 PM to play a game called "Name that Tune!" Winner will receive TWO FREE TICKETS to "Clue" by the Quincy Community Theatre. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-name-that-tune
- Adult Reading Program: Name that Tune
- 2023-08-03T13:30:00-05:00
- 2023-08-03T23:59:59-05:00
- Come on out to the library on Thursday the 3th at 1:30 PM to play a game called "Name that Tune!" Winner will receive TWO FREE TICKETS to "Clue" by the Quincy Community Theatre. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Aug 03, 2023 from 01:30 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for Adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Book Tasting
Come on out to the library on Monday, August 14th at 2:00 PM to get a "taste" of some new books! While you get a taste for some books, you'll get a taste of some delicious cupcakes too! If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-book-tasting
- Adult Reading Program: Book Tasting
- 2023-08-14T14:00:00-05:00
- 2023-08-14T23:59:59-05:00
- Come on out to the library on Monday, August 14th at 2:00 PM to get a "taste" of some new books! While you get a taste for some books, you'll get a taste of some delicious cupcakes too! If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Aug 14, 2023 from 02:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Book Page Jewelry
Come on out to the library on Saturday, August 19th at 10:30 AM to make some new bling! We will have glass beads, string, and book page beads to make bracelets, necklaces, or key chains. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-book-page-jewelry
- Adult Reading Program: Book Page Jewelry
- 2023-08-19T10:30:00-05:00
- 2023-08-19T23:59:59-05:00
- Come on out to the library on Saturday, August 19th at 10:30 AM to make some new bling! We will have glass beads, string, and book page beads to make bracelets, necklaces, or key chains. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Aug 19, 2023 from 10:30 AM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Community Splatter Mural
Friday, August 25th at 3:30 PM, help us make a beautiful mess with water guns and balloons filled with paint! We will use a bed sheet as our canvas and hang our masterpiece in the library. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-community-splatter-mural
- Adult Reading Program: Community Splatter Mural
- 2023-08-25T15:30:00-05:00
- 2023-08-25T23:59:59-05:00
- Friday, August 25th at 3:30 PM, help us make a beautiful mess with water guns and balloons filled with paint! We will use a bed sheet as our canvas and hang our masterpiece in the library. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Aug 25, 2023 from 03:30 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Saran Wrap Un-Wrap
Stop by the library on August 29th at 2:00 PM to try your hand at un-wrapping a ball of saran wrap to win prizes throughout the If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-saran-wrap-un-wrap
- Adult Reading Program: Saran Wrap Un-Wrap
- 2023-08-29T14:00:00-05:00
- 2023-08-29T23:59:59-05:00
- Stop by the library on August 29th at 2:00 PM to try your hand at un-wrapping a ball of saran wrap to win prizes throughout the If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Aug 29, 2023 from 02:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Summer Reading: Pet Photo Contest
Take a photo of your pet and tag our facebook page, or turn the picture in at the library starting Monday, August 28th. Rules Must be signed up for the adult summer reading program ONE ENTRY PER PERSON Photos must be original works by the participants entries must be submitted by the end of the day September 16th The winner will be announced Tuesday, September 19th and receive a $50 PETCO gift card for you and your pet! Second and third place will receive prizes as well! Each participant earns 5 points for their entry.
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-summer-reading-pet-photo-contest
- Adult Summer Reading: Pet Photo Contest
- 2023-08-28T00:00:00-05:00
- 2023-08-28T23:59:59-05:00
- Take a photo of your pet and tag our facebook page, or turn the picture in at the library starting Monday, August 28th. Rules Must be signed up for the adult summer reading program ONE ENTRY PER PERSON Photos must be original works by the participants entries must be submitted by the end of the day September 16th The winner will be announced Tuesday, September 19th and receive a $50 PETCO gift card for you and your pet! Second and third place will receive prizes as well! Each participant earns 5 points for their entry.
Aug 28, 2023 (US/Central / UTC-500)
Library/Facebook
Intended for adults 18 and older.
Adult Reading Program: What's in the Box?
On Tuesday, September 5th, come in at 4:00 PM and see if you're brave enough to reach in a box and guess what is hidden from your sight! If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-whats-in-the-box
- Adult Reading Program: What's in the Box?
- 2023-09-05T16:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-05T23:59:59-05:00
- On Tuesday, September 5th, come in at 4:00 PM and see if you're brave enough to reach in a box and guess what is hidden from your sight! If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Sep 05, 2023 from 04:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Book Sleeves
Want a book sleeve for your current read? On Friday, September 8th at 2:00 PM, we will be teaching adults how to make a book sleeve. All materials and sewing needs will be provided. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-book-sleeves
- Adult Reading Program: Book Sleeves
- 2023-09-08T14:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-08T23:59:59-05:00
- Want a book sleeve for your current read? On Friday, September 8th at 2:00 PM, we will be teaching adults how to make a book sleeve. All materials and sewing needs will be provided. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Sep 08, 2023 from 02:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Floats & Tunes
Brighten up your Monday with a free Root Beer Float and listen to some throwbacks. Feel free to relax in the library with the tasty treat or take it on the go! Floats will begin to be served at 2:00 on the 11th. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-floats-tunes
- Adult Reading Program: Floats & Tunes
- 2023-09-11T14:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-11T23:59:59-05:00
- Brighten up your Monday with a free Root Beer Float and listen to some throwbacks. Feel free to relax in the library with the tasty treat or take it on the go! Floats will begin to be served at 2:00 on the 11th. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Sep 11, 2023 from 02:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: What's my Name?
On Thursday, September 21st at 1:30 PM, come in for a game of "What's My Name?" The game will consist of everyone having a random name on an index card taped to their back with the goal of asking questions to figure out who you are! Participants will get an extra entry for a basket for the end of the program! Also, if you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-whats-my-name
- Adult Reading Program: What's my Name?
- 2023-09-21T13:30:00-05:00
- 2023-09-21T23:59:59-05:00
- On Thursday, September 21st at 1:30 PM, come in for a game of "What's My Name?" The game will consist of everyone having a random name on an index card taped to their back with the goal of asking questions to figure out who you are! Participants will get an extra entry for a basket for the end of the program! Also, if you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Sep 21, 2023 from 01:30 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Intended for adults 18 years and older
Adult Reading Program: Dough-licious Cookies and Coffee
Come in whenever you can on Friday, September 1st to grab a free Dough-licious cookie and a coffee! This is an ALL DAY event. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-dough-licious-cookies-and-coffee
- Adult Reading Program: Dough-licious Cookies and Coffee
- 2023-09-01T00:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-01T23:59:59-05:00
- Come in whenever you can on Friday, September 1st to grab a free Dough-licious cookie and a coffee! This is an ALL DAY event. If you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Sep 01, 2023 (US/Central / UTC-500)
Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Pet Photo Contest Winner Announcement
Announcement will be today, Tuesday, September 19th on Facebook and posted at the library! Winner will receive a $50 PETCO gift card! Second and third place winners receive prizes as well! Remember: each participant earns 5 points for their ONE entry.
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-pet-photo-contest-winner-announcement
- Adult Reading Program: Pet Photo Contest Winner Announcement
- 2023-09-19T00:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-19T23:59:59-05:00
- Announcement will be today, Tuesday, September 19th on Facebook and posted at the library! Winner will receive a $50 PETCO gift card! Second and third place winners receive prizes as well! Remember: each participant earns 5 points for their ONE entry.
Sep 19, 2023 (US/Central / UTC-500)
Library/Facebook
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Reading Program: Last Day!
Saturday, September 23rd is the last day of the Adult End-of-Summer Reading Program, which means you need to get your finished reading logs/sheets turned in to get your prizes and get your name put in for the basket drawings! Basket winners will be announced Wednesday, September 27th!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-reading-program-last-day
- Adult Reading Program: Last Day!
- 2023-09-23T00:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-23T13:00:00-05:00
- Saturday, September 23rd is the last day of the Adult End-of-Summer Reading Program, which means you need to get your finished reading logs/sheets turned in to get your prizes and get your name put in for the basket drawings! Basket winners will be announced Wednesday, September 27th!
Sep 23, 2023 from 12:00 AM to 01:00 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Library
Intended for adults 18 and older
Adult Book Talk
Our monthly book talk is held in the library every fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:30 PM. This month, we will be discussing the book "The Homesman" by Glendon Swarhout, led by Nancy Shriver!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-book-talk-8
- Adult Book Talk
- 2023-08-22T13:30:00-05:00
- 2023-08-22T23:59:59-05:00
- Our monthly book talk is held in the library every fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:30 PM. This month, we will be discussing the book "The Homesman" by Glendon Swarhout, led by Nancy Shriver!
Aug 22, 2023 from 01:30 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Adults 18 and older are welcome!
Adult Summer Reading: Historic Walk with WT
Take a historic walk around Palmyra with WT Johnson and learn something new while getting a little active Saturday, September 16th. Time TBD. Also, if you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-summer-reading-historic-walk-with-wt
- Adult Summer Reading: Historic Walk with WT
- 2023-09-16T00:00:00-05:00
- 2023-09-16T23:59:59-05:00
- Take a historic walk around Palmyra with WT Johnson and learn something new while getting a little active Saturday, September 16th. Time TBD. Also, if you are signed up for the adult summer reading program, you will get five points for participating!
Sep 16, 2023 (US/Central / UTC-500)
Front of Library
Adults 18 and older are welcome!
Adult Book Talk
Our monthly book talk is held in the library every fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:30 PM.
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-book-talk-9
- Adult Book Talk
- 2023-10-24T13:30:00-05:00
- 2023-10-24T23:59:59-05:00
- Our monthly book talk is held in the library every fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:30 PM.
Oct 24, 2023 from 01:30 PM (US/Central / UTC-500)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Adults 18 and older are all welcome!
Adult Book Talk
Our monthly book talk is held in the library every fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:30 PM.
- https://www.marioncounty1.lib.mo.us/calendar-news/events/adult-book-talk-10
- Adult Book Talk
- 2023-11-28T13:30:00-06:00
- 2023-11-28T23:59:59-06:00
- Our monthly book talk is held in the library every fourth Tuesday of the month at 1:30 PM.
Nov 28, 2023 from 01:30 PM (US/Central / UTC-600)
Blue Room, Marion County Library
Adults ages 18 and older are welcome!