Library Events

Learn to Use the Libby App
Monday, May 4th, June 1st, July 6th 1:00 PM

With your Marcellus Library card, you can download free audio books and e-books to your phone or Kindle. 

This class will cover: 

• How to sign up for Libby
• Basic and advanced features
• How to connect to your Kindle or e-reader
• How to organize and discover your next great read!

Classic Conversations with Donnie Brooks

Wednesday, April 15th, 5:30 PM
Ann Vickers by Sinclair Lewis

Explore timeless literature and examine how the subjects and themes are still relevant today!

Donnie Brooks is a pastor at Marcellus UMC & Ninth St. UMC along with being an Adjunct Professor at Gogebic Community College in Philosophy.

He is a great appreciator of early 20th century American literature!

The Zekelman Holocaust Center presents: The Next Generation Speaker, Virtual Series 
Thursday, April 16th, 5PM

This monthly series is a virtual opportunity for us to hear from a child or grandchild of a Holocaust survivor. In their talks, these incredible Next Generation Speakers share stories of their family during the Holocaust and what it was like to grow up with a loved one who has gone through that experience.

Join us at the library to listen to these experiences. We will have the talk playing on the library television. Stop by to listen to this powerful presentation.

Personal Curriculum--Life Long Learners Club
Thursday, April 23rd, 5:30 PM-7:00 PM

Are you a curious person? Would you like some accountability? Wish you had someone to talk to about what you're learning?

Making a personal curriculum is a trend on social media. We're going to turn it into a club!

You decide WHAT you want to learn, HOW you want to learn it, and what the GOAL is.

Personal Curriculum meets the 4th Thursday of the Month 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

We'll check in on our goals, chat about what we're learning, and share our milestones. Join us anytime along the way.

Craft and Chat
Tuesdays 5PM-7PM
Join us for relaxed and friendly crafting sessions with fellow community members!
Bring your own project—knitting, drawing, scrapbooking, or anything you enjoy—and take part in great conversation!

Yoga at the Library
March 24th-April 28th
Tuesdays at 5:45PM
Bring your yoga mat, water bottle, and a towel. Cost: $5 per class, payable to Instructor Dave Sivley. 

Books & Banter with Lexi

Thursday, April 30th at 5:30PM

Read the book on your own time and join the discussion when we all get together! 

Refreshments will be provided.

First Thursday Book Club
First Thursday of the Month 12PM

May 7th, June 4th, July 2nd

Did you read a book you really enjoyed? Do you want to share insights on what others should read next? Come and gather some book recommendations and let’s talk about what you have read recently!

Preschool Story Time with Miss Liz and Miss Lexi
Fridays 1:00 PM-2:00 PM
September 19th-May 8th

Join Miss Lexi and Miss Liz--certified preschool teachers at the Marcellus Elementary School, for stories, songs, crafts & snacks!

Activities include:

• stories
• songs
• crafts
• snacks

Focused on ages 0-5 along with their parents & caregivers.

Holiday breaks follow the school calendar.

Magnetic Mondays
Every Monday 3 PM-4:30 PM

Build and create with our collection of Magna-Tiles and magnetic blocks. All ages are welcome, but guardians are responsible for supervising small children to prevent choking risks.

Lego at the Library
Every Friday 3 PM-4:30 PM

Build and create with our collection of Lego. All ages are welcome, but guardians are responsible for supervising small children to prevent choking risks.

Tech Time at the Library
Select Saturdays 10AM-1PM
First 3 Saturdays of the month: 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9/ 5/16

Struggling with your phone? Trouble navigating the internet? Need help with Mel.org, the Libby app or the Library Catalog?

Drop in to ask Justin your I.T. questions & learn to navigate your device or our computers!

Page-Folding Project

Saturday, May 30th from 10AM-2PM

Choose from several creative designs to give an old book new life! We will provide instruction and basic material/decoration for your book-folding project!

Plant Swap

Friday, June 5th from 5PM-7PM