McDowell County Public Library

Adult Programs


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Check out our upcoming adult programs!



Adult Craft & Create: Hexagon Shelves

Tuesday, July 1st | 4-5 PM | The Marion Library

Make this beautiful shelf for your home out of popsicle sticks!

Everyone who attends will also be entered into a raffle for a special library-themed prize which will be given away at the end of the program!

All materials provided.

Popsicle Stick Hexagon Shelf -- Easy DIY Wall Art


Spice Club: Cumin

Pick-Up: Thursday, July 3rd

Meeting: Friday, July 25th | 1-2 PM | The Marion Library

Pick up this month’s spice kit to take home and explore in your cooking,

then we’ll gather for a fun meeting where you can share the dishes you’ve created using this month’s spice, cumin.

Swap recipes, share cooking tips, and discover new ways to spice up your meals!

To check out this month’s spice, cumin, and delicious recipes follow this link. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-Mc3Sb-BO75dHzZ4xXKfO3ZNDIq1q0Y7LzKQFGM4yfU/edit?usp=sharing

Cumin, ground - Kailua Seasoning Company



Adult Craft & Create: Glass Lanterns

Tuesday, July 8th | 4-5 PM | The Marion Library

Create your own glass lantern using jars and jute rope.

This adult craft is perfect for all skill levels. All supplies provided, and you’ll go home with a beautiful, hand-made lantern ready to shine!

Everyone who attends will also be entered into a raffle for a special library-themed prize which will be given away at the end of the program!

 



Book Club

Friday, July 11th | 1-2 PM | The Marion Library

Book Club is always a good time!

Come hang out, eat free snacks , and chat about A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham.

A Flicker in the Dark: A Novel



Bad Art Contest

Tuesday, July 15th | 4-5 PM | The Marion Library

Get ready to unleash your inner terrible artist!

Join us for a fun evening where the goal is to make the worst piece of art imaginable.

Think clashing colors, wild glue jobs, and glorious messes, no talent required!

The “worst” creation ( as judged by the community) wins an art set to keep the creativity going.

🎨✨ A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out and participated in our Bad Art Contest! Every single piece was wonderfully creative, delightfully terrible, and made for a fantastic event full



Senior IT Classes:

Wednesday, July 16th, 23rd, & 30th | 1-2 PM | The Marion Library

July 16th: Protecting Your Personal Information- Worried about online scams or identity theft? Join Molly from the Cooperative Extension for this easy-to-follow tech session focused on keeping your personal information safe.

July 23rd: Intro to Estate Planning- Join Molly from the Cooperative Extension for this informative session where we’ll explore simple online tools to help you in planning your estate.

July 30th: Using the FEMA App.-  Join Molly from the Cooperative Extension and stay informed with the FEMA app! In this session, we’ll walk through how to use the FEMA app.

Visual Style Guide | NC State Extension



Local History Club

Friday, July 18th | 3:30-4:30 PM | The Marion Library

This month’s history club will be presented on location at McDowell Arts Council Association.

We will further explore local artists and be able to view their artwork in collection. See what all MACA has to offer!

McDowell Arts Council Association – Safe Space Alliance



 Adult Craft & Create: Beehive Decor

Tuesday, July 22nd | 4-5 PM | The Marion Library

Join us for a sweet and simple adult craft where we’ll turn flower pots and jute rope into charming beehive decorations!

This fun DIY project is perfect for adding a touch of farmhouse style to your home.

Everyone who attends will also be entered into a raffle for a special library-themed prize which will be given away at the end of the program!

Make This DIY Beehive Farmhouse Décor with Dollar Tree Supplies! ⋆ Dollar Crafter


Tie Dye Fun with MACA!

Friday, July 25th | 4-5 PM | The Marion Library

Get creative with colors at our tie-dye program, hosted by MACA!

Perfect for all ages! Bring a plain shirt or fabric item, and we’ll provide the dyes and guidance to help you create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.

McDowell Arts Council Association – Safe Space AllianceRainbow Spiral Tie Dye Toddler T-shirt – Bewild



Adult Summer Reading Finale! Paint Party

Tuesday, July 29th | 4-6 PM | The Marion Library

Celebrate the end of a fantastic summer reading with a relaxing and creative paint party!

Join us for a fun evening of painting, where you can follow along to create your very own masterpiece.

Enjoy beverages and tasty refreshments as you unwind and get inspired.



Outreach



Maker Monday: Yarn Birds

Monday, July 7th | 11 AM-12 PM | YMCA Multipurpose Room

Join us and make adorable birds out of yarn!

You DO NOT need to be a YMCA member!

Yarn Bird Craft | Make an Easy Bird from Yarn



Mission Pediatrics Reopening Event

Thursday, July 10th | 1:00 PM | 387 US Hwy 70 Marion, NC 28752

Come visit the Bookmobile at the grand reopening of McDowell Mission Pediatrics after Hurricane Helene!

McDowell County Public Library - Bookmobile



Maker Monday: Mermaid Keychains

Monday, July 21st | 11 AM-12 PM | YMCA Multipurpose Room

Come create beautiful mermaid keychains! These are perfect for the summer season.

You DO NOT need to be a YMCA member!

Summer Craft Idea: Mermaid Tail Keychain – Between the Shelves



OLD FORT’S ADULT PROGRAMS



Old Fort Handicrafts Guild 

Thursday, July 10th, 17th, 24th  | 5-7 PM | The Arrowhead Art Gallery in Old Fort

Come hang out and try some new projects, with help from our friends at the Arrowhead Gallery!

We’ll have activities like linocutting, bring-your-own t-shirt printing, and special guest Dog&Pine leather there for a leatherworking project!

Arrowhead Artists and Artisans League

 

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    Marion Library

    Mon, Wed, Fri: 10-5:30
    Tue, Thu: 10-7
    Saturday: 11-5
    Sunday: Closed
    Holiday Hours

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    Monday: Closed
    Tues: 10-7
    Wed, Fri: 10-5:30
    Thursday: 10-7
    Saturday: 11-5
    Sunday: Closed
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    Phone 828-652-3858
    Fax 828-652-2098

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    Phone 828-668-7111
    Fax 828-668-1758


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    Marion Library

    90 W Court St
    Marion, NC 28752
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    65 E Mitchell St
    Old Fort, NC 28762
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