Adult Programs
Check out our upcoming adult programs!
Adult Craft
Friday, September 6th | 3:30-4:30 PM | The Marion Community Building (Downstairs)
We invite adults to join us for a delightful session of gnome-making using yarn.
Come relax, have fun, and create a one-of-a-kind yarn gnome!
One-On-One Tech Time w/ Molly Sandfoss
Tuesday, September 10th | 3-5 PM| The Marion library
Stop by the Marion Library for personalized tech assistance from Molly with the NC Cooperative Extension.
No registration required!
We can help you with …
- Basic computer skills
- How to access eBooks and Audiobooks
- Using devices such as eReaders, tablets, and smartphones
- Digital photos
- Social media
The “Library Books” Book Club
Friday, September 13th | 1-2 PM | The Marion Community Building (Downstairs)
Join our library book club for lively conversations, new friends, and great reads.
This month we are discussing The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson.
YMCA Book Club
Monday, September 16th | 11 AM-12 PM | The YMCA
Join us for this month’s book club where we will discuss the book The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride!
You can also pick up your copy of next month’s book Everyone in my Family has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson.
All are welcome. YMCA membership not required.
Seed Swap/Seed Collection & Planting Workshop
Tuesday, September 24th | 5:30-6:30 PM | The Marion Library
Join us for a seed swap and seed saving workshp presented by our local Master Gardeners!
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to exchange seeds, lern about
saving your own, and connect with fellow plant enthusiasts. Bring seeds to share or just come to learn and grow with us!
Historical Fiction Book Club
Friday, September 27th | 1-2 PM | The Marion Community Building (Downstairs)
Dive into the past with the Historical Fiction Book club!
Where the past comes to life through fiction within the walls of our library.
This month we are discussing When These Mountains Burn by David Joy.
OLD FORT’S ADULT PROGRAMS
Amateur Writer’s Club
Thursday, September 12th | 4-6 PM | The Old Fort Library
Join our Amateur Writer’s Club for tips, exercises, feedback, and camaraderie for the small-time or aspiring writer.
Handicrafts Guild
Thursday, September 19th | 5-6 PM | The Old Fort Library
Come on out to the first meeting of our new handicraft-focused club!
Here, we’ll have craft projects, community presenters, and lots of friends to talk to about whatever you’re working on!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Thursday, September 26th | 5-6 PM | The Old Fort Library
Come hang out for a chill yoga class for all experience levels!
Mats available to check out!
Don’t forget to check out the Seed Library!
Welcome to our Seed Library, a community initiative run by our local McDowell Master Gardeners and local volunteers. Our Seed Library offers a diverse selection of gardening seeds free of charge for anyone in the community to take and use in their gardens. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out, we welcome you to explore our collection and discover new varieties to grow.
How it Works:
1. Browse our collection of seeds, conveniently organized by type.
2. Select the seeds you’d like to grow and take them home with you, free of charge.
3. Plant your seeds, nurture your plants, and watch them thrive in your garden.
4. Harvest and enjoy your homegrown produce, and consider saving seeds from your healthiest plants for future seasons.
5. If you’re able, consider donating seeds from your own garden to help replenish our library and keep it thriving for others in the community.
Our Seed Library is a celebration of biodiversity and a testament to the power of community collaboration in nurturing our shared environment. We hope you’ll join us in this wonderful gardening adventure and help us grow together!
As an additional resource, we offer seed cleaning screens available for borrowing. These screens make it easy to clean and prepare seeds harvested from your garden for future planting. Simply ask the front desk staff to borrow a seed cleaning screen, follow the instructions provided, and ensure your seeds are ready for storage and sharing with fellow gardeners.