McDowell County Public Library

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Children’s Programs

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Upcoming April Programs 

Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, and April 29 at 10:30 a.m.

Join Ms. Megan for Preschool Storytime at the Marion Library.

Books, songs, felt board stories, action rhymes, and fun for preschool-aged children.

Wednesday, April 3, April 10, April 17, and April  24 at 10:30 a.m.

Join Ms. Megan for Preschool Storytime at the Old Fort Library.

Books, songs, felt board stories, action rhymes, and fun for preschool-aged children.

Crafts for Little Hands 

Monday, April 8 at 11:00am – Marion Library

Wednesday, April 10 at 11:00am – Old Fort Branch Library 

Every second Monday and Wednesday, preschool-aged children are invited to craft at the library. Dress for a mess because we will be using glue, scissors, paints, paper, markers, crayons and much more! Targeted age group 3- to 5-year old, but all are welcome.

Una vez al mes después de la Hora de Cuentos, los niños de edad preescolar están invitados a hacer manualidades en la biblioteca. Traigan vestimiento que se pueda ensuciar porque usaremos pegamento, tijeras, pinturas, papel, marcadores, crayones y mucho más! Grupo de edad preferible para los Niños de edad 3 a 5 años, pero todos son bienvenidos.

 

Circle of Parents Facilitated by Amanda Tippey

Monday mornings following story time at the Marion Public Library. Enjoy refreshments, coffee, conversation with other parents, and support during this season of parenting!

(No Circle of Parents after Storytime on Monday, April 1st)

Specifically geared toward parents of pre-school aged children (ages 0-5). Children are welcome! For questions, please email Amanda Tippey, Facilitator at amanda.tippey@mcdowell.k12.nc.us.

Los lunes por la mañana después de la hora del cuento en la Biblioteca Pública de Marion. ¡Disfrute de refrigerios, café, conversación con otros padres y apoyo durante esta temporada de crianza!

Dirigido específicamente a padres de niños en edad preescolar (de 0 a 5 años). ¡Los niños son bienvenidos! Si tiene preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico a Amanda Tippey, Facilitadora a

amanda.tippey@mcdowell.k12.nc.us.

Special Event

Spring Fling

Wednesday, April 3 at 4pm -Marion Library

Join us for games, crafts, prizes, guest storytimes, snacks, BINGO, seed planting, community resources, and much more!!!

 

Elementary Programs

The Amazing World of Plants presented by EcoExplore

Tuesday, April 2 at 4pm -Old Fort Library

Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different plants that call Western North Carolina their home! Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, find out what makes a plant a plant, how plants make their own food, where different plants can be found, plus much more!

¡Únase a nosotros en un programa educativo con el Arboreto de Carolina del Norte para aprender todo sobre las diferentes plantas que llaman hogar al oeste de Carolina del Norte! Venga preparado para escuchar sobre el programa ecoEXPLORE, descubra qué hace que una planta sea una planta, cómo las plantas producen su propio alimento, dónde se pueden encontrar diferentes plantas, ¡y mucho más!

The Studio- String Pulling Art

Wednesday, April 17 at 4pm – Marion Library

The Studio is an Art program for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Students will learn about art using different creation techniques and art mediums. This month students will use yarn, paint, and paper to make a flower design.

El Estudioes un programa de arte para estudiantes desde el Kinder hasta quinto grado. Los estudiantes aprenderán sobre el arte utilizando diferentes técnicas de creación y medios artísticos. Este mes estaremos haciendo Arte de técnica del hilo.

Please join our CLOSED Facebook page by searching McDowell Library Children Services for updates, videos and more from our Children’s Library!

First Chapter Tuesdays at 7 p.m.

Join Ms. Megan for the first chapter of a new book that has been added to our collection. These books are geared toward students in grade 2-5.

BEDTIME STORIES

 Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

Join Ms. Megan for a bedtime stories in our CLOSED Facebook group (McDowell Library Children Services)

The McDowell County Public Library have Literacy Bookbags available for checkout at the Marion and Old Fort libraries at the Children’s Circulation Desk. The purpose of the Literacy Bookbags is to help families get involved in improving their child’s literacy skills and provide families with the tools to help them become their child’s first teacher.

What’s Included:

  • (4) Curated Storytime books based on a theme
  • Literacy tips
  • Fun learning activities to allow for communication between parent and child
  • Colorings pages
  • And songs (that can be used along with scarves and egg shakers)

 

 Have a question about a program posted?  Call us at either 828-652-3858 for Marion or 828-668-7111 for Old Fort.

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April’s Adult Programs

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Check out April’s upcoming adult programs!!



YMCA Book Club

Monday, April 1st | 11AM-12PM | The YMCA

Stop by to discuss the The Perfectionist’s Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power by Katherine Morgan Schafler.

and receive the novel for next month’s discussion.

The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and PowerCorpening Memorial YMCA - McDowell Chamber of Commerce



Digital Assistance Office Hours w/ Molly Sandfoss

Wednesday, April 10th | 10AM-12PM | The Marion library

Stop by the Marion Library for personalized tech assistance from Molly with the NC Cooperative Extension.

No registration required!



The “Library Books” Club

Friday, April 12th| 1-2 PM | The Marion library

Join our library’s book club for engaging discussions and share in the joy of reading with fellow book enthusiasts.

This month we are discussing The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.

 

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides | Goodreads



Spring Fling Plant Sale by The Master Gardeners

Saturday, April 13th|9AM-1 PM | Marion Tailgate Pavilion

Join the Bookmobile at the Master Gardener’s Spring Fling Plant Sale! Stopy by to learn about our community seed library and find some plants to get started on your gardens!

Items for Sale:

Heirloom Vegetables, Natives, Perennials, Houseplants, Trees & Shrubs. All grown by local Master Gardeners
Garden-themed Yard Sale
Crafts & Garden Gloves
Other vendors will be in attendance.

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT MG PROJECTS IN OUR COMMUNITY



Cooking Class w/ EFNEP

Monday, April 15th | 11AM-12PM | The Marion library

Join us at the library for a hands-on cooking class presented by Janet Bryan from EFNEP, where you’ll learn essential culinary skills, healthy eating habits, and create delicious dishes with expert guidance. Explore the joy of cooking while connecting with your community.

If you have any questions please contact Janet Bryan at 828-652-8104 or https://www.ncefnep.org/

 



Craft @ The YMCA

Monday, April 15th | 11AM-12PM | The YMCA

Join us and make the colorful springtime craft: paper hyacinth flowers!

All materials are provided. All skill levels are welcome.

DIY Paper Hyacinth Flower By PaperCorpening Memorial YMCA - McDowell Chamber of Commerce



VAYA:Enriching Mental Health

Monday, April 15th |2-3 PM | The Marion library

Join us as we explore topics from nutrition to mindfulness and many in between.

(Continuing education credits provided.)



Mastering Mobil w/ Molly Sandfoss

Tuesday, April 16th |1-2 PM | The Marion library

Learn all about your mobile device with our class on mastering its features and functions.

Presented by Molly Sandfoss with the NC Cooperative Extension.



Estate Planning w/State Employees Credit Union

Tuesday, April 16th | 4-5 PM | The Marion library

Join us to learn information on estate planning basics,

including Advanced Health Care Directives, Powers of Attorney, Wills, and Trusts.

 

State Employees' Credit Union | Edenton This Week



Art Journaling w/ Teens, Young Adults, and Families

Thursday, April 18th | 4-5 PM | The Marion library

Join us for a journey of self-expression through art and journaling.

Explore your thoughts, dreams, and emotions visually in a supportive and inspiring environment.

No artistic experience required- just an open mind and a willingness to let your imagination soar!



History Club

Friday, April 19th | 2-3 PM | @The Marion library

The Flood of 1916 left its legacy in many ways, including encouraging the building of a series of dams along the Catawba River.

Come learn how Lake James was formed and how it helped tame the Catawba River into a recreational destination.

lake-james-north-carolina-summer-camp - Big League Camp

 



Historical Fiction Book Club

Friday, April 26th | 1-2 PM | The Marion library

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 All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doer.



Creative Crafts

Tuesday, April 30th | 3:30-4:30 PM (Drop in) | The Marion library

Join in this month and explore the art of yarn on canvas at our upcoming adult craft.

DIY Yarn Art | Easy Yarn PaintingDIY Yarn Art | Easy Tactile Canvas 'Paintings' | Yarn painting art, Yarn art, Yarn painting


OLD FORT’S ADULT PROGRAMS



Amateur Writer’s Club

Tuesday, April 9th| 4-5 PM | The Old Fort Library

The AWC is a group of aspiring writers creating a community for sharing ideas and learning new techniques for writing.

Clipart of a colorful pencil with a light bulb on the end of it.

 



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 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.

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Tutor.com- Free online help for students!

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Need homework help?  We’ve got you covered!

The McDowell County Public Library is excited to announce that we now offer free academic resources and online tutoring from Tutor.com!

To get started, go to Tutor.com/mcdowell

Patrons have two ways they can access Tutor.com:

1. StudentAccess– Students can use their Student ID as the barcode and the last 4 numbers of their ID as the password.

2. Library Card– Anyone with a McDowell County Library Card can get access by entering the library card # as the barcode and their PIN as the password.

 

All students in grades K-12 with a library card can use the service to get help with homework, class projects, papers—even test prep! We would love to help your students be better prepared for class each day by providing one-to-one assistance when they need it most: on-demand at homework time. Tutor.com helps you help your students by:

1. Providing Personalized, On-Demand Student Support
Every Tutor.com session is one-to-one between tutor and student. There is no appointment needed and they can access the service from home. Your students get help with their own specific questions or assignments—right when they need it.

2. Extending the Learning Day
When the bell rings at the end of the day, learning does not have to stop. Our tutors are available to help your students when they are struggling with homework after school and on the weekends. Tutors are available to them all week from 2 p.m.- 10 p.m. Tutors who speak Spanish are available all week from 3 p.m.- 10 p.m.

3. Engaging the Student One-to-One
Tutor.com is committed to student learning. Their highly vetted expert tutors will never simply provide homework answers to your students, but instead guide them to find the answer on their own.

4. Impacting Student Achievement
95% of students who use Tutor.com say it helps them complete their homework and improve their grades. Students come to class more prepared and ready to learn!

5. Building Confident Learners
Students also report that Tutor.com helps them feel more confident in their schoolwork.
Tutoring is available in all core K-12 subjects – math, science, English, social studies and writing, including AP-level assistance. Students can access live, online tutoring from any Internet-capable device through Tutor.com/McDowell

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    Tue, Thu: 10-7
    Saturday: 11-5
    Sunday: Closed
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