Mondays, March 6, March 13, March 20, and March 27 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.
Tuesdays, March 7, March 14, March 21, and March 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Join Mrs. Kelly 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
Second Monday, March 13 at 11:00am – Marion Branch Library
Second Tuesday, March 14 at 11:00am – Old Fort Branch Library
Once a month after Story Time, 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.
Special February Events
Super Saturdays Every 1st Saturday of each month at 12:00 pm at the Old Fort Library
Map It Out
March 4th Old Fort Library 12pm-2pm
Let’s learn how to make maps!
Rainbow Perler Beads
March 15th Marion Library 4pm-5pm
Join Ms. Megan for a STEAM activity making Rainbows with Perler Beads.
Please join our CLOSED Facebook page by searching McDowell Library Children Services for updates, videos and more from our Children’s Library!
BEDTIME STORIES
Fridays at 7:00 p.m.
Join Mrs. Kelly or Ms. Megan for a bedtime stories in our CLOSED Facebook group (McDowell Library Children Services)
Juvenile Storytime
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Juvenile readers (2nd-5th grade) join Ms. Megan in our CLOSED Facebook group (McDowell Library Children Services) as we begin a Cam Jansen mystery. We will read a chapter each session out of the book Cam Jansen and the Mystery of the Stolen Diamonds by David A. Adler.
CRAFT TAKE AND MAKES
—Craft Pick-up for February!
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.
Spring into a good time and check out this month’s adult programs!!
Vaya Health Presents
Hoarding Disorder: Hidden Secrets
March 3rd, 11 AM at The Marion Library
Have you ever had a secret you were too embarrassed to share? Those who hoard may not disclose symptoms due to potential embarrassment, judgment, and ridicule. This presentation will explore causes, symptoms, treatment, and care methods for those managing this condition
Seed Library Grand Opening!
March 4th, 11 AM- 1 PM at The Marion Library
It’s finally here! What you’ve been waiting for! The seed library is officially opening! We will be giving away ready to plant winter sowing containers that we will help you plant. Free seeds, gardening books, and magazines!! Coffee from a local coffee truck. Free drawing for a basket of gardening related items! Garden themed Face Paintings for the kids! Ask A Master Gardener Desk available to answer your gardening questions and more!
Book Club
March 10th, 1-2 PM at Ingenious Coffee Roasters
Stop by the next book club meeting where there will be delicious coffee, fun people, and interesting conversations! We will be discussing our latest read Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan and you can pick up a copy of our next book The Maid by Nita Prose.
Once Upon a Craft
March 14th, 3-5 PM at The Marion Library
At this month’s Once Upon a Craft we will be making cute little hedgehogs from recycled books. They measure about 7 inches long and you can add bows, flowers or even a hat! Makes a great gift or a nice spring time decoration.
Trunk of Troubles
Presented by Heather South, Lead Archivist with the Western Regional Archives, a branch of the State Archives of North Carolina
March 16th, 5 PM at The Marion Library
Conditions that very old items are often kept in may not be the best. How does one care for these older items? How do you store them so they will last for further generations? Lead Archivist Heather South will share basic care, handling, and storage instructions for taking care of your family documents. “The Trunk of Trouble” uses examples and samples all about the do’s and don’ts of preservation for books, paper, and photographs. It’s informative and fun so come join in on the preservation conversation!
Free Tax Clinic
March 21st, 2-5 PM at The Marion Library
MATCH will be providing free tax preparation assistance; all staff are tax law certified by the IRS and can assist with tax preparation and e-filing of state and federal returns to families making less than $70,000 per year. Be sure to bring photo IDs, if filing jointly both parties must be present, and all necessary tax forms. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged.
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