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Therapy Dog Storytime

With our friends from Therapy Dogs International!

2025-01-22 18:30:00 2025-01-22 19:30:00 America/Chicago Therapy Dog Storytime It is storytime....but reversed. Kids read to the dogs! Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room

Wednesday, January 22
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-22 18:30:00 2025-01-22 19:30:00 America/Chicago Therapy Dog Storytime It is storytime....but reversed. Kids read to the dogs! Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room

Marion Public Library

Youth Programming Room

It is storytime....but reversed. Kids read to the dogs!

Join our friends from Therapy Dogs International as they visit our Youth Programming Room. Kids will be able to read to the dogs and then the dogs will do tricks.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Program |

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Marion Public Library
Phone: 319-377-3412
Hours
Mon, Jan 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 12 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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Preschool Play Days
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Play time activities geared toward preschoolers. Patrons are welcome to stop in for the whole play time or for just a few... more
Play time activities geared toward preschoolers. Patrons are welcome to stop in for the whole play time or for just a few minutes!
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Thu, Jan 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Dungeons & Dragons - Adult Role-Playing Program
Thu, Jan 09, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
It's time to roll for fun and adventure!
Culinary Class: Gia's Italian Kitchen - in partnership with Swamp Fox Bookstore
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marion Public Library - Community Room
Join us for this special event with two library programming partners!
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Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Fri, Jan 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Encore Cafe - REGISTRATION REQUIRED - in partnership with the Heritage Area Agency on Aging
Fri, Jan 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Marion Public Library - Community Room
Join us for congregate meals! Call (319) 398-2585 to make a reservation.
Tween and Teen Game Days
Fri, Jan 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Marion Public Library - Teen Programming Room
Join us in the Teen Programming Room for an awesome game day!
Dungeons & Dragons - Adult Role-Playing Program
Sat, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
It's time to roll for fun and adventure!
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6 years old and their caregivers!
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Join us for fun stories, activities and songs perfect for your pre-school learner!
Knit Wits
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marion Public Library - Community Room A
Come and get your knit on!
Let's Get Abstract Workshop - Presented by The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
Express yourself, get silly, and let your mind wander as you create something abstract in a no-pressure environment.
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Tai Chi - Senior Programming
Tue, Jan 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Marion Public Library - Community Room
Join us for Tai Chi led by Health and Wellness Coordinator, Bryan Bruner.
Senior Social Hour
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Marion Public Library - Community Room
Join us for a senior social hour at MPL! Seniors are welcome to join us for socializing, coffee, and activities.
Expressive Art - Art Program with Tanager
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
A music, drama, movement, and visual art prevention program that serves children and families on their journey toward... more
A music, drama, movement, and visual art prevention program that serves children and families on their journey toward mental wellness.
E4Everyone Expressive Art - In Partnership With The LGBTQ+ Youth Center And Tanager
Tue, Jan 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Marion Public Library - Boardroom
Hey tweens and teens, join us in the Board Room the 2nd Tuesday of the month September-May from 3-4:30 PM for Expressive Art!
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Tue, Jan 14, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Adult Trivia Night - Radical 80s Trivia!
Tue, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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Join us for our next Adult Trivia Night with a totally tubular theme: 80s!
Dungeons & Dragons - Adult Role-Playing Program
Tue, Jan 14, 5:45pm - 7:40pm
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
It's time to roll for fun and adventure!
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 9:15am - 9:45am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Join us in the Children's Programming Room for a fun storytime for babies ages newborn - 18 months!
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 15, 9:45am - 10:15am
Marion Public Library
Join us in the Children's Programming Room for a fun storytime for babies ages newborn - 18 months!
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Join us for fun stories, activities, and songs perfect for your terrific toddler!
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Tween and Teen STEM Activities
Wed, Jan 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Marion Public Library - Teen Programming Room
Hey tweens and teens! Join us in the Teen Programming room for some righteous STEM activities!
Dungeons and Dragons - Weekly Dungeons and Dragons Campaign for Teens
Wed, Jan 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Marion Public Library
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Genealogy Junkies - Sponsored by the Genealogical Society of Linn County
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Marion Public Library
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Preschool Play Days
Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
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Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
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Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Fri, Jan 17, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
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Fri, Jan 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Marion Public Library - Community Room
Join us for congregate meals! Call (319) 398-2585 to make a reservation.
Tween and Teen By Request - Friendship Bracelets and Music!
Fri, Jan 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Marion Public Library - Teen Programming Room
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Cedar Valley Woodcarvers
Sat, Jan 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Marion Public Library - Boardroom
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Dungeons & Dragons - Adult Role-Playing Program
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
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Card Creating
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Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6 years old and their caregivers!
Mon, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Join us for fun stories, activities and songs perfect for your pre-school learner!
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Mon, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Jan 20, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Mon, Jan 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marion Public Library - Community Room A
Come and get your knit on!
Tai Chi - Senior Programming
Tue, Jan 21, 9:00am - 10:00am
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Join us for Tai Chi led by Health and Wellness Coordinator, Bryan Bruner.
Symphony Kids Music Program - with Ms Amy from Orchestra Iowa
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
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Senior Social Hour
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Marion Public Library - Community Room
Join us for a senior social hour at MPL! Seniors are welcome to join us for socializing, coffee, and activities.
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
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You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
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Pokémon Club
Tue, Jan 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 9:15am - 9:45am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Join us in the Children's Programming Room for a fun storytime for babies ages newborn - 18 months!
Baby Storytime
Wed, Jan 22, 9:45am - 10:15am
Marion Public Library
Join us in the Children's Programming Room for a fun storytime for babies ages newborn - 18 months!
Toddler Time
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Join us for fun stories, activities, and songs perfect for your terrific toddler!
Tween and Teen Crafternoons - Let's get Crafty!
Wed, Jan 22, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
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Join us for a crazy awesome Crafternoon!
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Dungeons and Dragons - Weekly Dungeons and Dragons Campaign for Teens
Wed, Jan 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Marion Public Library
Teens can build their own characters and work their way through a campaign with other teens. This event meets weekly in... more
Teens can build their own characters and work their way through a campaign with other teens. This event meets weekly in the Teen Programming Room.
Genealogy Junkies - Sponsored by the Genealogical Society of Linn County
Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Marion Public Library - Community Room A
Interested in genealogy? Join us to learn and share research tips and tricks.
Therapy Dog Storytime - With our friends from Therapy Dogs International!
Wed, Jan 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
It is storytime....but reversed. Kids read to the dogs!
Preschool Play Days
Thu, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
Play time activities geared toward preschoolers. Patrons are welcome to stop in for the whole play time or for just a few... more
Play time activities geared toward preschoolers. Patrons are welcome to stop in for the whole play time or for just a few minutes!
Author Talk: Amanda Montell - Library Speakers Consortium
Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Marion Public Library
Join us for a virtual author talk!Register
Longarm Quilter Project Open Hours -- MUST BE CERTIFIED! - MakerSpace
Thu, Jan 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Marion Public Library - MakerSpace
You must have taken the longarm quilter training and be certified by MPL in order to make this reservation.
This event is full
Dungeons & Dragons - Adult Role-Playing Program
Thu, Jan 23, 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Marion Public Library - Youth Programming Room
It's time to roll for fun and adventure!
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