Spring has arrived, and we have some fun events planned at the Marcus Public Library now that the weather looks to warm up soon. Be sure to mark your calendars and join us. All programs are free of charge and open to all.
This past Wednesday we hosted a Community Coffee here at the library in conjunction with WesTel Systems to celebrate National Library Week. National Library Week recognizes the importance and benefits of library services to all communities and patrons, as well as the staff, boards, cities, and volunteers who keep our libraries alive and well. Thank you to all who stopped in for cookies, fruit, coffee and some free goodies courtesy of WesTel Systems. Your support is much-appreciated!
On Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 pm, Save Our Avian Raptors (S.O.A.R.) will present a program at the library. Please join us for an up-close look at some live birds and learn about the large raptors in our area. Hawks, owls, eagles, and kestrels are common in northwest Iowa and this will be a fascinating program! S.O.A.R. works with rehabilitation, education, and research for the majestic creatures in their care from their facility near Manning, Iowa. Everyone is welcome; young children should be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, May 12 at 6:30 brings perennial library favorite Darrin Crow back to Marcus to present a historical program on The Underground Railroad in Iowa. Darrin’s programs are always interesting and well-done, and this one is perfect for adults and students. This set of stories focuses on the heroic citizens who helped hundreds of enslaved people find their way to freedom.
April 27 and May 11 bring LEGO Club after school (early out days). Kids are welcome to meet at the library at 1:30 pm for an hour of LEGO building.
Our Summer Reading Children’s Programs will begin June 8 and take place on Wednesdays at 1:00 pm. We have a great group of presenters this year, ranging from magicians to zoo animals to the insect zoo! Watch for more information on our Summer Reading events coming soon.
The Marcus Public Library is also honored to be the recipient of a Cherokee County Legacy Grant from the Cherokee County Legacy Foundation. This grant will be used toward the library roof replacement project. We’re excited about this endeavor and thankful for the support from the Foundation.
As always, thank you for supporting your local library!
Beth Kingdon, Library Director, Marcus Public Library