MML Adult Programs

Overview

Marvin Memorial Library offers a variety of programs and events for adults! From book clubs to tech classes, and craft programs to expert speakers, there’s something for everyone.

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FREE EDUCATION COURSES

The Marvin Memorial Library is pleased to offer FREE in person Basic Adult Education Courses through the Mid-Ohio Adult Education Program. This free education program is graciously funded by an Ohio Department of Education Aspire grant.

  • Earn a GED,
  • Gain skills to advance employment
  • Prepare for the ASVAB
  • Prepare for college entrance exams
  • Complete a Career Tech Program (Madison, Pioneer, Ashland W. Holmes)
  • Complete the adult diploma program and get a credential to work in a chosen field
Mid-Ohio Adult Education serves Richland, Ashland, and Crawford Counties. For more information, please visit Mid-Ohio Adult Education or call 419-521-9001.

Special Events and Activities

Regularly Scheduled Programs

Book Bingo contiues, Line Dancing is back, and we have a new program for ages 16 and up: Game Night!

“Off the Shelf” Cookbook Club

Cookbook Club meets on the 2nd Monday of each month at 1:00 pm. Each month has a theme. Join us by bringing a dish of theme food and a copy of the recipe to share.  You get to taste everyone else’s treats, and take home a “Cookbook” collection of all the recipes. No registration required; join us any time.

Book & Bean

Book & Bean meets on the 1st Monday of each month at 5:00 pm. No registration required; just read a book in the assigned theme and join us for a fun discussion. Contact Amanda at 419-347-5576  for more information.

Between the Bookends

If you enjoy “clean reads” you will want to join this book club.  We meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm.  We have assigned titles and will get the books for you each month. Contact Shelly at 419-347-5576 for more information.

Walking Club

The Walking Club meets  in the lobby every Wednesday morning at 10:00 am from June 1st through October 31st to walk  for  approximately an hour. Feel free to wear wrist or ankle weights and bring a water bottle. Wear comfortable walking clothes/shoes. If the weather is bad, or it is cold, we will follow an indoor walking video.

DIY Design Nights *RR

Register to join us as we craft, get creative, and share tips and tricks. Registration opens on the 1st of each month. We always meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm.  Call 419-347-5576 or stop by the front desk to reserve your spot today.

The Reading Room

Join us on the 2nd Thursday of even numbered months for a lively discussion on the topics listed. Contact Amanda at  419-347-5576 for more information.

Cover to Cover

Do you like a Book Club with assigned titles? If so, Cover to Cover is for you! Each month we have an interesting assigned title to read. We’ll provide the books for you to borrow. You just read the book and join us for a lively discussion about it. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1:00 pm.

Knotty Knitters

Do you knit or crochet? Would you like to learn? Join us on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm. We gather together to knit or crochet, share stories, swap patterns, and have fun.

Photo Sharing

Have awesome pictures from our programs, activities, or finished Take & Make crafts? Share them with us by tagging us in your Facebook Post or emailing them to [email protected]. By sending pictures, you acknowledge that we may or may not use them for promotions or other library related-media.

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