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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Special Events
Here you’ll find all the special events we’re hosting throughout the month.
These are one-time, non-recurring programs, so don’t miss your chance to join us!
Digging Up The Past with Beth Hoffman
- Monday, June 1 at 6:00
- KGR
Learn how to run a proper dig site and see some of Beth’s artifacts.
Unearthing Our Story with Bob Strohm
- Thursday, June 2 at 6:00
- MPR
Learn new fun facts!
Gravestone Cleaning Workshop
- Thursday, June 4 at 6:00
- MPR
Presented by Mary Young, we’ll learn respectful and effective preservation techniques for gravestone and history markers.
D-Day Discussion with Bob Strohm
- Saturday, June 6 at 11:00
- MPR
Join us for a commemorative talk about D-Day and local heroes.
Jurassic Park Movie Party
- Saturday, June 13 at 11:00
- MPR
Join us for snacks, crafts and a movie!
Exploring Ancient Ohio
- Tuesday, June 16 at 3:00
- MPR
A virtual program with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Genealogy 101
- Wednesday, June 17 at 4:00
- Registration Required
- MPR
Presented by Chris Drain. Learn how to get started on your family tree quest. Registration opens May 18.
Exploring Sharks
- Thursday, June 18 at 1:00
- MPR
A virtual program presented by the Greater Cleveland Aquarium.
Door Prize = 2 aquarium tickets.
Fly Fishing 101
- Saturday, June 20 at 10:00
- MPR
Presented by Ron Thompson.
Archaeology On Lake Erie
- Monday, June 22 at 6:00
- MPR
Presented by Chris Gilcrest from the National Museum of the Great Lakes.
Red Cross Blood Drive
- Tuesday, June 23 at 11:00 – 4:00
- MPR
Donate blood and receive bonus Summer Reading raffle slips.
Music Trivia Night
- Wednesday, June 24 at 5:00
- MPR
Bring a friend and join us for music trivia and pizza.
Echoes of Shelby
- Monday, June 29 at 6:00
- MPR
Listen to marching band memories from the LP era.
Recurring Events
- First Monday of each month at 5:00
- MPR
Join us for coffee and fun, engaging discussions about your chosen title!
- June: Hobbies & Interests
- July: Patriotic
- August: Beach
- September: Recommended by a Friend (Sept. 14th meeting. Closed for Labor Day)
- October: Not Everyone Will Love It
- November: Wine, Women and Song
- December: Strange But True
- Second Wednesday of each month at 1:00
- MPR
Every month, we’ll dive into our carefully chosen monthly title- books provided for you. Join us for fun, engaging discussions and discover your next favorite story!
- June: Waiting for the Moon by Kristin Hannah
- Second Thursday of each month at 6:00
- MPR
Join us for fun, engaging discussions about your chosen title!
- June: Trivial Pursuit Category
- July: Historical Fiction
- August: TBD
- September: Occupations
- October: Successful Businesses & Entrepreneurs\
- November: Your Name on the Cover
- December: Fine/Performing Arts
- Third Monday of each month at 10:00
- MPR
Every month, we’ll dive into our carefully chosen monthly title- books provided for you. Join us for fun, engaging discussions and discover your next favorite story!
- June: Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
- Third Thursday of each month at 1:00
- ABR
If you love a good “clean read”, this book club is perfect for you! Every month, we’ll dive into our carefully chosen monthly title- books provided for you. Join us for fun, engaging discussions and discover your next favorite story!
- June: The Words We Lost by Nicole Deese
- July: America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray
- August: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
- September: Lost and Found by Suzanne Woods Fisher
- October: Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier
- November: Prayers for Sale by Sandra Dallas
- December: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
- Third Wednesday of each month at 1:00
- MPR
Struggling with the tech in your life? Join us for Tech It Easy! Every month we’ll cover a new topic and learn how to easily use tech in our daily lives.
- June: SEO Libraries App
- July: Emails
- August: Online Payment Apps
- Cookbook Club
- Second Monday of each Month at 1:00
- MPR
Join us for great food and even better company! Bring a dish of food and a copy of the recipe to share.
- June: Retro
- July: Picnic
- August: Casserole
- September: Crockpot
- October: Salad
- November: Thanksgiving
- December: Christmas
- Knotty Knitters
- Second and Fourth Thursday of each Month at 1:00
- ABR
Do you knit or crochet? Work on projects with the community! Beginners always welcome.
- DIY Design Night
- Registration Required
- Third Tuesday of each Month at 6:00
- MPR
Do you like to craft? Join us! We’ll make a new craft every month.
- June: Dinosaur Soap
- Walking Club
- Fridays at 10:00
- MML Lobby
Join us for an hour-long walk around town.
Photo Sharing
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