November 2024 Ways you can support lifelong learning and literacy at Marion Public Library: Giving directly to Marion Public Library in honor or memory of family or friends. Your generosity supports the growth of fiction and nonfiction collections at Marion Public Library. Checks and cash are accepted. Marion Imagination Library Make a donation to the Marion Imagination Library Fund, which should be directed to the Marion Community Foundation, 504 South State Street, Marion, Ohio 43302. Your gift will help put one book per month in the hands of Marion County children aged 0 to under 5. This early childhood literacy initiative would not be possible without local agencies, Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library, and Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Endowment Fund Did you know Marion Public Library has an Endowment Fund? Donating to the Marion Public Library Endowment Fund via Marion Community Foundation supports the print and digital collections, and children, teen, and adult programs at Marion Public Library. Let’s Read 20 Making a donation to Let’s Read 20 Endowment Fund via Marion Community Foundation. Your contribution will go towards building a community of readers in Marion County. Let’s Read 20 encourages everyone to read to a November and the thought of giving thanks has come around at lightning speed this year. As the months roll by, we reflect on the many things we are thankful for in 2024: > for our brilliant, diverse, talented staff. They don’t always get the accolades they deserve so please join me in applauding their daily attentiveness to your needs. > for the various programs that have been shared through the Library to foster lifelong learning opportunities > for all of the author events this past year and the opportunities for the community to come face-to-face with authors from all walks of life, both local and nationally recognized. > for access to knowledge and resources through the collections of our library for all, regardless of income. > for a safe and welcoming space for different age groups, babies, families, teens, adults, and seniors. Finding comfort and security in the presence of like-minded individuals. > for many Library volunteers who share a passion for our purpose and continue to give their time in so many ways. There are so many more that can be added. What are some of your favorite reasons to be thankful? GIVING TUESDAY DECEMBER 3 Multiple ways to support your Marion Public Library DIRECTOR’S NOTE Gary Branson child for at least 20 minutes each day. Let’s Read 20 is administered through Marion Public Library. Donating your gently used books. Your used books are evaluated and in some cases added to Marion Public Library collections and in others sold during the annual book sale. Drop off books anytime the Marion Public Library is open. BookMarks Friends of Marion Public Library Becoming a member of, or making a donation to, The BookMarks. The BookMarks are a group of volunteers who support Marion Public Library’s services, programs, and facilities through events, the BookMarket, and the annual book sale. The BookMarks are exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Federal Internal Revenue Code. Shop Used Books Shopping at the BookMarket located in Marion Public Library. Find gently used fiction and nonfiction books along with some novelty items. Treat yourself or find the perfect gift. MarionLibrary.org/give to find info and links. Thank you for your generous support!
Nov 1 ALL - Fall Garden Maintenance & Gardening as We Grow Older @ 10am Nov 4 Lapsit Baby Time @ 11am Adventure Authors @ 3:30pm Nov 5 ALL - Marion County Agriculture: Past, Present, Future @ 11am Fiction Book Discussion @ 6pm Nov 6 ALL - Behind the Scenes of Boyd Funeral Home @ 2pm Nov 7 Story Time! @ 10 & 11am Teen Tabletop Time @ 3:15am Nov 8 ALL - Fall Garden Maintenance & Gardening as We Grow Older @ 10pm Nov 11 Lapsit Baby Time @ 11am Adventure Authors @ 3:30pm Nov 12 ALL - Marion County Agriculture: Past, Present, Future @ 10am Books in Focus @ 3pm Nov 13 ALL - Behind the Scenes of Boyd Funeral Home @ 2pm Printmaking Family Fun Night @ 5:30pm Nov 14 Story Time! @ 10 & 11am Teen Tabletop Time @ 3:15pm Nov 18-23Share Your Thanks - Send a Postcard to Your Favorite Author or Character Nov 18 Lapsit Baby Time @ 11am Adventure Authors @ 3:30pm Nov 19 Nonfiction Book Discussions @ 6pm Nov 20 Outdoor Cat Shelters @ 5:30pm Nov 21 Story Time! @ 10am & 11am Teen Tabletop Time @ 3:15pm Nov 25 Lapsit Baby Time @ 11am Adventure Authors @ 3:30pm Nov 26 Book Show & Tell @ 3pm Nov 27 Library Closing @ 5pm Nov 28 Library Closed - Happy Thanksgiving A generous donation by Ron and Laura Scharer, honoring Dr. Patricia Scharer was used to purchase book shelves that fit the color and decor of the kids area of the Library. A plaque memorializing the donation reads: In honor of Dr. Patricia Scharer’s love of children and their literature. Books become our language. Books become our home. Books become our lives. Dreamers (2018) by Yuri Morales As a school teacher, Patricia spent her career nurturing the love of reading and in her later years as a Reading Recovery Active Trainer. We thank the Scharer family for their continued support of all things library and for their thoughful donation. HEARTFELT DONATIONS Scharer family recognized calendar of events https://www.MarionLibrary.org/calendar/month *ALL - Registration and a fee required Adult Child/Teen ALL Digital Lit still taking reservations Do you have a child or grandchild that has graduated out of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program? If so, consider Paying It Forward for a child still in the program or to be born into the program in future years. If you are interested in ensuring the program is everlasting, a contribution of $130 will cover the cost of a child getting 60 books for five years. A contribution of $26 will cover the cost of a child getting 12 books for one full year. Any amount of donation is appreciated and can be made to the Marion Community Foundation fund via mail: Marion Community Foundation, c/o Marion County Imagination Library, 504 South State Street, Marion, Ohio 43302. Or through the website: https://marioncommunity foundation.org/fund/imagination-library-fund/ PAY IT FORWARD for future Dolly graduates
FICTION: November 5 @ 6pm Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver NONFICTION: November 19 @ 6pm Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe Find the 2024 Book Discussions List: www.MarionLibrary.org/bookdiscussions Full video on our Library YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/HNRIvF7tKZk book discussion Stop by, pick up a book, read and join the discussion. books in focus Check out the new titles hitting our shelves within the month of November. THANK YOU MARION! SPEAKING VOLUMES WITH SMILEY Author Jane Smiley delights fundraiser attendees The BookMarks and Marion Public Library hosted author Jane Smiley for their annual Speaking Volumes event the evening of Friday, October 18. Just over 90 participants were able to hear author Smiley talk about her journey to becoming a published author, and the process of writing her many books, including her new release Lucky. The BookMarks and Marion Public Library couldn’t have had a successful event without the support of the community. We thank these community organizations and individuals who sponsored the event. All proceeds ultimately support the operations, programs, and services of Marion Public Library.
Kim: In Australia, a wide array of characters are stuck in a flight delay on the tarmac. “Death Lady” on plane announces when people will die. Story follows several intriguing characters, including “Death Lady.” Suspenseful and serious tone with moments of humor. facebook.com/mplohio instagram: @MarionPublicLib twitter: @MarionPublicLib youtube: @MarionPublicLibraryOhio linkedin: @MarionPublicLibraryOhio Marion Public Library 445 East Church Street Marion, Ohio 43302 740-387-0992 MarionLibrary.org Board of Directors Phyllis Butterworth, President Patrick Carey Jennifer Donelson Blake Gates Malcolm Goodman Dana Booker Leslie Schneider Gary Branson Executive Director Danielle T.: Dorothy disappeared for 4 days. When she returns she is linked to a murder. Quick read. Amusing, plot orientated, with a curve ball ending. #staffRA Jenny: A company plane emergency strands characters on an island. Intensifying, full of sabotage, AI, and Sci-Fi Thriller. Wove is a fictional company that is monetarizing emotions. Brooding, complex, courageous, and introspective characters. Susan: Earth destroyed. Populations exist on space stations. Monarchy government with royals ruling. Robot-type space suits are used to battle for noble entertainment. Main character tries to avenge her mother. Flawed, brooding characters. https://youtu.be/vnzme2MUlpw Watch more extensive reviews on our YouTube channel. Coming soon! Check out a full list of books at MarionLibrary.org. Please remember you can always place a hold if the book has not arrived yet or is currently checked out. new for young readers BOOKMARKET VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Make a difference by giving a few hours a month Looking to give a few volunteer hours? Applications are being accepted for volunteer workers for the BookMarket, a used book store inside Marion Public Library that raises funds throughout the whole year. The BookMarket is run by the BookMarks Friends of Marion Public Library volunteer group. Shoppers can find all varieties of gently used books on sale where purchases make a difference. Volunteer with a friend and spend some time in a slower paced, no stress environment. Pick up an application at the Marion Public Library main desk, in the BookMarket, or download online from MarionOHBookmarks.org/bookmarket Miranda: Follows 2 generations of women during Pakistan/India split. Women in their family inherit memories/history through a handed-down tapestry. Steady-paced, multi-layered, dialogue moves the story. Complex, realistic characters.
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