Events
10 / 15
Start: 1:00 pm
Join Alice Wagner for a walking tour of the Marengo City Cemetery, which will focus on our Civil War veterans. Find out how to identify Civil War stones, both Union and Confederate. Discover the name of the first Civil War veteran burial here, as well as the last. This event will last | ||
10 / 16
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10 / 17
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
The library’s book discussion group selection for this month is The Anodyne Necklace by Martha Grimes. This third book in the Richard Jury mystery series involves a murder, a treasure map, and a stolen emerald. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. | ||
10 / 18
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10 / 19
Start: 4:00 pm
Grades 3-5. This group meets every third Monday of the month. October's selection is Mystery of the Singing Ghosts by Gertrude Chandler Warner. | ||
10 / 20
Start: 7:30 pm
The public is welcome to attend MULD Board meetings. | ||
10 / 21
Start: 7:00 pm
East Tennessee native and former Chicagoan Jim Pfitzer is returning to the area to share some of his favorite Appalachian ghost stories. Pfitzer, known for his nature-based tales and distinctly southern delivery, plans on sharing stories ranging from just-for-fun ghost stories to some "pretty scary stuff." Parents may be assured that all ages are welcome and that he will warn them before the scarier stories so they can have their children sitting with them for those parts of the show. Don't miss this exciting program! Registration is required. | ||
10 / 22
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10 / 23
Start: 1:00 pm
For children ages 2-5. The first rule of Tot Club is definitely "Talk about Tot Club." Tot Club is where you'll find stories, crafts, activities, and fun galore, all designed just for toddlers. Call to sign-up now! Start: 3:45 pm
Ages 13 and up. If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza. | ||
10 / 24
Start: 1:00 pm
Ages 16-22
Start: 2:30 pm
Ages 11- 15
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10 / 25
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10 / 26
Start: 6:30 pm
Ages 7 and under Not-so-scary stories, jokes, and craft.
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10 / 27
Start: 4:15 pm
Grades 4-7 Meeting twice a month, children will practice reading and performing short skits, and plays. Other activities include making puppets, as well as designing scenery, costumes, and props. Start: 6:30 pm
Ages 12 and up Urban legends, scary stories, horror movie trivia, and snack. | ||
10 / 28
Start: 1:00 pm
Ages 7-12. From 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Have a day off from school and don't know what to do? How about an afternoon of Mario Kart. It doesn't matter whether you are an experienced player or a first time thrill seeker, just come and enjoy the fun! Registration is required. Start: 6:30 pm
Do you really need a cover letter with that resume? How can you best prepare for job interviews, all the way from your appearance to the tough questions they might ask? Michele Hellyer of Midwest Resume Service will cover | ||
10 / 29
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10 / 30
Start: 3:45 pm
Ages 13 and up. If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza. | ||
10 / 31
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11 / 3
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11 / 4
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11 / 5
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11 / 6
Start: 3:45 pm
Ages 13 and up. If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza. Start: 6:30 pm
Ladies, get ready for fun and snacks and lots of prizes! We’ll be playing this easy to learn and entertaining game after hours here at the library. Th | ||
11 / 7
Start: 2:00 pm
Featuring the 2008 comedy/drama (115 minutes, rated PG) starring Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston, and Alan Arkin. Plot summary: a young couple embarks upon the adventure of marriage, career, family, and MARLEY (“the world’s worst dog”). Movie snacks are provided. | ||
11 / 8
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11 / 9
Start: 6:30 pm
Ages 5-10 We will be making a glowbird table topper! It is the perfect holiday decoration.
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11 / 10
Start: 12:30 pm
Want some assistance navigating the Internet, dealing with e-mail, learning MS Word, or blogging? The Marengo-Union Library and Marengo Community High School are teaming up to offer one-on-one customized learning sessions. This workshop will last for about an hour and is held at MCHS. | ||
11 / 11
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11 / 12
Start: 9:30 am
Want some assistance navigating the Internet, dealing with e-mail, learning MS Word, or blogging? The Marengo-Union Library and Marengo Community High School are teaming up to offer one-on-one customized learning sessions. &nb Start: 10:00 am
In 1872, who would you have seen to order blinds for the house? What was the name of the company in Marengo that made stoves around the turn of the century? Historian Alice Wagner will answer these intriguing questions and many others in a program about 100 years of local business advertising at two different tim | ||
11 / 13
Start: 3:45 pm
Ages 13 and up. If you enjoy anime, manga, or are curious about Japanese culture, then drop in and see what this club is all about. Some of the activities include the viewing of anime, lock-ins, and the ever favorite annual PockyPalooza. | ||
11 / 14
Start: 1:00 pm
The library’s book discussion group selection for this month is Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood by Rebecca Wells. This is the story of four women who developed friendships at a young age and have remained friends ever since. Copies of the book are available at the front desk. < Start: 5:30 pm
Ages 12 and up A celebration of vampires, from Count Orlok to Edward Cullen. Don't forget your garlic. (Turtlenecks are optional.) Registration is required. | ||
This month's feature is Down a Dark Hall by Lois Duncan. 
This month's selection is "Wait Till Helen Comes", an eerie tale about a ghost wanting to lure a young girl to her doom. Written by Mary Downing Hahn. 
