Programs! Programs! and more Programs for all ages!

SUMMER FUN at MRL
Free Programs are Coming Up!
Thursday, June 8, 10 – 11am
Location: Bard Room
Let’s come together each week to play games! We’ll spend 45 minutes jumping, hopping, skipping, throwing and dancing while we play games such as Duck Duck Goose, musical chairs, and “The Floor is Lava”. 
 
Twig Castles (Teens)
Thursday, June 8, 3 – 4pm
Location: Teen Space
Use twigs and other natural materials to build structures of your imagination.  
 
Thursday, June 8, 6 – 7:30pm
Location: Bard Room
Learn when and how to say “no” in a way that is respectful, clear, and firm, in an AVP (Alternatives to Violence Project) mini-workshop. Many people find saying “no” to be difficult. This workshop provides tools and practice, so you can feel more confident about saying no with respect for others.
 
Drop-in Art Making Session (All ages)
Saturday, June 10, 11am – 1pm
Location: Bard Room
Community members of all ages can come and make art! We will have several art stations for participants to create their very own artwork! Through the use of paint, drawing, and other crafty elements, participants will design in their unique style.
 
Monday, June 12, 9:30am – Saturday, June 17, 4pm (while supplies last)
Location: Pick up at the Service Desk
MRL’s Adult Program Pickup Kits provide a creative outlet to complete on your own time! Create a fun summery keychain using polymer clay to make beads. Get creative with the provided colors to make beads in various sizes and shapes. Once oven-baked, polymer clay becomes hard and durable.
 
Monday, June 12, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Location: Teen Space
Dream Crafters
To defeat boredom throughout the summer, join teen night filled with crafts, games, challenges, and more.
 
STEM Game Night (Ages 6-11)
Monday, June 12, 5:30 – 6:30pm
Location: Youth Services
Drop in and play games with family and friends. 
 
Wednesday, June 14, 10 – 11am
Location: Bard Room
Spend time playing with your little one and learn about local resources. Each session will close with a mini storytime. 
 
Wednesday, June 14, 3 – 4pm
Location: Bard Room
Create a gift from the heart! Decorate and customize a Ceramic Watering Can. Use paint and markers and design it however you please. This can be a very thoughtful gift to surprise your loved ones or just add it to your own craft collection. 
 
Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 – 7:30pm
Location: Bard Room
Part 1: Generations of Hayes Family members talk about the history and the growth of Hayes Arboretum. Hayes Arb is celebrating their 60th year of being open to the public. Join us as we look back in time at the life of Stanley W. Hayes, the founder of Hayes Arboretum. 
 
Thursday, June 15, 10 – 11am
Location: Bard Room
Let’s come together each week to play games! We’ll spend 45 minutes jumping, hopping, skipping, throwing, and dancing while we play games such as Duck Duck Goose, musical chairs, and “The Floor is Lava”. 
 
Thursday, June 15, 3 – 4:30pm
Location: Teen Space
CourtyardUNITY is the focus of the TEEN Summer Programs.
6/15/23: DREAM: Use macramé or yarn to make a moon and star dreamcatcher.
6/29/23: BUILD: Repurpose pallet boards to make a hexagon shelf.
Thursday, June 15, 6 – 7:30pm
Location: Bard Room or Courtyard (weather-sensitive location)
Come hear crowd favorite Aaron Nell as he shares an evening of poetry and music. This concert is coordinated by music enthusiast Joe Augustin who helps introduce cherished musicians to our local community.
Looking for family fun throughout the summer?
Various programs are offered for all ages, from pre-schoolers to teens to adults. A sampling of the programs provided are crafting for teens, storytimes, art programs, live music, author visits, reading clubs, and ballroom dance lessons. If you want to attend programs in-person at the library, registration is required for some of our events. Links to registration and complete program details can be found at MRLinfo.org/events.
Have you ever wanted to explore the continents of the world?
Explore the library’s family fun adventure “Where in the World” Scavenger Hunt. Seek and find the 7 continents throughout MRL in this summer-long scavenger hunt. Check back often as the hunt changes all summer long.
This year’s premier sponsor for the Summer Reading Program is the Friends of Morrisson-Reeves Library.