Teen Tabletop Gaming

Teen Tabletop Gaming will be meeting virtually and in the community room! Attend whichever way is most convenient for you. In nice weather, we might also head outside to the courtyard. For those joining us online: we use Discord, a free voice and chat service that lets ......More

Teen Tabletop Gaming will be meeting virtually and in the community room! Attend whichever way is most convenient for you. In nice weather, we might also head outside to the courtyard. For those joining us online: we use Discord, a free voice and chat service that lets you create private servers. You can use it right in your browser without installing anything. You can also install it on a computer or use the app on a tablet or smartphone. You will need to sign up for an account with a valid email address before you can use it. The chat server will be moderated by a librarian. Parents, you can learn more about discord here. Please email Emilirose ([email protected]) or contact LibrarianEmilirose on Discord for a link to the server. We usually play the 5th edition (2014 rules) of Dungeons & Dragons, but we also play other TTRPGs like Daggerheart, Kids on Bikes, or Crash Pandas. We also spend a lot of time chatting, collaborating on video games, and getting our characters ready.  The online voice chat will be available at around 3:20 pm. We start playing when enough players have arrived, and we’ll be done by around 6 pm. It’s okay if you have to leave early. Adult players: this event is specifically for teens and preteens. Looking for a group? Email Emilirose ([email protected]) to be added to our list of local players looking for a party! For more information on our usual sessions and digital resources, visit our Teen Tabletop Gaming page.

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Kilts: History & Construction

Sheila Tabaka, fashion historian, SMSU Theatre’s costume designer, and owner of Caledonia Kilts, will discuss the culture, history, & construction of Scottish kilts. Professor Tabaka studied the making of kilts while in Scotland as part of her sabbatical studies. A simi......More

Sheila Tabaka, fashion historian, SMSU Theatre’s costume designer, and owner of Caledonia Kilts, will discuss the culture, history, & construction of Scottish kilts. Professor Tabaka studied the making of kilts while in Scotland as part of her sabbatical studies. A similar lecture was held in fall 2024.     This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

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Writer's Café Salon

Meet with other writers to discuss topics and challenges! These meetings are open to all writers from the region. There will also be dedicated writing time and the opportunity to share your work. Sessions are scheduled every Wednesday during much of the year, with excep......More

Meet with other writers to discuss topics and challenges! These meetings are open to all writers from the region. There will also be dedicated writing time and the opportunity to share your work. Sessions are scheduled every Wednesday during much of the year, with exceptions for holidays.

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Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme

Learn about herbs from local Master Gardeners Intern Sarah Avedikians! Herbs are music to your senses. Explore the diverse world of herbs, their cultivation, medicinal properties, and culinary uses. This informational event is free and open to the public. This event is ......More

Learn about herbs from local Master Gardeners Intern Sarah Avedikians! Herbs are music to your senses. Explore the diverse world of herbs, their cultivation, medicinal properties, and culinary uses. This informational event is free and open to the public. This event is presented through the Minnesota Extension Service Master Gardener volunteer program. Click here to learn more about our Minnesota Master Gardeners.

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Composting Class

Join the Lyon County Environmental Department and our Lyon County Master Gardeners for a free class about composting! What can be composted? How does composting work? How long does it take? What can you do with your compost?All attendees will receive a free indoor and f......More

Join the Lyon County Environmental Department and our Lyon County Master Gardeners for a free class about composting! What can be composted? How does composting work? How long does it take? What can you do with your compost?All attendees will receive a free indoor and free outdoor compost container. Registration is required. To sign up, call (507) 532-1307 or email [email protected] .

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Fellowship of the StRings Fiber Arts Meet-Up

Join the Fellowship of the StRings! We are every day folks who dabble in the fiber arts or who otherwise want to learn the many journeys that a simple string can take.All are welcome, whether you knit, crochet, embroider, felt, macrame, spin, weave, or quilt. If your th......More

Join the Fellowship of the StRings! We are every day folks who dabble in the fiber arts or who otherwise want to learn the many journeys that a simple string can take.All are welcome, whether you knit, crochet, embroider, felt, macrame, spin, weave, or quilt. If your thing is tying (or untying) giant knots, there’s a place for you as well! Chat, ask advice, and work on your projects.We meet the second and fourth Monday of the month at the Marshall Lyon County Library- hope to see you there!

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Teen Tabletop Gaming

Teen Tabletop Gaming will be meeting virtually and in the community room! Attend whichever way is most convenient for you. In nice weather, we might also head outside to the courtyard. For those joining us online: we use Discord, a free voice and chat service that lets ......More

Teen Tabletop Gaming will be meeting virtually and in the community room! Attend whichever way is most convenient for you. In nice weather, we might also head outside to the courtyard. For those joining us online: we use Discord, a free voice and chat service that lets you create private servers. You can use it right in your browser without installing anything. You can also install it on a computer or use the app on a tablet or smartphone. You will need to sign up for an account with a valid email address before you can use it. The chat server will be moderated by a librarian. Parents, you can learn more about discord here. Please email Emilirose ([email protected]) or contact LibrarianEmilirose on Discord for a link to the server. We usually play the 5th edition (2014 rules) of Dungeons & Dragons, but we also play other TTRPGs like Daggerheart, Kids on Bikes, or Crash Pandas. We also spend a lot of time chatting, collaborating on video games, and getting our characters ready.  The online voice chat will be available at around 3:20 pm. We start playing when enough players have arrived, and we’ll be done by around 6 pm. It’s okay if you have to leave early. Adult players: this event is specifically for teens and preteens. Looking for a group? Email Emilirose ([email protected]) to be added to our list of local players looking for a party! For more information on our usual sessions and digital resources, visit our Teen Tabletop Gaming page.

Marshall-Lyon County Library

Writer's Café Salon

Meet with other writers to discuss topics and challenges! These meetings are open to all writers from the region. There will also be dedicated writing time and the opportunity to share your work. Sessions are scheduled every Wednesday during much of the year, with excep......More

Meet with other writers to discuss topics and challenges! These meetings are open to all writers from the region. There will also be dedicated writing time and the opportunity to share your work. Sessions are scheduled every Wednesday during much of the year, with exceptions for holidays.

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Pots, Bombs & Snails (starting seeds for kids)

Kids, get ready to start seeds with your local Master Gardeners! Learn three different ways to start your flower and vegetable seeds indoors.  Plant a seed in a pot.  Make a seed bomb.  Roll up a seed snail. This informational event is free and open to the public. This ......More

Kids, get ready to start seeds with your local Master Gardeners! Learn three different ways to start your flower and vegetable seeds indoors.  Plant a seed in a pot.  Make a seed bomb.  Roll up a seed snail. This informational event is free and open to the public. This event is presented through the Minnesota Extension Service Master Gardener volunteer program. Click here to learn more about our Minnesota Master Gardeners.

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Great Reads Book Club

The Great Reads book club meets the third Saturday of each month at 11 am at the Marshall library with Zoom available for anyone who wants to attend virtually. For more information or access to the Zoom meeting, please visit the Great Reads Book Club page or contact the......More

The Great Reads book club meets the third Saturday of each month at 11 am at the Marshall library with Zoom available for anyone who wants to attend virtually. For more information or access to the Zoom meeting, please visit the Great Reads Book Club page or contact the library. You will need to contact the library or a book club member for the password to access the Zoom meeting. There is no pressure… just a chance to share your opinions or listen in as others share theirs. Book lists for this book club are available on the Great Reads Book Club page and on the book list in our catalog. Copies of each month’s title will be available at the front desk of the library for book club participants. You may also request a copy via the catalog. Please contact the library if you would like to join us! If you have questions, you can call the library at 507-537-7003 or email us at [email protected].

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Teen Tabletop Gaming

Teen Tabletop Gaming will be meeting virtually and in the community room! Attend whichever way is most convenient for you. In nice weather, we might also head outside to the courtyard. For those joining us online: we use Discord, a free voice and chat service that lets ......More

Teen Tabletop Gaming will be meeting virtually and in the community room! Attend whichever way is most convenient for you. In nice weather, we might also head outside to the courtyard. For those joining us online: we use Discord, a free voice and chat service that lets you create private servers. You can use it right in your browser without installing anything. You can also install it on a computer or use the app on a tablet or smartphone. You will need to sign up for an account with a valid email address before you can use it. The chat server will be moderated by a librarian. Parents, you can learn more about discord here. Please email Emilirose ([email protected]) or contact LibrarianEmilirose on Discord for a link to the server. We usually play the 5th edition (2014 rules) of Dungeons & Dragons, but we also play other TTRPGs like Daggerheart, Kids on Bikes, or Crash Pandas. We also spend a lot of time chatting, collaborating on video games, and getting our characters ready.  The online voice chat will be available at around 3:20 pm. We start playing when enough players have arrived, and we’ll be done by around 6 pm. It’s okay if you have to leave early. Adult players: this event is specifically for teens and preteens. Looking for a group? Email Emilirose ([email protected]) to be added to our list of local players looking for a party! For more information on our usual sessions and digital resources, visit our Teen Tabletop Gaming page.

Marshall-Lyon County Library

Writer's Café Salon

Meet with other writers to discuss topics and challenges! These meetings are open to all writers from the region. There will also be dedicated writing time and the opportunity to share your work. Sessions are scheduled every Wednesday during much of the year, with excep......More

Meet with other writers to discuss topics and challenges! These meetings are open to all writers from the region. There will also be dedicated writing time and the opportunity to share your work. Sessions are scheduled every Wednesday during much of the year, with exceptions for holidays.

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Library Closed - Memorial Day Weekend

The Marshall, Balaton, and Cottonwood libraries will be closed from Saturday, May 24th, through Monday, May 26th, for the Memorial Day weekend. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, May 27th.