Gratis Marion Lawrence Memorial Library

05/27/2026

📚🦖 Unearth a Story this summer at the Marion Lawrence Memorial Library!

Join us Thursday, June 4th from 2–6 p.m. to register for our Summer Reading Program! Stop in for a scavenger hunt, enjoy a popsicle, pick up a calendar of events, and enter a raffle.

Adults can join the fun too — receive one raffle entry for every 5 items checked out throughout the program!

☀️ Program runs June 4th–August 6th.

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 In observance of Memorial Day, the Marion Lawrence Memorial Library will be closed all day Monday, May 25th.

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We thank all who have served. 🇺🇸

05/12/2026

📚🌸 Spring Book Sale at the Library! 🌸📚

Stop by the Marion Lawrence Memorial Library during the Gratis Community Garage Sales and browse our Spring Book Sale! Find great reads while supporting your local library and community. ❤️

📅 Thursday, May 14 | 1:00–6:00 PM
📅 Saturday, May 16 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

We hope to see you there! 📖

05/11/2026

📚🐝 Book Club is Tomorrow! 🐝📚

Join us Tuesday, May 12 at 6:00 PM for The Secret Life of Bees!

Bring a friend, a snack to share if you’d like, and your suggestions for next month’s book! 📖

05/05/2026

04/24/2026

🌱 Tomorrow!

Community Conversations: Container Gardening 101

🗓 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Marion Lawrence Memorial Library

🌻 Bring seeds to exchange
☕ Coffee & tea provided

See you there!

🌱 Community Conversations: Container Gardening 101 🌿
Growing Big Results in Small Spaces

Join us to learn the basics of container gardening—perfect for any space or experience level! 🌼

🗓 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Marion Lawrence Memorial Library

👩‍🌾 Led by Preble County Extension Educator Savannah Ballweg

🌻 Bring seeds to exchange!
☕ Coffee & tea provided

Come learn, share, and grow with us

04/14/2026

🌱 Community Conversations: Container Gardening 101 🌿
Growing Big Results in Small Spaces

Join us to learn the basics of container gardening—perfect for any space or experience level! 🌼

🗓 Saturday, April 25
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Marion Lawrence Memorial Library

👩‍🌾 Led by Preble County Extension Educator Savannah Ballweg

🌻 Bring seeds to exchange!
☕ Coffee & tea provided

Come learn, share, and grow with us

03/28/2026

🐰🌷 After School Story Hour is almost here! 🌷🐰

Join us on Thursday, April 2nd at 4:30 PM for a fun afternoon of stories, smiles, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny! 🐣📚

Bring the kids after school and come enjoy a sweet springtime story hour at the library — we can’t wait to see you there!

03/16/2026

🍀🌈 After School Story Hour Fun! 🌈🍀

Join us for a fun afternoon of stories, crafts, and a snack at the Marion Lawrence Memorial Library!

📅 Thursday, March 19
⏰ 4:30 PM

All children are welcome — we hope to see you there!

📍 15 E Franklin St, Gratis
📞 937-787-3052

03/01/2026

❄️ MARION LAWRENCE MEMORIAL LIBRARY ❄️

GRATIS BOOK CLUB

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Now Reading:

Frozen River

by Ariel Lawhon

Inspired by the real diary of 18th-century midwife Martha Ballard, this compelling historical novel weaves together mystery, justice, and resilience in 1789 Maine.

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📅 Tuesday, March 31
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Marion Lawrence Memorial Library

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📞 Call the library to register and reserve your copy.

All are welcome!
Whether you’re a longtime member or joining for the first time, we would love to have you.