Mars Area Public Library

06/12/2026

Stretch, breathe, and relax with us in the great outdoors!

Join us for Kids Yoga in the Park on Wednesday, June 17 at 10:00 AM at Adams Township Community Park.

Kids and caregivers will enjoy age-appropriate yoga poses, breathing, relaxation, and movement in a fun outdoor setting.

Loose clothing is recommended. Please bring your own yoga mat or blanket.

Presented by IvyRehab for Kids.

06/10/2026

The eggs have arrived from Hatch the Chicken! 🐣

We’ll be patiently waiting over the next 21 days for our new feathered friends to hatch. Once they arrive, the chicks will get to hang out at the library for two weeks before heading home.

A big thank you to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this fun and educational opportunity for our community!

06/08/2026

Summer Reading isn’t just for the kids!

Adults can join the fun too. Read, log your time, and earn virtual raffle tickets for a chance to win a grand prize. Complete the challenge and you’ll also receive a small finishing prize!

Whether you’re reading on the porch, listening to an audiobook on your commute, or finally tackling that book on your nightstand, Summer Reading is for you too.

Stop by the library or visit our website to sign up.

06/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Dino Dig Summer Reading Kickoff! 🦖

We had a roaring good time digging for fossils, discovering artifacts, and kicking off a summer full of reading, adventure, and prehistoric fun.

We are so excited for a dino-mite summer at the library! Keep reading, keep logging, and keep an eye out for all the fun programs still to come.

Let us know in the comments, what was your favorite part of the dig?

06/03/2026

A huge thank you to the Southern Butler County Garden Club for all of their hard work helping our library garden thrive!

This year, there is an extra fun bonus for families to enjoy. Stop by our Children’s Department to pick up a garden bingo scavenger hunt, then head outside to see what you can find among the flowers, plants, and thanks to Cranberry Yarn Creations Group.

06/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who shared name suggestions for our 3D printed dinosaur! We had so many fun and creative ideas, and we have narrowed it down to the top five.

Now we need your help choosing the winner!

Stop by the library starting tomorrow to vote in person for your favorite:

Deimos
Read-a-Saurus Rex
Sir Chomps
Roary
Stacks

06/01/2026

Starting this Saturday, the library will switch to our summer Saturday hours!

The library will be open on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Stop in, stock up, and spend part of your summer with us!

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

We’re hiring!

Mars Area Public Library is looking for a friendly, dependable Part-Time Circulation Worker to join our team.

This position helps with front desk service, checking materials in and out, assisting patrons, shelving, and keeping the library running smoothly. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with the public, is comfortable with basic technology, and wants to be part of a welcoming community space. This is a year round position, not temporary.

Interested? Visit our website for more information on how to apply. https://www.marsarealibrary.org/employment

05/28/2026

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