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Baby Bounce

Baby Bounce

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Red Side (Street Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Events, Storytime Groups
Age Group:
Infants
Baby Bounce:

Simple songs, movements and stories with Miss Tara that introduce infants and their caregivers to learning and literacy.

 To register for 4/23, click here.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Red Side (Street Side)
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Ongoing Events, Storytime Groups
Event Details:

Simple songs, movements and stories with Miss Tara that introduce infants and their caregivers to learning and literacy.

 To register for 4/23, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Please Register Each Individual (Including Adults)

Please register each individual person (including any adults) attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Discover the benefits of becoming a Seed to Supper partner! Help Penn State Extension Master Gardeners empower novice gardeners to grow their own food while strengthening food security in the community.

Seed to Supper

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Button Bouquet Example

Button Bouquets

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Make a charming bouquet that will last forever! Using buttons, floral wire, salt shakers, and other materials, you’ll make a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement perfect for bringing a pop of color into a room.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Make a charming bouquet that will last forever! Using buttons, floral wire, salt shakers, and other materials, you’ll make a one-of-a-kind floral arrangement perfect for bringing a pop of color into a room.

Disclaimer(s)

Lack of Interest

This event may be cancelled due to lack of interest if there are less then five registrations.

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Children" group
Children doing yoga on blue yoga mats

Yoga for Kids

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Red Side (Street Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children
Yoga for Kids, presented by IvyRehab for Kids:

Experience the elements of yoga (breathe, move, rest) in a fun and engaging way with age-appropriate poses and a focus on breathing, relaxation, and meditation. This is a wonderful...

To register for 4/24, click here.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Red Side (Street Side)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Ongoing Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Experience the elements of yoga (breathe, move, rest) in a fun and engaging way with age-appropriate poses and a focus on breathing, relaxation, and meditation. This is a wonderful way for children to stretch their bodies and calm their minds. 

Loose clothing recommended to allow for comfortable movement. Bring your own yoga mat or blanket.

To register for 4/24, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Please Register Each Individual (Including Adults)

Please register each individual person (including any adults) attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Children" group
Renfest Poster

Ren Fest

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
One-Time Programs
Age Group:
Children

Inviting all princesses, knights and other heroes to come dressed for our Spring Fair with fun activities, crafts and a chance to meet a storybook princess in person.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 25, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: One-Time Programs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Inviting all princesses, knights and other heroes to come dressed for our Spring Fair with fun activities, crafts and a chance to meet a storybook princess in person.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Please Register Each Individual (Including Adults)

Please register each individual person (including any adults) attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Infants" group
Baby Bounce

Baby Bounce

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Red Side (Street Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Ongoing Events, Storytime Groups
Age Group:
Infants
Baby Bounce:

Simple songs, movements and stories with Miss Tara that introduce infants and their caregivers to learning and literacy.

To register for 4/30, click here.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Red Side (Street Side)
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Ongoing Events, Storytime Groups
Event Details:

Simple songs, movements and stories with Miss Tara that introduce infants and their caregivers to learning and literacy.

To register for 4/30, click here.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Please Register Each Individual (Including Adults)

Please register each individual person (including any adults) attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Discover the benefits of becoming a Seed to Supper partner! Help Penn State Extension Master Gardeners empower novice gardeners to grow their own food while strengthening food security in the community.

Seed to Supper

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Penn State Ext Food Preservation Program

Jams and Jellies

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing jam and jelly.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Discover the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing jam and jelly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Penn State Ext Food Preservation Program

Jams and Jellies

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Discover the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing jam and jelly.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Discover the scientific reasoning behind today’s recommended methods for making and processing jam and jelly.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Discover the benefits of becoming a Seed to Supper partner! Help Penn State Extension Master Gardeners empower novice gardeners to grow their own food while strengthening food security in the community.

Seed to Supper

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Escape Room - "The Blackstone Inheritance" - Session 1

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Escape Room - "The Blackstone Inheritance" - Session 2

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Escape Room - "The Blackstone Inheritance" - Session 3

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Escape Room - "The Blackstone Inheritance" - Session 4

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Escape Room - "The Blackstone Inheritance" - Session 5

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Escape Room - "The Blackstone Inheritance" - Session 6

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 9, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your eccentric great uncle, the lord of Blackstone Manor, has left you his entire mansion in his will...

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Discover the benefits of becoming a Seed to Supper partner! Help Penn State Extension Master Gardeners empower novice gardeners to grow their own food while strengthening food security in the community.

Seed to Supper

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Discover the benefits of becoming a Seed to Supper partner! Help Penn State Extension Master Gardeners empower novice gardeners to grow their own food while strengthening food security in the community.

Seed to Supper

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Program details.

Youth Chess Tournament

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Calling all chess players.  Please register in one of the following groups:

  • Grade 3-4
  • Grade 3-5
  • Grade 7-8
  • High School

Trophies to winners of each group.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 23, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all chess players.  Please register in one of the following groups:

  • Grade 3-4
  • Grade 3-5
  • Grade 7-8
  • High School

Trophies to winners of each group.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Mars Area Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Mars Area Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group
Discover the benefits of becoming a Seed to Supper partner! Help Penn State Extension Master Gardeners empower novice gardeners to grow their own food while strengthening food security in the community.

Seed to Supper

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Purple (Blue & Red Combined) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Purple (Blue & Red Combined)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Seed to Supper is an in-depth beginning gardening program that provides novice and more experienced gardeners the tools they need to learn how to successfully grow a portion of their own food on a limited budget.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Program details.

Board Game Club - "That's Not a Hat"

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Blue Side (Kitchen Side) at Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Board Game Club meets once per month to learn a new game.

Registration Required
Registration will open on April 30, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Room: Blue Side (Kitchen Side)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Board Game Club meets once per month to learn a new game.

Disclaimer(s)

Image Release

Image Release: The Mars Area Public Library reserves the right for staff to photograph and video record all events and activities for promotional purposes. 

Please Register Each Individual (Including Adults)

Please register each individual person (including any adults) attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Dinosaur

Summer Reading Program Kick Off Party - Dino Dig

Friday, June 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
One-Time Programs, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Everyone

The Mars Area Public Library will kick off our Summer Reading Program with a Dino Dig Event!  Join us for games, activities, face painting, snacks, and more.

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Registration will open on May 26, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: One-Time Programs, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Mars Area Public Library will kick off our Summer Reading Program with a Dino Dig Event!  Join us for games, activities, face painting, snacks, and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Please Register Each Individual (Including Adults)

Please register each individual person (including any adults) attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

This event is in the "Children" group

Unearth a Story Craft Kit Series Begins

All Day
Mars Area Public Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program, Take and Make/Craft Kits
Age Group:
Children

Craft Kit Dates and Themes:

June 8 - Dinosaurs

June 22 - Cave Writing

July 6 - Egyptian Pharaoh Necklaces

July 20 - Woolly Mammoths

Library Branch: Mars Area Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Take and Make/Craft Kits
Event Details:

Craft Kit Dates and Themes:

June 8 - Dinosaurs

June 22 - Cave Writing

July 6 - Egyptian Pharaoh Necklaces

July 20 - Woolly Mammoths