As the kids head back to school, lifelong learning opportunities continue at the Marion Public Library. Beyond the ever present and extensive collection of books, magazines, and research materials that local residents have come to expect of the local library, programs for all ages, from birth to adulthood, are offered regularly by this community resource. Storytime […]
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Boating at Tallgrass
By MarionMade!
When you hear the name Tallgrass Trail, you probably think of walking, jogging, and bicycling, long before you think of boating; however, the Marion County Park District recently announced that canoes, kayaks, and other non-motorized watercraft may be used on Marion Community Foundation Lake. The 53-acre lake, which stretches for a half mile along the […]
Marion County Park District
By MarionMade!
A lot of dedication has gone into the development of the Marion Tallgrass Trail, so it no wonder it is probably the first to jump to mind when discussing the Marion County Park District. For those who enjoy communing with nature, the Trail, as well as four other natural treasures – Myers Woods, Terradise, Greenspur, […]
Alberta Cress
By MarionMade!
SEWING HER WAY THROUGH HISTORY. Alberta Cress started volunteering at Marion County Historical Society about four years ago because she loved the idea of getting involved in the Night at the Museum. It was sort of her way of giving back. With that event, she was called upon by the Historical Society to make a Civil […]
