Today we remember Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, who passed away in her Detroit home this morning at the age of 76, surrounded by family and friends.

Franklin, the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, had a prolific career spanning more than fifty years. In addition to 18 Grammy awards, Franklin, whose voice was declared a national resource by the Michigan Legislature, was also awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

She made a lasting impact on the music industry and will be greatly missed.

Honor her memory by streaming her hits on Hoopla and on Freegal.

Looking to borrow a copy of this summer's hottest title Girl, Wash Your Face but everyone already beat you to all the avalable copies? 

Don't fret! Hoopla has you covered! With no holds to contend with, no late fees, and all the best titles, Hoopla is what you've been waiting for. 

Click here to borrow the Girl, Wash Your Face eBook! No holds!

Click here to borrow the Girl, Wash Your Face audiobook! No holds!

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Baby & Me • 10:30 a.m.
Designed for infants 24 months and under and their parent or guardian.
Ms. Beth will share activities to get your baby playing, singing, and talking to build early literacy skills.

Family Story Hour • 2:30 p.m.
An hour of books, songs, rhymes, and fun. All ages welcome.
Children 4 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

August 18 • September 15 • October 20
November 17 • December 15

 August 20 - 25 is Back-to-School Fine Forgiveness Week!

Bring in new, unused Fiskar scissors, 8-count markers, wide-ruled composition notebooks, or glue sticks for the Family Resource Center.
Each item you bring in can be used for up to $5 of late fees!

Join us on Monday, Sept. 10 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. for Marshall County Family Week @The Library!
Snacks, games, and so much fun at your local branch!
Read • Play • Create • Connect

On January 23, 2018, the unthinkable happened when a student opened fire in the busy Commons of the Marshall County High School. In less than a minute, our community was changed forever.

In the days, weeks, and months that followed, we came together with love, faith, and support. We became #MarshallStrong.

But where do we go from here?

On Wednesday, September 12, we’re going to find the answer to that question, and we want you to have a seat at the table.

Read more: The Community Table