Rent a bike, discuss movies, learn to write your own memoir, or rent a pass to a local history museum, zoo or aquarium this fall at the Taber Library.

Monday Movie and Conversation

Visit the library on Mondays through September at 1 p.m. for a documentary that might spark some discussion afterwards.

Bike Lending Program

The library is continuing its bike lending program for adults through the fall. Library patrons (18 and over) can check out a bicycle and helmet for three days with a Marion library card. Patrons will need to provide a library card and license, as well as sign a waiver form before taking the bike out for a spin. For more information, visit the library or call 508-748-1252.

Memoir Writing Workshops

Memoir Writing 101: Thursdays, September 7 - October 5, 2-4 p.m.

Everyone has a story to tell. Here’s your chance to get it on paper and share with your family. This five-week introductory workshop is free to the public and will be led by Al Caron and Linda Schuessler. Participants will write segments about their life and read them aloud to others to receive feedback on each piece.

Memoir Writing 102: Tuesdays, September 12 - October 3, 2-4 p.m.

For those that have already taken Memoir Writing 101, this four-week workshop will build upon the writing skills learned in Memoir Writing 101.

Registration is required. Call 508-748-1252 to reserve a spot.

Museum Passes

Looking for something fun to do with friends and family this fall? The library offers valid museum passes with a Marion library card.  The library has discounted passes to the Heritage Museums and Gardens, Museum of Fine Arts, Mystic Aquarium, New Bedford Whaling Museum, Plimoth Plantation, Roger Williams Zoo and the Mass State Parks Pass. To reserve a pass or for more information, call 508-748-1252 or visit www.elizabethtaberlibrary.org.

Home Delivery Library Services

The Elizabeth Taber Library, in partnership with the Council on Aging, offers a home delivery option for those Marion residents that need this service. Eligible participants are Marion resident with a library card in good standing. To arrange to have library books or audio books delivered, call 508-748-1252.

Free Online Resources

The Taber Library now offers the following e-resources: Instantflix allows access to thousands of online streaming films and shorts from around the world; Zinio Digital Magazines gives access to 50 top magazines online.

For more information, call 508-748-1252.