Name: Ask a Scientist!
Start: 2025-03-04T08:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-04-19T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Manhattan Public Library

Ask a Scientist!

03/04/2025 @ 8:00am to 04/19/2025 @ 5:00pm

Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Event Details:

In celebration of the 4th Annual Kansas Science Festival, we’re bringing back "Ask a Scientist"! Got a burning science question? Whether you're young or young at heart, now’s ...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Age Group: PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

In celebration of the 4th Annual Kansas Science Festival, we’re bringing back "Ask a Scientist"!

Teen Social Hour

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Teen Zone at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you lik...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Teen Zone

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you like to do?

DIY Night for Adults and Teens: Grapevine Wreaths

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Don't hang your cowboy hat up yet. We have one more Western DIY for you. Come and create mini grapevine wreaths with us, adorned with western symbols, to decorate your home or offi...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 0

Event Details:

Don't hang your cowboy hat up yet. We have one more Western DIY for you. Come and create mini grapevine wreaths with us, adorned with western symbols, to decorate your home or office.

Milford Nature Center Presents: Prairie Animals with Tim Keane, Cowboy Poet. April 7 at 6pm in the Auditorium

Milford Nature Center Presents: Prairie Animals partnered with Tim Keane a Cowboy Poet

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Milford Nature Center will present live animals and various animal artifacts that will introduce audiences to some native prairie wildlife and their favorite habitat. The program w...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 23

Event Details:

Milford Nature Center will present live animals and various animal artifacts that will introduce audiences to some native prairie wildlife and their favorite habitat.

Teen Social Hour

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Teen Zone at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you lik...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Teen Zone

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you like to do?

Chess Night

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than ...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room

Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than competitive, so plan to have fun and make new friends.

Teen Anime Club (6th - 12th Grade)

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

Teens who enjoy anime, manga, drawing, and games can hang out, learn about Japanese culture through media and see its influence on other cultures. Snacks included.

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 19

Event Details:

Teens who enjoy anime, manga, drawing, and games can hang out, learn about Japanese culture through media and see its influence on other cultures. Snacks included.

Humanities Kansas, Legends and Folktales

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Grasshoppers so big that cowboys can ride them to herd cattle. Summers so hot that corn pops in the field. Kansas is a place of big skies and tall tales. This talk will explore som...

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Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Grasshoppers so big that cowboys can ride them to herd cattle. Summers so hot that corn pops in the field. Kansas is a place of big skies and tall tales.

Yarn Crafters Niche

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Come and join us for a time of Yarn Crafting. Bring whatever you’re working on whether it be knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, or embroidery. All are welcome from beginner to adv...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Come and join us for a time of Yarn Crafting. Bring whatever you’re working on whether it be knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, or embroidery. All are welcome from beginner to advanced. We look forward to seeing you there.

Teen Social Hour

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Teen Zone at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you lik...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Teen Zone

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you like to do?

Pawsitivity Pals

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Kids, Teens

Event Details:

Stay pawsitive about reading! Read to a friendly therapy dog who loves kids and books. This is a fun way to practice reading aloud, and a great stress reducer if you love cute cani...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: Kids, Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Stay pawsitive about reading! Read to a friendly therapy dog who loves kids and books. This is a fun way to practice reading aloud, and a great stress reducer if you love cute canines.

MHS Presents STEM for Kids & Teens

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Kids, Teens

Event Details:

Students from Manhattan High School want to share the joy of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math with you! MHS Interact Club organizes this event with various other groups, i...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Kids, Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 57

Event Details:

Students from Manhattan High School want to share the joy of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math with you!

Teen Social Hour

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Teen Zone at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you lik...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Teen Zone

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you like to do?

Chess Night

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than ...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Join us for informal evenings of chess. Volunteers will be available to help players of all levels learn chess basics and try different strategies. Chess Night is more social than competitive, so plan to have fun and make new friends.

Teen Anime Club (6th - 12th Grade)

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

Teens who enjoy anime, manga, drawing, and games can hang out, learn about Japanese culture through media and see its influence on other cultures. Snacks included.

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 19

Event Details:

Teens who enjoy anime, manga, drawing, and games can hang out, learn about Japanese culture through media and see its influence on other cultures. Snacks included.

Science Festival Activities

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 4:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Event Details:

Come to the library for a day filled with discovery and fun at the 4th annual Kansas Science Festival, happening on April 25th from 11 am to 4 pm. This family-friendly event is a c...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

Come to the library for a day filled with discovery and fun at the 4th annual Kansas Science Festival, happening on April 25th from 11 am to 4 pm.

Teen Social Hour

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Teen Zone at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you lik...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Teen Zone

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

On Tuesday afternoons we will have fun options for teens in the Teen Zone including special crafts, board games, or just time to chat with one of our librarians. What would you like to do?

simple red and white graphic titled, adults and teens DIY night

DIY Nights for Adults and Teens: May Day

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Let's welcome the Kistler Beach Museum back for another fantastic DIY, with a focus on celebrating May Day!Supplies are provided thanks to sponsorship from the Manhattan Library As...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Let's welcome the Kistler Beach Museum back for another fantastic DIY, with a focus on celebrating May Day!

Supplies are provided thanks to sponsorship from the Manhattan Library Association. Registration is required; space is limited.

Celebrate Cultures: Mexico

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Join us for a celebration of cultures with stories, music, demonstrations and cuisine. The library is partnering with the K-State Department of Modern Languages to promote cul...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 30

Event Details:

Donuts and Danger graphic. Neon donuts with a bookshelf background

Donuts and Danger Book Club

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Enjoy a donut while we discuss books with dangerous storylines. Hang out with other book lovers in this nontraditional book club. We will focus on the genres of true crime, murders...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Enjoy a donut while we discuss books with dangerous storylines. Hang out with other book lovers in this nontraditional book club. We will focus on the genres of true crime, murders and mysteries.

Summer Reading Challenge: Color Our World

All Day 5/31 - 7/31

Online at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Online, Library Events

Age Group:

PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Event Details:

Join Manhattan Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge and add some color to your world! Record your reading time and complete some fun activities to earn online badges and prize...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Online

Age Group: PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Program Type: Online, Library Events

Event Details:

Join Manhattan Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge and add some color to your world! Record your reading time and complete some fun activities to earn online badges and prizes, from May 31, 2025 - July 31, 2025.

Teens: Movie & Munchies

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

Kick off summer reading with a movie with friends. Feel free to bring blankets and pillows to bring the next level of comfy; snacks will be provided! Registration Required. Teen ev...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 20

Event Details:

Kick off summer reading with a movie with friends. Feel free to bring blankets and pillows to bring the next level of comfy; snacks will be provided! Registration Required.

Teens: Anime Club

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens

Event Details:

Teens who enjoy anime, manga, drawing, and games can hang out, learn about Japanese culture through media and see its influence on other cultures. Snacks included.

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

Event Details:

Teens who enjoy anime, manga, drawing, and games can hang out, learn about Japanese culture through media and see its influence on other cultures. Snacks included.

DIY Nights for Adults and Teens: Color Threads Community Clothing Swap

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Event Details:

Colorful Threads Clothing Swap, Bring your gently used clothes to the Library and swap for new pieces to add to your wardrobe. Enjoy time with your community to find some new threa...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Auditorium

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 40

Event Details:

Colorful Threads Clothing Swap, Bring your gently used clothes to the Library and swap for new pieces to add to your wardrobe. Enjoy time with your community to find some new threads.

Registration is encouraged but not required.

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