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Kansas Prairie QOV Sew Day

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To meet and work on making QUilts of Valor

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

To meet and work on making QUilts of Valor

Pre-K Zoofari Tails Storytime at Sunset Zoo

Zoofari Tails Storytime at Sunset Zoo

Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Library Events, Offsite Events, Storytimes
Age Group:
PreK
:

Zoofari Tails Storytime is at the Sunset Zoo this month, inside the Nature Education Center building. This month we'll feature endangered animals, such as elephants, tigers and more!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: PreK
Program Type: Library Events, Offsite Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

Zoofari Tails Storytime is at the Sunset Zoo this month, inside the Nature Education Center building. This month we'll feature endangered animals, such as elephants, tigers and more!

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
:

Come to the library for a day filled with discovery and fun at the 4th annual Kansas Science Festival, happening on April 26th from 11 am to 4 pm.

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 26th from 11 am to 4 pm.

AI Safety Workshop

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Study Room 2 at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

This is a free AI safety meetup aimed at teaching the general public what modern AI is capable of, both good and bad, and giving people an introduction to the skills and knowledge ...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Purpose of Meeting

This is a free AI safety meetup aimed at teaching the general public what modern AI is capable of, both good and bad, and giving people an introduction to the skills and knowledge necessary to predict what else might be coming around the corner.

Northern Flint Hills Audubon Society Board Meeting

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Presentation about Migrating birds

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Presentation about Migrating birds

Riley County Genealogical Society program

Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Educational program free & open to the public

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Educational program free & open to the public

Yack & Yarn

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Crafting get together

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Crafting get together

MPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

MPL Board Meeting

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

MPL Board Meeting

Flint Hills Breadbasket is Moving! Community Q&A

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Join us to learn more about Flint Hills Breadbasket’s upcoming move! We’ll answer your questions about our new space, how it impacts our services and community, what to expect duri...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Join us to learn more about Flint Hills Breadbasket’s upcoming move! We’ll answer your questions about our new space, how it impacts our services and community, what to expect during the transition, etc.

Teen Social Hour

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
:

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?

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?

Cancer Program Education Event: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Your Care

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Join us for a special event as Meadowlark introduces a new community program. The Cancer Program is a supportive, community-centered initiative designed for individuals navigating ...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Join us for a special event as Meadowlark introduces a new community program. The Cancer Program is a supportive, community-centered initiative designed for individuals navigating cancer and their care partners.

Pajama Storytime All Ages Manhattan Public Library

Pajama Storytime: Stories Encouraging Self-Esteem and Consent

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library
Program Type:
Library Events, Storytimes
Age Group:
PreK, Kids
:

This is a special storytime for Child Abuse Awareness Month in which we will read two fun stories that encourage positive concepts about kids consenting to physical touch (Don’t Hug Doug) and teaching kids to believe in their value and go

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: PreK, Kids
Program Type: Library Events, Storytimes
Event Details:

This is a special storytime for Child Abuse Awareness Month in which we will read two fun stories that encourage positive concepts about kids consenting to physical touch (Don’t Hug Doug) and teaching kids to believe in their value and go

Indivisible MHK General Meeting

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

General meeting

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

General meeting

StoryWalk® Downtown: Pete the Cat

All Day 5/1 - 7/31
Manhattan Public Library
Program Type:
Library Events, Offsite Events
Age Group:
PreK, Kids, Everyone
:

The StoryWalk® Downtown is a self-directed walk available May-July. The walk starts at Manhattan Public Library's north windows along 629 Poyntz Avenue.

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: PreK, Kids, Everyone
Program Type: Library Events, Offsite Events
Event Details:

The StoryWalk® Downtown is a self-directed walk available May-July. The walk starts at Manhattan Public Library's north windows along 629 Poyntz Avenue.

Monthly Summer Passive Program: Consumer Reports

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
Manhattan Public Library
Program Type:
Library Events
Age Group:
Adults
:

A focus on our Online Resource- Consumer Reports

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:

A focus on our Online Resource- Consumer Reports

Teen Anime Club 6th-12th Grade

Teen Anime Club (6th - 12th Grade)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Program Type:
Library Events
Age Group:
Teens
:

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: 20
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. 

simple turquoise design reading "DIY Night for Adults and Teens"

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
:

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.

Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Comedy Improv MHK

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:45pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Come join us for a comedy improv workshop! Participate or just watch. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC All ages and experience levels are welcome. Colleen and Ben guide the group throug...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Come join us for a comedy improv workshop!

Participate or just watch. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Friday Game Days

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 6:00pm
Manhattan Public Library
Program Type:
Library Events
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
:

Relax with a board game of your choosing on Game Day at the library. Every Friday, board games and card games, along with instructions for play, will be available for checkout at our reference desk on the 2nd floor.

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:

Relax with a board game of your choosing on Game Day at the library. Every Friday, board games and card games, along with instructions for play, will be available for checkout at our reference desk on the 2nd floor.

Celebrate Cultures

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
:

Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Plant swap!

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Free plant swap for the public so rsvp needed

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Free plant swap for the public so rsvp needed

Free Laughter Yoga Club

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To laugh and enjoy the benefits of laughter and deep breathing

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

To laugh and enjoy the benefits of laughter and deep breathing

Technology Drop-In

Manhattan Senior Center Tech Drop-In

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
:

New to technology? Have a question about your phone or device? A librarian will be on site to help older adults with questions about their computers, tablets and phones. Meet at the Manhattan Senior Center, 301 North 4th Street.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

New to technology? Have a question about your phone or device? A librarian will be on site to help older adults with questions about their computers, tablets and phones. Meet at the Manhattan Senior Center, 301 North 4th Street.

Yack & Yarn

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Knit & crochet makers

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Knit & crochet makers