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"!

FREE VITA TAX Preparation

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 7:30pm

Collaboration Space & Classroom at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is now taking appointments. The maximum household income is $60,000 or below for completing taxes. We cannot itemize returns or p...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Collaboration Space & Classroom

Purpose of Meeting

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is now taking appointments. The maximum household income is $60,000 or below for completing taxes.

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.

Comedy Improv MHK

Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm

Auditorium 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 throu...

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

Come join us for a comedy improv workshop!

Participate or just watch. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Bluemont Class Tour

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:15am - 10:00am

Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Tours/Groups

Age Group:

Kids

Event Details:

Tour for Bluemont 2nd Graders

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Tours/Groups

Event Details:

Tour for Bluemont 2nd Graders

3 and Up Storytime Friday 10 am Tami Borck Storytime Room

3 & Up Storytime

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

PreK

Event Details:

Librarians will present an active storytime for children ages 3 and up, with books on the big screen, action rhymes, parachute time, and music. Storytime is great for helping child...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Librarians will present an active storytime for children ages 3 and up, with books on the big screen, action rhymes, parachute time, and music. Storytime is great for helping children develop early literacy skills.

LEGO Club

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Library Events

Age Group:

Kids

Event Details:

Let's build together! K-5th graders will build a new structure each week using the library's Legos and their imagination. Lego Club meets on the 1st & 3rd Fridays, Jan. 3 - Apr...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Library Events

Event Details:

Let's build together! K-5th graders will build a new structure each week using the library's Legos and their imagination. Lego Club meets on the 1st & 3rd Fridays, Jan. 3 - April 18.

Study JD's "2 AIs Discuss" with Dr. Catherine Fung

Friday, April 4, 2025 at 5:15pm - 7:45pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Study JD's "2 AIs Discuss"

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

Study JD's "2 AIs Discuss"

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

PreK

Event Details:

Saturday storytimes combine the best elements of all our storytimes to suit a wide range of ages so that the whole family can attend together. We will read stories, sing songs, lea...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Saturday storytimes combine the best elements of all our storytimes to suit a wide range of ages so that the whole family can attend together. We will read stories, sing songs, learn rhymes and dance to music with shakers.

Free Laughter Yoga Club

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Auditorium at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

To participate in laughter exercises and deep breathing together

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 participate in laughter exercises and deep breathing together

Manhattan Senior Center Tech Drop-In

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am

Off Site

Program Type:

Outreach

Age Group:

Adults

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 th...

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.

FREE VITA TAX Preparation

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm

Collaboration Space & Classroom at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is now taking appointments. The maximum household income is $60,000 or below for completing taxes. We cannot itemize returns or p...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Collaboration Space & Classroom

Purpose of Meeting

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is now taking appointments. The maximum household income is $60,000 or below for completing taxes.

Medicare Basics by the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

provide information and education on Medicare Benefit coverage for those nearing eligibility / age 65

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

provide information and education on Medicare Benefit coverage for those nearing eligibility / age 65

Yack and Yarn

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Yarn group working on projects

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

Yarn group working on projects

Manhattan Toastmasters

Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:15pm - 8:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

To provide a positive environment for our members to practice their public speaking and leadership skills

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 provide a positive environment for our members to practice their public speaking and leadership skills

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.

FREE VITA TAX Preparation

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm

Collaboration Space & Classroom at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is now taking appointments. The maximum household income is $60,000 or below for completing taxes. We cannot itemize returns or p...

The library does not endorse the content or ideas represented by groups and individuals using meeting rooms.

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Collaboration Space & Classroom

Purpose of Meeting

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) is now taking appointments. The maximum household income is $60,000 or below for completing taxes.

18 Months & Up Storytime

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

PreK

Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen to stories, and have music time. The targ...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen to stories, and have music time. The target age for this storytime is children 18 months old and up.

Baby Rhyme Time, Tuesday 11 a.m., Tami Borck Storytime Room

Baby Rhyme Time for 0-18 Months

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

PreK

Event Details:

Caregivers sit with their little ones to sing, clap and play along with rhymes, read a short book together, and have shaker music time. Learn a new word in baby sign language each ...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Caregivers sit with their little ones to sing, clap and play along with rhymes, read a short book together, and have shaker music time. Learn a new word in baby sign language each week.

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?

RCMS yoga

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Groesbeck Meeting Room at Manhattan Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Engage the community in healthy movement and mindfulness. Yoga.

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

Engage the community in healthy movement and mindfulness.
Yoga.

18 Months & Up Storytime

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Tami Borck Storytime Room at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

PreK

Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. A librarian will read 2-3 stories aloud. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen ...

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room

Age Group: PreK

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

This storytime is active and fun for young children. A librarian will read 2-3 stories aloud. Caregivers participate with their children as we sing songs, do action rhymes, listen to stories and have music time.

Basic Tech Class for Adults

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Collaboration Space & Classroom at Manhattan Public Library

Program Type:

Classes & Workshops, Library Events

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Learn technology basics in this three-part course designed to help folks re-entering the workforce. Start your digital adventure! Meet in the library's Collaboration Space on the f...

Registration

Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library

Room: Collaboration Space & Classroom

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Library Events

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 3

Event Details:

Learn technology basics in this three-part course designed to help folks re-entering the workforce. Start your digital adventure! Meet in the library's Collaboration Space on the first floor.

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.

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