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Summer Volunteer Opportunities

All Day 3/9 - 4/30
Other
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Volunteer at the library this summer. Turn in your application by April 30, 2024. Teen volunteers must be entering 9th-12th grades in the fall. Adult volunteers must be 18 or older. Visit our Volunteer webpage for more information and to fill in the ...

Chess Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Events
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. For ages 8 year...

Knot Your Average Tie Dye for Teens

4:30pm - 5:45pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Teens in 6th to 12th grade are invited to join us for a fun and colorful tie-dye experience! During this event, participants will get the chance to create their own vibrant tie-dyed t-shirts. All necessary materials will be provided. Please wear clot...

"No Place Like Home" Film Screening and Discussion

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Events, Special Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Library Events, Special Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 114
Event Details:
Join us for a film screening event with special guest C. J. Janovy. Based on the award-winning 2018 book by CJ Janovy, this feature-length documentary film explores the evolution of the LGBTQ movement in Kansas. "No Place Like Home: The Strug...

Kansas Science Festival Activities

11:00am - 4:00pm
Library Events, Special Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Library Events, Special Events
Event Details:
The Kansas Science Festival is a street festival at Downtown MHK on April 27th, 2024. Researchers and other STEAM practitioners from across the state will share what they think about and do on a daily basis through activities suitable for families an...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others. ...

K-State Library Table

10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
K-State Libraries will be in the library atrium to share about the community patron card, computers and databases available to the public, meeting & spaces, and more. There will also be some fun giveaways. K-State Libraries supports and advanc...

DIY Night for Adults and Teens: Linoleum Block Print

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Classes & Workshops, Library Events, Special Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Library Events, Special Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
Adults and teens (6th Gr. & up) create a linoleum block print with help from librarians and staff at the Beach Museum of Art. Perfect for making spring cards. Registration is required. Supplies are provided thanks to sponsorship from the Manhatta...

Read with a Dog

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
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. Children can sign up when they arrive for a short reading session with either Daisy or Murphy, ...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others. ...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others. ...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others. ...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.This program is intended for adults and teens. To maintain an environment tailored to t...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.This program is intended for adults and teens. To maintain an environment tailored to t...

Geode Exploration for Teens

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Join us for a journey into the world of geodes! These ordinary-looking rocks hold a magical surprise inside—beautiful crystals that shimmer and sparkle. In this program, teens will learn about geology, explore the science behind geodes, and even crac...

DIY Night for Adults and Teens: Ladybug Mandala Rock Painting

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Adults and teens (7th Gr. & up) can can learn a new do-it-yourself project with a fun group and some guidance from librarians and other community members. Socialize with others and enjoy being creative and crafty. Registration is required. No cos...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.This program is intended for adults and teens. To maintain an environment tailored to t...

Map Coaster Crafting Adventure for Teens

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Are you ready to embark on a cartographic journey? Join us for a creative library program where we’ll transform ordinary coasters into personalized map masterpieces! Registration preferred, but not required. ...

Chess Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Events
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. For ages 8 year...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.This program is intended for adults and teens. To maintain an environment tailored to t...

Boba Tea Adventure for Teens

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Welcome, adventurous teens! Join us for a captivating exploration of the world of Boba tea. Discover the origins, learn how to make your own, and savor the delightful flavors of this iconic drink. Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of sipping, shak...

Read with a Dog

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Tami Borck Storytime Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
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. Children or teens can sign up when they arrive for a short reading session with either Daisy or...

Yack and Yarn

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Events
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Library Events
Event Details:
Come and socialize with fellow knitting and crocheting enthusiasts! All levels of experience welcome. Work on your yarn and textile projects and craft with others.This program is intended for adults and teens. To maintain an environment tailored to t...

Craft Your Own Survival Kit for Teens

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Events
Registration
Library Branch: Manhattan Public Library
Room: Groesbeck Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Library Events
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Are you ready to equip yourself with essential tools for the wild? Join us for a hands-on teen program where we’ll create personalized survival kits—perfect for outdoor explorations, emergencies, or just feeling prepared! Registration preferred, but ...