Upcoming Events

Let’s get together for engaging conversations over good books! Join us for book and writing discussions on the topic of abnormal psychology this summer. In July, we will show author and educator Steven J.

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.

Pete the Cat is having a tea party full of color, food and fun! Join us for Pete the Cat stories, activities, photo ops, and "tea time" snacks (including options for nut free, non dairy, gluten free and vegan).

Pete the Cat is having a tea party full of color, food and fun! Join us for Pete the Cat stories, activities, photo ops, and "tea time" snacks (including options for nut free, non dairy, gluten free and vegan).

Relax and reduce stress by hanging out at your local library. On 3rd Monday nights, we will have a variety of activities available from arts & crafts to games to conversation starters.

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.

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.

Welcome, adventurers! This is a club for those who enjoy tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons and Dragons, Monster of the Week and Kids on Bikes.

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.

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.

The zoo and the library team up to present a fun storytime for ages 3 and up with books on the big screen, active songs, and lots of animal sounds and poses. Zoofari Tails Storytimes also include animal artifacts to look at or touch. 

Meet a friendly therapy dog and stay "PAWSitive" about reading! Kids can read a short book to a certified therapy dog brought in by one of our volunteer dog handlers.

Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey as you enter a world of intrigue and artistry. A Portrait, one of Leonardo da Vinci's iconic masterpieces, has vanished from the Library Director's Office.

Do you miss the days of simplicity and coloring pictures just for fun? Join us for a soothing night of coloring with pencils, crayons or markers, listening to calm music and having peaceful conversations.

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.

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.

Kids love to make stuff, and now they have all the supplies they need to create something great - paper, glue, scissors, and craft odds and ends! Kids can use their imaginations to make whatever they want. 

Henna Art, Learn the history and culture of Henna Art and try your hand with simple Henna designs. All supplies will be provided. Bring your hands and create some art!

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.

Meet a friendly therapy dog and stay "PAWSitive" about reading! Kids can read a short book to a certified therapy dog brought in by one of our volunteer dog handlers.

The Riley County Historical Society actively collects and preserves the diverse history of the community for future generations in partnership with the Riley County Historical Museum.